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Bombay High Court Rejects Woman's Rs 1 Lakh Monthly Interim Maintenance Plea

The Bombay High Court rejected a woman's plea for Rs 1 lakh monthly interim maintenance from her estranged husband, ruling that her high income of USD 8,700 monthly and professional qualifications in the US negate the claim, despite arguments of high living costs abroad. The court emphasized that maintenance under Section 24 of the Hindu Marriage Act is for financially weaker spouses.

Times of India

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Same-sex couple challenges Income Tax Act provision in Bombay High Court

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Law·09/07/2026Résumé IA

Same-sex couple challenges Income Tax Act provision in Bombay High Court

A same-sex couple has filed a petition in the Bombay High Court challenging Section 56(2)(x) of the Income Tax Act, which exempts gifts between spouses from tax. They argue that denying this benefit to same-sex couples is discriminatory as Indian law does not recognize their relationships as marriages. The Income Tax Department opposes the plea, calling it "misconceived" and an attempt to use tax law for marriage recognition.

Times of India

Co-owner Can Evict Tenants Without Others' Consent, Bombay High Court Rules

ACTU

07/07/2026Résumé IA

Co-owner Can Evict Tenants Without Others' Consent, Bombay High Court Rules

The Bombay High Court ruled that a co-owner can evict tenants without formal consent from other co-owners, citing a Supreme Court precedent. Objections from other co-owners can weaken the case.

Economic Times

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Bombay High Court Rules Shared Auto is Not a Workplace Under POSH Act

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Law·01/07/2026Résumé IA

Bombay High Court Rules Shared Auto is Not a Workplace Under POSH Act

The Bombay High Court overturned disciplinary action against an SBI employee, stating a shared auto-rickshaw is not a 'workplace' under the POSH Act. The ruling emphasizes that transportation must be employer-provided for the Act to apply, leaving harassment allegations open for other legal avenues.

Bombay High Court Rules in Favor of Homebuyers on Society Formation

The Bombay High Court ruled that homebuyers can form a single housing society for a multi-tower project, rejecting a builder's plea for separate societies. The court cited the builder's nine-year delay in society formation, empowering residents to manage shared amenities.

Bombay HC Sets Aside SBI Employee's Sexual Harassment Findings Over 'Workplace' Definition

The Bombay High Court has overturned an SBI internal committee's findings against an employee accused of sexual harassment. The court ruled that a shared autorickshaw, not provided by the employer, does not constitute a 'workplace' under the POSH Act, thus the committee lacked jurisdiction.

Bombay HC: Divorced wife can't enhance maintenance post-husband's death

The Bombay High Court ruled that a divorced wife cannot seek an increase in maintenance after her husband's death. However, she can still claim arrears and lifetime maintenance from his estate.

Bombay High Court Dismisses Tenant's Plea to Recognize New Builder, Imposes Rs 5 Lakh Cost

Bombay High Court dismissed a tenant's plea to recognize a new builder in a redevelopment case, finding no contract between them and the landlord. The court called the tenants' action 'elite coercion and extortion' and imposed Rs 5 lakh costs for abusing the legal process.

Bombay High Court Allows Withdrawal of Petition Challenging Sir Ratan Tata Trust's Structure

The Bombay High Court permitted the withdrawal of a petition questioning the life trustee structure of Sir Ratan Tata Trust, citing the petitioner's lack of standing. The petition argued the trust's board composition violated Maharashtra's Public Trust (Second Amendment) Act, 2025.

Kaante dispute: Pritish Nandy Communications gets Rs 2.55 crore settlement from Bombay HC

The Bombay High Court has officially disposed of the commercial appeal regarding the 2002 film 'Kaante', following a settlement between Pritish Nandy Communications and White Feather Films. As per the consent terms approved on April 21, 2026, Sanjay Gupta’s production house will pay a lump sum of Rs. 2.55 crore to PNC within 60 days. This settlement resolves a 2016 arbitration dispute that originally involved a claim of Rs. 3.52 crore. Failure to pay within the stipulated window will result in the resumption of original litigation proceedings.

Times of India

Why Bombay HC upheld 2018 acquittal in 2005 fake encounter case of Sohrabuddin Shaikh: Explained

ACTU

08/05/2026

Why Bombay HC upheld 2018 acquittal in 2005 fake encounter case of Sohrabuddin Shaikh: Explained

The Bombay High Court upheld a trial court's acquittal of 21 police officers and others in the Sohrabuddin Shaikh, Kausar Bi, and Tulsiram Prajapati alleged fake encounter case. The court found the prosecution failed to establish abduction, conspiracy, or murder, deeming the evidence insufficient to overturn the initial verdict. Appeals by Shaikh's brothers were dismissed.

Times of India

Explained: Why Bombay HC upheld 2018 acquittal in 2005 fake encounter case of Sohrabuddin Shaikh

ACTU

08/05/2026

Explained: Why Bombay HC upheld 2018 acquittal in 2005 fake encounter case of Sohrabuddin Shaikh

Times of India

Bombay High Court Grants UltraTech Cement Permanent Injunction Against Shiv Cement's 'UltraPlus' and 'UltraHiTouch' Trademarks

ACTU

03/05/2026Résumé IA

Bombay High Court Grants UltraTech Cement Permanent Injunction Against Shiv Cement's 'UltraPlus' and 'UltraHiTouch' Trademarks

The Bombay High Court has granted UltraTech Cement a permanent injunction against Shiv Cement Co., preventing the use of 'UltraPlus' and 'UltraHiTouch' trademarks found to be confusingly similar to UltraTech's renowned brand. The court ordered Shiv Cement to pay Rs 50 lakh in compensation and Rs 16.48 lakh in legal fees. The decade-old case originated in 2012 when UltraTech first discovered infringing cement bags in the market, leading to seizure of over 1,100 bags in 2016.

Bombay High Court Allows Four Accused in 2006 Malegaon Blasts to Challenge Charges

The Bombay High Court has allowed four individuals accused in the 2006 Malegaon blasts to challenge the charges framed against them under the UAPA and IPC. The defense argued that the case lacks evidence and relies on a confession previously rejected by other courts.

Bombay High Court Discharges Four Accused in 2006 Malegaon Blast Case

The Bombay High Court has discharged four men accused in the 2006 Malegaon blast case, ruling that the National Investigation Agency failed to provide sufficient evidence to support the charges.

Economic Times

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