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2013 rape case: HC convicts former Tehelka editor Tarun Tejpal, reverses 2021 acquittal

The Bombay High Court’s Goa bench on Thursday found former Tehelka editor-in-chief Tarun Tejpal guilty of rape, setting aside the sessions court verdict that had cleared him four years ago. Tejpal has asked the bench to take a lenient view before it pronounces the quantum of sentence in the afternoon.

Newslaundry · Aug 6

Tarun Tejpal, former Tehelka editor, sentenced to 10 years in jail for rape in 2013 sexual assault case

The Bombay High Court sentenced Tarun Tejpal to ten years imprisonment for sexual assault. This verdict overturned a previous trial court judgment which had acquitted him earlier. The Goa government had appealed the acquittal, leading to this new High Court decision. Tejpal was convicted under several sections of the Indian…

The Economic Times · Aug 6

AlcoBev makers challenge FSSAI directive over flavoring, labelling norms in High Courts

In a significant move, United Spirits and Associated Alcohol & Breweries are contesting a directive from the food regulator regarding flavor regulations. They've launched court cases aimed at questioning the FSSAI’s stance on allowing flavors that mimic natural profiles. This legal action highlights a broader industry dialogue with the food…

The Economic Times · Aug 5

Bombay HC questions FDA's clean chit to Mantralaya canteens

Mantralaya canteens: The Bombay High Court criticized the Maharashtra FDA for selective enforcement actions. The court noted discrepancies in inspections of government and private eateries. It ordered the FDA to be impartial and uniform in its regulatory drive. The FDA will now re-inspect Mantralaya canteens and issue improvement notices. The…

The Economic Times · Jul 31

Bombay HC restores FDA-suspended Navi Mumbai hotel's licence, says 'we are in India, need a realistic approach'

The Bombay High Court quashed an FDA order suspending a hotel's food license. This action followed a surprise inspection which found only two insects. The court noted the hotel had a 95 percent hygiene compliance score. Authorities were directed to immediately restore the hotel's FSSAI license. The FDA must now…

The Economic Times · Jul 30

Are you an NRI who sold an under-construction property? Here's what actually counts as your “Date of Purchase” for capital gains calculation

NRIs selling under-construction property must use the allotment date for capital gains. This date determines long-term versus short-term capital gains tax treatment. The Bombay High Court and other rulings support the allotment date as the acquisition point. This principle applies even when possession or registration occurs much later. Proper documentation…

The Economic Times · Jul 29

Gadkari says ethanol-blending policy not under his ministry, moves Bombay HC against AI deepfakes

Union minister Nitin Gadkari filed a civil suit seeking removal of AI-generated content. He claims deepfakes falsely link him and his family to ethanol program financial gains. The suit states the ethanol blending initiatives fall under another ministry's purview. Gadkari's office clarified the Union Cabinet made the blending decision. The…

The Economic Times · Jul 28

Bombay HC to hear Nitin Gadkari's plea against Meta, Google, X over AI deepfakes on August 5

The Bombay High Court is set to deliberate on Union Minister Nitin Gadkari's legal action against Meta, X Corp, and Google regarding defamatory deepfakes on August 5. The posts wrongfully connect him to financial advantages linked to the ethanol policy. Gadkari seeks a court order to prevent the spread of…

The Economic Times · Jul 28

SC reserves order on Abu Salem's plea for release after 25 years in jail

The Supreme Court on Monday reserved its order on gangster Abu Salem's plea seeking release from prison, in which he argued that he has completed the maximum 25-year jail term permitted under the India-Portugal extradition agreement. During the hearing, the bench questioned his claim that remission could be counted towards…

The Economic Times · Jul 27

Bombay HC allows Nitin Gadkari to sue Meta, X over alleged E20 deepfakes

The Bombay High Court permitted Union Minister Nitin Gadkari to file a civil suit. He is suing Meta Platforms, X Corp, and others over defamatory deepfake content. The court accepted that part of the cause of action arose within its jurisdiction. Gadkari seeks removal of AI-generated posts falsely linking him…

The Economic Times · Jul 27