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Teacher’s Disciplinary Actions Cannot Be Converted Into Crime Under POCSO Act: Madras High Court Quashes FIR, Says Exaggerated Allegations Can Damage Educational Institutions
High Court May 11, 2026

Teacher’s Disciplinary Actions Cannot Be Converted Into Crime Under POCSO Act: Madras High Court Quashes FIR, Says Exaggerated Allegations Can Damage Educational Institutions

Can strict child protection laws be misused over ordinary classroom disciplinary actions? Madras High Court says no, quashes FIR against teacher, and holds “sexual intent” is essential for offences under POCSO Act. CHENNAI: The Madras High Court, through Justice L. Victoria Gowri, quashed criminal proceedings against a Tamil teacher who had been accused under the…
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Consensual Sex Cannot Be Converted Into Rape Case: Punjab & Haryana High Court Sets Aside FIR, Terms Adulterous Conduct as Promiscuity, Not Criminal Offence
High Court Apr 2, 2026

Consensual Sex Cannot Be Converted Into Rape Case: Punjab & Haryana High Court Sets Aside FIR, Terms Adulterous Conduct as Promiscuity, Not Criminal Offence

The Punjab & Haryana High Court highlighted that a prolonged relationship without immediate complaint raises serious doubts about allegations of lack of consent. When both parties are educated adults, can continued participation in a relationship still be treated as lack of consent later? CHANDIGARH: The Punjab & Haryana High Court, presided over by Justice N.S….

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Live-In Relationship With Another Woman Not Bigamy As It Is ≠ 2nd Marriage: Karnataka High Court Quashes Wife’s Case Against 73-Year-Old Husband
High Court Mar 17, 2026

Live-In Relationship With Another Woman Not Bigamy As It Is ≠ 2nd Marriage: Karnataka High Court Quashes Wife’s Case Against 73-Year-Old Husband

Can a live-in relationship be called bigamy under law? Karnataka High Court gives a clear answer that may surprise many. What happens when allegations are made without proof of marriage? Read how the court protected legal boundaries. BENGALURU: The Karnataka High Court has quashed a criminal case filed by a wife against her 73-year-old husband,…

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Educated Woman Police Officer Could Not Continue 13-Year Relationship Without Consent: MP High Court Quashes FIR Against Army Officer
High Court Mar 16, 2026

Educated Woman Police Officer Could Not Continue 13-Year Relationship Without Consent: MP High Court Quashes FIR Against Army Officer

Can a 13-year relationship later be called deception after both adults knew the facts? Madhya Pradesh High Court quashed the FIR against an Army officer, raising important observations on consent and long-term relationships. NEW DELHI: The Madhya Pradesh High Court quashed an FIR filed against an Army officer who had been accused of engaging in…

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498A Targets Only Grave Cruelty, Not Incompatibility Or Imperfect Marriages: Karnataka High Court Quashes Case Against Husband And In-Laws
High Court Mar 14, 2026

498A Targets Only Grave Cruelty, Not Incompatibility Or Imperfect Marriages: Karnataka High Court Quashes Case Against Husband And In-Laws

Can normal marriage disagreements be treated as criminal cruelty under Section 498A? Karnataka High Court says NO – strong remarks expose how ordinary disputes can turn into criminal cases. BENGALURU: The Karnataka High Court has clarified an important point regarding Section 498A of the IPC, stating that the law is meant only for serious cases…

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Consensual Sex Cannot Be Converted Into Rape Case: Punjab & Haryana High Court Sets Aside FIR, Terms Adulterous Conduct as Promiscuity, Not Criminal Offence
High Court Apr 2, 2026 0

Consensual Sex Cannot Be Converted Into Rape Case: Punjab & Haryana High Court Sets Aside FIR, Terms Adulterous Conduct as Promiscuity, Not Criminal Offence

The Punjab & Haryana High Court highlighted that a prolonged relationship without immediate complaint raises serious doubts about allegations of lack of consent. When both parties are educated adults, can continued participation in a relationship still be treated as lack of consent later? CHANDIGARH: The Punjab & Haryana High Court, presided over by Justice N.S….

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Live-In Relationship With Another Woman Not Bigamy As It Is ≠ 2nd Marriage: Karnataka High Court Quashes Wife’s Case Against 73-Year-Old Husband
High Court Mar 17, 2026 0

Live-In Relationship With Another Woman Not Bigamy As It Is ≠ 2nd Marriage: Karnataka High Court Quashes Wife’s Case Against 73-Year-Old Husband

Can a live-in relationship be called bigamy under law? Karnataka High Court gives a clear answer that may surprise many. What happens when allegations are made without proof of marriage? Read how the court protected legal boundaries. BENGALURU: The Karnataka High Court has quashed a criminal case filed by a wife against her 73-year-old husband,…

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Educated Woman Police Officer Could Not Continue 13-Year Relationship Without Consent: MP High Court Quashes FIR Against Army Officer
High Court Mar 16, 2026 0

Educated Woman Police Officer Could Not Continue 13-Year Relationship Without Consent: MP High Court Quashes FIR Against Army Officer

Can a 13-year relationship later be called deception after both adults knew the facts? Madhya Pradesh High Court quashed the FIR against an Army officer, raising important observations on consent and long-term relationships. NEW DELHI: The Madhya Pradesh High Court quashed an FIR filed against an Army officer who had been accused of engaging in…

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498A Targets Only Grave Cruelty, Not Incompatibility Or Imperfect Marriages: Karnataka High Court Quashes Case Against Husband And In-Laws
High Court Mar 14, 2026 0

498A Targets Only Grave Cruelty, Not Incompatibility Or Imperfect Marriages: Karnataka High Court Quashes Case Against Husband And In-Laws

Can normal marriage disagreements be treated as criminal cruelty under Section 498A? Karnataka High Court says NO – strong remarks expose how ordinary disputes can turn into criminal cases. BENGALURU: The Karnataka High Court has clarified an important point regarding Section 498A of the IPC, stating that the law is meant only for serious cases…

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