Live-In Relationship Not an Offense for Married Man, Says Allahabad High Court The Allahabad High Court has ruled that a married man engaging in a live-in relationship with an adult woman, with her consent, does not constitute a legal offense. A bench led by Justice JJ Munir and Justice Tarun Saxena emphasized that morality and law must remain distinct, rejecting the idea that social norms should influence judicial decisions. The court’s ruling came in response to a petition filed by a couple facing threats from the woman’s family. The case centered on an 18-year-old woman who had entered a live-in relationship with a married man. Her family filed an FIR accusing him of luring her away through “blandishment,” arguing that his marital status made the relationship illegal. However, the court dismissed this claim, stating that there is no legal basis to prosecute a married man for staying with an adult woman if both parties consent. The bench clarified that such a relationship does not violate any law, urging authorities to prioritize legal principles over societal judgments. The woman had previously approached the Superintendent of Police in Shahjahanpur, asserting her adulthood and the voluntary nature of her relationship with the man. Despite her claims, her family continued to threaten her with violence, including the risk of an honor killing. The couple alleged that the police failed to act on their complaint, leaving them vulnerable to harm. In response, the court ordered immediate interim protection for the petitioners, prohibiting their arrest in the ongoing criminal case under Section 87 BNS. It also directed the informant and the woman’s family members to refrain from any form of harassment, including physical or electronic contact.#allahabad_high_court #shahjahanpur #justice_jj_munir #justice_tarun_saxena #section_87_bns
Ramadan 2026: Sehri Times for March 13 in Uttar Pradesh Cities The holy month of Ramadan 2026 is currently underway, and devotees across Uttar Pradesh are preparing for the daily fasts. On March 13, 2026, the exact timings for sehri (the pre-dawn meal) have been determined for major cities in the state, including Lucknow, Kanpur, Bareilly, and others. These timings vary slightly between Sunni and Shia communities due to differences in astronomical calculations. In Lucknow, sehri will begin at 5:01 am, while in Kanpur, the timing is set at 5:01 am for Sunni Muslims and 4:51 am for Shia followers. Bareilly will observe sehri at 5:03 am for Sunni and 4:54 am for Shia. Similar variations are noted in other cities, with some places like Shahjahanpur and Badaun having slightly earlier or later timings. The article highlights that the sehri time changes daily as the sun rises, requiring individuals to stay alert. In cities such as Varanasi and Prayagraj, mosques announce the end of sehri through loudspeakers, ensuring that worshippers are informed. The differences in timings across cities are attributed to minor variations in sunrise times, which affect the calculation of sehri. For those in Muzaffarnagar, sehri will start at 5:12 am for Sunni and 5:02 am for Shia, while in Meerut, the timing is 5:09 am for Sunni and 5:11 am for Shia. Other cities like Amroha, Saharanpur, and Hathras also have distinct timings, with some places like Mau observing sehri at 4:50 am for Sunni and 4:45 am for Shia. The article emphasizes the importance of adhering to these timings for a proper fast, as the exact moment of sehri is crucial for maintaining the spiritual discipline of Ramadan. Devotees are encouraged to check local mosque announcements or online resources to ensure they follow the correct schedule for their respective communities.#ramadan_2026 #lucknow #kanpur #bareilly #shahjahanpur
