Bombay High Court Case Commentaries

Complete Charge-Sheet and Bail Entitlement under NDPS Act: Analysis of Rafael Palafox Garcia v. The Union Of India

Date: Sep 26, 2008

Complete Charge-Sheet and Bail Entitlement under NDPS Act: Analysis of Rafael Palafox Garcia v. The Union Of India Introduction The case of Rafael Palafox Garcia v. The Union Of India was adjudicated...

Section 100-A of the Code of Civil Procedure: Finality in Motor Vehicles Act Appeals

Date: Sep 26, 2008

Section 100-A of the Code of Civil Procedure: Finality in Motor Vehicles Act Appeals Introduction The case of Mohd. Riyazur Rehman Siddiqui v. Deputy Director Of Health Services, adjudicated by the...

Seniority Determination Based on Initial Appointment and Qualifications: Anjali Khati v. Bal Mandir Sanstha

Date: Sep 24, 2008

Seniority Determination Based on Initial Appointment and Qualifications: Anjali Khati v. Bal Mandir Sanstha Introduction The case of Anjali Jayant Khati v. Bal Mandir Sanstha & Ors adjudicated by the...

High Court Validates Appellate Tribunal's Decision on Section 263 Applicability in Tax Assessments

Date: Sep 20, 2008

High Court Validates Appellate Tribunal's Decision on Section 263 Applicability in Tax Assessments Introduction The case of Commissioner Of Income-Tax v. Design And Automation Engineers (Bombay) P....

Appealability of Interim Orders under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005: Analysis of Abhijit Bhikaseth Auti v. State Of Maharashtra & Anr.

Date: Sep 17, 2008

Appealability of Interim Orders under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005: Analysis of Abhijit Bhikaseth Auti v. State Of Maharashtra & Anr. Introduction The case of Abhijit...

Strict Interpretation of 'Assessee' for Section 54F Capital Gain Exemption: Prakash v. Income-Tax Officer

Date: Sep 13, 2008

Strict Interpretation of 'Assessee' for Section 54F Capital Gain Exemption: Prakash (By Legal Heir) v. Income-Tax Officer Introduction The case of Prakash (By Legal Heir of Assessee) v. Income-Tax...

Probationary Protection and Due Process in Employee Termination: Insights from Nita Ramesh Danane v. Dombivali Mitra Mandal And Others

Date: Sep 13, 2008

Probationary Protection and Due Process in Employee Termination: Insights from Nita Ramesh Danane v. Dombivali Mitra Mandal And Others Introduction The case of Nita Ramesh Danane v. Dombivali Mitra...

Transfer of Matrimonial Petitions: Establishing Judicial Jurisdiction in Sangamitra v. Ramakant

Date: Sep 10, 2008

Transfer of Matrimonial Petitions: Establishing Judicial Jurisdiction in Sangamitra v. Ramakant Introduction The case of Sangamitra v. Ramakant, adjudicated by the Bombay High Court on September 9,...

Interpretation of Section 364A IPC in Philips Fadrick D' Souza v. The State Of Maharashtra: Emphasizing Intent at Inception

Date: Sep 9, 2008

Interpretation of Section 364A IPC in Philips Fadrick D' Souza v. The State Of Maharashtra: Emphasizing Intent at Inception Introduction The case of Philips Fadrick D' Souza v. The State Of...

Discretion of Courts in Allowing Additional Evidence: Insights from Shantibai K. Vardhan v. Meera G. Patel

Date: Aug 30, 2008

Discretion of Courts in Allowing Additional Evidence: Insights from Shantibai K. Vardhan v. Meera G. Patel Introduction The case of Shantibai K. Vardhan And Others v. Meera G. Patel And Another,...

Limitation of Insurer's Liability under the Motor Vehicles Act: Traders Pvt. Ltd. v. Sunanda

Date: Aug 28, 2008

Limitation of Insurer's Liability under the Motor Vehicles Act: Traders Pvt. Ltd. v. Sunanda Introduction The case of Traders Pvt. Ltd., Ahmedabad v. Sunanda adjudicated by the Bombay High Court on...

Ex Gratia Payments and Business Expenditures: Insights from Commissioner Of Income Tax v. Maina Ore Transport Pvt. Ltd.

Date: Aug 23, 2008

Disclaimer: This commentary is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For advice on your specific situation, please consult a qualified legal professional. Ex...

Ensuring Merit-Based and Timely Admissions in Professional Education: Bombay High Court's Ruling in Age 62 Years v. Maharashtra

Date: Aug 23, 2008

Ensuring Merit-Based and Timely Admissions in Professional Education: Bombay High Court's Ruling in Age 62 Years v. The State Of Maharashtra Introduction The case of Age 62 Years v. The State Of...

Conditional Donations and Business Expense Deductibility: Insights from Indian Hume Pipe Co. Ltd. v. Deputy Commissioner Of Income-Tax

Date: Aug 23, 2008

Conditional Donations and Business Expense Deductibility: Insights from Indian Hume Pipe Co. Ltd. v. Deputy Commissioner Of Income-Tax Introduction The case of Indian Hume Pipe Co. Ltd. v. Deputy...

Legality of DGCA's Suspension of Civil Aviation Requirements in The Joint Action Committee v. DGCA

Date: Aug 15, 2008

Legality of DGCA's Suspension of Civil Aviation Requirements in The Joint Action Committee v. DGCA 1. Introduction In the landmark case, The Joint Action Committee v. The Director General of Civil...

High Court Affirms Magisterial Powers to Direct Investigations under Section 156(3) CPI in Narayandas v. State Of Maharashtra

Date: Aug 15, 2008

High Court Affirms Magisterial Powers to Direct Investigations under Section 156(3) CPI in Narayandas v. State Of Maharashtra Introduction Narayandas v. State Of Maharashtra is a pivotal judgment...

Mandatory Waiting Period for Mutual Consent Divorce under Section 13-B of the Hindu Marriage Act: Insights from Principal Judge v. Nil

Date: Aug 13, 2008

Mandatory Waiting Period for Mutual Consent Divorce under Section 13-B of the Hindu Marriage Act: Insights from Principal Judge v. Nil Introduction The case of The Principal Judge, Family Court,...

Allowability of Artificial Losses in Mutual Fund Transactions: Insights from Commissioner Of Income Tax v. Walfort Share And Stock Brokers P. Ltd.

Date: Aug 9, 2008

Allowability of Artificial Losses in Mutual Fund Transactions: Insights from Commissioner Of Income Tax v. Walfort Share And Stock Brokers P. Ltd. 1. Introduction The case of Commissioner Of Income...

Limitations on Penalty Under Section 271(1)(c) for Negative Income and Extended Time Lapses: Shree Nirmal Commercial Ltd. v. Commissioner Of Income-Tax

Date: Aug 8, 2008

Limitations on Penalty Under Section 271(1)(c) for Negative Income and Extended Time Lapses: Shree Nirmal Commercial Ltd. v. Commissioner Of Income-Tax Introduction The case of Shree Nirmal...

Non-Liability of Insurers for Death of Gratuitous Passengers in Goods Vehicles: United India Insurance Co. Ltd. v. Sayaji

Date: Aug 5, 2008

Non-Liability of Insurers for Death of Gratuitous Passengers in Goods Vehicles: United India Insurance Co. Ltd. v. Sayaji Introduction The case of United India Insurance Co. Ltd., Parbhani v. Sayaji...