What Happens When a Woman Files a False Case Against a Man?
Bengali actress Swastika Mukherjee admitted to falsely accusing her ex-husband of dowry harassment, ending a decade-long case. Learn about the consequences and impact on those involved.
Bengali actress Swastika Mukherjee admitted to falsely accusing her ex-husband of dowry harassment, ending a decade-long case. Learn about the consequences and impact on those involved.
Popular Malayali actor ND Prasad was found dead by suicide outside his home in Kochi, reportedly due to family issues.
In Uttar Pradesh, an adopted daughter and her lover murdered her parents to seize property. The couple has been arrested by Kanpur police.
The Delhi High Court stressed the need for strict action against false cases filed against husbands to prevent misuse of the legal system and protect the social fabric.
In Faridabad, Haryana, a husband caught his wife and brother-in-law in a hotel room, uncovering an affair that reportedly began before their marriage. The police are currently investigating the case.
The Chhattisgarh High Court ruled that Section 498-A IPC cannot be used as a weapon for personal vendetta against in-laws. The court emphasized that false allegations by a spouse amount to mental cruelty, affecting the social standing and future prospects of the accused.
The Telangana High Court has ruled that false accusations against a husband’s relatives in matrimonial disputes, if left unchecked, can result in the misuse of the legal process. The court emphasized the need for specific evidence to support such claims.
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju has called on all states to establish family courts in every district with a population over 10 lakh, emphasizing the need for sensitive handling of family matters. He provided current data on family courts and discussed plans to use technology and mediation to speed up case resolutions.
The Calcutta High Court showed leniency towards a wife by transferring her divorce case from Coochebehar to Siliguri, acknowledging her physical and financial hardships.
The Bombay High Court highlights misuse of Section 498A, protecting distant relatives from wrongful accusations. Justice Vibha Kankanwadi quashes proceedings against Jyoti Patil, stressing the importance of valid evidence.