Blackmailer Archana Nag Arrested for Extortion
Archana Nag, a 26-year-old blackmailer, has been arrested for extorting money from wealthy individuals by threatening to expose intimate photos and videos.
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Bombay HC Urges Centre to Make IPC Section 498A Compoundable
The Bombay High Court has urged the Centre to make IPC Section 498A compoundable, noting the hardships caused by its non-compoundable status and the need for judicial efficiency.
Woman Cannot Sue In-Laws Anytime After 32-Year Gap, Says Borivali Court
A Borivali Court ruling has denied a woman’s plea under the Domestic Violence Act, stating that a lawsuit cannot be filed 32 years after the relationship ended, as it exceeds a reasonable time frame for legal action.
Justice DY Chandrachud: “We Don’t Want Supreme Court to Be a ‘Tarikh Pe Tarikh’ Court”
Justice DY Chandrachud expressed frustration over frequent adjournment requests in the Supreme Court, stating that it should not turn into a “Tarikh Pe Tarikh” court. He urged lawyers to respect the court’s time and avoid unnecessary delays.
Widowed Daughter-in-Law Entitled to Maintenance from Father-in-Law, Rules High Court
The High Court has upheld the right of a widowed daughter-in-law to claim maintenance from her father-in-law. Despite his advanced age, the court ruled that he must provide ₹1,000 monthly support, affirming her legal rights under family law.
Karnataka High Court Rules Husband’s Suggestion for Further Education and Employment Not Cruelty
The Karnataka High Court has determined that a husband’s suggestion for his wife to pursue further education and seek employment does not amount to cruelty. The court also overturned dowry-related charges due to insufficient evidence.
Madras High Court Orders Husband’s Removal from Home to Maintain Domestic Peace
The Madras High Court ruled that removing the husband from the home may be necessary to maintain domestic peace in cases of harassment. The Court emphasized that Family Courts should not hesitate to pass such orders, even if the husband has no alternative housing.
Karnataka High Court Acquits US-Based Doctor and Mother, Calls Wife’s Allegations Vague
The Karnataka High Court acquitted a US-based doctor and his 77-year-old mother, ruling that the wife’s complaints of harassment and dowry were vague and exaggerated. The court noted that small family differences were magnified into major issues, leading to an unjust case.
Husband Dies by Suicide After Alleged Harassment by Wife and In-Laws, FIR Filed
A 25-year-old man named Ashish consumed poison after being allegedly harassed by his wife and in-laws in Sonipat, Haryana. An FIR has been filed against the wife and her family, and the case is currently under investigation.
Mumbai Court Rejects Wife’s ₹1 Lakh Maintenance Plea, Cites Her Qualifications as Dentist
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.