A Surat family court intervenes to halt the diksha of a 7-year-old Jain girl after her father files for custody. The mother submits an affidavit agreeing not to proceed with the ceremony scheduled for 2026. Read the full legal and family details.
Surat Family Court grants interim relief to father opposing his young daughter's Diksha ceremony. Mother directed to file undertaking, putting the 2026 initiation on hold. Read the full custody battle details.
Ludhiana district administration rescued 11 children from begging in a major drive under Project Jeevanjot 2.0. Officials vow to make city free from child exploitation. Report cases on helpline 1098.
Dharwad DC Divya Prabhu outlines a decade-long campaign to eradicate child marriage. Learn about the 100-day awareness drive and multi-departmental strategy to protect children.
Bombay High Court dismisses Indian father's habeas corpus petition for child in Germany, citing mother's lawful custody and child's welfare as paramount. Court orders continued video calls.
A woman in Gorakhpur, angered by her husband's infidelity, initially refused to accept her newborn. After counselling, she agreed to raise the child alone, without the father's name. Read the full story.
Supreme Court denies relief to former Telangana intelligence chief, extends police custody in phone tapping case. The court noted he is a 'seasoned person' who can withstand questioning. Read the latest details.
Yamunanagar police arrest a man for falsifying his 17-year-old daughter's age to arrange her marriage. The minor faced dowry harassment. Read the full investigation details.
Nagpur authorities rescue 15 beggars, including 4 exploited children, in Sitabuldi, Lokmat & Panchsheel Chowk. Action taken under Juvenile Justice Act. Report child begging to Helpline 1098.
Karnataka High Court orders interim use of Calcutta HC's child custody guidelines to protect children's mental health. Next hearing set for March 2026. Read the full story.
Karnataka High Court mandates applying Calcutta HC's child custody guidelines in all cases. This move aims to ensure child welfare and consistency in sensitive legal battles.
Punjab & Haryana High Court dismisses a mother's plea to stop father's visitation rights, citing child's welfare. Justice Sumeet Goel directs parties to family court. Read the full judgment details.
Mysuru recorded 32 child pregnancy cases between April and October 2025. Experts credit declining numbers to fear of legal action against child marriages. Full details inside.
Rajya Sabha MP Sudha Murty calls for government guidelines to shield children from being turned into online content, highlighting risks to privacy and mental well-being. Join the crucial conversation.
Ludhiana Police Commissioner launches a major awareness and enforcement drive against child marriage, registering over 200 cases. Learn about the initiative and its impact.
Two men accused of horrific child sexual assaults escape custody in Ludhiana and Chandigarh. Police have no leads, raising serious safety concerns for children in the region. Read the full report.
Supreme Court clarifies that a parent working from home does not automatically get child custody. The bench emphasized both parents contribute to family needs. Read the full ruling details.
Key Lucknow stakeholders held a major consultation to strengthen child protection, identifying gaps and enhancing coordination for vulnerable children. Learn about the initiatives.
Neurologist Dr. Bing explains why a quiet child isn't always calm. Learn the signs of a brain in survival mode and how adults can help foster healthy emotional growth.
Jharkhand High Court grants custody of a minor to the mother, emphasizing the unique bond of 'mamta'. The court cited psychological studies on mother-infant bonding. Read the full analysis.
A five-year-old boy in Erode died after a banana he was eating slipped into his windpipe. The incident highlights the need for vigilance with young children. Read the full report.
Community leaders in Jalandhar propose comprehensive strategies to protect minors, including digital safety education and community monitoring systems. Learn how to safeguard children.
A 7-year-old girl traveling alone was rescued from Patiala-Nabha train after a 25-year-old woman fought jurisdiction hurdles. Read how the child protection system failed initially.
Nearly 70% of children waiting for adoption in India have disabilities, reveals CARA data. With only 2,000 children registered versus 33,000 waiting parents, officials urge better tracking and surrender systems to protect vulnerable children.
Shocking child marriage case in Belagavi's Hukkeri taluk where a 16-year-old girl was married and impregnated. FIR filed under POCSO Act. Learn about the ongoing rescue efforts.
A 28-year-old Mumbai man arrested for brutally assaulting his 6-year-old son who refused to eat. The case also reveals two years of domestic violence allegations. Read the full investigation details.
Gujarat High Court rejects father's custody petition after children express desire to stay with grandparents. Court reverses school transfer in landmark child welfare case.
Despite repeated rescue operations, Guwahati's child beggars return to traffic junctions. The Child Welfare Committee reveals organized rackets and restoration challenges hamper rehabilitation efforts. Learn about the systemic failures.
Times of India correspondent Dipawali Mitra receives Shishushree Award 2025 from West Bengal Child Rights Commission for outstanding child rights reporting. Read her inspiring journey.
Delhi court sends 4 protesters to police custody, 13 to judicial custody after India Gate air quality demonstration turns violent. Police investigating alleged Naxal connections.