The Punjab and Haryana High Court ruled that a wife’s deliberate attempts to harm her husband’s career and reputation amount to mental cruelty, providing grounds for divorce.
The Bombay High Court has quashed a rape case against a Mumbai lawyer, highlighting that the accusations stemmed from a consensual relationship that soured over time.
The Supreme Court emphasized that maintenance should provide financial stability without being punitive. In Rajnesh vs. Neha, the court outlined guidelines for determining fair alimony, ensuring transparency between spouses.
The Kerala High Court ruled that refusing treatment for mental health issues, which harms marital harmony, constitutes cruelty. Learn more about this case and its implications on divorce laws.
The Bombay High Court has ruled that under Section 25 of the Hindu Marriage Act, either spouse, including a husband, can claim alimony. This judgment emphasizes the law’s focus on supporting indigent spouses.
The Supreme Court recently granted bail to a man who spent more than 14 years in custody, criticizing the Allahabad High Court’s approach of rejecting bail applications due to pending appeals.
The Madras High Court has granted a man divorce on the grounds of cruelty, ruling that forcing a spouse to live beyond their means and inviting debt is a form of mental cruelty. This decision overturns a previous family court ruling.
The Bombay High Court recently quashed a rape case after both the accused and the alleged victim agreed to resolve their differences. As part of the settlement, they were directed to complete six months of social service.
A 75-year-old woman in Sonipat, Haryana, claims she was beaten by her daughter-in-law for eating an extra roti. The police are investigating after a viral video exposed the incident.
The Kerala High Court ruled that entering a second marriage during a pending divorce appeal does not constitute bigamy if the appeal is later dismissed. The decision clarifies the legal standing of second marriages under the Hindu Marriage Act.
