Mother Not The Only Natural Caregiver, Child Not Safe In Custody Of Woman Who Doesn’t Care For Husband: Pune Court

The Pune family court granted interim custody of a minor child to his Singapore-based father, observing that the child’s welfare would be better served in his care. The court noted alleged non-compliance with orders and stressed that custody must focus on the child’s best interests.

Parent Cannot Be Denied Child Access Just Because Children Live Abroad: Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court ruled that a parent cannot be denied access to children merely because they reside abroad. The Court granted businessman Amritesh Jatia interim custody of his two children in London during their summer vacation, stating parental time cannot be restricted without justification.

Wife Cannot Claim Enhanced Maintenance After Former Husband’s Death: Bombay High Court

The Bombay High Court ruled that a divorced woman can continue recovering maintenance granted through a decree from her deceased former husband’s estate. However, she cannot seek enhancement of maintenance after his death, as personal obligations end upon the obligor’s demise.

Permanent Alimony Not Automatic After Divorce, Separate Plea Mandatory: Telangana High Court

The Telangana High Court held that permanent alimony under Section 25 of the Hindu Marriage Act requires a separate application and cannot be granted automatically in divorce proceedings. The Court ruled formal pleading is necessary before awarding maintenance.

Disputed Custody Matters Cannot Be Decided Through Habeas Corpus, Family Court Is The Appropriate Forum: Delhi HC Rejects Mother’s Plea

The Delhi High Court dismissed a mother’s habeas corpus plea seeking custody of her four-year-old daughter living with father in Singapore. The Court held disputed international custody matters should be decided by Family Court, not writ jurisdiction.

Wife’s Complaint Against Husband Cannot Alone Become Mental Cruelty Ground For Divorce:  Madras HC

The Madras High Court held that a wife’s police complaint against husband or matrimonial family cannot alone amount to mental cruelty unless proven false or malicious. The Court dismissed husband’s divorce plea, protecting a spouse’s right to seek legal remedies.

Father Cannot Have Girl Child’s Custody Without Court Order: Madhya Pradesh HC Restores 7-Year-Old Girl’s Custody To Mother

The Madhya Pradesh High Court ordered immediate restoration of custody of a seven-year-old girl to her mother, holding that the father could not retain custody without a court order. The Court noted the child’s wish to live with her mother.

Telangana High Court Annuls Marriage After Husband Allegedly Gave Wrong Date Of Birth On Matrimonial Website

The Telangana High Court annulled a marriage after finding that the husband had misrepresented his date of birth on an online matrimonial platform. The Court held that the incorrect age details misled the wife regarding horoscope compatibility, leading her to consent to marriage under a mistaken belief.

Unemployment Is No Excuse, Father Cannot Avoid His Duty By Claiming Joblessness: Bombay High Court Orders Child Maintenance

The Bombay High Court has ruled that a father cannot avoid his legal responsibility to maintain his children merely by claiming unemployment. The Court directed a man to pay monthly maintenance to his son and daughter, reaffirming parental obligations under law.

No Psychological Assessment Of The Child Should Be Conducted If Found Unnecessary: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court has ruled that psychological evaluation of a child should not be treated as a routine measure in custody disputes before Family Courts. The Court clarified that no assessment should be conducted if a psychologist’s report finds it unnecessary or undesirable for the child’s welfare.