Special Marriage Act

Explainer: Provisions Of Special Marriage Act And Key Differences With Hindu Marriage Act

In a complex country with an equally diverse legal landscape, the Special Marriage Act of 1954 transcends the boundary of religion, caste and creed. It provides a legal framework for interfaith marriages, among others.

Jul 09, 2024, 13:11 PM IST

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Sonakshi Sinha marriage with zaheer iqbal

Shatrughan Sinha's daughter and Bollywood star Sonakshi Sinha's wedding, which was in the news for a long time, is going to happen today.

Jun 23, 2024, 16:54 PM IST

DNA Exclusive: Is Assam's Move To Repeal Muslim Marriage Act The Beginning Of UCC?

In today's DNA, Zee News anchor Sourabh Raaj Jain analysed the effect of repeal of the Assam Muslim Marriages and Divorces Registration Act, 1935 and the transitioning of Muslim marriages under the Special Marriage Act.

Feb 26, 2024, 22:50 PM IST

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Central Government News: Will gay marriage get legal recognition?

The Central Government has filed an affidavit in the Supreme Court on a petition seeking recognition of same-sex marriage. The central government has opposed the recognition of gay marriage.

Mar 12, 2023, 15:22 PM IST

Swara Bhasker Hails Special Marriage Act - Here's All You Need to Know About It

On her Twitter, actress, and activist Swara Bhasker hailed the Special Marriage Act for "giving love a chance".

Feb 17, 2023, 18:49 PM IST

Delhi HC Transfers 8 Pleas Seeking Same-Sex Marriage Recognition To SC

On January 6, the apex court had clubbed and transferred to itself all petitions in connection with grant of legal recognition to same-sex marriages pending before various high courts.

Jan 30, 2023, 23:00 PM IST

Sameer Wankhede is a Hindu, says NCB officer's actress wife Kranti as she shows document proof

NCP leader Nawab Malik has released what he claimed was the birth certificate of NCB Zonal Director Sameer Wankhede and alleged that the latter had forged documents.

Oct 27, 2021, 16:40 PM IST

Centre opposes petitions to recognise same sex marriage under SMA in Delhi High Court

Four more people belonging to the gay and lesbian community urged the Delhi High Court on Thursday to declare that marriages between any two persons irrespective of their sex be solemnised under the Special Marriage Act (SMA). The latest petition is in addition to three pleas already before the high court.

Feb 25, 2021, 17:45 PM IST