Supreme Court Says Women Cannot Be Forced to Live with Husbands
Shruti Mahapatra
The Supreme Court of India ruled that a woman is not a "chattel" and cannot be compelled to live with her husband. This landmark decision highlights respect for women’s autonomy…
Man Betrays Lover in Suicide Pact, Booked by Police in Prayagraj
A man in Prayagraj backed out of a suicide pact, leaving his lover to jump alone into the Yamuna River. She survived and has filed an FIR against him for…
False Dowry Case Against Mother-in-Law Quashed by Karnataka High Court
The Karnataka High Court quashed a false dowry case filed against a mother-in-law, terming it an abuse of court procedures. The judgment highlights misuse of legal systems in dowry cases.
Delhi Court Acquits Man After 6 Years in False Rape Case
A Delhi court acquitted a man after six years in a false rape case, citing unreliable witness statements and evidence proving a consensual relationship between the accused and the woman.
Man Acquitted in POCSO Case After Spending 7 Years in Jail
A 41-year-old man spent seven years in jail in a POCSO case before being acquitted. The court ruled that the evidence was unreliable, citing inconsistent victim statements and possible mistaken…
Delhi Mother Ties 5-Year-Old on Rooftop in Scorching Heat for Not Doing Homework
A Delhi mother punished her 5-year-old daughter by tying her hands and legs and leaving her on a rooftop in scorching heat for not completing her homework. The police have…
Madhya Pradesh High Court Quashes Rape Case Filed by ‘Second Wife’ After 18 Years
The Madhya Pradesh High Court quashed a rape case filed after 18 years by a ‘second wife,’ citing false allegations and an attempt to pressure the accused for financial benefits.
No Arrests for 2 Months After FIR in Section 498A Cases: Allahabad High Court Issues Safeguards
The Allahabad High Court introduced a two-month cooling-off period for FIRs under Section 498A to prevent misuse. Read how these safeguards protect families from false allegations.
Karnataka High Court Rules Husband Cannot Retain Stridhan After Marriage Annulment
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.
Allahabad High Court Highlights Inadequate Maintenance Amount for Middle-Class Women
The Allahabad High Court ruled that ₹2,500 monthly maintenance is too low for a middle-class woman to meet basic needs. The court increased the amount to ensure fair support.