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Shilpa Shetty's mother rushed to hospital due to age-related issues
Bollywood actor Shilpa Shetty was seen at Mumbai's Lilavati Hospital on Thursday after her mother, Sunanda Shetty, was admitted there.
Ilaiyaraaja copyright case: Sony Music refuses to reveal revenue details
Sony Music Entertainment India Private Limited refused to share the statement of accounts regarding the revenue earned through "commercial exploitation" of songs composed by legendary musician R Ilaiyaraaja for certain movies.
Why Malabar Gold is facing calls for boycott this Dhanteras
Malabar Gold & Diamonds, a prominent jewelry brand from Kerala, is facing calls for a boycott on the auspicious occasion of Dhanteras.
Akshay's AI Valmiki video to be removed; court says, 'alarming'
The Bombay High Court has ordered the removal of an AI-generated video featuring Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar as Maharishi Valmiki, calling it "truly alarming."
₹60cr cheating case: Shilpa Shetty withdraws plea to travel abroad
Bollywood actor Shilpa Shetty has withdrawn her application seeking permission to travel abroad, reported PTI. Her lawyer Niranjan Mundargi informed the Bombay High Court on Thursday that the planned travels did not materialize.
Bombay HC quashes FIRs filed by Rakhi Sawant, Adil Durrani
Bollywood actor Rakhi Sawant and her estranged husband-businessman Adil Durrani's First Information Reports (FIRs) filed against each other were quashed by the Bombay High Court on Wednesday.
SC seeks response from Ilaiyaraaja's firm in Sony copyright case
The Supreme Court of India asked Ilaiyaraaja Music N Management Pvt Ltd (IMMA) to respond to a plea by Sony Entertainment on Wednesday.
Akshay moves court to protect personality rights against AI misuse
Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar has approached the Bombay High Court, seeking protection for his personality rights. The actor filed a lawsuit against those allegedly violating his name, image, voice, and overall persona through artificial intelligence (AI) technology and other means.
Suniel Shetty gets interim protection against deepfake misuse, false endorsements
The Bombay High Court has granted actor Suniel Shetty urgent interim protection against the misuse of his persona through false endorsements, counterfeit merchandise, and AI-generated deepfakes.
Nawazuddin Siddiqui's ₹100cr defamation suit against ex-wife, brother dismissed
The Bombay High Court has dismissed actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui's ₹100 crore defamation suit against his ex-wife Anjana Pandey and brother Shamasuddin Siddiqui.
Suniel Shetty moves Bombay High Court against deepfake images
Bollywood actor Suniel Shetty has filed a petition in the Bombay High Court seeking protection of his personality rights.
Court hasn't directed me to deposit any amount: Raj Kundra
Businessman Raj Kundra has denied reports that the Bombay High Court ordered him and his actor wife Shilpa Shetty Kundra on Wednesday to deposit ₹60 crore before traveling abroad.
Before traveling abroad, deposit ₹60cr: HC tells Shilpa Shetty-Raj Kundra
The Bombay High Court has reportedly ordered actor Shilpa Shetty and her husband, businessman Raj Kundra, to deposit ₹60cr if they want to travel abroad. This directive came on Wednesday and is part of an ongoing fraud investigation against them.
Shilpa-Raj's plea to travel abroad denied by Bombay HC
The Bombay High Court has denied interim relief to actor Shilpa Shetty Kundra and businessman Raj Kundra in their plea seeking suspension of the Look Out Circular (LOC) issued against them.
Bombay HC directs NCB to return Rhea Chakraborty's passport
The Bombay High Court has ordered the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) to return actor Rhea Chakraborty's passport.
X to appeal Karnataka HC's order on content removal
Elon Musk's social media platform X has announced its intention to appeal a recent Karnataka High Court order.
Shilpa Shetty moves court against Raj's ₹15cr transfer reports
Actor Shilpa Shetty Kundra has rubbished reports claiming her husband, Raj Kundra, transferred ₹15 crore to her account in connection with a ₹60 crore cheating case.
