J&K High Court Restores Interim Residence Order for Domestic Violence Victim
A petition was filed by a woman seeking relief from her husband’s alleged domestic violence and seeking monetary compensation. The Magistrate court granted an ex-parte interim order on 16-07-2021, directing the respondent to provide her with accommodation and protection. The respondent appealed against
Supreme Court to Address Alimony Entitlement in Void Marriages Under Hindu Marriage Act
The question of whether alimony can be awarded in cases where a marriage is declared void under Sections 24 and 25 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 will be decided by the Supreme Court. The case was referred to a larger bench because
NGT Forms Committee to Combat Pollution in Dal Lake
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has formed a joint committee to address pollution in Srinagar’s Dal Lake. The committee will ascertain pollution sources, identify responsible parties, and take appropriate remedial and punitive action. The committee will also prepare environmental management guidelines for houseboats.
Take Action on RTI Implementation at Gram Panchayat Level: Punjab & Haryana High Court
The Punjab & Haryana High Court has directed Haryana’s Secretary, Rural Development Department, Haryana and the Director and Special Secretary of the Rural Development Department to state steps taken for implementation of the Right to Information Act (RTI) at the Gram Panchayat level.
