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Wife’s Education Not Enough To Deny Maintenance: Allahabad High Court Upholds ₹20,000 Per Month U/S 125 CrPC Despite Husband’s Irregular Income Plea
High Court Jul 01, 2026

Wife’s Education Not Enough To Deny Maintenance: Allahabad High Court Upholds ₹20,000 Per Month U/S 125 CrPC Despite Husband’s Irregular Income Plea

Can a husband deny maintenance because his wife is educated and capable of earning? Allahabad High Court said No. A qualified wife cannot be denied maintenance unless her sufficient independent income is proved. PRAYAGRAJ: The Allahabad High Court, through Justice Garima Prashad, dismissed a husband’s criminal revision and upheld the Family Court order directing him…
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Landmark Guidelines | Supreme Court Restricts Psychological Testing Of Children In Custody Battles, Says It Must Be An Absolute Necessity
Latest News Jun 11, 2026

Landmark Guidelines | Supreme Court Restricts Psychological Testing Of Children In Custody Battles, Says It Must Be An Absolute Necessity

The Supreme Court has directed courts to prioritise the child’s welfare by avoiding unnecessary psychological testing and carefully examining parental conduct first. NEW DELHI: In an important judgment aimed at protecting children involved in bitter custody disputes, the Supreme Court of India, comprising Justice Sanjay Karol and Justice N Kotiswar Singh, has laid down detailed…

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Wife Living Separately For 27 Years Due To Government Service Posting Cannot Be Called Desertion: Rajasthan High Court Refuses Divorce To Husband
High Court May 18, 2026

Wife Living Separately For 27 Years Due To Government Service Posting Cannot Be Called Desertion: Rajasthan High Court Refuses Divorce To Husband

Can decades of separation, failed mediation, and allegations of false cases still not be enough for a husband to get divorce? Rajasthan High Court held that even decades of separation and closure of criminal allegations are not enough if his “Nata marriage” is treated as the root cause, despite his claim of wife’s consent. JAIPUR:…

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Wife Running Clinic Without Husband’s Knowledge Not Mental Cruelty: Supreme Court Upholds Divorce But Removes Cruelty & Desertion Findings Against Wife
Latest News May 13, 2026

Wife Running Clinic Without Husband’s Knowledge Not Mental Cruelty: Supreme Court Upholds Divorce But Removes Cruelty & Desertion Findings Against Wife

When spouses stop emotionally functioning as a family, does the law still force continuation of marriage? The Supreme Court upheld divorce after marital breakdown, but removed cruelty and desertion findings against the wife. NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court of India, in judgment delivered by Justice Sandeep Mehta and Justice Vikram Nath, strongly criticised the approach…

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Wife’s MBA Degree, Prior Corporate Experience Not Enough To Deny Maintenance Under Section 125 CrPC: Allahabad High Court
High Court May 11, 2026

Wife’s MBA Degree, Prior Corporate Experience Not Enough To Deny Maintenance Under Section 125 CrPC: Allahabad High Court

Can A Husband Be Dragged Into Years Of Maintenance Litigation Even After A Marriage Lasting Barely One Month? The Allahabad High Court says Yes, holding that maintenance proceedings can continue even where the wife is highly qualified or previously employed. PRAYAGRAJ: The Allahabad High Court recently dealt with a long-running maintenance dispute between a husband…

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Landmark Guidelines | Supreme Court Restricts Psychological Testing Of Children In Custody Battles, Says It Must Be An Absolute Necessity
Latest News Jun 11, 2026 0

Landmark Guidelines | Supreme Court Restricts Psychological Testing Of Children In Custody Battles, Says It Must Be An Absolute Necessity

The Supreme Court has directed courts to prioritise the child’s welfare by avoiding unnecessary psychological testing and carefully examining parental conduct first. NEW DELHI: In an important judgment aimed at protecting children involved in bitter custody disputes, the Supreme Court of India, comprising Justice Sanjay Karol and Justice N Kotiswar Singh, has laid down detailed…

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Wife Living Separately For 27 Years Due To Government Service Posting Cannot Be Called Desertion: Rajasthan High Court Refuses Divorce To Husband
High Court May 18, 2026 0

Wife Living Separately For 27 Years Due To Government Service Posting Cannot Be Called Desertion: Rajasthan High Court Refuses Divorce To Husband

Can decades of separation, failed mediation, and allegations of false cases still not be enough for a husband to get divorce? Rajasthan High Court held that even decades of separation and closure of criminal allegations are not enough if his “Nata marriage” is treated as the root cause, despite his claim of wife’s consent. JAIPUR:…

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Wife Running Clinic Without Husband’s Knowledge Not Mental Cruelty: Supreme Court Upholds Divorce But Removes Cruelty & Desertion Findings Against Wife
Latest News May 13, 2026 0

Wife Running Clinic Without Husband’s Knowledge Not Mental Cruelty: Supreme Court Upholds Divorce But Removes Cruelty & Desertion Findings Against Wife

When spouses stop emotionally functioning as a family, does the law still force continuation of marriage? The Supreme Court upheld divorce after marital breakdown, but removed cruelty and desertion findings against the wife. NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court of India, in judgment delivered by Justice Sandeep Mehta and Justice Vikram Nath, strongly criticised the approach…

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Wife’s MBA Degree, Prior Corporate Experience Not Enough To Deny Maintenance Under Section 125 CrPC: Allahabad High Court
High Court May 11, 2026 0

Wife’s MBA Degree, Prior Corporate Experience Not Enough To Deny Maintenance Under Section 125 CrPC: Allahabad High Court

Can A Husband Be Dragged Into Years Of Maintenance Litigation Even After A Marriage Lasting Barely One Month? The Allahabad High Court says Yes, holding that maintenance proceedings can continue even where the wife is highly qualified or previously employed. PRAYAGRAJ: The Allahabad High Court recently dealt with a long-running maintenance dispute between a husband…

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