The Karnataka High Court has ruled that a woman’s Stridhan must be returned even after a marriage is annulled. The court dismissed the ex-husband’s petition, affirming her legal rights.
A wedding in Karnataka was called off after a bride became upset when the groom’s hand touched her neck during the garland exchange. The incident escalated into a family dispute, requiring police intervention.
In a significant judgment, the Karnataka High Court dismissed a dowry harassment case against Mohammed Shameer and his family, highlighting the misuse of legal provisions, especially against an 80-year-old bedridden grandmother.
The Jharkhand High Court reiterated that non-compoundable criminal cases may be quashed if the dispute is settled and no societal interest is involved, citing Supreme Court precedents.
Retired Justice B.N. Srikrishna calls for anonymity for the accused in rape cases, highlighting the misuse of laws and the need for fairness in handling such allegations.
The Punjab & Haryana High Court ruled that a single false complaint is enough to constitute matrimonial cruelty, granting divorce and directing ₹20 lakh as alimony.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court quashed an FIR filed under Section 498A IPC, stating it was lodged to harass and pressurize the in-laws. The court found the allegations baseless and dismissed the case.
A 24-year-old man in Patiala ended his life after enduring constant harassment from his in-laws, who demanded ₹70 lakh for divorce. The tragic case has led to a police investigation.
The Karnataka High Court ruled that a wife’s demand for a separate house or filing a criminal case against her husband cannot be considered cruelty. The court clarified that cruelty under Section 13(1)(ia) requires willful and unjustifiable conduct endangering mental or physical well-being.
The Supreme Court ruled that a person cannot be denied the right to travel abroad simply because they are accused in a 498A IPC complaint. The judgment protects personal liberty and requires substantial evidence for imposing restrictions.
