Mary Kom's Ex-Husband Files Criminal Defamation Case Over Public Remarks
Mary Kom's ex-husband, Onler Kom, has filed a criminal defamation case against the Olympic boxer under Section 356 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, alleging she made disparaging remarks about him on television and other public platforms. The case, with a hearing scheduled for November 19, 2026, follows Mary Kom's accusations of financial misconduct by Onler during their marriage. Onler denies these claims and seeks an apology and damages, emphasizing his faith in the judicial system while refraining from detailed comments due to ongoing proceedings.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (45–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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hindustantimes broke this story on 7 Oct, 11:25 am. Other outlets followed.