Madras High Court receives bomb threat again; searches on
The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court was evacuated on Friday after receiving a bomb threat via email. The threat was sent to the Registrar's office of the high court, prompting an immediate security response.
Lt. Col Purohit promoted after acquittal in 2008 Malegaon case
Lt. Col. Prasad Shrikant Purohit has been promoted to the rank of full Colonel following his acquittal in the 2008 Malegaon blast case in July.
Naming dispute escalates ahead of Navi Mumbai airport inauguration
Ahead of the September 30 inauguration of the Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA), a naming dispute has intensified.
Academic excellence can't quash FIR on 'Sindoor' post: Bombay HC
The Bombay High Court has refused to quash a First Information Report (FIR) against a 19-year-old engineering student from Pune.
Bombay HC refuses to halt 'Jolly LLB 3' release
The Bombay High Court has dismissed a petition seeking to halt the release of Jolly LLB 3, starring Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi.
Conduct Maharashtra local body polls by January 31: SC orders
The Supreme Court has directed the Maharashtra State Election Commission (SEC) to conduct all local body elections, including Zila Parishads and Panchayat Samitis, by January 31, 2026.
'Bhaukne do': Paresh Rawal on criticism surrounding 'Ajey'
Paresh Rawal, who plays Mahant Avaidyanath in Ajey: The Untold Story Of A Yogi, has defended the film amid criticism.
Bomb threat to Delhi, Mumbai courts; both hoaxes
The Bombay High Court in Mumbai was evacuated on Friday afternoon after a bomb threat was received via email.
Aishwarya-Abhishek attempt to protect personality rights amid AI: Explained
Bollywood actors Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan have recently approached the Delhi High Court to protect their "personality rights."
2008 Malegaon blast: Victims move high court challenging accused's acquittal
Victims of the 2008 Malegaon bomb blast have approached the Bombay High Court, challenging a special court's decision that acquitted all accused, including former Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Pragya Thakur and Lt Col Prasad Purohit.
Fit passengers seeking wheelchairs at airports may have to pay
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has proposed new regulations to prevent the misuse of wheelchair facilities at airports.
Railways seek refund after discovering ₹1cr 'sandalwood' is worth ₹10,981
A land acquisition case in Yavatmal district has taken a surprising turn as a century-old tree, initially valued at ₹1 crore, is now found to be worth only ₹10,981.
'Diwali for us today': Maratha activist Manoj Jarange ends fast
The Maharashtra government has agreed to the primary demand of Maratha leader Manoj Jarange Patil in the ongoing quota agitation.
CBFC rejected 'Ajey' without screening: Yogi Adityanath biopic's director claims
Director Ravindra Gautam has claimed that the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) rejected his film Ajey: The Untold Story of a Yogi without even screening it.
Clean-up begins at Manoj Jarange's protest site after court's order
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has started cleaning up the Azad Maidan area in Mumbai, where Maratha reservation protestors had camped.
Bombay HC to screen Yogi Adityanath film amid censorship dispute
The Bombay High Court will screen the controversial film, Ajey: The Untold Story of a Yogi, this weekend ahead of hearing a plea from its producers.
'Disco Dancer' sequel: Ranbir or Allu Arjun might play lead?
Filmmaker B Subhash has finally won the legal battle with Shemaroo Entertainment over the copyright of his 1982 film Disco Dancer.
Mumbai pigeon feeding row escalates: 25-30 protesters detained
Several members of the Marathi Ekikaran Samiti, including its president Govardhan Deshmukh, were detained by police on Wednesday.
'Creating hurdles': Bombay HC on CBFC's refusal to certify 'Ajey'
The Bombay High Court has directed the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to identify objectionable scenes in Ajey: The Untold Story of a Yogi, which is inspired by the life story of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.
Tensions at Dadar Kabutarkhana after protesters try forcibly feeding pigeons
Tensions erupted at the Dadar Kabutarkhana in Mumbai on Wednesday morning as members of the Jain community protested against a cover put up by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) to restrict pigeon feeding.
Censor board denies clearance to film based on Yogi Adityanath
The Bombay High Court recently issued a notice to the Central Board of Film Certification for refusing to certify Ajey: The Untold Story of a Yogi, a film inspired by Yogi Adityanath, Uttar Pradesh's Chief Minister.
