The Madhya Pradesh High Court dismissed a husband’s demand for a medical examination to prove his wife’s alleged refusal to engage in sexual relations. The Court called it “nothing but invasion of privacy,” slamming down his virginity-test plea.
Today, On 11th April, The National Investigation Agency (NIA) informed the court that Tahawwur Rana, accused in the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, may have planned similar attacks in other Indian cities. Rana is currently facing extradition proceedings. The agency emphasized the seriousness of the threat posed by his alleged involvement.
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court of India upheld that if an alleged rape victim refuses to undergo a medical examination, it can lead to negative inferences against their claims. The bench, comprising Justice Surya Kant and Justice NK Singh, made this important observation while hearing an appeal filed by the State of Himachal Pradesh. The appeal was against a High Court judgment that had acquitted an accused in a rape case.
Today, on 12th November, the Supreme Court ordered AIIMS to assess the health of E. Abubacker, former PFI chairman, to evaluate his bail eligibility on medical grounds. Despite opposition from the NIA, the Court mandated hospitalization for a thorough examination, emphasizing the need for urgent medical intervention, with further hearings scheduled in two weeks.
A man petitioned the Delhi High Court today (22nd Oct) for a medical examination of his wife, claiming she concealed her transgender identity, leading to emotional distress and legal complications. He argues that the rights of both spouses in marriage are interdependent, and seeks to avoid maintenance and domestic violence allegations based on her gender status.
