interim alimony Archives

Punjab and Haryana High Court Upholds Divorce for Man After Wife Refuses to Live with His Elderly Mother

Shruti Mahapatra2 weeks ago2 weeks ago05 mins

The Punjab and Haryana High Court upheld a man’s divorce after his wife refused to live with his elderly mother and sister-in-law with mental health issues. The court ruled that her actions amounted to cruelty and granted the husband interim alimony, allowing the wife to claim permanent alimony later.

Karnataka High Court Clarifies Alimony Is for Financial Security, Not Punishment

Shruti Mahapatra4 weeks ago1 month ago04 mins

The Karnataka High Court reaffirmed that alimony is meant to ensure financial security for the dependent spouse after a failed marriage, not as punishment. The court upheld the responsibility of the husband to provide financial support.