Supreme Court: Mother Can Decide Child’s Surname After Remarriage
Shruti Mahapatra
The Supreme Court ruled that a mother, as the natural guardian, can choose her child's surname after remarrying. This decision emphasizes the child's well-being and identity.
Child Custody
MP High Court Prioritizes Husband’s Convenience in Matrimonial Cases When Caring for Children
The Madhya Pradesh High Court ruled that in matrimonial cases, the husband's convenience should be prioritized if he has custody of the minor children, ensuring he isn't forced to attend…
Delhi High Court: Wife Can Seek Maintenance Under Section 125 CrPC Despite Divorce Petition Rejection
The Delhi High Court ruled that rejecting a maintenance application in a divorce case doesn't prevent a wife from seeking maintenance under Section 125 CrPC, emphasizing her rights despite divorce…
Woman Posts Ex-Partner’s Obscene Pictures on Daughter’s School Website in Revenge
A Mumbai woman faces legal action for posting her ex-partner's obscene pictures on his daughter's school website. The court denied her bail, emphasizing the trauma caused to the child.
Bombay High Court Orders Wife to Pay Maintenance to Ex-Husband
The Bombay High Court has ruled that a wife must pay maintenance to her ex-husband under Section 25 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955. This decision emphasizes the applicability of…
Madras High Court Upholds Removal of Husband from Matrimonial Home for Domestic Peace
The Madras High Court has ruled that removing the husband from the matrimonial home may be necessary for ensuring domestic peace, regardless of whether he has alternative accommodation. This decision…
Law Considers Women as Weaker Section and Needs More Protection: Bombay HC
The Bombay High Court highlights the need for greater protection for women, considering them a weaker section of society. The court prioritized the wife's safety and convenience by transferring a…
Supreme Court Quashes FIR Against Father for Taking Son from Mother’s Custody
he Supreme Court has quashed an FIR against a father for taking his son from the mother's custody, focusing on the child's best interests and the proper use of legal…
Minor Differences Between Spouses Not Cruelty: Madhya Pradesh High Court Quashes Divorce
The Madhya Pradesh High Court quashed a divorce decree, ruling that minor differences between spouses do not constitute cruelty. Discover the details of this significant case.
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Chhattisgarh High Court Rules Wife’s Office Abuse as Cruelty, Upholds Divorce
The Chhattisgarh High Court upheld a Raipur family court's decision to grant divorce, ruling that a wife's abusive visits to her husband's office amount to cruelty. Discover the details of…