Justice Urmila Joshi-Phalke Archives

Bombay HC quashes case against Nestle India Ltd. for allegedly selling ‘sub-standard’ Maggie noodles

If the food/sample is tested in a laboratory which does not fall within the definition of Section 3(p) of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 and is not recognized by the Food Authority, the analysis made in such laboratory cannot be relied upon.

Case Briefs High Courts

‘Ganja’ under S.2(iii)(b) of NDPS Act covers only flowering/fruiting tops of cannabis plant, excludes seeds/leaves; Bombay HC grants bail

There is inordinate delay in conducting the trial and, therefore, the right of the accused to have a speedy trial is affected.

Case Briefs High Courts

‘No intention to disturb law and order or public order/peace’; Bombay HC grants anticipatory bail to person alleged to be a supporter of Naxalism

The intention to cause disorder or incite people to violence is sine qua non for the offence under Section 153-A¹ of the Penal Code, 1860.