In probably a first case in India, a woman who made a false dowry harassment complaint has been issued NBW (non-bailable warrant) by JMFC, Mangalore for filing a false case under IPC 498a.  The news doesn’t mention 498a but dowry harassment case is just another name for IPC 498a case. http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/mangalore/False-dowry-compliant-court-issues-arrest-warrant-for-woman-doctor/articleshow/43094829.cms The police summoned Dr Rao and his parents and held a detailed enquiry by questioning the relatives and neighbours. It was revealed that there was no dowry at all in the marriage and all the marriage expenses were borne by the husband. Allegations of cruelty, beating etc were found to be false. Police concluded that it was a false complaint and hence closed the … [Read more...] about NBW (arrest warrant) issued against woman for false dowry harassment case