Allahabad HC: Cruelty Case Quashed, Court Cites Sexual Incompatibility
The Allahabad High Court dismissed a cruelty case against a husband, observing that the dispute with his wife was due to sexual incompatibility, not dowry harassment or cruelty.
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Allahabad High Court Grants Relief to Sisters-in-Law in 498A Dowry Case
The Allahabad High Court has granted relief to two sisters-in-law accused in a dowry harassment case under Section 498A IPC. The court ruled that they were falsely implicated, as they were already married and living away during the alleged incidents.
No Physical Relationship After Marriage Not Cruelty Under IPC 498A: Karnataka High Court
The Karnataka High Court ruled that lack of physical intimacy after marriage is not considered cruelty under IPC Section 498A, though it is grounds for annulment under the Hindu Marriage Act due to non-consummation.
Mental Cruelty Possible Even If In-Laws Live Separately: Bombay High Court on Section 498A IPC
The Bombay High Court ruled that mental cruelty under Section 498A IPC can happen even when in-laws live separately. The court dismissed an attempt by the husband’s relatives to cancel a dowry and cruelty case.
Supreme Court Cancels ₹10 Lakh Bail Condition Imposed on Husband by Jharkhand High Court in 498A Case
The Supreme Court ruled that asking a husband to deposit ₹10 lakhs as a condition for anticipatory bail in a 498A case is not justified. The Court set aside the Jharkhand High Court’s earlier order.
Karnataka High Court Acquits US-Based Doctor and Mother Over Vague Allegations by Wife
The Karnataka High Court acquitted a US-based doctor and his mother in a dowry harassment case, stating the wife’s complaints were vague and exaggerated minor family issues.
Karnataka High Court: Telling Wife to Study Further or Work Is Not Cruelty
The Karnataka High Court ruled that a husband suggesting his wife to pursue higher education and find a job cannot be considered cruelty, especially when the couple had previously agreed on it.
False Allegations Against Husband’s Relatives in Dowry Cases Misuse Law: Telangana High Court
The Telangana High Court ruled that making general and false accusations against a husband’s relatives in dowry-related cases misuses the law and wastes court time.
Adopted Daughter Murders Parents with Lover for Property in Uttar Pradesh
In a shocking case from Uttar Pradesh, an adopted daughter killed her parents with the help of her lover to gain full control of their property. The couple had adopted her 24 years ago.
Karnataka High Court Dismisses Dowry Case Against Man and His 80-Year-Old Grandmother
The Karnataka High Court has dismissed dowry harassment charges against Mohammed Shameer and his bedridden 80-year-old grandmother, calling it a misuse of legal process due to lack of proper evidence.