The Gauhati High Court has granted bail to Rajkanya Baruah, involved in a road accident that resulted in one death and seven injuries in Guwahati. The court found no risk of her influencing the trial, allowing her release on bail.
In a landmark ruling, the Rajasthan High Court allowed a married woman to live with her lover, emphasizing that an adult woman’s choices must be respected. The court dismissed a petition filed by her husband, affirming her right to decide.
In a tragic incident in Lucknow, a 30-year-old lawyer committed suicide, leaving behind a note blaming his wife and mother-in-law. The police are investigating the incident, with handwriting experts set to verify the note’s authenticity.
On International Women’s Day, CJI N.V. Ramana called for prioritizing women in panel advocate appointments to improve their visibility and address the gender imbalance in India’s legal profession.
The Calcutta High Court awarded custody of a 4-year-old girl to her biological father, citing his financial stability and the growing bond with his daughter, overturning a prior decision that placed the child in the care of her deceased mother’s friend.
In a significant ruling, a Delhi court awarded interim custody of two young children to their father, emphasizing that the welfare of the children must come before the personal choices of the mother.
The High Court has granted anticipatory bail to a husband accused of dowry harassment under Section 498A. The court acknowledged the ongoing marital disputes and imposed a bail bond requirement.
In a shocking January 2022 incident, a woman and her lover have been accused of killing her NRI husband’s parents and burning their bodies in Tanda village. The woman allegedly committed the crime due to a dispute over her extramarital affair.
The Kolkata High Court has ordered a husband to pay Rs 2 lakh per month as interim relief to his journalist wife, despite no domestic violence charges being proven. The court’s decision includes instructions for further case progress and evidence submission.
A Delhi court has ruled that a qualified woman should not rely on alimony alone and must seek employment. The court emphasized that financial independence is crucial, even if the woman has the capacity to earn.
