Couple Attempts Suicide in Kerala; Man Kills Himself, Woman Survives
Shruti Mahapatra
A couple in Kerala attempted suicide together by checking into a hotel, but only the man followed through, taking his own life. The woman survived after backing out at the…
Kannada Actress Abhinaya Sentenced to 2 Years in Jail for Dowry Harassment
The Karnataka High Court has sentenced Kannada actress Abhinaya, her mother, and brother to jail terms for dowry harassment. This verdict overturns a previous acquittal by a fast-track court.
Heartbreaking Incident: Grandfather Jumps from Building After Being Denied Meeting with Grandson
In a tragic incident from Pune, Namdev Sarodia jumped from a building after being denied access to his grandson by his estranged daughter-in-law. Four years later, legal action has been…
Convicted Husband Cannot Claim Dowry Items, Rules Punjab and Haryana High Court
The Punjab and Haryana High Court ruled that a husband convicted of murdering his wife cannot claim ownership of dowry items received during marriage. The court emphasized the importance of…
Chhattisgarh High Court Awards Custody of Minor Girl to Mother, Citing Biological Changes
The Chhattisgarh High Court has awarded custody of a minor girl to her mother, citing the need for special care during puberty. The court emphasized that a father cannot adequately…
Haryana Minister Sandeep Singh Resigns from Sports Portfolio Amid Sexual Harassment Allegations
Haryana Sports Minister Sandeep Singh steps down from his portfolio amid sexual harassment allegations by a junior athletics coach. The Chandigarh police have registered a case, and the minister denies…
Punjab & Haryana High Court: Wife Can Seek Maintenance Under Section 125 CrPC Even After Alimony
The Punjab & Haryana High Court has ruled that a wife can seek maintenance under Section 125 CrPC even after receiving alimony if she cannot maintain herself or her children.
Unmarried Woman Throws Newborn from Window in Fear of Social Stigma, Charged with Murder
A 20-year-old unmarried woman in Delhi threw her newborn from a washroom window fearing social stigma. She has been charged with murder under IPC Sections 302 and 201.
Supreme Court Issues Notice on Plea Challenging Marital Rape Exception
The Supreme Court has issued a notice on a petition challenging the marital rape exception under IPC Section 375. The plea, brought by a women's rights activist, argues that the…
Man Dragged on Car Bonnet for 3 km by Woman in Bengaluru
A shocking road rage incident in Bengaluru saw a woman dragging a man on her SUV's bonnet for 3 km. Both individuals face multiple charges. Read more about the dramatic…