Introduction In an era of growing global mobility, cross-border marriages have become increasingly common. With this globalization, the question of whether a divorce obtained abroad is legally recognized in India has emerged as a recurring issue, especially among Non-Resident Indians (NRIs). The
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Understanding execution When a maintenance order is passed against you—whether for your wife, your child, or both—you are legally bound to comply. The order usually specifies a time frame to clear arrears (past dues) and to start paying the monthly maintenance amount
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A recent ruling by the Delhi High Court has sparked debate in matrimonial circles. The Court granted ₹1.5 lakh per month as combined maintenance for a wife and child, even though the wife herself earns ₹1.25 lakh per month as an Assistant
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Section 340 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC) serves as an important safeguard against perjury committed during judicial proceedings. Particularly in matrimonial disputes -where emotions often run high and stakes are personal and financial – parties sometimes resort to falsehoods,
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Facing a Maintenance Case – How to Protect Yourself Before It’s Too Late For many husbands, a maintenance case filed by the wife is one of the most emotionally and financially draining experiences they will ever face. The wife leaves the matrimonial
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Supreme Court Mandates Safeguards Against Misuse of Section 498A IPC In a significant ruling, the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India, in Shivangi Bansal v. Sahib Bansal (Transfer Petition (C) No. 2367 of 2023, decided on 22 July 2025), has affirmed the procedural guidelines laid
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In a significant and precedent-setting judgment, the Sessions Court at Dindoshi (Borivali Division), Mumbai, delivered on May 5, 2025, granted ₹1 crore as compensation to a woman under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005. This judgment marked a major
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“I was about to board a flight from Dubai to Mumbai… but I was stopped. They told me I was on an LOC. My heart sank. My wife had filed a 498A case in India and without any notice, I was treated
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Title: Supreme Court Acquits Husband in Dowry Harassment Case After 20 Years Due to Lack of Evidence and Vague Allegations Summary: In Rajesh Chaddha v. State of Uttar Pradesh [2025 INSC 671], the Supreme Court of India set aside the conviction of the appellant-husband
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In a significant and much-needed intervention, the Delhi High Court has once again highlighted the fine line between genuine matrimonial cruelty and exaggerated allegations. The Court, in a recent judgment, made it clear that just demanding dowry, without any element of cruelty,
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