Bengaluru Woman Kills Mother, Takes Body to Police Station in Suitcase
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Kerala High Court: A Mother’s Morality in Society May Differ from Her Role in a Child’s Welfare
The Kerala High Court ruled that a mother’s societal morality does not necessarily impact her ability to provide for her child’s welfare, granting shared custody in a case where the family court had favored the father.
Married Woman Cannot Claim Cheating Based on Broken Promise of Marriage: Karnataka High Court
The Karnataka High Court dismissed an FIR filed by a married woman who claimed she was cheated by a man for breaking his promise of marriage. The court ruled that since she was already married, no such promise could be legally upheld.
Karnataka Woman and Relatives Extort Techie of Rs 21 Lakh After Breakup
A software engineer from Karnataka was extorted of Rs 21 lakh and valuables by his ex-girlfriend and her relatives after their breakup. The incident occurred at a Nandi Hills resort, leading to the arrest of Bhavana Reddy and her accomplices.
22-Year-Old Boy Gang-Raped by Four Men in Faridabad, Family Demands Justice
In a disturbing incident in Faridabad, a 22-year-old boy was allegedly gang-raped by four men, including his friend, in an OYO hotel. The victim’s family is demanding a proper investigation and justice.
Bombay High Court Declines to Make IPC Section 498A a Compoundable Offense
The Bombay High Court ruled that Section 498A of IPC, which deals with cruelty to wives, cannot be made a compoundable offense, emphasizing that this issue is for the legislature to address.
Kerala High Court: Live-in Relationships Not Recognized as Marriage, Divorce Cannot Be Sought
The Kerala High Court has ruled that live-in relationships are not legally recognized as marriages. Couples living together through an agreement cannot seek divorce under the Special Marriage Act if their union is not legally formalized.
Court Denies Maintenance to 36-Year-Old Woman Earning More Than Estranged Husband
A court refused to grant maintenance to a 36-year-old woman earning more than her estranged husband. However, the court ordered the husband to pay child maintenance, despite his denial of paternity.
Delhi High Court Flags Misuse of Section 498A, Grants Relief to Sub-Inspector Applicant
The Delhi High Court raised concerns over the growing misuse of Section 498A in matrimonial disputes, where all relatives of the husband are often implicated. The Court granted relief to a man whose police appointment was delayed due to being named in a dowry harassment case.
Orissa High Court Quashes Section 498A Case, Cites Misuse to Pressure Husband’s Family
The Orissa High Court quashed a Section 498A case, acknowledging the frequent misuse of dowry harassment laws to pressure husbands’ families and urging caution in distinguishing genuine cases from false accusations.