Court Grants Maintenance to Woman Divorced on Grounds of Adultery

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.

Calcutta HC: ‘Sweety’ and ‘Baby’ Usage Not Always Sexual; Misusing POSH Act Could Impose Additional Barriers

The Calcutta High Court addressed workplace interactions and misuse of the Prevention of Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, citing the use of terms like ‘Sweety’ and ‘Baby’. The court found that while the terms were inappropriate, their use did not constitute sexual harassment, cautioning against misuse of the Act to avoid hindering women’s employment opportunities.