Odisha woman protests outside in-laws’ house for marital rights
A woman in Odisha has set up a protest outside her in-laws' house, demanding recognition of her rights as a wife. OdishaTV reports she is staging the demonstration to seek legal and…
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Voter list entry not proof of valid Hindu marriage: Patna HC
The Patna High Court has ruled that an entry in the voter list showing a person as a spouse is not conclusive proof of a valid Hindu marriage. LiveLaw reports that a…
Delhi HC: Father cannot use daughter’s PPF money to pay maintenance
The Delhi High Court has ruled that a father cannot withdraw money from his daughter's Public Provident Fund (PPF) account to meet his maintenance obligations to her and his estranged wife. Justice…
Once mediation settlement signed, party can’t withdraw: Jharkhand HC
The Jharkhand High Court has ruled that a settlement reached through court-annexed mediation, signed by the parties, cannot be unilaterally withdrawn just because one party later changes their mind. The right to…
Karnataka Rejects Divorce Plea, Kerala Grants It Over Cruelty
The Karnataka High Court dismissed a Mysuru man’s appeal for divorce after 21 years of marriage. He cited loss of interest and said his wife did not respond to attempts to resume…
