Practical legal writing on 498A, matrimonial disputes, criminal allegations, maintenance, custody and Indian court procedure.
Facing an interim maintenance application? Learn how a husband should draft his reply under BNSS, HMA and DV Act using income proof, disclosures and Supreme Court law.
Allahabad High Court ruled that only husband or wife can seek annulment of marriage under Hindu law. In-laws have no legal right to challenge marriage, even on alleged underage ground. Marriage Is Between Two Adults: The Allahabad High Court has clearly held that a Hindu marriage cannot be declared void at the request of in-laws,…
The Kerala High Court ruled that a daughter born within four months of marriage is a legitimate child and entitled to an equal share in her father’s property. The Court relied on legal presumptions, conduct of the father, and strong documentary evidence to overturn a trial court decree. Grants Equal Share to Daughter in Property:…
The Delhi High Court has ruled that caregiving by a single parent cannot be judged through a gendered lens. The Court also set aside a family court order on maintenance for ignoring financial deductions borne by a single father. Single Fathers Can’t Judged with Gender Bias in Child Care: The Delhi High Court has delivered…
Many men trapped in false cases look for sympathy, not solutions. They seek validation for their helplessness. Real justice comes only when men stop complaining and start acting.-By Shonee Kapoor Men’s Rights Truth: Sympathy Destroys Innocent Men Trapped: Over the years of working closely with thousands of men who are stuck in false criminal and […]
A Shillong court has refused bail to Sonam Raghuvanshi, the main accused in the honeymoon murder of Indore businessman Raja Raghuvanshi. Police say the killing was planned, and a 700+ page chargesheet has already been filed. Meghalaya: In a major development in the Meghalaya honeymoon murder case, a court in Shillong has denied bail to…
This detailed legal article explains step-by-step how an innocent husband can defend himself against a false Section 498A case in India, including bail, evidence, and counter-complaints. It also highlights judicial concerns and Supreme Court positions on misuse of the law. NEW DELHI: Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code was introduced in 1983 to protect […]
The Allahabad High Court ruled that a woman cannot claim maintenance under Section 125 CrPC from a live-in partner if her first marriage is still legally subsisting. Even long cohabitation cannot give the legal status of “wife” when no valid divorce exists. Live-In Relationship Woman Can’t Claim Maintenance: The Allahabad High Court has clearly held…
Singer Kumar Sanu has moved the Bombay High Court seeking ₹50 crore damages against his ex-wife for alleged defamatory interviews and social media content. He claims the statements harmed his reputation, career, and violated earlier divorce consent terms. MAHARASHTRA: Bollywood playback singer Kumar Sanu, also known as Sanu Bhattacharjee, has filed a defamation case suit…
The Bombay High Court ruled that inflated maintenance cannot be fixed only on the basis of a husband’s high salary. The amount must match the real needs of the wife and children, not a fixed percentage of income. MAHARASHTRA: The Bombay High Court has made it clear that just because a husband earns a high…
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