Bombay High Court: News
BCCI ordered to pay ₹539 crore to Kochi Tuskers Kerala
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has been ordered by the Bombay High Court to pay ₹539 crore to Kochi Tuskers Kerala. The payment is due to the termination of their Indian Premier League contract.
HC dismisses Firoz Nadiadwala's plea to quash ₹24cr suit
The Bombay High Court has dismissed a petition by filmmaker Firoz A Nadiadwala, seeking to quash a commercial suit of ₹24cr against him.
'Absolutely shocking': Court on teen arrested for 'Operation Sindoor' post
The Bombay High Court has ordered the release of a 19-year-old engineering student from Pune, who was arrested for resharing a post on Operation Sindoor.
Supreme Court acquits man sentenced to death for 3-year-old's rape-murder
The Supreme Court has acquitted a man sentenced to death for the rape and murder of a three-year-old girl in Thane, Maharashtra, in 2013.
Why Bombay HC halted 'Bhool Chuk Maaf' OTT release
The Bombay High Court has stayed the OTT release of Bhool Chuk Maaf.
Girl 'voluntarily' joined him: HC grants bail to rape accused
The Bombay High Court has granted bail to a man accused of raping a minor, stating that the girl "voluntarily" joined him and was aware of the consequences.
Lodha brothers finally settle trademark dispute: Check who gets what
Abhishek Lodha and Abhinandan Lodha, the brothers who lead two of the top real estate companies, have finally settled their long-running trademark dispute.
Sunny Deol supports Fawad Khan's return in 'Abir Gulaal'
Bollywood actor Sunny Deol has openly backed Fawad Khan's return to the Indian film industry with the upcoming movie Abir Gulaal, opposite Vaani Kapoor.
No vindictive action against citizens sharing Kamra's videos: Maharashtra government
The Maharashtra government told the Bombay High Court that no vindictive action has been initiated against those who shared/re-sang comedian Kunal Kamra's controversial parody song.
HC to hear case against film on Karan Johar's name
The Bombay High Court will hear a plea challenging the stay on the release of the film Shaadi Ke Director Karan Aur Johar.
Woman living in India for 60 years gets court's consideration
The Bombay High Court has directed the Mumbai Suburban District's Deputy Collector (General) to reconsider the citizenship of Ila Jatin Popat.
Hansika Motwani denies allegations, moves HC to quash sister-in-law's FIR
Actor Hansika Motwani has moved the Bombay High Court seeking the quashing of an FIR filed by her sister-in-law, Muskan Nancy James.
Fawad-Vaani promise dreamy romance in 'Abir Gulaal' teaser
Pakistani actor Fawad Khan and Indian actor Vaani Kapoor are all set to charm us with their upcoming romantic comedy, Abir Gulaal.
'Original punishment was harsh, excessive': Court reduces infant rapist's sentence
In a recent decision, the Nagpur bench of the Bombay High Court has commuted a life sentence of a man convicted under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.
Scrapping Volkswagen's $1.4B tax bill will be 'catastrophic': Modi government
The Indian government has vehemently opposed Volkswagen's plea to overturn a $1.4 billion tax bill, cautioning of possible "catastrophic consequences."
CBI files closure report in Sushant Singh Rajput's death case
The Central Bureau of Investigation has filed a closure report in Sushant Singh Rajput's death case, nearly four years after assuming the investigation from the Bihar Police.
Bombay HC to hear Disha Salian's father's petition in April
The Bombay High Court has listed Disha Salian's father's writ petition for hearing on April 2, 2025.
Disha Salian's father seeks CBI probe, suspects murder cover-up
The mysterious death of late Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput's former manager, Disha Salian, has taken a new turn.
Chahal's divorce fast-tracked despite ₹4 crore alimony issue
The Bombay High Court has directed a family court to fast-track cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal and his estranged wife Dhanashree Verma's divorce.
Court dismisses complaint against Kailash Kher for hurting religious sentiments
The Bombay High Court has dismissed a complaint against singer Kailash Kher, who was accused of hurting religious sentiments with his song Babam Bam on Lord Shiva.
SEBI to address conflict of interest concerns to improve transparency
The newly appointed chairman of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Tuhin Kanta Pandey, has vowed to bring more transparency in SEBI's board.
SC refuses stay on Adani Group's Dharavi slum redevelopment project
The Supreme Court of India has refused to grant an interim stay on the Adani Group-led Dharavi slum redevelopment project.
Stock-market fraud: HC stays FIR against ex-SEBI chief Madhabi Buch
The Bombay High Court has stayed a special court's order directing an FIR against former Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Chairperson, Madhabi Puri Buch.
HC halts FIR against Madhabi Buch—ex-SEBI boss—in fraud case
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) have moved the Bombay High Court challenging an Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) Court order.
Mother's letter urges Lodha brothers to settle their dispute
Manju Lodha, the mother of Abhishek and Abhinandan Lodha, has written a letter asking her sons to end their bitter feud.
