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RBI orders removal of Maharashtra minister Babasaheb Patil, seven Latur bank directors

RBI has ordered the removal of Maharashtra Cooperation Minister Babasaheb Patil and seven other directors from Latur District Central Cooperative Bank for exceeding the 10-year tenure limit under banking law. The action followed a Bombay High Court direction to RBI to decide a complaint against the directors.

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Unfortunate people still prefer male child, says HC, refuses bail to man who killed granddaughter

The Bombay High Court denied bail to a grandfather accused of murder. He allegedly drowned his infant granddaughter as the family desired a male child. The court noted the unfortunate preference for boys even after eighty years of independence. The accused and his family attempted to conceal the infant's death.

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Surprised over CBI FIR in Disha Salian case, says Supriya Sule

Supriya Sule voiced surprise at the CBI registering an FIR in Disha Salian's death case. She alleged that federal agencies are being misused by the current government. The Bombay High Court had ordered a CBI probe into Salian's death earlier. Disha Salian died in June 2020, followed by Sushant Singh…

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CBI registers FIR in Disha Salian death case; names Aaditya Thackeray, Rhea Chakraborty & others following High Court order

The CBI has registered an FIR concerning Disha Salian's death after a High Court order. The investigation will examine numerous individuals, including political figures and actors. The FIR details alleged criminal conspiracy and evidence suppression in the case. Salian's father had previously named specific individuals he wished investigated.

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Tarun Tejpal surrenders in Goa court to serve 10-year sentence

Tarun Tejpal surrendered to a Goa court to serve his ten-year sentence. The Supreme Court directed his surrender within three weeks for the sexual assault case. He was sent to Colvale Central Jail after appearing before the court. The Bombay High Court had convicted him, overturning a trial court acquittal.…

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CBI registers FIR in Disha Salian’s death case

The CBI has registered an FIR into the death of Disha Salian, former manager of late actor Sushant Singh Rajput, officials said Monday. The move follows the Bombay High Court's order for a CBI probe and criticism of Mumbai Police for treating Salian's death as an accidental death for six…

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Tarun Tejpal surrenders before Goa court after SC refuses relief, sent to jail

Tarun Tejpal surrendered to a Goa court to begin his prison sentence. The Supreme Court had dismissed his plea seeking exemption from surrendering. He was directed to undergo the sentence imposed by the Bombay High Court. The High Court convicted Tejpal of rape, overturning a trial court acquittal. Tejpal was…

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Feeding Street Dogs in Your Housing Society: What Courts and Animal Welfare Rules Actually Say in India

The Law That Most RWAs Pretend Does Not ExistThe Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, is the foundational statute. Section 11 of the Act makes it a punishable offence to beat, kick, torture, or cause unnecessary pain to any animal, including a street dog on your society's premises. The…

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HC deprecates Pune-only alcohol ban during Ganesh festival, says blanket curbs impermissible

The Bombay High Court criticized Pune's alcohol ban during the Ganesh festival. Authorities were questioned why only Pune faced such restrictions while other regions did not. The court warned of judicial intervention if the arbitrary prohibition order was not withdrawn. It noted that a blanket ban on licensed traders was…

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RWA Pet Bans in Indian Housing Societies: What Is Legal and What Residents' Rights Actually Cover

The notice on the lift door does not make it lawA Bengaluru apartment complex posted a circular last year banning all dogs above 10 kg from common areas. Residents who ignored it received written warnings. The warnings cited "society bye-laws" as authority. Those bye-laws had no legal standing to override…

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Bombay High Court refuses to quash defamation summons against Rahul Gandhi over 'Commander-in-Thief' remark against PM Modi

The Bombay High Court dismissed Rahul Gandhi's petition challenging a defamation summons. This decision upheld a lower court's order regarding his remarks against Prime Minister Modi. The court found no illegality in the magistrate's initial decision to proceed with the case. However, Gandhi received a six-week reprieve to file an…

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SBI loses original papers for property loan; court orders bank to pay Rs 5,000 per day penalty

The Bombay High Court ordered State Bank of India to pay daily compensation. This order came after the bank admitted losing original property documents deposited over two decades ago. The court rejected the bank's argument about the borrower's delay in requesting their return. Compensation will be paid daily until the…

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Bombay HC orders CBI probe into Disha Salian case who passed away days before actor Sushant Singh Rajput was found dead

