The Patna High Court ruled that derogatory terms like “Bhoot” and “Pisach” directed at a wife do not always constitute ‘cruelty’ under Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code. Despite conviction by lower courts, the High Court overturned the decision due to lack of specific evidence and affirmed its authority to rectify miscarriages of justice.
Arvind Kejriwal will be produced before the court Tomorrow (March 28th) at the end of his ED custody in Delhi excise policy money laundering case. The wife of jailed Delhi CM, Sunita Today said that her husband, who is in the custody of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with the alleged excise scam, will reveal the truth regarding the case in court on March 28.
The Supreme Court Today (March 7th) declined to consider the ED’s petition challenging a Calcutta HC directive. The directive outlined guidelines for investigative agencies, advising against disclosing details of probes involving individuals like Rujira Banerjee-wife of Abhishek Banerjee, before filing chargesheets, to either the public or the media.
The Delhi High Court emphasized the significance of understanding and empathy within marital relationships, warning against constant reminders of financial limitations. This ruling sheds light on the nuanced understanding of marital cruelty, underlining the importance of emotional and psychological well-being. The decision underscores the legal system’s recognition of the complexities of marital relationships.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court recently ruled that a spouse’s prolonged refusal of sexual relations, without valid reason or physical incapacity, can be considered mental cruelty and grounds for divorce. This judgment emphasizes the significance of marital intimacy and aligns with previous Supreme Court decisions, recognizing the mental anguish caused by its denial.