On March 24, 2025, the Bombay High Court ruled that a son cannot claim possessory rights over his parents’ property solely based on providing financial maintenance. The court reinstated a June 2024 tribunal order, evicting the son from his parents’ premises in Vasai. Justice Amit Borkar emphasized that the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and …
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In recent developments, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has proposed significant changes to Mumbai’s waste management system. The BMC plans to introduce a user fee for waste collection, aiming to generate approximately ₹687 crore annually from residential properties. The proposed fee structure is as follows: Residential Units: Commercial Establishments: These charges are intended to cover …
In clean-up drive, Bmc propose 2.5x hike in most fines, user fee for waste removal Read More »
In a recent development, the Bombay High Court authorized a medical termination of pregnancy (MTP) after 35 weeks of gestation. The court’s decision was influenced by a report from the medical board of J J Hospital, which unanimously recommended the termination. The board highlighted that the fetus suffered from congenital macrocephaly (an abnormally large head) …
Highcourt oks MTP for 2, asks Jj Hasp board to suggest method. Read More »
The Delhi High Court has recently delivered several judgments emphasizing the importance of granting disability pensions to military personnel, acknowledging the unique challenges and risks associated with military service. Key Judgments: Government’s Litigation Practices: The Defence Ministry has faced criticism for persistently challenging rulings that favor ex-servicemen concerning pension and disability benefits. The Delhi High …
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Mumbai police have recently intensified their efforts in the case involving comedian Kunal Kamra’s controversial remarks about Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. On March 31, 2025, a team from Khar Police visited Kamra’s Mahim residence to serve a summons after he failed to appear for questioning. The notice was accepted by his father, as Kamra …
Police visit kamra’s residencs at Mahim, issue summons to audience at khar show. Read More »
The Indian government has proposed new draft rules aiming to enhance the enforcement of traffic regulations by linking unpaid traffic fines (e-challans) to driving license suspensions and increased insurance premiums. Key provisions of the draft rules include: These measures aim to address the low recovery rates of traffic fines, as reports indicate that only about …
Not paying fines can get driving licence Suspended Draft rules! Read More »
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has recently taken significant action in a money laundering case involving Jyoti Power Corporation Private Limited (JPCPL). The agency has provisionally attached immovable properties valued at ₹15.01 crore, which are currently estimated to be worth ₹20 crore in the market. These properties are registered under the names of JPCPL’s directors, their …
Nearly nine years after the demonetization of ₹500 and ₹1,000 currency notes in November 2016, several district cooperative banks in Maharashtra continue to hold significant amounts of these demonetized notes, totaling approximately ₹101.18 crore. The affected banks include: These banks are unable to deposit or dispose of the invalid notes due to regulatory restrictions, leading …
Maha coop bks stUck with RUPEE 101 Cr demonetised notes for 8 years. Read More »
In Mumbai’s Bandra region, several slum rehabilitation projects have encountered significant delays, leading to disputes between developers and residents. One notable case involves Lashkaria Housing & Infrastructure, which faced legal action after a 56-year delay in implementing a slum redevelopment program. The Bombay High Court imposed a ₹5 lakh fine on the developer for “deliberately” …
31 YEARS ON BUILDER , REMOVED OVER DELAYED IN SLUM PROJECT IN BANDRA Read More »
Recent rulings from various High Courts in India have addressed the issue of whether amounts reimbursed under mediclaim policies should be deducted from compensation awarded in motor accident claims. The decisions vary across different jurisdictions: These contrasting judgments highlight the lack of uniformity in legal interpretations regarding the deduction of mediclaim reimbursements from accident compensation …
MEDICLAIM SUM IS RETURN FOR PREMEUM PAID CANT BE CUT FROM ACCIDENT PAYOUT : HIGH COURT Read More »