Read Why Orissa HC upheld divorce on husband being called ‘nikhatu, kempa’ by wife for his physical infirmity
Wife’s behaviour of using derogatory terms for husband’s physical disability discloses her thought and respect to her husband.
Justice Chittaranjan Dash
S. 14(1) HMA | Court’s discretion to allow divorce plea in 1 year of marriage, only if substantiated with separate application seeking permission to file for divorce
The statutory mandate under Section 14 of the HMA serves a crucial purpose in discouraging hasty dissolution of marriages and ensuring due deliberation before seeking divorce.
‘Husband is entitled to peace and emotional relief that can only be found in dissolution of this broken bond’: Orissa HC upholds divorce on grounds of cruelty by wife
“From physical assaults and verbal abuse to repeated acts of financial control and emotional blackmail, the husband was subjected to a state of perpetual distress, where fear and anxiety overshadowed any hope of marital peace.”
Section 25(2) of HMA | Court can modify and grant maintenance exceeding the claimed amount upon proof of material change in circumstances: Orissa High Court
“The judicial discretion must be exercised to provide a fair and just maintenance amount, considering the dependent’s actual needs and the payer’s financial capability, even if the claim was initially understated.”
Orissa HC orders Rs. 1 Lakh compensation to Judicial Aspirant for non-evaluation of an answer in OJS 2022
“The plea for rectification of an unevaluated answer does not involve a challenge to the examiner’s discretion or marking scheme but seeks judicial intervention to correct an apparent omission. Such omissions undermine the credibility of the examination process and can adversely affect the outcome for candidates.”
Mere absence of affidavit supporting allegations against Judicial Officer does not warrant automatic dismissal of complaint and departmental proceedings: Orissa HC
“While the guideline aims to protect judicial officers from unwarranted harassment, it does not eliminate the possibility of addressing genuine issues faced by individuals or communities due to the actions of a judicial officer. The High Court retains the responsibility to ascertain the authenticity of the complaints and take appropriate action based on verified facts.”
‘Son did not think twice before killing his creator’; Orissa HC upholds man’s conviction for strangulating and beheading mother
The minor child, grandson of the deceased provided clear and cogent evidence being the sole eye-witness, stating that his father had strangulated the neck of the deceased for which the deceased struggled for life and then she became calm.