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Woman Cannot Conceal Her Income In Maintenance Proceedings: Rajasthan High Court Allows Husband To Call For Wife’s Employment Records Under Section 94 BNSS
High Court Apr 15, 2026 0

Woman Cannot Conceal Her Income In Maintenance Proceedings: Rajasthan High Court Allows Husband To Call For Wife’s Employment Records Under Section 94 BNSS

Can a wife hide her income and still expect the court to decide the maintenance case without verifying her true financial status? The Rajasthan High Court held that both parties must disclose income, and under Section 94 BNSS, courts can summon employment records to prevent concealment and ensure a fair decision. JODHPUR: The Rajasthan High…

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Wife’s Acceptance of Full and Final Settlement Does Not Waive Her Future Maintenance Rights; Punjab & Haryana High Court Holds Compromise No Bar to Claim Under Section 125 CrPC
High Court Apr 15, 2026 0

Wife’s Acceptance of Full and Final Settlement Does Not Waive Her Future Maintenance Rights; Punjab & Haryana High Court Holds Compromise No Bar to Claim Under Section 125 CrPC

The Punjab and Haryana High Court held that the wife’s waiver of future maintenance claim is against public policy and not enforceable. When a written settlement agreement doesn’t protect a husband, what security does a man really have? CHANDIGARH: The Punjab and Haryana High Court, through Justice Shalini Singh Nagpal, has delivered an important ruling…

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Interim Maintenance Must Be Computed From Date Of Application, Not Separation: Delhi High Court Sets Strict Rule
High Court Apr 15, 2026 0

Interim Maintenance Must Be Computed From Date Of Application, Not Separation: Delhi High Court Sets Strict Rule

Can interim maintenance be counted from separation date instead of case filing? Delhi HC answers clearly—but does this ignore financial strain on husbands? NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court has clarified an important legal point on interim maintenance under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005. The Court stated that interim maintenance must…

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Spouse Cannot Back Out of Mutual Divorce After Full Settlement Agreement: Supreme Court Slams Wife’s U-Turn After Crores Exchange
Latest News Apr 14, 2026 0

Spouse Cannot Back Out of Mutual Divorce After Full Settlement Agreement: Supreme Court Slams Wife’s U-Turn After Crores Exchange

A court-approved settlement involving crores was fully acted upon—then suddenly challenged. What followed exposes how legal processes can be stretched beyond fairness, raising serious concerns about misuse. NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court of India, in a judgment delivered by Hon’ble Mr. Justice Vijay Bishnoi and Hon’ble Mr. Justice Rajesh Bindal, highlighted how legal processes can…

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