High Court of Bombay
5,131 judgments
Swastik Enterprises v. Marianella Properties Pvt. Ltd.
The Bombay High Court condoned a 282-day delay in filing Vakalatnama in a summary suit due to the Defendant's serious medical condition, allowing the Defendant to appear and defend subject to costs.
M/s Railsys Engineers Private Ltd. v. Overseas Infrastructure Alliance Pvt. Ltd.
The Bombay High Court held that a valid arbitration agreement mandates referral of disputes to arbitration, dismissing a summary suit despite an acknowledgment of debt in a subsequent communication.
Nagesh Madhava Suvarna v. State of Maharashtra
The Bombay High Court held that the moratorium under Section 14 of the IBC applies only if the corporate debtor is in actual physical possession, allowing the society to appoint a new developer for rebuilding Govinda Tower after AA Estate's abandonment.
Smt. Sampada Vilas Mahargude v. State of Maharashtra
The Bombay High Court upheld the validity of a no-confidence motion against a Sarpanch, ruling that mandatory statutory procedures were complied with despite alleged procedural defects, and dismissed the writ petition challenging the motion.
Global Health Care Products v. Krantikari Kamgar Union
The Bombay High Court held that closure without statutory permission is illegal, entitling named retrenched workmen to reinstatement and benefits, but the Industrial Tribunal cannot grant relief beyond the parties named in the industrial dispute reference.
The Special Director, Directorate of Enforcement v. Jaipur IPL Cricket Pvt. Ltd.
The Bombay High Court upheld the Tribunal's reduction of FEMA penalties on IPL franchise promoters, emphasizing the necessity of mens rea and proportionality in penalty imposition under FEMA.
Neo Builder and Developers v. Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority
The Bombay High Court partly allowed the developers' appeal, restricting their liability to pay transit rent until issuance of Occupancy Certificate and directing tenants to accept offered alternate accommodation, while modifying the injunction on alienation of flats.
Indubai D. Kothawale and Ors. v. Laxman Balwant Chougule and Ors.
The High Court upheld the executing court's rejection of a third party's obstruction application due to lack of evidence of possession, affirming that execution courts may summarily dismiss baseless objections under Order 21 Rule 97 CPC.
Smt. Shaila Madhukar Gore & Ors. v. Union of India & Ors.
The Bombay High Court held that without statutory declaration under relevant Central or State laws or heritage listing, a temple cannot be judicially protected as an ancient monument, and petitioners must seek such declaration from competent authorities.
Reliance General Insurance Com. Ltd. v. Baban Dattatray Nimbalkar
The Bombay High Court upheld the Tribunal's award holding that a laborer injured while unloading goods in a field with permission is a third party under the Motor Vehicles Act and the accident site qualifies as a public place.
Hitachi Astemo Fie Pvt. Ltd. v. Nirajkumar Prabhakarrao Kadu
The Bombay High Court upheld the dismissal of a union office bearer for posting provocative Facebook messages inciting hatred against management during wage negotiations, holding such acts as misconduct under Model Standing Orders and affirming the fairness of the domestic enquiry.
Vijay Ramdas Kokate v. The District Collector Solapur
The Bombay High Court upheld the validity of a second motion of no confidence against the Upa-Sarpanch, ruling that an earlier premature notice without a special meeting was null and void and did not trigger the statutory two-year bar on subsequent motions.
R. K. Life Space Developers Pvt. Ltd v. State of Maharashtra
The High Court held that a one-day delay in filing a reply to a show-cause notice does not justify rejection without consideration, quashed the impugned order, and remanded the matter for fresh adjudication after affording an opportunity of hearing.
Rajendra Shivkumar Pawar v. Sanjay Bhau Dalvi
The Bombay High Court held that the Sub-Divisional Officer is empowered to hear appeals under Section 74 of the Maharashtra Tenancy Act, dismissing the petition challenging his jurisdiction.
Vishal Prabhakar Parab v. The State of Maharashtra
The Bombay High Court set aside orders refusing an arms licence for failure to properly apply Section 14 of the Arms Act and remanded the matter for fresh consideration.
Pralhad Chavatrao Lawand v. Parvati Mahila Gramin Bigar Sheti Sahakari Pathsanstha Maryadit
The Bombay High Court upheld the trial court's rejection of belated application to lead additional evidence, emphasizing the need for due diligence and bona fide intent under Section 151 CPC.
The Executive Engineer & Anr v. Sunil Shankarrao Sanagar & Ors.
The High Court upheld the Industrial Court's finding of unfair labour practice by the State and directed regularization of seasonal temporary workers on converted regular temporary establishment under the Kalelkar Award, dismissing the State's writ petition.
Tata Capital Ltd. v. Umeshkumar Hanumandas Goyal
The Bombay High Court quashed an FIR alleging theft against a financier who lawfully repossessed hypothecated equipment after due notice, holding such repossession does not constitute theft under IPC.
National Insurance Co. Ltd. v. Lauretta Shashi Mogale
The Bombay High Court partly allowed the insurer's appeal by adjusting salary components but enhanced the claimants' compensation including future prospects and consortium, rejecting intoxication and contributory negligence claims.
Shri Manmoorat R. Pandey v. Commissioner of Police, Thane
The Bombay High Court quashed a preventive detention order due to non-supply of legible documents, holding it violated the detenu's right under Article 22(5) to make an effective representation.