High Court of Calcutta

Another question raised in the petition was that if both parties agree to decide the claims afresh by such an independent arbitrator appointed by the court, whether the court can remand back the matter to the same arbitrator who delivered the award.

The High Court of Calcutta has held that cruelty to wife for dark complexion by her husband and in-laws will be an offence of cruelty under Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code, while sustaining the conviction of a man for murder of his wife.

The High Court of Calcutta has issued a notice stating that the normal functioning of all Courts in the State will remain suspended till June 8.