The Gujarat High Court criticized a woman living in the US for 10 years who refuses to consent to divorce and is only interested in demanding maintenance. The court suggested a one-time settlement to protect the couple’s 10-year-old son.
The Gauhati High Court has granted bail to Rajkanya Baruah, involved in a road accident that resulted in one death and seven injuries in Guwahati. The court found no risk of her influencing the trial, allowing her release on bail.
In a landmark ruling, the Rajasthan High Court allowed a married woman to live with her lover, emphasizing that an adult woman’s choices must be respected. The court dismissed a petition filed by her husband, affirming her right to decide.
In a tragic incident in Lucknow, a 30-year-old lawyer committed suicide, leaving behind a note blaming his wife and mother-in-law. The police are investigating the incident, with handwriting experts set to verify the note’s authenticity.
The High Court has granted anticipatory bail to a husband accused of dowry harassment under Section 498A. The court acknowledged the ongoing marital disputes and imposed a bail bond requirement.
In a shocking January 2022 incident, a woman and her lover have been accused of killing her NRI husband’s parents and burning their bodies in Tanda village. The woman allegedly committed the crime due to a dispute over her extramarital affair.
The Bombay High Court has acquitted a Palghar man of cheating charges after 25 years, ruling that refusal to marry after a long-term sexual relationship does not qualify as cheating under Section 417 IPC.
The Karnataka High Court has determined that private medical records, such as abortion reports, cannot be used to prove adultery. This decision highlights the importance of maintaining doctor-patient confidentiality and respecting personal privacy.
In the Manju Ram Kalita v. State of Assam (2009) case, the court ruled that petty quarrels do not amount to cruelty under Section 498A IPC. The court emphasized that cruelty must be severe and ongoing to be legally recognized.
The Orissa High Court has reduced the monthly maintenance amount for Tapaswini Dash from ₹17,000 to ₹10,000. This decision follows a prolonged legal battle involving her husband, Dr. Sumit Sahu, and a series of disputes and allegations.
