The Gujarat High Court has ruled that a woman can file a cruelty case under Section 498A of the IPC even after divorce, but only for incidents that occurred while the marriage was still valid. The court quashed an FIR for lack of evidence showing harassment during the marriage.
The Delhi High Court has called for curbing false rape charges in matrimonial cases, highlighting concerns over allegations that are later settled, following a recent case involving a husband and his family.
The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under Section 377 IPC after the husband paid ₹74 lakhs to settle all disputes with his wife. The court highlighted the importance of letting both parties move forward with their lives.
The Delhi High Court quashed a rape FIR against a father-in-law, emphasizing the importance of settlements in matrimonial disputes. The complainant confirmed the agreement was made freely, without coercion, paving the way for a brighter future.
The Karnataka High Court has quashed a false dowry case filed by a daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law, citing lack of evidence and misuse of legal process. Read on to understand the court’s decision and its implications.
The MP High Court highlights the legal disparity between breach of promise and false promise of marriage, as it quashes criminal proceedings against a man accused of the latter.
Delhi High Court quashes a controversial love marriage case, emphasizing individual choices and societal implications. Justice Sharma’s ruling explores the broader role of the court in balancing legal constraints and real justice.
The petitioners argued that a valid marriage occurred through the exchange of garlands (Varmala) and applying vermilion (Sindoor). However, the court observed that no legal provision acknowledged marriage by exchanging garlands.