The Bombay High Court ordered the CBI to register an FIR and investigate Disha Salian's death. This follows concerns raised about the initial Accidental Death Report filed in her case. Salian's family alleged murder, and the court noted delays in providing reports. The CBI will now record statements and conduct…

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Cipla Pharma license cancellation: FDA withdraws order after HC raps it for going 'overboard'

Maharashtra FDA withdrew its order to cancel Cipla Pharma's drug sale license after court intervention. The Bombay High Court criticized the regulator for acting in a high-handed and overboard manner. The FDA will now issue a fresh show cause notice to the company for a reasoned order. This action followed…

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Marathi rule: HC disposes of plea by cab drivers as state govt grants one-year time to learn language

In a decisive move, the Bombay High Court dismissed a petition from four cab drivers, coinciding with the Maharashtra government's announcement to prolong the Marathi language learning deadline by an entire year for auto and taxi operators. This decision stemmed from a meeting with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, as the…

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FDA buckles under HC heat, revives Mumbai Cricket Association's suspended eateries after fresh inspection

The Bombay High Court warned food officials, leading to a license suspension withdrawal. Restaurants on Mumbai Cricket Association premises will now reopen their services. A recent inspection confirmed 88 percent compliance with food safety rules. The court criticized the FDA for a pedantic rather than pragmatic view. Officials faced potential…

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Court evicts son from flat for neglecting parents: Can he still claim inheritance rights?

Does the son have any inheritance right over parents property if he failed to take care of parents and court orders eviction? Know what law says. Read the article.

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HC flags fraudulent use of Aadhaar by infiltrators to get Indian citizenship; calls for action

The Bombay High Court has raised alarms about foreign nationals fraudulently securing Indian legal documents, revealing critical gaps in the coordination and verification processes among various agencies. The court demanded immediate action from the Centre to rectify this troubling situation. It also instructed the government to explore legislative changes to…

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Surrender in two weeks: Supreme Court dismisses Tarun Tejpal’s plea in sexual assault case

The Supreme Court has denied journalist Tarun Tejpal's request to be exempted from surrendering. Following his conviction, he is required to surrender within a two-week timeframe. The Bombay High Court has imposed a ten-year rigorous imprisonment sentence on him, reversing a prior trial court acquittal. Tejpal's appeal contesting the conviction…

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Housing societies cannot charge higher maintenance for bigger flats and shops based on area, rules Maharashtra Co-operative Appellate Court

Unlike property tax, maintenance cannot be charged at a higher rate for bigger flats and shops, explains the Maharashtra Co-operative Appellate Court and gives relief to flat and shop owners from discriminatory higher maintenance. Read the article.

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Man takes a DNA test, finds out he isn't the child's father; files for divorce but wife refuses official test; Supreme Court allows the paternity test

Man takes a DNA test, finds out he isn't the child's father, files for divorce, and moves court for an official paternity test after his wife refuses one. The Supreme Court has now allowed the test, ruling that a child can be subjected to a DNA paternity test in matrimonial…

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FSSAI revokes order against USL's flavoured spirit produced at Baramati plant

Food regulator FSSAI has revoked its order concerning United Spirits' Baramati unit product. This revocation follows discussions and engagement between the company and the food authority. United Spirits had challenged the initial order before the Bombay High Court earlier. The company maintained its product labels were compliant with Indian regulatory…

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Tukaram Mundhe led-FDA ordered to pay Rs 5 lakh fine to a Pune sweet shop for suspending licence despite 98% compliance

Bombay High Court has ordered Tukaram Mundhe-led Maharashtra FDA to pay Rs 5 lakh compensation to a Pune sweets shop after questioning the continued suspension of its food licence despite a follow-up inspection showing 98% compliance with safety norms.

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Bombay HC cancels bail granted to owners of Goa nightclub where 25 people had died in fire

The Bombay High Court cancelled bail for nightclub owners in Goa. This decision relates to a devastating fire that claimed twenty-five lives last December. The owners and a business partner must now surrender within two weeks. They can seek fresh bail from the trial court during this period. The court…

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Pune sweets shop wins ₹5 lakh after food licence stays suspended despite 98% compliance

The Bombay High Court criticized the Maharashtra FDA for its actions. The court ordered the FDA to pay Rs 5 lakh compensation to a sweets shop. This compensation was for suspending the shop's license despite high compliance. The court permitted the shop to reopen its business operations. The FDA must…

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