Mumbai-Pune Expressway accident: One woman dead, judge's wife injured
A tragic accident on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway left one woman dead and 21 others injured.
SC stays Bombay HC's acquittal of 2006 Mumbai blasts accused
The Supreme Court has stayed the judgment of the Bombay High Court that acquitted all 12 accused in the 2006 Mumbai train bomb blasts case.
Supreme Court to hear Maharashtra's plea on 7/11 blast acquittals
The Supreme Court of India has agreed to hear the Maharashtra government's plea challenging the Bombay High Court's decision to acquit all 12 accused in the 2006 Mumbai train bombings.
All 12 men convicted in 2006 Mumbai train blasts acquitted
The Bombay High Court has acquitted all 12 accused in the 2006 Mumbai train blast case.
Porsche crash accused who killed 2 won't face adult trial
The Juvenile Justice Board has decided not to try a 17-year-old boy as an adult in the Pune Porsche crash case.
Bombay HC restrains lawyer from impersonating Sonu Nigam: Case explained
In a major relief for singer Sonu Nigam, the Bombay High Court has issued a restraining order against a social media user who was allegedly impersonating him on X (formerly Twitter).
Maharashtra cannot ban online ticket charges: PVR, BookMyShow win case
In a significant ruling, the Bombay High Court has quashed the Maharashtra government's orders prohibiting convenience fees on online movie ticket bookings.
'Need pragmatic interpretation of law': CJI Gavai
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai has stressed the need for a "pragmatic" interpretation of law and the Constitution.
BCCI ordered to pay ₹539 crore to Kochi Tuskers Kerala
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has been ordered by the Bombay High Court to pay ₹539 crore to Kochi Tuskers Kerala. The payment is due to the termination of their Indian Premier League contract.
HC dismisses Firoz Nadiadwala's plea to quash ₹24cr suit
The Bombay High Court has dismissed a petition by filmmaker Firoz A Nadiadwala, seeking to quash a commercial suit of ₹24cr against him.
'Absolutely shocking': Court on teen arrested for 'Operation Sindoor' post
The Bombay High Court has ordered the release of a 19-year-old engineering student from Pune, who was arrested for resharing a post on Operation Sindoor.
Supreme Court acquits man sentenced to death for 3-year-old's rape-murder
The Supreme Court has acquitted a man sentenced to death for the rape and murder of a three-year-old girl in Thane, Maharashtra, in 2013.
Why Bombay HC halted 'Bhool Chuk Maaf' OTT release
The Bombay High Court has stayed the OTT release of Bhool Chuk Maaf.
Girl 'voluntarily' joined him: HC grants bail to rape accused
The Bombay High Court has granted bail to a man accused of raping a minor, stating that the girl "voluntarily" joined him and was aware of the consequences.
Lodha brothers finally settle trademark dispute: Check who gets what
Abhishek Lodha and Abhinandan Lodha, the brothers who lead two of the top real estate companies, have finally settled their long-running trademark dispute.
Sunny Deol supports Fawad Khan's return in 'Abir Gulaal'
Bollywood actor Sunny Deol has openly backed Fawad Khan's return to the Indian film industry with the upcoming movie Abir Gulaal, opposite Vaani Kapoor.
No vindictive action against citizens sharing Kamra's videos: Maharashtra government
The Maharashtra government told the Bombay High Court that no vindictive action has been initiated against those who shared/re-sang comedian Kunal Kamra's controversial parody song.
HC to hear case against film on Karan Johar's name
The Bombay High Court will hear a plea challenging the stay on the release of the film Shaadi Ke Director Karan Aur Johar.
Woman living in India for 60 years gets court's consideration
The Bombay High Court has directed the Mumbai Suburban District's Deputy Collector (General) to reconsider the citizenship of Ila Jatin Popat.
Hansika Motwani denies allegations, moves HC to quash sister-in-law's FIR
Actor Hansika Motwani has moved the Bombay High Court seeking the quashing of an FIR filed by her sister-in-law, Muskan Nancy James.
