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Know about Marital Offences in Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023

Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Introduces Section Revisions, IPC 497 Removed

On December 25, 2023, a historic event unfolded in India’s legal arena as The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS), the nation’s fresh criminal code, secured legal status by receiving the President’s approval, officially supplanting the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita has introduced notable changes to section numbers related to marital offenses, including […]

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Second Marriage Without Divorce Declared Null and Void by Delhi High Court

Delhi High Court, December 05, 2023-  In a recent judgment, the court highlighted the complexities surrounding second marriages without divorce. The appellant wife, challenged the Family Court’s order, which declared her marriage null and void under Section 11 of the Hindu Marriage Act. Background of the Case The legal saga began when the Husband filed

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Amendment to Written Statement: A Legal Analysis of Recent Delhi High Court Judgment

In a recent judgment delivered on 30.11.2023, the Delhi High Court addressed the challenge to an order passed in a civil suit. The case, MAT.APP.(F.C.) 5/2021, involves a dispute between a husband and wife, where the husband sought an amendment to the written statement originally filed by him. Background The appellant-wife filed a civil suit,

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Landmark Judgment Upholds Divorce and Addresses Dowry Dispute

In a significant judgment delivered on November 16, 2023, by the Honorable Justices Amit Rawal and C.S. Sudha, the Family Court, Mavelikkara, resolved Mat.Appeal Nos.197 and 198 of 2023. The appeals, filed under Section 19(1) of the Family Courts Act, 1984, pertained to a matrimonial dispute and a dowry-related issue. Background of the Case The

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Husband to Reimburse ₹90 Lakhs: Safeguarding Joint Property Rights of Husband and Wife.

In a recent legal development, the High Court of Kerala pronounced a significant judgment on November 6, 2023. The case in question involved a joint property dispute between husband and wife. The judgment, issued by Honourable Mr. Justice Amit Rawal and Mrs. Justice C.S. Sudha, bears significance for its implications on the withdrawal of funds

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High Court Overturns Family Court Decision in Landmark Replication Case

New Delhi, November 3, 2023 – In a recent judgment by the High Court of Delhi, a significant decision was reached in MAT.APP.(F.C.) 205/2023. This case was in appeal against an order passed by the Family Court, which had dismissed an application for filing a replication to the written statement. The High Court’s decision has

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How to Choose the Right Family Lawyer

Choosing the right family lawyer can be a crucial decision during a challenging time in your life. Whether you’re dealing with divorce, maintenance, child custody issues, or other family-related legal matters, having the right attorney by your side can make a significant difference in the outcome. In this article, we will guide you through the

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Upholding the Right to Privacy in India: A Landmark Judgment

In a significant legal development, the Chhattisgarh High Court, located in Bilaspur, reaffirmed the importance of the “right to privacy in India” through its recent judgment. The case underscored the fundamental nature of privacy rights and their protection within the Indian legal framework. The Right to Privacy in India: A Fundamental Right The case in

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Delhi High Court Upholds Nullity of Marriage between Cousins

Delhi High Court Upholds Nullity of Marriage between Cousins

Delhi High Court, October 9, 2023 – In a significant ruling today, the Court upheld the nullity of a marriage between cousins under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955. This landmark judgment clarifies the legal position on such marriages and their validity under Indian law. The case in question, MAT.APP.(F.C.) 35/2023, involved a Grover couple, who

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Delhi High Court Rules Against Husband Seeking Surrogacy During Divorce Proceedings

Delhi High Court Rules Against Husband Seeking Surrogacy During Divorce Proceedings

DELHI HIGH COURT, 4TH OCTOBER, 2023 – The Delhi High Court, presided over by Hon’ble Mr. Justice Suresh Kumar Kait and Hon’ble Ms. Justice Neena Bansal Krishna, delivered a judgment in a case that addressed a husband’s plea for surrogacy while divorce proceedings were underway. In the said case, the husband had filed an appeal

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