In Brief
A married couple sought Supreme Court intervention to divorce by mutual consent and resolve all outstanding disputes between them. Through mediation at the Supreme Court Mediation Centre, they reached a comprehensive settlement covering property division, bank accounts, lockers, and personal belongings. The Court disposed of the transfer petition, directing the parties to file a mutual consent divorce petition before the Kolkata court while ensuring that all settlement terms were implemented. The judgment demonstrates the Court's willingness to use its extraordinary powers under Article 142 to give effect to voluntary settlements that achieve complete justice between parties.
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