Kerala has launched India’s first child-friendly Family Court, named “Swapnakoodu,” in Kozhikode. Designed to alleviate stress for children involved in family disputes, this court features dedicated spaces and artworks to create a supportive environment.
Justice DY Chandrachud expressed frustration over frequent adjournment requests in the Supreme Court, stating that it should not turn into a “Tarikh Pe Tarikh” court. He urged lawyers to respect the court’s time and avoid unnecessary delays.
The Supreme Court quashed an FIR lodged against a father for taking his son from the mother’s custody. The court emphasized the need to consider the child’s welfare in custody disputes and directed the father to provide financial support.
The Supreme Court has decided that a mother who remarries after her child’s biological father’s death can choose the child’s surname. This ruling overturns a previous Andhra Pradesh High Court order and emphasizes the importance of a child’s identity and self-esteem.
Justice S Ravindra Bhat of the Supreme Court calls for an equal division of domestic duties between men and women, highlighting the need for better gender representation in the judiciary and other professional fields.
The Supreme Court of India has declared that a woman cannot be treated as property and forced to live with her husband. The court rejected a man’s plea to compel his wife to return to him, upholding her rights.
The Supreme Court issued a notice on a husband’s petition accusing his wife of cheating by hiding her physiological condition. The husband claims his wife is not biologically female, citing undisclosed medical conditions, leading to a legal battle.
On International Women’s Day, CJI N.V. Ramana called for prioritizing women in panel advocate appointments to improve their visibility and address the gender imbalance in India’s legal profession.
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.
A husband has approached the Supreme Court accusing his wife of cheating by hiding her medical condition. He claims this deceit amounts to cheating under Indian law, leading to a legal dispute over their marriage.
