FORGOTTEN HISTORY: 3 - Caught on Camera

HC deprecates Pune-only alcohol ban during Ganesh festival, says blanket curbs impermissible

The Bombay High Court criticized Pune's alcohol ban during the Ganesh festival. Authorities were questioned why only Pune faced such restrictions while other regions did not. The court warned of judicial intervention if the arbitrary prohibition order was not withdrawn. It noted that a blanket ban on licensed traders was…

The Economic Times · Sep 11

SC dismisses gangster Abu Salem's plea seeking release from custody

The Supreme Court dismissed Abu Salem's plea for immediate release from custody. He sought release after completing twenty-five years in jail as per extradition terms. The Bombay High Court had previously rejected his petition as premature and misconceived. Salem was extradited from Portugal in November two thousand five for his…

The Economic Times · Sep 10

RWA Pet Bans in Indian Housing Societies: What Is Legal and What Residents' Rights Actually Cover

The notice on the lift door does not make it lawA Bengaluru apartment complex posted a circular last year banning all dogs above 10 kg from common areas. Residents who ignored it received written warnings. The warnings cited "society bye-laws" as authority. Those bye-laws had no legal standing to override…

Times Life · Sep 9

Marathi rule: HC disposes of plea by cab drivers as state govt grants one-year time to learn language

In a decisive move, the Bombay High Court dismissed a petition from four cab drivers, coinciding with the Maharashtra government's announcement to prolong the Marathi language learning deadline by an entire year for auto and taxi operators. This decision stemmed from a meeting with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, as the…

The Economic Times · Aug 29

FDA buckles under HC heat, revives Mumbai Cricket Association's suspended eateries after fresh inspection

The Bombay High Court warned food officials, leading to a license suspension withdrawal. Restaurants on Mumbai Cricket Association premises will now reopen their services. A recent inspection confirmed 88 percent compliance with food safety rules. The court criticized the FDA for a pedantic rather than pragmatic view. Officials faced potential…

The Economic Times · Aug 29

Court evicts son from flat for neglecting parents: Can he still claim inheritance rights?

Does the son have any inheritance right over parents property if he failed to take care of parents and court orders eviction? Know what law says. Read the article.

The Economic Times · Aug 27

HC flags fraudulent use of Aadhaar by infiltrators to get Indian citizenship; calls for action

The Bombay High Court has raised alarms about foreign nationals fraudulently securing Indian legal documents, revealing critical gaps in the coordination and verification processes among various agencies. The court demanded immediate action from the Centre to rectify this troubling situation. It also instructed the government to explore legislative changes to…

The Economic Times · Aug 26

Surrender in two weeks: Supreme Court dismisses Tarun Tejpal’s plea in sexual assault case

The Supreme Court has denied journalist Tarun Tejpal's request to be exempted from surrendering. Following his conviction, he is required to surrender within a two-week timeframe. The Bombay High Court has imposed a ten-year rigorous imprisonment sentence on him, reversing a prior trial court acquittal. Tejpal's appeal contesting the conviction…

The Economic Times · Aug 25

Housing societies cannot charge higher maintenance for bigger flats and shops based on area, rules Maharashtra Co-operative Appellate Court

Unlike property tax, maintenance cannot be charged at a higher rate for bigger flats and shops, explains the Maharashtra Co-operative Appellate Court and gives relief to flat and shop owners from discriminatory higher maintenance. Read the article.

The Economic Times · Aug 25

Man takes a DNA test, finds out he isn't the child's father; files for divorce but wife refuses official test; Supreme Court allows the paternity test

Man takes a DNA test, finds out he isn't the child's father, files for divorce, and moves court for an official paternity test after his wife refuses one. The Supreme Court has now allowed the test, ruling that a child can be subjected to a DNA paternity test in matrimonial…

The Economic Times · Aug 20