A three-judge Supreme Court bench ruled that spouses can claim permanent alimony and interim maintenance under Hindu Marriage Act even when marriage is declared void, resolving conflicting judicial views.
A man attempted to evade maintenance payments to his wife by resigning from his high-paying Rs 6 crore job. The court has now intervened, taking decisive action against this move.
Kerala High Court dismissed a law student's plea against a warning letter, ruling courts should not interfere with academic institutions' internal discipline matters.
Jharkhand High Court dismisses wife's appeal, upholds divorce citing 'dead wood marriage', orders husband to pay Rs 35,000 monthly maintenance for daughter's future.
Symbiosis International University has declared the SLAT 2026 results for both Test 1 and Test 2. Candidates can download their scorecards from the official portal.
Symbiosis International University releases SLAT 2026 results today, January 15. Candidates can check scores online for BA LLB and BBA LLB admissions.
The Supreme Court ruled that a widowed daughter-in-law has the legal right to seek maintenance from her father-in-law's estate, citing constitutional protection of dignity under Article 21.
Indian cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal speaks candidly about moving on after his divorce from Dhanashree Verma, addressing alimony rumours and the 'sugar daddy' t-shirt controversy. Read his full story.
The Supreme Court freed a Hyderabad woman detained under a preventive law, ruling that drug charges must specifically threaten public order, not just law and order. Read the landmark judgment details.
Cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal opens up about intense trolling after his divorce from Dhanashree Verma, revealing it triggered depression and caused him to skip major cricket events last year. Read his full story.
Elon Musk's X platform admitted fault for AI-generated obscene images, blocking 3,500 posts & deleting 600 accounts. It vows future compliance with Indian IT laws. Read the full report.
Chhattisgarh High Court dissolves 18-year marriage, ruling wife's unproven allegations of infidelity amount to mental cruelty. Doctor husband ordered to pay Rs 25 lakh alimony.
Actress Mahhi Vij opens up about her mutual divorce from Jay Bhanushali, debunks 5 crore alimony claims, and emphasises peaceful co-parenting. Read her full statement.
Punjab BJP President Sunil Jakhar calls for an independent high court probe into a controversial video involving CM Bhagwant Mann, questioning its authenticity and the CM's moral authority. He also criticizes state governance.
Kerala High Court rules that a registered family partition deed can grant property rights to women, even if they had no inheritance rights under pre-1956 Hindu law. Landmark judgment emphasizes voluntary arrangements.
The UAE replaces 22-year-old rules with a strict new federal law from 2026, aligning with CITES. It imposes fines up to AED 2 million and jail for illegal wildlife trade. Read more.
The Trump administration accuses Hilton Hotels in Minneapolis of refusing service to DHS agents. The hotel allegedly canceled reservations, triggering a major political controversy. Read the full story.
Jay Bhanushali and Mahhi Vij have decided to part ways. The actress had previously denied rumours of demanding Rs 5 crore alimony. Get the full story on their separation.
Mumbai's Bandra family court grants industrialist Jaidev Shroff divorce from wife Poonam after 11-year legal fight. Court orders Rs 10 crore lump sum alimony, rejecting her Rs 1,000 crore claim. Read the full details.
The Trump administration frames its Venezuela operation as law enforcement, not military force. What does international law say? Dive into the legal debate.
Jay Bhanushali and Mahhi Vij announce amicable separation after 14 years. The couple denies alimony rumours and pledges joint custody of their kids. Read their full statement.
Actors Jay Bhanushali and Mahhi Vij confirm their separation with a joint statement, ending 14 years of marriage. They pledge to co-parent their three children amicably. Read their full statement here.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, addressing CNLU convocation in Patna, urged new lawyers to balance ambition with empathy and bend the arc of justice for the needy. Read his full message.
CJI Surya Kant addressed CNLU convocation, urging new lawyers to use law for the voiceless. Over 1100 students received degrees. Read his full message on compassion in justice.
Retired judges & senior advocates recommend 15 essential books for 2026, from legal classics to philosophy. Shape your intellect with this curated list for lawyers & citizens.
In a rare show of solidarity, a mother and daughter-in-law in Vadodara filed multiple complaints against the son/husband for assault. Read about this unusual domestic dispute case.
UAE's new laws bring clarity for expats on inheritance, asset freeze, and heirless wealth. Learn how Federal Decree-Law No. 51 of 2024 impacts your savings and business.
The UAE has enacted a sweeping new Civil Transactions Law, reducing the legal age to 18 and modernising contracts, consumer rights, and business frameworks. Discover how this impacts residents and global investors.
India's quick-commerce obsession with 10-minute delivery raises fundamental questions about market design & fair competition. Why labour laws alone can't fix this systemic issue. Read more.
Uttar Pradesh sees 48 criminals killed in police encounters in 2025, the highest annual figure under CM Yogi Adityanath's tenure since 2017. Read the full data and official statements.