The Supreme Court sentenced a woman and her second husband to six months in jail for bigamy, with an alternate prison time arrangement to ensure their child’s welfare. Discover the court’s rationale and unique sentencing.
A second-year BA student from Delhi University’s School of Open Learning was tragically abducted and killed in Uttar Pradesh. Accusations of blackmail and a disputed relationship with a 19-year-old girl are at the heart of this heartbreaking case.
A Pune court has granted a man divorce without alimony after his wife repeatedly refused to follow court orders to live with him. The ruling highlights the consequences of non-compliance in marital disputes.
The Karnataka High Court has ruled that women can be granted bail even for non-bailable offences, relying on Section 437 of the Criminal Procedure Code. This landmark decision was made in the case of Netra, who was accused of murdering her husband.
The Supreme Court has ruled that women have the right to reside in both their parental and in-laws’ homes, highlighting that no one can evict them due to personal disagreements. This decision emphasizes the protection of women’s rights under the Domestic Violence Act.
The Kerala High Court has highlighted the need for gender-neutral rape laws, pointing out the disparity where men can be prosecuted for false promises of marriage, but women cannot. Learn more about this important legal discussion.
In a tragic and shocking incident in Maharashtra’s Kharavali village, a mother threw her six children into a well following a marital dispute. Learn more about this heartbreaking story.
A wedding in Karnataka was called off after the bride accused the groom of touching her neck during the garland exchange. The incident led to arguments and police intervention, ultimately canceling the wedding.
The Gauhati High Court ruled that bigamy is not recognized in Hindu religion, and therefore, a second wife is not entitled to family pension if the first wife is alive. This decision reaffirms the legal stance against bigamy in Hinduism.
The Delhi High Court ruled that a man’s financial support for his divorced sister should be considered when determining maintenance amounts. This decision highlights the importance of family obligations and the unique circumstances of each case.
