A Mumbai woman has been accused of posting explicit photos of her ex-partner on his 14-year-old daughter’s school website. The court denied her anticipatory bail, highlighting the potential emotional impact on the child.
The Bombay High Court recently ruled that an ex-husband is entitled to claim maintenance from his former wife under Section 25 of the Hindu Marriage Act, even after divorce. The court emphasized that the provision is meant to support the indigent spouse, regardless of the outcome of the marriage.
A Mumbai court rejected a woman’s request for ₹1 lakh in monthly maintenance from her husband, noting that she is qualified to work as a dentist. However, the court awarded ₹20,000 per month for the maintenance of their two children.
The Delhi High Court has clarified that a wife can still seek maintenance under Section 125 CrPC, even if her maintenance application is rejected in a divorce case. The Court ruled that the husband’s payment of school fees does not eliminate his obligation to provide maintenance.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has ruled that when a husband has custody of minor children, his convenience should be prioritized in matrimonial cases. The Court rejected the wife’s request to transfer the case, ensuring the husband’s responsibility for travel expenses.
The Madras High Court has ordered the registration of a cheating case against a man for failing to disclose his impotence before marriage. The Court emphasized that the husband deceived his wife by hiding critical information, leading to charges under Sections 417 and 420 of the IPC.
The Karnataka High Court has ruled that a husband must maintain his wife and child if she quits her job to care for the child at his request. The Court emphasized that paying school fees does not relieve the husband of his responsibility for maintenance.
The Supreme Court has decided that a mother who remarries after her child’s biological father’s death can choose the child’s surname. This ruling overturns a previous Andhra Pradesh High Court order and emphasizes the importance of a child’s identity and self-esteem.
The Calcutta High Court approved the transfer of a divorce case from Coochebehar to Siliguri, accepting the wife’s plea due to financial and physical hardships. The decision highlights leniency towards the wife’s situation.
Law Minister Kiren Rijiju has called on states to set up family courts in every district with a population of over 10 lakh. He emphasized the need for careful handling of sensitive family cases.
