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MLA Rahul Mamkootathil Rape Case | “What Is Wrong in an Unmarried Man’s Multiple Sexual Relationships?”: Kerala High Court Questions Bail Rejection Logic
High Court Jan 29, 2026

MLA Rahul Mamkootathil Rape Case | “What Is Wrong in an Unmarried Man’s Multiple Sexual Relationships?”: Kerala High Court Questions Bail Rejection Logic

The Kerala High Court questioned why an unmarried man’s consensual relationships should be used to deny bail. The Court examined consent, conduct, and legal standards while reserving orders on MLA Rahul Mamkootathil’s bail plea. KOCHI: The Kerala High Court on Wednesday raised a key legal question while hearing the bail plea of MLA Rahul Mamkootathil…
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False Promise of Marriage Or Failed Relationship: Allahabad High Court Sends Section 69 BNS Case With Rape Allegations To Trial After 11-Year Relationship Dispute
High Court Jan 22, 2026

False Promise of Marriage Or Failed Relationship: Allahabad High Court Sends Section 69 BNS Case With Rape Allegations To Trial After 11-Year Relationship Dispute

An 11-year relationship has turned into a criminal case involving Section 69 BNS and rape-related legal issues. Allahabad High Court said consent and false promise claims must be tested in trial, not quashed early. The case silently highlights how men face long legal battles and reputational damage even before guilt is proved. Allahabad: The Allahabad…

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Sex Between Husband and Wife Needs Consent Every Time From Both Partners: Gujarat High Court Says Forced Unnatural Acts Cause Serious Trauma
High Court Jan 19, 2026

Sex Between Husband and Wife Needs Consent Every Time From Both Partners: Gujarat High Court Says Forced Unnatural Acts Cause Serious Trauma

The Gujarat High Court has clearly said that marriage does not mean automatic consent for sex. Any forced or unnatural sexual act between spouses can cause deep physical and mental trauma and cannot be justified in the name of marriage. Ahmedabad: In an observation on marital intimacy and personal liberty, the Gujarat High Court has…

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Innocent Man Convicted Without Proof: Allahabad High Court Overturns 10-Year Rape Conviction After Finding Contradictions, Ignored Medical Evidence and No Proof of Non-Consent
High Court Jan 16, 2026

Innocent Man Convicted Without Proof: Allahabad High Court Overturns 10-Year Rape Conviction After Finding Contradictions, Ignored Medical Evidence and No Proof of Non-Consent

The Allahabad High Court set aside a 10-year rape conviction after finding major contradictions in testimony and medical evidence showing no force or non-consent. The judgment exposes how selective reading of evidence can destroy a man’s liberty despite serious doubts in the prosecution case. Allahabad: In a judgment reaffirming the foundational safeguards of criminal law,…

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Consensual Relationship Is Not Rape If Marriage Fails Or There’s A Breakup: Patna High Court Quashes False Prosecution Against Man U/S 376 IPC
High Court Jan 15, 2026

Consensual Relationship Is Not Rape If Marriage Fails Or There’s A Breakup: Patna High Court Quashes False Prosecution Against Man U/S 376 IPC

The Patna High Court has ruled that a failed consensual relationship cannot be converted into a rape case merely because marriage did not happen. Quashing the prosecution, the Court reaffirmed that criminal law cannot be misused to punish men for relationship breakdowns. Patna: The Patna High Court has quashed a rape case registered under Section…

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False Promise of Marriage Or Failed Relationship: Allahabad High Court Sends Section 69 BNS Case With Rape Allegations To Trial After 11-Year Relationship Dispute
High Court Jan 22, 2026 0

False Promise of Marriage Or Failed Relationship: Allahabad High Court Sends Section 69 BNS Case With Rape Allegations To Trial After 11-Year Relationship Dispute

An 11-year relationship has turned into a criminal case involving Section 69 BNS and rape-related legal issues. Allahabad High Court said consent and false promise claims must be tested in trial, not quashed early. The case silently highlights how men face long legal battles and reputational damage even before guilt is proved. Allahabad: The Allahabad…

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Sex Between Husband and Wife Needs Consent Every Time From Both Partners: Gujarat High Court Says Forced Unnatural Acts Cause Serious Trauma
High Court Jan 19, 2026 0

Sex Between Husband and Wife Needs Consent Every Time From Both Partners: Gujarat High Court Says Forced Unnatural Acts Cause Serious Trauma

The Gujarat High Court has clearly said that marriage does not mean automatic consent for sex. Any forced or unnatural sexual act between spouses can cause deep physical and mental trauma and cannot be justified in the name of marriage. Ahmedabad: In an observation on marital intimacy and personal liberty, the Gujarat High Court has…

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Innocent Man Convicted Without Proof: Allahabad High Court Overturns 10-Year Rape Conviction After Finding Contradictions, Ignored Medical Evidence and No Proof of Non-Consent
High Court Jan 16, 2026 0

Innocent Man Convicted Without Proof: Allahabad High Court Overturns 10-Year Rape Conviction After Finding Contradictions, Ignored Medical Evidence and No Proof of Non-Consent

The Allahabad High Court set aside a 10-year rape conviction after finding major contradictions in testimony and medical evidence showing no force or non-consent. The judgment exposes how selective reading of evidence can destroy a man’s liberty despite serious doubts in the prosecution case. Allahabad: In a judgment reaffirming the foundational safeguards of criminal law,…

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Consensual Relationship Is Not Rape If Marriage Fails Or There’s A Breakup: Patna High Court Quashes False Prosecution Against Man U/S 376 IPC
High Court Jan 15, 2026 0

Consensual Relationship Is Not Rape If Marriage Fails Or There’s A Breakup: Patna High Court Quashes False Prosecution Against Man U/S 376 IPC

The Patna High Court has ruled that a failed consensual relationship cannot be converted into a rape case merely because marriage did not happen. Quashing the prosecution, the Court reaffirmed that criminal law cannot be misused to punish men for relationship breakdowns. Patna: The Patna High Court has quashed a rape case registered under Section…

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