Married man in SC over dowry complaint by 'live-in partner'
Times of India
by DHANANJAY MAHAPATRAFebruary 13, 2026
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The Supreme Court of India is examining whether Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), which typically addresses dowry harassment by a husband or his relatives against a wife, can be applied to cases involving live-in relationships. The court is considering an appeal by Dr. Lokesh B H, who faces prosecution based on a complaint from Teertha, his alleged live-in partner. This case raises significant legal questions about the applicability of anti-dowry laws beyond traditional marriages.
Dr. Lokesh, married to Naveena since 2000, has been accused by Teertha of attempted dowry-related violence and harassment. Despite employer records placing him at work during an alleged incident in 2
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Originally published on Times of India on 2/13/2026