The Bombay High Court ruled that a husband’s relatives cannot be prosecuted under Section 498A IPC merely for advising the wife to endure his abusive behavior, highlighting the need for legal reform in such cases.
The Delhi High Court raised concerns over the growing misuse of Section 498A in matrimonial disputes, where all relatives of the husband are often implicated. The Court granted relief to a man whose police appointment was delayed due to being named in a dowry harassment case.
The Bombay High Court has refused to quash an FIR filed against a disabled man accused of molesting a woman, instructing the trial court to proceed with the case impartially.
A Mumbai woman has been accused of posting explicit photos of her ex-partner on his 14-year-old daughter’s school website. The court denied her anticipatory bail, highlighting the potential emotional impact on the child.
In Prayagraj, a man has been booked for abandoning his lover after they had planned to die together in the Yamuna River. The woman, who managed to swim to safety, filed an FIR against him for attempted murder.
The Supreme Court has granted protection to Paras, a man accused of rape and blackmail by his ex-wife. The court noted significant delays in filing the FIR and potential harassment. Paras sought relief from the court, which has issued a notice for his anticipatory bail request.
The Allahabad High Court has ruled that no arrests or coercive actions should be taken for two months after an FIR is registered under Section 498A of the IPC. This decision aims to prevent the misuse of the law and allows time for mediation through Family Welfare Committees.
The Bombay High Court has refused to quash an FIR against a disabled person accused of molesting and intimidating a woman, emphasizing the need for a thorough trial.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has ruled that casual mentions of family members in 498A dowry cases do not justify legal action without proof of their active involvement. Discover the details of this significant judgment.
Mumbai-based CA Chirag Varaiya was found dead by suicide at an Igatpuri resort. Authorities believe stress from a recent legal case contributed to his tragic decision.
