No Bar on Quashing Criminal Proceedings Even After Filing of Charge Sheet: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court reaffirmed that there is no restriction on quashing criminal proceedings even after a charge sheet has been […]
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Supreme Court: Section 498A IPC and Domestic Violence Laws Among the Most Misused
A Bench led by Justice BR Gavai made the observation while hearing a matrimonial dispute concerning maintenance. On Wednesday, the
Supreme Court: Family Courts Hold an Advantage in Child Custody Cases Compared to High Courts
The Supreme Court noted that Civil or Family Courts handling child custody cases have a more advantageous position than High
Supreme Court: Estranged Indian Spouse Must Be Present to Process Foreigner’s OCI Application
The Court explained that the Visa Manual, 2021 mandated the presence of the Indian spouse for an interview by the
Supreme Court: Lawyers Shouldn’t Just Serve as Messengers for Their Clients
The Supreme Court of India criticized a lawyer representing the Maharashtra government in a land compensation case for submitting an
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
Supreme Court Overturns Bail Condition Requiring Husband to Meet All Physical and Financial Needs of Wife Under Section 498A IPC
The Supreme Court highlighted the importance of being careful when setting conditions for anticipatory bail, especially in cases related to
Inherent Powers Under Section 482 CrPC Do Not Grant Unlimited Jurisdiction; High Courts Cannot Review Facts in FIR: Jammu & Kashmir & Ladakh High Court
The Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court ruled that the inherent powers under Section 482 of the CrPC do
Supreme Court Rules Divorced Muslim Women Eligible for Maintenance under Section 125 CrPC
A bench of Justices BV Nagarathna and Justice Augustine George Masih pronounced separate but concurring judgments. The Supreme Court, in
Supreme Court: Divorce Permissible if Parties Do Not Cohabit for One Year Following Restitution of Conjugal Rights Decree
On July 8, 2024, the Supreme Court ruled that a divorce petition can be filed on the grounds of desertion
Madhya Pradesh High Court: Long-term Relationship Failures Do Not Justify Rape Allegations on Marriage Grounds
At a young age, a couple may believe that they are in love and their relationship will lead to marriage;
Supreme Court Expresses Distress Over Parents Using Child as a Pawn in Custody Dispute
“You both do not have any love for your child and are just fighting on the child’s expense,” the Court
Advocates Primarily Serve as Officers of the Court, Then Represent Their Clients: Supreme Court
In the Indian legal system, the concept of advocates serving as officers of the court is deeply ingrained and holds
Understanding the Sources of the Indian Constitution – A Comprehensive Legal Analysis
The Indian Constitution stands as a testament to the aspirations and struggles of a nation striving for independence and self-governance.
Decoding India’s Legal System: A Layman’s Guide to Courts and Judges
In the vast tapestry of India’s legal System, the hierarchy of judges stands as a cornerstone of justice, ensuring that
Supreme Court Calls for Parliamentary Amendments to Sections 85 and 86 of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita to Prevent Misuse of Section 498A IPC Before Implementation
While dismissing a criminal case initiated by a wife against her husband under Section 498A IPC, the Supreme Court has
Unlocking Legal Remedies: Understanding Execution Petitions under Indian Law
Have you ever wondered what happens after a court makes a decision in your favor? Getting a court judgment might
Supreme Court Rules Hindu Marriages Invalid Without Proper Ceremonies; Registration Alone Not Sufficient
In a recent judgment, the Supreme Court provided clarity on the legal prerequisites and significance of Hindu marriages as outlined
Transfer Petition in Supreme Court
Transfer Petition in Supreme Court can be filed in Civil and Criminal matters. When the matter is to be transferred
11 Supreme Court Guidelines to Speed Up Civil Case Trials
The Supreme Court of India has recently issued a comprehensive set of directives to address the long-standing issue of a
Why False Molestation cases is becoming a big problem in India
Molestation cases is defined under sec 354 of IPC as: “Whoever assaults or uses criminal force to any woman, intending