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Wife sold Rs 25 Pepsi for Rs 26, husband faced criminal case for 13 years; Bombay HC quashes case against him for this reason

For selling 600ml Pepsi at Rs 26 instead of Rs 25 MRP, husband working in wife’s shop faced criminal prosecution; Bombay HC quashes case as wife made the sale, while husband had only prepared the bill after the sale. Know how he won case in Bombay High Court

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Delhi HC quashes criminal cases in 2015 Maggi Noodles row, sets aside summoning orders against Nestle officials

The Delhi High Court quashed criminal complaints related to the Maggi Noodles controversy. This decision followed subsequent judicial developments and fresh testing of the product. The court found continuing prosecutions would abuse legal processes. Earlier reports formed the basis of these complaints against the company. New scientific findings significantly weakened…

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Three IPC sections under which Bombay HC convicted Tarun Tejpal

The Bombay High Court convicted Tarun Tejpal for rape on Thursday. He was found guilty under three sections of the Indian Penal Code. This decision overturned his previous acquittal by a Goa sessions court. The court convicted him for offenses including sexual harassment and using criminal force. The conviction relates…

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Tarun Tejpal, former Tehelka editor, sentenced to 10 years in jail for rape in 2013 sexual assault case

The Bombay High Court sentenced Tarun Tejpal to ten years imprisonment for sexual assault. This verdict overturned a previous trial court judgment which had acquitted him earlier. The Goa government had appealed the acquittal, leading to this new High Court decision. Tejpal was convicted under several sections of the Indian…

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AlcoBev makers challenge FSSAI directive over flavoring, labelling norms in High Courts

In a significant move, United Spirits and Associated Alcohol & Breweries are contesting a directive from the food regulator regarding flavor regulations. They've launched court cases aimed at questioning the FSSAI’s stance on allowing flavors that mimic natural profiles. This legal action highlights a broader industry dialogue with the food…

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Mumbai HC orders Meta, X and Google to take down posts against Nitin Gadkari following lawsuit

The Bombay High Court has mandated an immediate removal of offensive and defamatory posts from social media, labeling them as abusive and obscene. Justice Arif Doctor emphasized the need for online platforms like Meta, X Corp, and Google LLC to act. The court also inquired about their procedures for voluntary…

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Bombay High Court slams 'vile' deepfakes against Gadkari, orders immediate takedown by Meta, X, Google

The Bombay High Court ordered the immediate takedown of vile and defamatory social media posts. Justice Arif Doctor described the online content as abusive, vile, and obscene. The court directed Meta, X Corp, and Google LLC to remove all such material. It questioned platforms about their voluntary takedown mechanisms for…

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Not possible to ban Ganesh idols made of Plaster of Paris this year; will phase it out gradually: Maharashtra govt to HC

The Maharashtra government will not ban Plaster of Paris Ganesh idols this year. However, the state plans to gradually phase out their use in the future. This decision follows Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal for clay idols during Ganesh Chaturthi. The Bombay High Court questioned the government's stance, which differs…

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HC rues people's 'litter here, cleanliness abroad' act; asks if we are living in civilised society

The Bombay High Court expressed strong disapproval of citizens littering in India. The court questioned if this behavior reflects the price of liberty and democracy. It urged civic officials to be ruthless in enforcing cleanliness rules. The High Court also raised concerns about garbage near heritage sites. Effective measures are…

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Bombay HC questions FDA's clean chit to Mantralaya canteens

Mantralaya canteens: The Bombay High Court criticized the Maharashtra FDA for selective enforcement actions. The court noted discrepancies in inspections of government and private eateries. It ordered the FDA to be impartial and uniform in its regulatory drive. The FDA will now re-inspect Mantralaya canteens and issue improvement notices. The…

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Bombay HC restores FDA-suspended Navi Mumbai hotel's licence, says 'we are in India, need a realistic approach'

The Bombay High Court quashed an FDA order suspending a hotel's food license. This action followed a surprise inspection which found only two insects. The court noted the hotel had a 95 percent hygiene compliance score. Authorities were directed to immediately restore the hotel's FSSAI license. The FDA must now…

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Are you an NRI who sold an under-construction property? Here's what actually counts as your “Date of Purchase” for capital gains calculation

NRIs selling under-construction property must use the allotment date for capital gains. This date determines long-term versus short-term capital gains tax treatment. The Bombay High Court and other rulings support the allotment date as the acquisition point. This principle applies even when possession or registration occurs much later. Proper documentation…

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Gadkari says ethanol-blending policy not under his ministry, moves Bombay HC against AI deepfakes

