Chhattisgarh High Court says husbands cannot force wives to share mobile or bank passwords. Doing so violates privacy and can be considered domestic violence.
Today, On 2nd July, The Supreme Court suspended the trial court’s 10-year sentence given to Kiran Kumar in the dowry-related death of his wife, Vismaya. The 24-year-old Ayurveda student was found hanging in her husband’s house in 2021.
A Maharashtra court sentenced a 71-year-old man to life imprisonment for murdering his bedridden wife, calling it a “calculated murder.” The judge said, “Mercy cannot be extended at the cost of justice” while delivering the verdict.
Man opens up ‘498A Tea Cafe’ in his wife’s village, claiming false domestic violence charges against him. Holding a kettle, he says, “Tea will keep boiling until justice is served,” protesting the legal system.
Today, On 11th June, In a strong observation, the Supreme Court called the daughter’s accusations “shocking” and refused to quash the criminal case, citing the seriousness of the sexual assault allegations against the retired judge.
The Gauhati High Court upheld a wife’s maintenance claim after challenging a Sessions Court’s denial, which cited contradictions in her testimony. The High Court recognized her valid reasons for separation due to physical harassment linked to her child’s complexion. The dismissal of her claim was reversed, reaffirming her right to maintenance.
The Supreme Court of India has mandated states and union territories to appoint Protection Officers at district and taluka levels under the Domestic Violence Act, 2005. This action aims to enhance support for women facing domestic abuse, ensuring timely assistance and legal aid. The court emphasized the urgent need for proper implementation of the law.
A Bareilly court sentenced Manoj to life imprisonment for starving his wife, Mamta, to death in 2021 after a domestic quarrel. He locked her in a room without food or water for a week. The ruling emphasizes the severity of domestic violence and aims to protect women’s rights, providing justice for Mamta’s family.
An Ahmedabad court ruled that a woman divorced for adultery is still entitled to maintenance. The court cited delayed allegations and evidence of domestic violence.
The Delhi High Court held that dowry death strikes at the core of dignity, equality, and justice within domestic life. However, it clarified that there is no absolute bar on granting bail in such cases, and each matter must be considered on merit.
