“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 It said the GR only cleaned up old and outdated paperwork.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 […]
“No Appearance in Court—Bombay HC Puts Interim Brake on ‘Script Theft’ Claims in Dhurandhar Row”
The Bombay High Court issued an interim order restraining filmmaker Santosh Kumar RS from making statements about the script of the Hindi film Dhurandhar that were alleged to be defamatory by its writer-director, Aditya Dhar. Justice Arif S. Doctor issued the order while hearing a defamation case filed by Dhar against Kumar. The Court observed […]
“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 […]
You Can’t Prosecute the Buyer for the Seller’s Fraud: SC Draws a Hard Red Line”
The Supreme Court has held that if someone buys property based on a Will that is later found to be forged, the buyer cannot automatically be held criminally liable for a fraudulent sale deed executed by the seller. No Knowledge, No Liability: A Bench of Justice Vikram Nath and Justice Sandeep Mehta quashed the criminal […]
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 […]
Kolhapur Bench Gets Historic Boost: Bombay HC Chief Justice Sits for First Time, Signals Permanent Status
For two days, on 23rd and 24th April 2026, the Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court, Shri Chandrashekhar, personally presided over a Division Bench at the Kolhapur Circuit Bench. This marked a historic first, making him the only Chief Justice so far to sit and hear matters at Kolhapur. The visit created a wave […]
“Brutal Stabbing of Woman Advocate Triggers SC’s Suo Motu Action, Probe into Hospital Refusal”
The Supreme Court on Monday took suo motu cognisance of the brutal attack on a woman advocate who was allegedly stabbed multiple times by her husband. The court also ordered an inquiry into claims that three hospitals refused to provide her urgent medical care. Case Taken Up by Bench: A Bench of Chief Justice of […]