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Domestic Violence Act | No Formal Marriage Proof Required; Bombay High Court Refuses Husband’s Plea Against Maintenance Enhancement
High Court Mar 02, 2026

Domestic Violence Act | No Formal Marriage Proof Required; Bombay High Court Refuses Husband’s Plea Against Maintenance Enhancement

Does “Domestic Relationship” Under Section 2(f) Ensure an Efficacious Maintenance Remedy Without Formal Marriage? Bombay High Court held that maintenance can be granted even without formal proof of marriage, as cohabitation alone may create financial liability for husbands. AURANGABAD: In a judgment delivered on 16 February 2026, Justice Abhay S. Waghwase of the Bombay High…
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498A Misuse Exposed | Orissa High Court Quashes Case Against Innocent In-Laws, Says Trial Against Them Would Be “Sheer Harassment”
High Court Feb 16, 2026

498A Misuse Exposed | Orissa High Court Quashes Case Against Innocent In-Laws, Says Trial Against Them Would Be “Sheer Harassment”

The Orissa High Court has quashed dowry harassment proceedings against the husband’s parents and sister, calling the allegations vague and unsupported. However, the husband will still face trial, even as the Court flagged concerns about misuse and over-implication in matrimonial disputes. 498A Misuse By Wife: The High Court of Orissa presided over by Dr. Justice…

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Domestic Violence Act Cannot Be Misused By Woman To Re-Enter Abandoned Matrimonial Home: Delhi High Court Rejects Wife’s Plea
High Court Feb 11, 2026

Domestic Violence Act Cannot Be Misused By Woman To Re-Enter Abandoned Matrimonial Home: Delhi High Court Rejects Wife’s Plea

The Delhi High Court held that the Domestic Violence Act cannot be used to forcibly reclaim a previously vacated matrimonial home when suitable alternate accommodation is available. The Court emphasised that Section 19 relief is discretionary and cannot disturb the settled possession of current occupants. NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court, through Justice Ravinder Dudeja,…

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Interim Maintenance Continues Despite Adultery Claims, But Wife Must Refund Amount If Allegations Are Proved: Delhi High Court Cites Domestic Violence Act
High Court Feb 6, 2026

Interim Maintenance Continues Despite Adultery Claims, But Wife Must Refund Amount If Allegations Are Proved: Delhi High Court Cites Domestic Violence Act

The Delhi High Court has ruled that unproven adultery allegations cannot stop interim maintenance under the Domestic Violence Act. However, if adultery is later proved in trial, the wife must return the entire maintenance amount with interest. New Delhi: Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma of the Delhi High Court delivered a significant judgment that directly affects…

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Mother Loses Child Custody After Child Alienation, Misuse of Law and Disobeying Court Orders: Delhi High Court Restores Father’s Role in Children’s Lives
High Court Jan 27, 2026

Mother Loses Child Custody After Child Alienation, Misuse of Law and Disobeying Court Orders: Delhi High Court Restores Father’s Role in Children’s Lives

The Delhi High Court held that a mother responsible for child alienation, misuse of law through false cases, and disobeying court orders cannot retain child custody. The Court restored the father’s role in the children’s lives, ruling that instability and manipulation harm children more than any gender or financial claim. The ruling reinforces balanced parenting,…

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498A Misuse Exposed | Orissa High Court Quashes Case Against Innocent In-Laws, Says Trial Against Them Would Be “Sheer Harassment”
High Court Feb 16, 2026 0

498A Misuse Exposed | Orissa High Court Quashes Case Against Innocent In-Laws, Says Trial Against Them Would Be “Sheer Harassment”

The Orissa High Court has quashed dowry harassment proceedings against the husband’s parents and sister, calling the allegations vague and unsupported. However, the husband will still face trial, even as the Court flagged concerns about misuse and over-implication in matrimonial disputes. 498A Misuse By Wife: The High Court of Orissa presided over by Dr. Justice…

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Domestic Violence Act Cannot Be Misused By Woman To Re-Enter Abandoned Matrimonial Home: Delhi High Court Rejects Wife’s Plea
High Court Feb 11, 2026 0

Domestic Violence Act Cannot Be Misused By Woman To Re-Enter Abandoned Matrimonial Home: Delhi High Court Rejects Wife’s Plea

The Delhi High Court held that the Domestic Violence Act cannot be used to forcibly reclaim a previously vacated matrimonial home when suitable alternate accommodation is available. The Court emphasised that Section 19 relief is discretionary and cannot disturb the settled possession of current occupants. NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court, through Justice Ravinder Dudeja,…

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Interim Maintenance Continues Despite Adultery Claims, But Wife Must Refund Amount If Allegations Are Proved: Delhi High Court Cites Domestic Violence Act
High Court Feb 6, 2026 0

Interim Maintenance Continues Despite Adultery Claims, But Wife Must Refund Amount If Allegations Are Proved: Delhi High Court Cites Domestic Violence Act

The Delhi High Court has ruled that unproven adultery allegations cannot stop interim maintenance under the Domestic Violence Act. However, if adultery is later proved in trial, the wife must return the entire maintenance amount with interest. New Delhi: Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma of the Delhi High Court delivered a significant judgment that directly affects…

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Mother Loses Child Custody After Child Alienation, Misuse of Law and Disobeying Court Orders: Delhi High Court Restores Father’s Role in Children’s Lives
High Court Jan 27, 2026 0

Mother Loses Child Custody After Child Alienation, Misuse of Law and Disobeying Court Orders: Delhi High Court Restores Father’s Role in Children’s Lives

The Delhi High Court held that a mother responsible for child alienation, misuse of law through false cases, and disobeying court orders cannot retain child custody. The Court restored the father’s role in the children’s lives, ruling that instability and manipulation harm children more than any gender or financial claim. The ruling reinforces balanced parenting,…

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