43-Year-Old Man Appeals to PMO Against False Rape Charges by Ex-Partner
A 43-year-old businessman, falsely accused of rape by his partner, writes to the PMO questioning the misuse of laws and highlights his battle for justice over six years.
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No Arrests for 2 Months After FIR in Section 498A Cases: Allahabad High Court Issues Safeguards
The Allahabad High Court introduced a two-month cooling-off period for FIRs under Section 498A to prevent misuse. Read how these safeguards protect families from false allegations.
False Rape Case: Madhya Pradesh High Court Orders Refund of Compensation
The Madhya Pradesh High Court ruled that compensation paid to a woman in a false rape case must be refunded. The court observed that false allegations waste resources and burden taxpayers, granting bail to the accused.
Kerala HC Quashes POCSO Case Filed by Wife Against Husband, Cites Misuse of Law
The Kerala High Court recently quashed a POCSO case filed by a wife against her husband, emphasizing the misuse of the Act for personal vendetta. The court highlighted the lack of evidence and delay in filing the FIR, concluding that the case was unsustainable.
Woman Fined ₹20,000 for False Rape Allegation Against Husband
A special Pocso court fined a woman ₹20,000 for falsely accusing her husband of raping her minor sister. The court dismissed the case after finding the allegations baseless.
Wife’s Attempts to Ruin Husband’s Career Is Grounds for Divorce: Punjab and Haryana High Court
The Punjab and Haryana High Court ruled that a wife’s deliberate attempts to harm her husband’s career and reputation amount to mental cruelty, providing grounds for divorce.
Supreme Court Allows Brother-in-Law Accused in 498A Case to Travel Abroad
The Supreme Court ruled that a person cannot be denied the right to travel abroad simply because they are accused in a 498A IPC complaint. The judgment protects personal liberty and requires substantial evidence for imposing restrictions.
Supreme Court Highlights Misuse of Section 498A in Matrimonial Disputes
The Supreme Court criticized the misuse of Section 498A IPC, stating that general allegations in matrimonial disputes can lead to legal abuse. The judgment highlights the need for responsible application of the law.
Allahabad High Court Grants Bail to Gang-Rape Accused Due to Lack of Medical Examination
The Allahabad High Court granted bail to two brothers accused of gang-rape, citing the complainant’s refusal to undergo a medical examination to support her allegations. The court highlighted the importance of medical evidence in such serious cases.
Man Falsely Accused of Rape Spends 7 Years in Jail, Acquitted in 2016
An engineering student in Chennai spent seven years in jail after being falsely accused of rape. He was acquitted in 2016, and the court awarded him Rs 15 lakhs in compensation for the wrongful accusation.