Jubilant FoodWorks chairperson denies rape allegations by aspiring actor
A 34-year-old Thane-based woman, who is an aspiring Bollywood actor, filed a First Information Report (FIR) against Jubilant FoodWorks chairperson, Shyam S. Bhartia, for rape recently.
Volkswagen urges Bombay HC to quash $1.4B tax notice
German automotive giant Volkswagen has urged the Bombay High Court to quash a $1.4 billion show cause notice issued by Maharashtra's Office of the Commissioner of Customs.
Court to hear plea linking Thackeray to Sushant Singh's death
The Bombay High Court will hear a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) on February 19 seeking the arrest of Shiv Sena MLA Aditya Thackeray in connection with the deaths of actor Sushant Singh Rajput and his former manager Disha Salian, reported The Free Press Journal.
Volkswagen sues Modi government over 'impossibly enormous' $1.4B tax demand
Volkswagen has sued the Indian government over a tax demand of $1.4 billion, which it considers "impossibly enormous."
Lodha brothers to resolve ₹5,000cr trademark dispute through mediation
The Bombay High Court has referred a trademark dispute between real estate tycoons Abhishek Lodha and Abhinandan Lodha, to mediation.
Elgar Parishad case: Jailed activists Rona Wilson, Sudhir Dhawale released
Activists Rona Wilson and Sudhir Dhawale, arrested in the Elgar Parishad case, were released from jail on Friday.
Use of loudspeakers not 'essential religious practice': Bombay HC
The Bombay High Court has ruled that the use of loudspeakers for religious purposes aren't an essential part of any religion.
Torres Jewellery scam: Investigators estimate losses in hundreds of crores
The Mumbai-based chain, Torres Jewellery, is at the center of a large-scale financial scandal that could potentially cost investors hundreds of crores.
Over 60 pleas filed challenging Maharashtra poll results
Over 60 election petitions have been filed by the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) bloc candidates in Maharashtra, contesting the outcome of the recent Assembly elections.
'Does below-average intelligence woman have no...': HC questions abortion request
The Bombay High Court on Wednesday asked if a woman with an intellectual disability has no right to have a child.
Rona Wilson, Sudhir Dhawale get bail in Bhima Koregaon case
The Bombay High Court has granted bail to Rona Wilson and Sudhir Dhawale, two accused in the 2018 Bhima Koregaon violence case.
'No respect for orders': Bombay HC bashes politicians over hoardings
The Bombay High Court has expressed its displeasure at political parties and organizations for flouting court orders in the matter of illegal hoardings.
'Bete ko haath lagane...': Wankhede found SRK's 'Jawan' dialogue 'cheap'
Former zonal director of Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) Sameer Wankhede has slammed a dialogue from Shah Rukh Khan's 2023 blockbuster Jawan.
₹2,000cr drug case that kept Mamta Kulkarni away from India
Popular Bollywood actor Mamta Kulkarni, who featured in films like Karan Arjun and Sabse Bada Khiladi, returned to India after 25 years recently.
Rupali Ganguly files defamation suit against stepdaughter Esha Verma: Report
Anupamaa star Rupali Ganguly has filed a defamation suit in the Bombay High Court against her stepdaughter, Esha Verma.
Bombay HC bars Pune eatery from using 'Burger King' name
The Bombay High Court has passed an interim order, restraining a Pune-based restaurant from using the name "Burger King."
How 12-year-old 26/11 survivor's testimony helped in Kasab's conviction
Devika Rotawan, who was just nine years old when the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks took place, was instrumental in convicting Ajmal Kasab—the only terrorist caught alive.
'Monster who disrespects women': Kangana Ranaut attacks Uddhav Thackeray
Actor-turned-politician Kangana Ranaut has launched a scathing attack on Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray after the Maha Vikas Aghadi's (MVA) massive defeat in the Maharashtra Assembly elections.
'Married or not, non-consensual intercourse with minor wife rape': HC
The Bombay High Court has ruled that non-consensual sexual intercourse with a wife below 18 years of age amounts to rape.
Court declines plea to stop release of 'Match Fixing' film
The Bombay High Court has rejected a petition to stop the release of the upcoming film Match Fixing - The Nation at Stake.
HC orders Maharashtra cop to pay ₹2L for illegal arrest
The Bombay High Court has ordered a Maharashtra Police officer to pay ₹2 lakh as compensation for an illegal arrest.
'Can state decide...obscenity?': HC raps Customs for seizing 'obscene' artworks
The Bombay High Court has directed the Customs Department to return within two weeks artworks by Francis Newton Souza and Akbar Padamsee, which were seized on their arrival in Mumbai.
SSR case: SC cancels CBI lookout notice against Rhea Chakraborty
The Supreme Court on Friday dismissed an appeal by the Maharashtra government challenging a Bombay High Court order.
HC seeks update on action against cops in Badlapur case
The Bombay High Court has asked the Maharashtra government to update it on action taken against police officials in the Badlapur sexual assault case.
Gangster Chhota Rajan's life imprisonment sentence suspended, granted bail
The Bombay High Court has granted bail to notorious gangster Chhota Rajan (real name Rajendra Sadashiv Nikalje) in the 2001 murder case of hotelier Jaya Shetty.
