Supreme Court sets aside Gujarat High Court order allowing examination of a minor child witness after seven years, holding it unnecessary and prejudicial.
Read Full ArticleSupreme Court quashes 498A cruelty FIR against husband, holding vague allegations reflect normal marital wear and tear and don’t justify criminal trial.
Delhi High Court grants bail, ruling that ending marriage plans after courtship is not a breach of promise or offence under false promise to marry.
Allahabad HC orders ₹2 lakh compensation to man acquitted in dowry death case, slams State for ‘vexatious prosecution’ despite suicide note proof.
Gujarat HC rules demanding money for bail isn’t dowry, upholds acquittal in dowry death case, citing lack of evidence and legal definition of dowry.
CJI Gavai says no nation can progress without tackling structural inequalities; calls socio-economic justice vital for dignity, equality, and democracy.
Andhra Pradesh HC rules taunting for not conceiving isn’t cruelty under IPC 498A; quashes case against sisters-in-law living separately.
SC dismisses PIL challenging women-centric laws, including the Dowry Prohibition Act, suggesting petitioner approach Parliament to address concerns.
Supreme Court upholds conviction in a dowry harassment case, directing ₹3 lakh compensation to the victim while modifying the sentence.
PIL filed in SC seeks review of dowry harassment laws to curb misuse amid rising false cases, following Bengaluru techie’s tragic suicide linked to legal disputes.
Supreme Court grants anticipatory bail in dowry case, clarifies stance on proclaimed offenders’ rights. Key legal insights from Asha Dubey vs. State of MP.
Allahabad High Court rules second wife can’t file 498-A IPC cases, citing marriage nullity. Supreme Court precedents support the decision.
Punjab & Haryana HC quashes FIR under Dowry Prohibition Act for lack of District Magistrate's prior sanction, reaffirming the legal requirement under Section 8-A.
Supreme Court issues notice on a woman lawyer’s plea alleging illegal 14-hour custody, sexual assault, threats and evidence destruction by Noida Police.
30 December, 2025 12:26 AM
Madras High Court grants 12-week interim bail to YouTube journalist Savukku Shankar, flags repeated incarceration as abuse of process and violation of Article 21.
30 December, 2025 02:13 AM
Jharkhand HC rules Section 197 CrPC sanction not required for siphoning state funds, holding protection cannot shield corrupt public servants.
30 December, 2025 11:24 PM
Supreme Court holds tenants cannot dictate landlords’ choice of premises or suggest alternatives to defeat bona fide eviction needs.
30 December, 2025 11:59 PM
Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh’s first woman Prime Minister, dies at 80 after prolonged illness, ending a defining era in the country’s turbulent political history.
30 December, 2025 04:53 PM
Jharkhand High Court directs the State to ensure 100% voluntary blood donation and establish Blood Component Separation Units in all districts within three months.
30 December, 2025 06:35 PM
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