“Lapsed in 2014, Not Killed in 2026: State’s Sharp Stand Before Bombay HC on Muslim Quota Row”
The Maharashtra Government told the Bombay High Court that its February 2026 Government Resolution (GR) did not remove any 5% reservation for Muslims. It said the GR only cleaned up old and outdated paperwork. The case is being heard by a division bench of Justice Riyaz Chagla and Justice Advait Sethna. Petition challenges GR: The […]
“Blacklisted Without Hearing? SC Weighs Lawyer’s Fight Against IBA ‘Fraud Enabler’ Tag”
The Supreme Court on 29 April, 2026, reserved its verdict on a lawyer's urgent plea challenging a caution list issued by the Indian Banks' Association (IBA). The list had labelled him a fraud enabler due to alleged negligence, leading to a debate on professional accountability. Bench Concludes Hearing: A bench led by Justice PS Narasimha […]
Fixing the Faultlines: Ekam Nyaay Dialogue Mumbai to Address Legal Misuse and Push Fair Reforms
Ekam Nyaay Foundation is a Gurugram-based NGO, dedicated to promoting gender equality, advocating for gender-neutral laws, and supporting men and their families against false accusations, domestic abuse, and societal injustice. As part of its efforts, it is organising the Ekam Nyay Dialogue– Mumbai, which will focus on important discussions about improving India’s justice system. The […]
Bombay HC Stays 5-Year Disqualification of Society Office Bearer; Prima Facie Finds Case Made Out
In a noteworthy interim order dated 28 April 2026, the Bombay High Court granted relief to a petitioner who had been disqualified for a period of five years from the managing committee of a co-operative housing society under Section 154B-23 of the Maharashtra Co-operative Societies Act, 1960. The Court, upon a prima facie consideration of […]
“Bail Cancelled Using a Rule That Didn’t Apply: SC Pulls Up High Court for Misusing Section 480(3)”
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court has ruled that courts do not have to apply the strict conditions under Section 480(3) of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) while granting bail in non-bailable offences that carry a maximum punishment of up to seven years. Case Background: A bench of Justice J.K. Maheshwari and Justice […]
Profit Can Wait, Safety Can’t: Bombay HC Denies Relief to Idle Developer
In a strong ruling, the Bombay High Court, through Justice Sandeep Marne, refused to give interim relief to a developer who had made no real progress in a redevelopment project in Mumbai for 13 years. The Court made it clear that the fundamental right of society members to live in safe homes is more important […]
“Don’t Decide the Case at Amendment Stage: SC to High Courts”
In a recent important judgment, a Supreme Court bench of Justice J. K. Maheshwari and Justice Atul S. Chandurkar explained the limited role of the High Court under Article 227 of the Constitution of India, particularly in cases dealing with procedural amendments to a plaint. The case was about the legal heirs of a landlord […]
“Justice Beyond Appeals: SC Scraps Unchallenged Conviction”
In a strong statement about appellate powers, the Supreme Court has said that an appellate court, while exercising its appellate jurisdiction, can set aside a conviction even if the accused has not appealed against it, if justice so requires. “…the appellate Court is vested with the power to examine the correctness of the findings and […]
Are Supreme Court’s Stray Dog Directions Being Followed? Delhi HC Wants to Know
The Delhi High Court has initiated a suo motu public interest litigation (PIL) to monitor whether the Supreme Court’s directions on the management of stray dogs are being followed. Court Seeks Replies: A Division Bench of Justice Dinesh Mehta and Justice Rajneesh Kumar Gupta has asked the Central Government, the Delhi Government, the Municipal Corporation […]
“Kolhapur School Wouldn’t Pay Rs. 5 Cr, Now Won’t Open: SC Orders Shutdown”
In a strict action, the Supreme Court has ordered the permanent closure of Chaitanya Public School and Junior College in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, from May 1, 2026. The decision came after the school management repeatedly blocked recovery proceedings under the SARFAESI Act for unpaid loans of more than ₹5 crore. Court Criticism: Justices Dipankar Datta and […]