The Economic Times

'Mahabharata-like' divorce war: How Supreme Court settled bitter 10-year-long matrimonial dispute involving 80+ cases & Rs 5 crore alimony

The Supreme Court has brought an end to a ten-year matrimonial dispute, annulling the marriage and describing it as a Mahabharata-like battle. Invoking its powers under Article 142 to ensure complete justice, the court strongly criticised the husband, a practising advocate, for initiating over 80 vindictive legal proceedings. All cases have been quashed, and the husband has been directed to pay Rs 5 crore towards alimony, maintenance, and related expenses.