Allahabad High Court Grants Bail in Rape Case, Cites Increase in False Accusations
The Allahabad High Court has granted bail to two men accused of rape in Varanasi, noting an increase in false sexual offence allegations in Indian society.
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Allahabad High Court Highlights Challenges for Women After Live-in Relationships End
The Allahabad High Court emphasized the difficulties women face in Indian society after a live-in relationship ends, pointing out that these relationships are still not widely accepted.
Punjab and Haryana High Court Upholds Divorce Over Wife’s Demand to Separate from Parents
The Punjab and Haryana High Court upheld a divorce in January 2023, as a wife insisted her husband separate from his parents. The court ruled that the marriage had broken down irretrievably.
Interpol Issues Blue Corner Notice for Man in UK Wanted for 498A Trial
Interpol has issued a blue corner notice for Ronak Pandya, who fled to the UK in 2005 to avoid trial in a domestic violence and dowry case filed by his wife. The Gujarat High Court was informed of the notice in June 2022.
Gujarat Man Seeks to Annul Marriage After Discovering Wife’s Criminal Past
A Gujarat man filed for annulment after discovering his wife, whom he met on a matrimonial website, was a wanted criminal from Assam. She had been involved in theft, murder, and other serious crimes.
Delhi High Court Upholds Divorce Over Constant Verbal Abuse by Wife
The Delhi High Court has upheld a divorce, ruling that constant verbal abuse by a wife towards her husband amounts to cruelty. The court emphasized that no one should endure continuous abuse, upholding the husband’s petition for divorce.
Delhi High Court Calls Virginity Tests Sexist and Unconstitutional
The Delhi High Court deemed virginity tests on women as sexist and unconstitutional, emphasizing that these tests violate the right to dignity. The court ruled that such practices reinforce gender stereotypes and have no medical basis.
Madras High Court Orders State to Pay ₹3.5 Lakhs to Man Detained for 8 Months After Acquittal
The Madras High Court has ordered the state to pay ₹3.5 lakhs to a man who was wrongfully detained for 8 months after his acquittal. The court also called for the installation of KIOSK machines in prisons to help inmates check their case status.
Karnataka Man Commits Suicide After False Case, Leaves Behind Wife and Two Sons
Suresh Poojari from Karnataka committed suicide after being wrongfully accused in a false Dalit atrocity case. The six-month ordeal took a toll on his mental health, despite securing bail from the Supreme Court.
Bombay HC: Wife Cannot Stop Flat Sale if Husband Offers Alternative Accommodation
The Bombay High Court ruled that a wife cannot block the sale of her husband’s flat if he offers similar alternative accommodation. The court emphasized that the wife’s lifestyle must be maintained, but she cannot refuse reasonable housing alternatives.