Cruelty in marriage does not retire with age. When an elderly husband subjects his wife to isolation, neglect, or economic and emotional abuse, it remains cruelty in the eyes of law. Old age cannot be used as a moral shield to normalise suffering, a wife’s right to dignity, safety, and respect continues for life.
Tag: Law
Supreme Court On Whether Insolvency Tribunals Can Decide Trademark Ownership Disputes
Can insolvency tribunals decide trademark ownership disputes? In the Gloster trademark case, the Supreme Court clarified the limits of NCLT’s powers under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code and held that trademark ownership must be decided by civil or statutory forums, not within insolvency proceedings.
Moral Rights, Performers’ Rights and Copyright: Creative Ownership in Indian Music
An in-depth exploration of moral rights, performers’ rights, and copyright in Indian music, explained through the A.R. Rahman v. Dagar case. Learn how Indian law balances authorship, performance, and tradition in creative ownership.
Beware of The Risks Matrimonial Websites Pose & The Law Which Protects Such Websites
As online matchmaking becomes the new normal, the shaadi[dot]com case serves as a crucial reminder of the legal risks of matrimonial websites in India. While matrimonial platforms promise verified profiles and safe connections, recent court rulings highlight how these sites are protected under Section 79 of the IT Act and the safe harbour clause, limiting their liability for user misconduct. This case exposes the growing tension between digital love and legal responsibility, raising important questions about user safety, data privacy, and accountability in India’s booming online matrimony industry.
Territorial Jurisdiction in Patent Suits – Delhi HC’s Ruling in Kubota vs Godabari
The Delhi High Court in Kubota Corporation vs Godabari Agro Machinery and Services (12 August 2025) dealt with a significant question of territorial … More
Impact of USPTO’s AAPA Restrictions on Patent Drafting
As per news reports the new USPTO guidance restricts use of Applicant Admitted Prior Art (AAPA) in IPRs. It will … More
Supreme Court Upholds Bihar Voter Roll Revision, Why Cleansing The Electoral Roll Matters!
The Hon’ble Supreme Court of India upheld ECI’s mandate to conduct the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in … More
Understanding Zero FIR under BNSS Section 173
Three new Criminal laws were notified by the Government of India on 25th December 2023, Indian Penal Code,1861 (IPC) was … More