The Supreme Court of India has passed a landmark verdict for couples seeking mutual divorce. It can now invoke special powers under article 142 of the constitution of India, to waive off the compulsory waiting period of 6 to 8 months in case of irretrievable breakdown of marriage, for individuals seeking divorce through mutual consent.

India: Article 142 to waive off divorce waiting period

AG Perarivalan, who was convicted of involvement in the assassination of the former Indian Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, was freed on Wednesday (May 18) by the Supreme Court of the country.

Rajiv Gandhi assassination convict freed: All you need to know about Article 142 and its scope

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