Tag: FamilyLaw

Divorce Denied: Patna HC Says Schizophrenia Isn't Enough

Divorce Denied: Patna HC Says Schizophrenia Isn’t Enough

Introduction The Patna High Court in the matter of Sanjay Kumar Shaw vs Smt. Anjali Kumari Shaw[1], has recently held that a spouse’s schizophrenia cannot automatically be considered a ground for divorce unless the mental

Breaking Down Section 14 HMA: Orissa High Court on Divorce Petitions Within First year of Marriage

Breaking Down Section 14 HMA: Orissa High Court on Divorce Petitions Within First year of Marriage

The Orissa High Court recently delivered a significant judgment in the case of Debabrata Debadas Palei v. Subhakanti Patra & Another, addressing critical questions about the interpretation and application of Section 14 of the Hindu

Kerala HC Upholds Biological Parent’s Consent in Adoption

Kerala High Court Upholds Biological Parent’s Consent Requirement in Step-Parent Adoption

Introduction The formation of blended families is increasingly common, with step-parents playing crucial roles in children’s lives. However, the legal process of adoption, particularly when a biological parent is still alive and involved, is a