Ex-CJI Chandrachud said Indian law still does not allow a wife to complain of marital rape and admitted this was his biggest regret. He said the law must change, even as men continue to face criminal liability for other acts within marriage without equal legal clarity. RAJASTHAN: Former Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud has…
The J&K & Ladakh High Court has quashed a 498A and Dowry Act FIR, holding that cruelty allegations cannot be raised selectively after availing other matrimonial remedies. The Court found the case to be retaliatory and an abuse of criminal law. SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court delivered a judgment clarifying how…
The Karnataka High Court held that routine marital disagreements cannot be criminalised as cruelty under Section 498A IPC. The judgment quietly exposes how criminal law is often triggered first, facts examined later — at the cost of men’s liberty. Bengaluru: The Karnataka High Court at Bengaluru has delivered a strong judgment protecting individuals from misuse…
The Gujarat High Court has clearly ruled that once spouses agree to divorce terms, courts must enforce them fully. Delays and refusals in executing consent decrees only multiply injustice, especially for husbands trapped in endless litigation. Ahmedabad: The Gujarat High Court at Ahmedabad has delivered an important judgment clarifying that a mutual consent divorce settlement…
The Supreme Court showed humanitarian concern and urged a medical university to consider a young doctor’s apology after nine years of career stagnation over a minor exam violation. The Court held that further damage to his career would be excessive and unfair. Father Begging To Save Son’s Career:: In a deeply human moment inside the…
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