The Madhya Pradesh High Court revised its October 18 judgment, removing a controversial remark about a rape convict being “kind enough” to leave the survivor alive while maintaining its decision to reduce the sentence to 20 years.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has denied bail to a differently-abled man accused of rape after refusing to marry the victim, citing caste differences. The court emphasized the need to uphold justice and protect the vulnerable witness.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court quashed a rape case filed after 18 years by a ‘second wife,’ citing false allegations and an attempt to pressure the accused for financial benefits.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has expressed concern over the rise in sexual offences linked to live-in relationships, citing their impact on societal values and individual behavior.
The Supreme Court rejected a married daughter’s claim for compassionate appointment, ruling that under Madhya Pradesh’s rules, the surviving spouse must nominate a child for the job.
A husband has moved the Supreme Court, accusing his wife and her father of concealing a medical condition before marriage, amounting to cheating under Section 420 IPC. The petition challenges the High Court’s earlier dismissal of the case.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has ordered an inquiry into a woman who allegedly filed a false rape case, highlighting the misuse of legal provisions and urging action against the complainant.
A lawyer lost his District Judge post after a 498-A case was filed by his wife. Even though he was acquitted, the Supreme Court denied his appeal for relief, upholding the disqualification decision.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court ruled that Section 125 CrPC is not meant to create a dependent class of people awaiting financial support from their spouses. In a recent case, the court reduced the maintenance amount after considering the wife’s qualifications and earning potential.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court fined a woman ₹1 lakh for misusing the legal process by continuing a case against her ex-husband even after a mutual divorce and settlement. The court found the charges baseless and driven by ulterior motives.
