Bombay High Court
Child raised exclusively by mother cannot be compelled to carry father's surname, caste: HC
A society that claims to be developing cannot insist that a child's public identity must be anchored to a father who is ...
`Were you sleeping?': Bombay HC slams Navy over high-rise near INS Shikra
Installations such as naval air stations are of paramount importance for the country's security, the HC said, adding, "T...
Can't say when I'll return to India; legally barred from leaving UK: Mallya tells Bombay HC
The businessman, in his statement to HC, said he cannot give a definite date for his return as he does not have his Indi...
Bombay HC chides Navy for `sleeping' over construction of high-rise near INS Shikra
Installations such as naval air stations are of paramount importance for the country's security, the HC said, adding, "T...
'Khamosh' no longer: Shatrughan Sinha seeks protection of personality rights, moves HC
Sinha sought a permanent injunction against parties from using his name, voice, mannerisms, signature punchline 'Khamosh...
Bombay High Court Takes Proactive Measures Against Mumbai's Air Pollution Crisis
Formation of High Power Committee to Enforce Pollution Control and Mitigation Strategies...
Bombay High Court Upholds Caste Identity for Adopted Child, Sets New Precedent
Landmark judgment harmonizes Juvenile Justice Act with Maharashtra Caste Certificate Act, granting caste validity based ...
Bombay High Court Upholds Regulation Restricting Medical College Establishment to Section 8 Companies
Petition by Ajeet Seeds Private Limited challenging the 2023 Regulation dismissed; Court emphasizes non-commercial objec...
Bombay High Court Quashes Charity Commissioner's Order for Public Apology
Bombay High Court, Quashes Order, Charity Commissioner, Public Apology...
Bombay High Court Denies Condonation of Delay in Review Petition
Court Finds No "Sufficient Cause" for 645-Day Delay in Filing Review Petition...
Bombay High Court Upholds Insurance Ombudsman’s Award in Favor of Policy holder
Insurer’s Attempt to Repudiate Claim on Ported Policy Rejected; Court Emphasizes Diligence in Policy Portability...
Bombay High Court Upholds Binding Nature of MSHRC Recommendations
Court Directs Maharashtra Government to Deposit Rs.3.60 Crores for Compensation Compliance...
HC restrains actor from making defamatory remarks against composer Palash Muchhal
"The defendant (Mane) is restrained from making any further references and insinuations of the kind and nature attacking...
Bombay High Court Upholds Railway Tribunal's Decision to Deny Compensation Due to Intoxication
Court Rules Against Compensation Claim as Appellant Admits to Intoxication Before Platform Accident...
Bombay HC seeks details from police of any security audit done of court premises, judges' residences
The apex court had taken cognisance of threats faced by judicial officers nationwide after the killing of a Dhanbad judg...
'Lame excuse', says HC on BMC's failure to clear encroachments in Powai
The court said the BMC's stand that it cannot initiate any action as the street was private property was a "lame excuse"...
HC cites Scott Fitzgerald quote on drinking to reject man’s compensation plea
"When a person is so heavily drunk, then his act of standing close to the border of the platform would be a case falling...
Bombay HC quotes author Scott Fitzgerald on drinking to reject inebriated man's compensation plea
"Alcohol ruins, it ruins everything. Physical and mental health, relationships, causes family breakdown, social dysfunct...
Bombay High Court Denies Anticipatory Bail in High-Profile Dowry Harassment Case
Court emphasizes need for custodial interrogation amidst serious allegations and influential status of accused...
Bombay High Court Quashes Order of Detention in Civil Prison, Upholds Principles of Natural Justice
Execution of Decree Cannot Compromise Personal Liberty Without Due Process, Rules Aurangabad Bench...
Encroachment scene in Mumbai grim, people will be forced to ride cycles, horses in future: HC
"It seems the BMC does not have the will, desire, courage or means to remove such encroachments. The BMC is surrendering...
HC asks authorities to consider passport name change plea of actor-producer accused in cheating case
The court while directing for reverification noted that the trial court is yet to take cognizance of the case lodged und...
Bombay High Court Upholds Compensation for Health Worker Under PMGKP
Court Directs Compensation for Late Rekha Mohite Despite Hospital Not Being Listed as Covid Treatment Center...
Bombay High Court Upholds Termination of Teacher for Inappropriate Communication
Court endorses zero-tolerance policy for electronic messaging between teachers and students outside classroom hours....
Bombay High Court Upholds Acquittal in Cheque Dishonour Case
High Court emphasizes lack of evidence proving liability or involvement under Section 138 of the NI Act...
Bombay High Court Denies Claims for Shares and Debentures, Upholds Industrial Court's Limited Jurisdiction
Adil Patel's petition seeking enforcement of rights beyond the Industrial Court's mandate dismissed; seniority placement...
Will not hear plea against fugitive tag if Vijay Mallya does not return to India, warns HC
The government of India was contesting the proceedings initiated by Mallya in London against extradition and the same wa...
Bombay High Court Modifies Life Sentence to 12 Years in Child Sexual Assault Case
Acknowledging the appellant's age and lack of criminal history, the court offers a reduced sentence while upholding conv...
Bombay High Court Grants Bail in High-Profile MCOCA Case
Court Finds Lack of Prima Facie Evidence Linking Accused to Organized Crime Syndicate, Imposes Stringent Bail Conditions...
HC reduces life term of rape convict to 12 years, cites his age at time of crime, essay on Gandhiji
The frightened child immediately informed about the incident to her mother, who confronted the accused before the family...
2011 Mumbai triple blasts: HC grants bail to accused, cites 14-year incarceration
The ATS had booked 11 accused under charges related to criminal conspiracy, murder, attempt to murder, causing hurt, and...
Bombay High Court Quashes Charges Against Legal Practitioner in Fraud Case
Court Rules Legal Advice Alone Does Not Constitute Criminal Offense Without Direct Involvement...
Bombay High Court Affirms Conviction in Child Sexual Assault Case
Martin Soares sentenced for grave sexual assault on minor; Court emphasizes victim's testimony as sufficient evidence....
HC grants bail to Siddique murder case accused; says unable to hold accusations as prima facie true
The bench, however, noted that one call cannot connect Singh with an organised crime syndicate, unless it clearly demons...
Bombay HC grants bail to accused in Baba Siddique murder case
Singh claimed that he is only accused of being a member of an organised crime syndicate, and no specific role has been a...
Bombay High Court Declares Railway Employee a Bonafide Passenger, Awards Compensation
Court overturns tribunal decision, grants Rs. 3 lakhs to family of deceased railway employee with interest....