Allahabad HC acquits man in 2005 marital rape case, holding that the Supreme Court’s Independent Thought ruling applies only prospectively.
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SC quashes rape FIR against husband, citing marital rape exception under IPC. Court finds no prima facie case, noting victim married of her own free will.
Supreme Court defers hearing on plea to criminalize marital rape, as CJI Chandrachud expresses inability to conclude before his retirement on November 10.
Delhi Karkardooma Court orders NGO to return pet dogs, flags misuse of authority, and says animal welfare must operate within the rule of law.
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Kerala High Court holds that a Hindu wife can claim maintenance from her husband’s immovable property, laying down a three-stage framework of rights.
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