Coldplay concert chaos: PIL filed against ticket scalping, black marketing
A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Bombay High Court, seeking guidelines to curb black marketing and ticket scalping at big events.
Raj Kundra reacts after interim relief in ED eviction notice
Businessman Raj Kundra, actor Shilpa Shetty Kundra's husband, shared a cryptic message on X/Twitter recently after the Bombay High Court temporarily stayed the Enforcement Directorate (ED)'s eviction notices.
Shilpa Shetty-Raj Kundra challenge ED eviction notice in Bombay HC
The Bombay High Court has asked the Enforcement Directorate (ED) why it issued an eviction notice to actor Shilpa Shetty Kundra and her husband, businessman Raj Kundra.
'Emergency' release soon: After Kangana, Zee agrees to CBFC's cuts
The producers of Kangana Ranaut's controversial film Emergency have agreed to implement the cuts suggested by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
Bombay HC denies pre-arrest bail to Badlapur school trustees
The Bombay High Court on Tuesday denied pre-arrest bail to the chairman and secretary of a school in Badlapur, Maharashtra, where two minor girls were allegedly sexually assaulted.
'Emergency': Kangana Ranaut reluctantly agreed to CBFC's cuts
Kangana Ranaut's much-anticipated film, Emergency, a biopic on late Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, has faced significant hurdles with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). However, it seems that the movie is finally on its way to release.
Kangana Ranaut agrees to CBFC's cuts in 'Emergency'
Actor-politician Kangana Ranaut has reportedly given a thumbs-up to the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC)'s suggested edits in her directorial venture, Emergency.
'Our police won't clap if attacked...': Fadnavis on Badlapur case
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has said the shooting of the accused in the Badlapur sexual assault case was done in self-defense.
'Competition between Shinde, Fadnavis for Badlapur encounter credit': Sanjay Raut
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut on Thursday accused Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and his deputy Devendra Fadnavis of competing for credit over the controversial encounter of Akshay Shinde.
Kangana's 'Emergency' can be released but only with cuts: CBFC
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has informed the Bombay High Court that Kangana Ranaut's film Emergency will only be cleared for release if specific cuts are made.
Plea seeks FIR against Eknath Shinde, Rane over anti-Muslim remarks
A Mumbai resident, Mohammad Wasi Sayed, has filed a petition in the Bombay High Court seeking the registration of an FIR against Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Nitesh Rane.
'Badla-Pura' posters with gun-wielding Fadnavis emerge after Badlapur accused's death
Two days after the accused in the Badlapur school sexual assault case was shot dead by police, posters featuring Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis have surfaced across Mumbai.
'This isn't an encounter': HC on Badlapur accused's custodial death
The Bombay High Court has raised serious questions over the custodial death of Akshay Shinde, a man accused of sexually abusing two girls at a Badlapur school.
Who is Sanjay Shinde—cop who shot Badlapur rape accused
Akshay Shinde, the 23-year-old man accused of raping two nursery school girls in Badlapur, Maharashtra, was shot dead by police on Monday.
FCU struck down: Why third judge's opinion was needed?
The Bombay High Court on Friday struck down as unconstitutional a key provision of the amended Information Technology (IT) Rules, 2021.
Bombay HC strikes down Centre's bid to establish fact-checking unit
The Bombay High Court has rejected the central government's proposal to establish a fact-checking unit (FCU).
Bombay HC demands verdict on Kangana's 'Emergency' by September 25
The Bombay High Court has directed the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to make a decision regarding the certification of the Kangana Ranaut-starrer controversial film Emergency by September 25.
'If loudspeaker use harmful during Ganeshotsav, same for Eid': HC
The Bombay High Court on Wednesday stated that if the use of loudspeakers and sound systems beyond permissible noise levels was harmful during the Ganesh festival, it also has the same effect during the Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi processions.
Why Jasleen Royal is suing T-Series, Guru Randhawa
Singer Jasleen Royal has filed a lawsuit against music label T-Series, lyricist Raj Ranjodh, and singer Guru Randhawa for unauthorized use of her music in the song All Right from the album G Thing.
Bombay HC bars Pune eatery from using 'Burger King' name
The Bombay High Court has issued an interim order, preventing a Pune-based burger joint from using the name "Burger King."
Badlapur sexual abuse case: Pawar, Thackeray participate in 'silent protest'
Leaders and members of the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA), a coalition comprising the Nationalist Congress Party ( Sharad Pawar faction), Shiv Sena (Uddhav Thackeray Faction), and Congress, staged protests across Maharashtra on Saturday.
Bombay High Court restrains MVA from carrying out state-wide bandh
The Bombay High Court has issued an order, preventing the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) from proceeding with a planned state-wide bandh on Saturday.
Badlapur assault case: FIR against school for violating POCSO Act
An FIR has been lodged against the school authorities in the ongoing investigation into the sexual assault of two minors in Badlapur town of Maharashtra's Thane district.