Calcutta HC Rules Calling Women ‘Baby’ and ‘Sweety’ Not Always Sexual Harassment
The Calcutta High Court ruled that using terms like “baby” and “sweety” doesn’t always amount to sexual harassment and warned against reverse bias in sensitive cases.
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Bombay HC Quashes Rape FIR on False Promise of Marriage: Consent Given Willingly
The Bombay High Court quashed a rape FIR based on a false promise of marriage, stating that the victim gave her consent willingly, and the accused had no deceitful intent at the time.
Punjab & Haryana HC: Broad Interpretation of “Wife” Necessary for Maintenance
The Punjab & Haryana High Court ruled that the term “wife” should be broadly interpreted to ensure maintenance is provided, even in cases of invalid marriages. Cohabitation with marriage rituals is enough to claim maintenance.
Noida Youth Dies in Custody After Rape Allegation; Police Officers Suspended
A 20-year-old man accused of rape died in police custody in Noida. His family alleges police demanded a bribe for his release. Police officers involved have been suspended, and an investigation is ongoing.
Bombay High Court Slams Police and Judges for Wrongful Conviction in Criminal Breach of Trust Case
The Bombay High Court acquitted a man wrongfully convicted in a criminal breach of trust case, criticizing the police and judiciary for mishandling evidence and neglecting their responsibilities.
SC Acquits Husband After 30 Years in Wife’s Suicide Case, Citing Legal Errors
The Supreme Court acquitted a man in his wife’s suicide case after 30 years, highlighting that mere harassment without criminal intent is not enough to convict under abetment of suicide laws.
Court Annuls Marriage Over Husband’s ‘Relative Impotency’
The Bombay High Court annulled a marriage after the husband admitted to suffering from “relative impotency,” rendering him unable to consummate the union with his wife.
Bombay High Court Upholds ₹3 Crore Compensation to Wife Under Domestic Violence Act
The Bombay High Court has upheld a ₹3 crore compensation and ₹1.5 lakh monthly maintenance order for a wife under the Domestic Violence Act, highlighting the impact of domestic violence on her self-worth.
Supreme Court: Marriage Certificate Invalid Without Hindu Marriage Ceremony
The Supreme Court ruled that a marriage certificate is not proof of a valid Hindu marriage if the necessary rituals, like saptapadi, have not been performed. The court declared the marriage null and void.
Madhya Pradesh HC: Unnatural Sex with Wife Not an Offence Under Section 377 IPC
The Madhya Pradesh High Court ruled that unnatural sex between a husband and wife in a valid marriage is not an offence under Section 377 IPC, regardless of consent, citing that marital rape is not recognized in Indian law.