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Gross Misuse of Law Against Men: Delhi High Court Exposes Police Practice of Adding “Haath Mara” in All Women Assault FIRs
High Court Jan 6, 2026 0

Gross Misuse of Law Against Men: Delhi High Court Exposes Police Practice of Adding “Haath Mara” in All Women Assault FIRs

The Delhi High Court has strongly criticised police for routinely inserting the words “haath mara” in women’s assault FIRs without complainant approval. The Court called it a gross misuse of law and ordered police accountability to stop fabricated allegations. NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court has made strong and uncomfortable observations against routine police practices…

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False Rape Cases Don’t Just Destroy Men, It Leads To Unfortunate Doubts On Women Who Are Real Victims: Delhi High Court
High Court Jan 3, 2026 0

False Rape Cases Don’t Just Destroy Men, It Leads To Unfortunate Doubts On Women Who Are Real Victims: Delhi High Court

Delhi High Court warns that false sexual offence complaints harm not just the accused but also genuine women victims. Court says misuse of law creates public doubt and weakens justice for real survivors. NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court has made strong and important observations on the serious impact of false Rape Cases and false…

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False Rape Cases & Allegations Scars Men For Lifetime & Destroy Lives Beyond Repair: Delhi High Court
High Court Jan 2, 2026 0

False Rape Cases & Allegations Scars Men For Lifetime & Destroy Lives Beyond Repair: Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court ruled that false rape cases cause irreversible damage to the accused, including loss of reputation, liberty, and mental health, which cannot be undone by mere discharge. The Court directed recovery of interim victim compensation in cases where rape allegations are withdrawn or found false, warning against misuse of public funds and…

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Wife of a Murdered Husband Outshines Uncle in the ‘Closest Legal Heir Test’ under Section 2(wa) CrPC When She Chooses Not to Pursue the Case: Allahabad High Court
High Court Jan 2, 2026 0

Wife of a Murdered Husband Outshines Uncle in the ‘Closest Legal Heir Test’ under Section 2(wa) CrPC When She Chooses Not to Pursue the Case: Allahabad High Court

When the wife of a murdered man chooses not to pursue criminal proceedings, an uncle cannot claim “victim” status. The Allahabad High Court held that the closest legal heir’s decision brings legal finality and bars third-party intervention. PRAYAGRAJ: The Allahabad High Court clarified who can legally speak for a deceased victim in criminal proceedings. The…

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