Bombay High Court Rejects Father’s Custody Plea Over Anger Issues
Shruti Mahapatra
The Bombay High Court has rejected a father's plea for custody of his 3-year-old daughter, citing his history of anger issues and abusive behavior. The court ruled that the child's…
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Bombay High Court Witnesses Drama as 11-Year-Old Refuses to Go with Father
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Bombay HC: Wife Cannot Stop Husband from Selling Flat If Alternative Housing is Provided
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