The Delhi High Court allowed a mother to travel to the US with her minor son to pursue postgraduate studies. The Court emphasized her Right to Life under Article 21, stating she cannot be denied education for personal growth.
A Delhi court ruled that arrears of interim maintenance will commence from when the petitioner files the necessary documents alongside the income affidavit, not from the application date. The court emphasized the requirement of disclosing income and compliance with Supreme Court directives, allowing the petitioner to submit missing documents by day’s end.
The Supreme Court of India condemned a Dubai court’s travel ban on a minor child during a matrimonial dispute, labeling it a violation of human rights. The court emphasized the child’s welfare, supporting the Karnataka High Court’s ruling to allow local family court handling. The case involves custody claims by the father and allegations of abuse by the mother.
Yesterday, On 22nd October, the Supreme Court, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, agreed to hear a petition for adopting hybrid mode hearings in family courts across India. The petition highlights delays in case resolutions affecting women and children, advocating for timely justice through a combination of virtual and physical appearances, addressing logistical challenges.
The Bombay High Court recently ruled that an egg donor in a surrogacy arrangement cannot claim parental rights, emphasizing that the 2005 Guidelines apply to surrogacies conducted before the enactment of the Surrogacy Act. The petitioner, the biological mother, was granted interim access and visitation rights to her daughters, with the court warning against emotional harm to the children.
The Supreme Court today expressed concern over a child caught in a custody dispute, urging the parents to prioritize the child’s well-being during the harsh Delhi summer. The Court emphasized the need to protect the child’s rights and granted visitation rights to the father. Justices highlighted the lack of care and love for the child.