Kerala High Court: Police Can Probe Section 23 POCSO Act Case Without Magistrate’s Approval
A Division Bench of the Supreme Court had delivered a split opinion on this issue in 2022. Section 23 of […]
Legal Remedies for False Allegations in Matrimonial Disputes
False allegations in matrimonial disputes—such as domestic violence, dowry harassment, or sexual offences—can have a severe impact on the accused’s
Rajasthan High Court Refers Question of Protection Orders for Married Individuals in Live-In Relationships to Larger Bench
The Rajasthan High Court’s Jaipur bench recently referred a critical legal question to a larger bench regarding the rights of
Kerala High Court Ruling: Can a Wife with a Temporary Job Still Claim Maintenance?
The Kerala High Court recently delivered an important judgment regarding the entitlement of a wife with a temporary job to
Supreme Court: Husband Deemed Legal Father of Child Despite Wife’s Adultery
The Court also held that when there is evidence to presume legitimacy, courts cannot order a DNA test to determine
Mutual Incompatibility Not Sufficient Grounds to Dissolve Hindu Marriage Within One Year Unless ‘Exceptional Hardship’ is Demonstrated
The Allahabad High Court has ruled that a Hindu marriage cannot be dissolved within one year on the grounds of
What is Section 41A of the CrPC, and how does it help in combating false accusations?
The Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC) is the procedural law governing criminal trials in India, with numerous provisions designed to ensure
Supreme Court: Police Should Avoid Serving Section 41A CrPC/ (Section 35 of the BNSS) Notices via WhatsApp or Electronic Means
The Supreme Court has instructed that notices for appearance issued to accused or suspects under Section 41A of the Code
Supreme Court: Mere Use of Filthy Language Insufficient to Constitute Offence of Outraging Woman’s Modesty
The Court said there must be references to specific words used, contextual details or any gestures that could demonstrate a
Divorce as a Growing Industry in India: A Societal Concern
In recent years, the increasing prevalence of divorce in India has emerged as a significant societal concern. Traditionally, marriage in
Fake Lawyers Concern: Supreme Court Urges Expedited Advocate Verification, Requests BCI Report Within 8 Weeks
On Thursday (January 24), the Supreme Court raised significant concerns about the prolonged delays in verifying advocates’ law degrees and
Delhi High Court: Men Also Deserve Equal Protection from Cruelty and Violence as Women
The Delhi High Court has affirmed that men are deserve equal protection from cruelty and violence, just as women are.
Punjab and Haryana High Court Directs Reinstatement of Husband-Judge Dismissed Following Wife-Judge’s Complaint
In 2009, a complaint had been made against the judicial officer by his wife, who was also a judge. The
Section 498A Case Against Husband’s Relatives Requires Proper Evaluation Before Dismissal
The Court said that while sweeping allegations against the husband’s in-laws will not stand, such allegations must be examined on
Section 498A IPC Frequently Misused Against Husbands and Their Families to Fulfill Unreasonable Demands by Wives
The Supreme Court, on December 10, quashed a Section 498A IPC (cruelty) case filed against a husband and his in-laws,
Counter Cases Against Wife
In matrimonial litigation, filing counter cases from the boy’s side can be an essential strategy to protect his rights and
Refusal to Marry After Relationship Breakup Not Grounds for Abetment of Suicide Charge Against Man: Bombay High Court
The Nagpur bench of the Bombay High Court ruled on Wednesday that a man cannot be charged with abetment of
Kerala High Court Rules Relief Under Domestic Violence Act Cannot Be Granted After Divorce
The court ruled that a woman cannot request reinstatement or alternative accommodation under the Domestic Violence Act following a divorce.
Supreme Court: Bail in Marital Disputes Should Not Be Linked to Maintenance Payment
In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court of India ruled that bail in marital disputes should not be contingent on
Postpartum Depression in Men: Understanding the Silent Struggle
While postpartum depression (PPD) is often associated with women following childbirth, research has increasingly shown that men can also experience
Main Causes of Rising Divorce Rates in India?: A Societal Concern
In recent years, Rising divorce rates in India has emerged as a significant societal concern. Traditionally, marriage in India has