Union minister Nitin Gadkari filed a civil suit seeking removal of AI-generated content. He claims deepfakes falsely link him and his family to ethanol program financial gains. The suit states the ethanol blending initiatives fall under another ministry's purview. Gadkari's office clarified the Union Cabinet made the blending decision. The…

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Bombay HC to hear Nitin Gadkari's plea against Meta, Google, X over AI deepfakes on August 5

The Bombay High Court is set to deliberate on Union Minister Nitin Gadkari's legal action against Meta, X Corp, and Google regarding defamatory deepfakes on August 5. The posts wrongfully connect him to financial advantages linked to the ethanol policy. Gadkari seeks a court order to prevent the spread of…

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SC reserves order on Abu Salem's plea for release after 25 years in jail

The Supreme Court on Monday reserved its order on gangster Abu Salem's plea seeking release from prison, in which he argued that he has completed the maximum 25-year jail term permitted under the India-Portugal extradition agreement. During the hearing, the bench questioned his claim that remission could be counted towards…

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Bombay HC allows Nitin Gadkari to sue Meta, X over alleged E20 deepfakes

The Bombay High Court permitted Union Minister Nitin Gadkari to file a civil suit. He is suing Meta Platforms, X Corp, and others over defamatory deepfake content. The court accepted that part of the cause of action arose within its jurisdiction. Gadkari seeks removal of AI-generated posts falsely linking him…

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SC voices concern over in-laws being dragged in criminal cases arising out of marital disputes

The Supreme Court expressed concern over in-laws being involved in marital disputes. It criticized the Bombay High Court for not examining case materials. The court quashed a POCSO case against a paternal aunt of a minor. This action followed allegations of sexual molestation by the aunt against her nephew. The…

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Elgar Parishad case: SC Justice S Chandrashekhar recuses from hearing Gadling's bail plea

Justice Shree Chandrashekhar recused himself from hearing advocate Surendra Gadling's bail plea. This marks the third judge to recuse from the Elgar Parishad case matter. Gadling has been incarcerated for over seven years, seeking an urgent hearing. His bail plea has faced multiple adjournments in the Supreme Court. Gadling faces…

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Elgar Parishad case: SC agrees to hear next week advocate Surendra Gadling's bail plea

The Supreme Court will hear advocate Surendra Gadling's bail plea next week. Gadling has been jailed for seven-and-a-half years in the Elgar Parishad case. His bail plea has been adjourned eleven times previously in the Supreme Court. The case involves alleged Maoist links and provocative speeches delivered at a conclave.…

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Bombay HC seeks Centre's reply on Kunal Kamra's challenge to Sahyog Portal

The Bombay High Court ordered the Union government to file its affidavit. This response is for Kunal Kamra's petition challenging the Sahyog Portal. Kamra argues the portal enables online censorship and violates free speech rights. The court also heard arguments regarding an amendment to IT Rules. The government will submit…

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HC orders takedown of Priety Zinta deepfakes, says misuse of such content affects fundamental rights

The Bombay High Court ordered the removal of all unauthorized online content featuring Priety Zinta. The court stated that deepfakes violate fundamental rights and personal dignity. Online platforms were reminded of their due diligence obligations under IT Rules. The actor's counsel presented evidence of numerous AI-generated and morphed images. This…

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Joint property given on rent: Can co-owner of property evict tenants without consent of other co-owners? Know what the law says

One co-owner can evict tenants without others' formal consent. The Bombay High Court and Supreme Court have upheld this right. This principle allows a co-owner to act as an agent for others. However, objections from other co-owners can weaken the eviction case. Documenting consent and avoiding ownership changes during litigation…

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'Are all citizens being made slaves of Indian govt': Bombay HC quashes externment order over CAA protests

The Bombay High Court has overturned an externment order against SDPI leader Saeed Ahmad Chaudhary, who organized protests against government policies like the Citizenship Act amendments. Justice Madhav Jamdar questioned the basis for the order, citing the right to protest and express dissent. The court emphasized that opposing government decisions…

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SBI employee gets relief in harassment case as Bombay HC rules shared auto commute falls outside POSH law’s workplace definition

The Bombay High Court has overturned disciplinary action against an SBI employee, ruling that a shared auto-rickshaw is not a 'workplace' under the POSH Act. The employee faced harassment charges after an incident during his commute. The court emphasized that for the Act to apply, transportation must be employer-provided. This…

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How Mumbai’s poor waste segregation contributes to methane emission spikes

Earlier this year, Mumbai’s Kanjurmarg landfill—a place that takes in most of the city’s waste—was found to be one of the largest emitters of the greenhouse gas (GHG) methane in the world, and one of only two landfills from India to make it to the top 25 list. As global…

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