Youth Dies by Suicide Due to In-Law Harassment in Patiala
A 24-year-old man in Patiala ended his life after enduring constant harassment from his in-laws, who demanded ₹70 lakh for divorce. The tragic case has led to a police investigation.
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Telangana Bride Cancels Wedding Over Dowry Dispute
A bride in Telangana cancelled her wedding at the last minute after demanding more dowry from the groom’s family. The families resolved the issue without legal action, and the wedding was called off.
Jharkhand High Court Rules: Withholding Medical Aid to Enforce Dowry is Cruelty Under Section 498A IPC
The Jharkhand High Court has ruled that refusing medical treatment to a wife to enforce dowry demands is an act of cruelty under Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code. The court upheld the conviction of Sanjay Kumar Rai, who was found guilty of subjecting his wife to cruelty in this manner.
Telangana Bride Cancels Wedding Over Dowry Dispute
A bride in Telangana canceled her wedding last minute, demanding more dowry from the groom’s family. Learn how the situation unfolded and was eventually resolved.
Karnataka High Court: Lack of Physical Relationship After Marriage Is Not Cruelty Under IPC 498A
The Karnataka High Court ruled that not having a physical relationship after marriage doesn’t count as cruelty under IPC 498A but can be grounds for divorce under the Hindu Marriage Act due to non-consummation of the marriage.
Kerala High Court Rules Trivial Disputes Aren’t Dowry Harassment Under Section 498A IPC
The Kerala High Court has clarified that trivial marital disputes do not amount to dowry harassment or cruelty under Section 498A IPC. The court emphasized that a demand for dowry must be accompanied by cruelty to constitute an offense.
Jharkhand HC: Not Providing Medical Aid to Wife for Dowry is Cruelty Under Section 498A IPC
The Jharkhand High Court has ruled that failing to provide medical aid to a wife to enforce dowry demands constitutes cruelty under Section 498A IPC. This ruling underscores the severe legal consequences of dowry-related abuse.