Urban Divorce in India: Understanding the Financial Impact
As urban divorce rates rise across India, the emotional challenges of separation are increasingly linked to significant financial consequences. A […]
Delhi High Court: Financially Independent Spouse Not Entitled to Alimony
Permanent alimony is intended as a measure of social justice and not as a tool for enrichment or equalising the
Supreme Court Rejects ₹12 Crore Alimony Plea
The Court invoked its powers under Article 142 of the Constitution to end the marriage, holding that the relationship had
Grounds for Denial of Interim Maintenance and Alimony under Indian Law
In India, the law provides protective measures for spouses, particularly women, through provisions like Section 125 of the Criminal Procedure
Spouse in a void marriage under the Hindu Marriage Act is eligible for permanent alimony/maintenance: Supreme Court
The Court held that whether such relief of permanent alimony can be granted depends on the facts of each case
Well-qualified, capable women shouldn’t seek high alimony, says Orissa High Court
In the above case, the wife had filed an application in the Family Court for grant of maintenance to her
Ex-Husband Not Obligated to Maintain Ex-Wife at Current Lifestyle Indefinitely; Alimony Shouldn’t Equalize Wealth: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court has clarified that a divorced wife cannot claim permanent alimony solely to achieve an equal wealth status
Supreme Court outlines 8 key factors for determining alimony amid Bengaluru techie case debate
The Supreme Court’s order comes amidst the ongoing controversy over the death of a Bengaluru-based techie, who accused his wife
Pune Family Court Denies Wife’s Request for Interim Alimony Based on Earnings
A Pune family court recently dismissed a 46-year-old woman’s request for interim alimony based on earnings, citing her stable income
Hindu Marriage Act (HMA), 1955: An In-Depth Analysis
The Hindu Marriage Act of 1955 is a cornerstone of Indian family law governing marriage, divorce, alimony, and remarriage among Hindus.
Supreme Court to consider granting alimony in cases of annulled marriages
Taking note of the series of conflicting judgments on the said issue, a Division Bench of Justice Vikram Nath and
Courts Should Not Look At Pay Package Of Parties Alone To Determine Amount Of Alimony: Allahabad HC
The Allahabad High Court ruled that courts should not rely solely on the pay packages of the parties when determining
Punjab and Haryana High Court Fines Woman ₹50,000 for ‘Vengeful Actions’ Against Ex-Husband
The woman had moved courts in different states alleging that the man had cheated her by obtaining the decree of
SC Grants Divorce Decree After Wife Reneges on Settlement and Ignores Mediation Agreement Terms
“The wife took advantage of the settlement executed before the Mediator and managed to get the matrimonial case instituted by
Legal Action for Husbands When Wife Refuse to Settle
Marriage is a complex legal institution, and when faced with a situation where a wife refuse to settle, husbands can
What are the legal consequences for non-payment of alimony in India?
Summary: Is there a legal provision in India for imposing penalties on individuals who fail to fulfill their alimony obligations?