Half of Hardik's wealth goes to Natasha Stankovic?; Indian maintenance rules – INDIA – GENERAL

MUMBAI: Rumours have it that Indian cricketer Hardik Pandya and his wife Natasha Stankovic are on the verge of ending their short marriage. Rumours are still rife that the two are no longer together and have filed for divorce.

However, Hardik and Natasha have not responded to this yet. Rumors spread like wildfire after Natasha unfollowed Hardik on Instagram. There were also discussions about alimony payments and some rumours also said that Natasha might acquire half of Hardik's wealth.

Alimony or spousal maintenance is a legal obligation to financially support a spouse in the event of separation or divorce. Alimony is seen as a means of supporting wives who have sacrificed career opportunities and financial independence for the sake of marriage and family. However, times have changed and women in today's India are well educated and have well-paying jobs.

In India, maintenance is not only decided based on the education or professional status of the woman, but other factors also play a crucial role. The main laws that govern maintenance are the Hindu Marriage Act, the Special Marriage Act, the Indian Divorce Act, the Muslim Women's Act and the Parsi Marriage and Divorce Act.

When making alimony decisions, courts consider a variety of factors, including the income and assets of both spouses, their standard of living during the marriage, their age and health, the length of the marriage, and the care and needs of the children. Even if a woman is still working, she may be able to receive alimony if there is a significant income difference between the spouses. However, if the woman is self-supporting, alimony may be reduced or eliminated. Courts often try to be fair by awarding temporary support to help women become financially independent.