The Allahabad High Court has ruled that a father must provide for his child, regardless of the mother’s earnings. The court overturned a family court’s decision that denied maintenance to a daughter based on her mother’s income.
The Gauhati High Court declared that a husband cannot avoid his legal obligation to pay maintenance by signing an agreement with his wife. Discover the court’s decision and its implications for maintenance rights under Section 125 CrPC.
In the unusual “Maggi Case,” a couple divorced after the husband complained that his wife only cooked instant noodles for every meal. Judge ML Raghunath shares insights on rising divorce rates and common reasons behind them.
The Supreme Court sentenced a woman and her second husband to six months in jail for bigamy, with an alternate prison time arrangement to ensure their child’s welfare. Discover the court’s rationale and unique sentencing.
A Pune court has granted a man divorce without alimony after his wife repeatedly refused to follow court orders to live with him. The ruling highlights the consequences of non-compliance in marital disputes.
The Supreme Court has ruled that women have the right to reside in both their parental and in-laws’ homes, highlighting that no one can evict them due to personal disagreements. This decision emphasizes the protection of women’s rights under the Domestic Violence Act.
The Kerala High Court has highlighted the need for gender-neutral rape laws, pointing out the disparity where men can be prosecuted for false promises of marriage, but women cannot. Learn more about this important legal discussion.
A wedding in Karnataka was called off after the bride accused the groom of touching her neck during the garland exchange. The incident led to arguments and police intervention, ultimately canceling the wedding.
The Gauhati High Court ruled that bigamy is not recognized in Hindu religion, and therefore, a second wife is not entitled to family pension if the first wife is alive. This decision reaffirms the legal stance against bigamy in Hinduism.
The Delhi High Court ruled that a man’s financial support for his divorced sister should be considered when determining maintenance amounts. This decision highlights the importance of family obligations and the unique circumstances of each case.
