alimony
The Bombay High Court has ruled that women are entitled to maintenance under the Domestic Violence Act even after divorce. The court upheld an earlier order requiring a man to pay ₹6,000 per month to his ex-wife, emphasizing that the law protects women beyond marriage.
The Supreme Court of India has ruled that alimony cannot be imposed as a condition for granting bail in marital disputes, focusing on fair trial principles.
The Chhattisgarh High Court declared that false accusations under Section 498-A IPC against a husband and his family amount to mental cruelty. The court granted a divorce decree to the husband while ordering alimony to the wife.
The Supreme Court has encouraged a Bengaluru couple, both software engineers, to reconsider their decision to divorce, suggesting they give their marriage a second chance due to a lack of time devoted to their relationship.
The Delhi High Court has called for curbing false rape charges in matrimonial cases, highlighting concerns over allegations that are later settled, following a recent case involving a husband and his family.
In a rare case, a Pune family court has ordered a 78-year-old woman to pay Rs 25,000 per month as alimony to her 83-year-old husband. The couple, who have been married for 55 years, are seeking a divorce amid allegations of harassment and infidelity.
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.
A Delhi district court has ruled that a woman should seek employment instead of depending on alimony from her estranged husband. The decision underscores the importance of financial independence in divorce cases.
A Delhi court has ruled that an unemployed husband can still be required to pay maintenance to his wife. The court affirmed that losing a job does not relieve a husband of his duty to support his spouse, highlighting that he should still contribute financially.
The Bombay High Court has upheld a lower court’s decision requiring a woman to pay monthly alimony to her estranged husband. The court also instructed the headmaster of her school to deduct unpaid maintenance from her salary.
