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The Supreme Court exercised its Article 142 powers to grant a mutual consent divorce, ordering the husband to pay ₹35 lakh alimony in two installments and to quash all existing criminal and civil cases between the parties. This ruling showcases the Court’s ability to deliver complete justice in matrimonial disputes while preventing further litigation.
The Jharkhand High Court set permanent alimony at Rs 50,000 monthly, with a 5% biennial rise and a Rs 30 lakh lump-sum award. The ruling raises the benchmark for Section 25 Hindu Marriage Act maintenance, affecting future alimony determinations for spouses in Jharkhand.
Jharkhand High Court mandates employers to directly disburse court-ordered alimony if the husband defaults, creating a binding enforcement mechanism. The ruling sets a precedent for automatic salary deductions, ensuring financial security for dependent spouses and children without relying on the defaulting party's compliance.
Uttarakhand High Court holds that when reconciliation efforts fail, courts may direct spouses to file mutual consent divorce petition, with alimony terms binding upon decree.