The Kerala High Court ruled that frequent secret phone calls by a wife to another man, ignoring her husband’s warnings, amount to matrimonial cruelty. The judgment highlights the impact of such behavior on marital relationships.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court criticized a woman for concealing her job details and income in a maintenance plea. The Court stressed that honest disclosure is vital to ensure justice in maintenance cases.
In a groundbreaking ruling, the Punjab and Haryana High Court declared that a widow remains eligible for a family pension even after being convicted of murder, emphasizing the welfare nature of pension schemes.
The Supreme Court of India ruled that an unmarried daughter who has reached majority age and is not suffering from any disability is not entitled to claim maintenance under Section 125 of the CrPC. The court emphasized the importance of the Hindu Adoptions and Maintenance Act for such claims.
The Supreme Court ruled that a daughter cannot claim expenses for her education or marriage from her father if she does not wish to maintain a relationship with him. The court also ensured that the wife received permanent alimony in a divorce case.
The Bombay High Court ruled that a son cannot claim rights over his parents’ property while they are still alive. The court also addressed a guardianship case involving a woman seeking control over her husband’s properties.
The Rajasthan High Court has ruled that a husband cannot escape his responsibility to pay ₹5,000 in interim maintenance, even if his wife filed the application 36 years after their separation. The court upheld the trial court’s decision, emphasizing the husband’s financial ability to support his wife.
The Gujarat High Court stressed the need for a mother to facilitate video calls between her son and his estranged father to build a relationship. The court expressed concern that the child might fail to recognize his father, urging a family reunion for the child’s welfare.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court ruled that a spouse who submits false information about unemployment to claim maintenance can face legal action. The judgment stresses the need for honesty in financial disclosures.
A Gujarat High Court case reveals a woman living in the US for 10 years refusing divorce and focusing solely on maintenance while neglecting responsibilities for her 10-year-old son.
