<ul><li>The Bombay High Court has ruled that convenience stores can remain open 24 hours, as there is no restriction under the law for them to operate during any specific time.</li><li>The court stated that 24x7 convenience stores offer benefits to both customers and the economy, enhancing convenience, flexibility, and increasing consumer spending.</li><li>The Maharashtra Shops and Establishments Act imposes no embargo on convenience stores to operate 24/7, except for specific types of establishments such as hookah bars and liquor-serving restaurants.</li><li>The court directed Pune Police not to force 'The New Shop,' operated by Accelerate Productx Ventures Pvt Ltd, to close after 11 p.m., as it is not against the law to keep convenience stores open round the clock.</li></ul>

Law Does Not Prohibit Convenience Stores From Remaining Open 24 Hours, Bombay High Court Says

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