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Supreme Court rules a Hindu widowed daughter-in-law is entitled to maintenance from her father-in-law’s estate under Section 21(vii) of HAMA 1956. Court says timing of husband’s d…
Allahabad High Court rules a wife can get up to 25% of husband’s monthly earnings as maintenance under Section 125 CrPC. Court says education or potential earning capacity cannot …
Delhi High Court rules that foreign income cannot be mechanically converted into INR for maintenance. Courts must consider cost of living, taxes, and real disposable income.
Delhi High Court rules that a non-earning spouse cannot be forced to produce ITRs for maintenance. Absence of returns supports unemployment claims.
Short marriages in India are driving a surge in divorce and maintenance cases. Courts face ₹5 lakh monthly alimony disputes and rising family law challenges.