“After Kerala HC Removed US Bankruptcy Trustee, Epic Creations and Tangible Play Move SC”
Epic Creations Inc. and Tangible Play Inc., two companies involved in a dispute over ownership and control of certain domains and business assets, have approached the Supreme Court challenging a June 1, 2026 judgment of Justice Easwaran S. of the Kerala High Court. In that judgment, the High Court removed Claudia Z. Springer, the Chapter […]
Lost the Claim, Tried to Save The Security: Bombay HC Rejects ONGC’s Plea
Justice Amit Borkar of the Bombay High Court recently delivered a significant judgment on the scope of post-award interim relief under Section 9 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, in a dispute between Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) and Swiber Offshore Construction Pte. Limited. The Dispute: The case was about whether a […]
“Rs. 6.8 Crore in Law Firm’s Account Under Scanner: SC Refuses to Halt Police Probe”
A Supreme Court bench led by Chief Justice of India, (CJI) Surya Kant along with Justice V Mohana on Tuesday refused to cancel a police summons served on law firm ‘The Legal Attorneys and Barristers’ in connection with an ongoing investigation. However, the bench granted temporary protection from arrest to one of the firm’s advocates, […]
“Can a Sexual Offence FIR Be Quashed for Delay Alone? Bombay HC Says No”
Justice Ranjitsinha Bhonsale of the Mumbai High Court, recently refused to quash a First Information Report in a sexual offence case, observing that delay in filing such complaints cannot by itself be a reason to dismiss a prosecution because victims often need time to gather courage due to social stigma and fear of uncomfortable questions. […]
SC Strengthened by Five New Judges; Justice Ghuge Named Acting CJ of Bombay HC
Justice Sheel Nagu, Justice Shree Chandrashekhar, Justice Sanjeev Sachdeva, Justice Arun Palli, and Senior Advocate V. Mohana have been elevated to the Supreme Court of India, marking a significant development in the composition of the apex court. In the meanwhile, Shri Justice Ravindra Vithalrao Ghuge, Judge of the High Court of Bombay, has been appointed […]
Supreme Court Set for New Appointments as Collegium Recommends Five Names.
The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended the elevation of four Chief Justices of High Courts and one Senior Advocate as Judges of the Supreme Court. The strength of the Supreme Court judges was increased to 38 recently. Presently, the Supreme Court is functioning with 32 judges. Two additional vacancies are expected shortly with the retirements […]
“Landmark Order: Euthanasia Allowed, No Return Rule Set as SC Issues Sweeping Stray Dog Directions”
The much awaited judgment on stray dogs was delivered by a bench of the Supreme Court led by Justice Vikram Nath along with Justice Sandeep Mehta and Justice NV Anjaria. The Court has authorised authorities to resort to euthanasia of rabid and dangerously aggressive dogs when necessary to protect human life. Court allows strict action […]
“Entire Project Will Stand Halted”: CJI Warns State Over Slow Pace of Bombay HC Complex Land Handover
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi were informed on Monday, 18th May, that 20.19 acres of the total 30.16-acre land meant for the new Bombay High Court complex has now been handed over to the High Court. The remaining land will be transferred in phases before the end of the […]
School Grants Withdrawn Without Hearing: Bombay HC Intervenes, Slams Maharashtra Action.
The Bombay High Court recently heard a group of petitions filed by several schools against two Government Resolutions issued by the Maharashtra Government on 01.04.2026 and 02.04.2026. The case was decided by Justice Madhav J. Jamdar and Justice Pravin S. Patil. Challenge To Government Resolutions: Under these resolutions, the State Government permanently stopped certain primary […]
‘Nothing Short of Fraud Upon the Court’: Bombay HC Slams Officials, Orders Tehsildar to Pay Six Months’ Salary”
In a significant order, the Bombay High Court, strongly criticised officials in a case related to recovery proceedings under the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016. A bench of Justice A. S. Gadkari and Justice Kamal Khata found that the Court had earlier closed the matter after officials assured it that strong steps would […]