Fawad-Vaani promise dreamy romance in 'Abir Gulaal' teaser
Pakistani actor Fawad Khan and Indian actor Vaani Kapoor are all set to charm us with their upcoming romantic comedy, Abir Gulaal.
'Original punishment was harsh, excessive': Court reduces infant rapist's sentence
In a recent decision, the Nagpur bench of the Bombay High Court has commuted a life sentence of a man convicted under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.
Scrapping Volkswagen's $1.4B tax bill will be 'catastrophic': Modi government
The Indian government has vehemently opposed Volkswagen's plea to overturn a $1.4 billion tax bill, cautioning of possible "catastrophic consequences."
CBI files closure report in Sushant Singh Rajput's death case
The Central Bureau of Investigation has filed a closure report in Sushant Singh Rajput's death case, nearly four years after assuming the investigation from the Bihar Police.
Bombay HC to hear Disha Salian's father's petition in April
The Bombay High Court has listed Disha Salian's father's writ petition for hearing on April 2, 2025.
Disha Salian's father seeks CBI probe, suspects murder cover-up
The mysterious death of late Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput's former manager, Disha Salian, has taken a new turn.
Chahal's divorce fast-tracked despite ₹4 crore alimony issue
The Bombay High Court has directed a family court to fast-track cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal and his estranged wife Dhanashree Verma's divorce.
Court dismisses complaint against Kailash Kher for hurting religious sentiments
The Bombay High Court has dismissed a complaint against singer Kailash Kher, who was accused of hurting religious sentiments with his song Babam Bam on Lord Shiva.
SEBI to address conflict of interest concerns to improve transparency
The newly appointed chairman of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Tuhin Kanta Pandey, has vowed to bring more transparency in SEBI's board.
SC refuses stay on Adani Group's Dharavi slum redevelopment project
The Supreme Court of India has refused to grant an interim stay on the Adani Group-led Dharavi slum redevelopment project.
Stock-market fraud: HC stays FIR against ex-SEBI chief Madhabi Buch
The Bombay High Court has stayed a special court's order directing an FIR against former Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Chairperson, Madhabi Puri Buch.
HC halts FIR against Madhabi Buch—ex-SEBI boss—in fraud case
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) have moved the Bombay High Court challenging an Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) Court order.
Mother's letter urges Lodha brothers to settle their dispute
Manju Lodha, the mother of Abhishek and Abhinandan Lodha, has written a letter asking her sons to end their bitter feud.
Jubilant FoodWorks chairperson denies rape allegations by aspiring actor
A 34-year-old Thane-based woman, who is an aspiring Bollywood actor, filed a First Information Report (FIR) against Jubilant FoodWorks chairperson, Shyam S. Bhartia, for rape recently.
Volkswagen urges Bombay HC to quash $1.4B tax notice
German automotive giant Volkswagen has urged the Bombay High Court to quash a $1.4 billion show cause notice issued by Maharashtra's Office of the Commissioner of Customs.
Court to hear plea linking Thackeray to Sushant Singh's death
The Bombay High Court will hear a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) on February 19 seeking the arrest of Shiv Sena MLA Aditya Thackeray in connection with the deaths of actor Sushant Singh Rajput and his former manager Disha Salian, reported The Free Press Journal.
Volkswagen sues Modi government over 'impossibly enormous' $1.4B tax demand
Volkswagen has sued the Indian government over a tax demand of $1.4 billion, which it considers "impossibly enormous."
Lodha brothers to resolve ₹5,000cr trademark dispute through mediation
The Bombay High Court has referred a trademark dispute between real estate tycoons Abhishek Lodha and Abhinandan Lodha, to mediation.
Elgar Parishad case: Jailed activists Rona Wilson, Sudhir Dhawale released
Activists Rona Wilson and Sudhir Dhawale, arrested in the Elgar Parishad case, were released from jail on Friday.
Use of loudspeakers not 'essential religious practice': Bombay HC
The Bombay High Court has ruled that the use of loudspeakers for religious purposes aren't an essential part of any religion.