Death Penalty for Rape and Murder of 6-Year-Old in Vapi
A Vapi court sentences a man to death for the rape, sodomy, and murder of a six-year-old girl. The family receives Rs 17 lakh compensation. Read the full details.
A Vapi court sentences a man to death for the rape, sodomy, and murder of a six-year-old girl. The family receives Rs 17 lakh compensation. Read the full details.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari commits to revamping the Pune-Kolhapur highway within a year, with a Rs 6000 crore plan and a new developer to cut travel time and enhance safety.
First phase of Maharashtra local body elections witnesses strong voter participation, with turnout estimated over 60%. Key highlights from Pune, Kolhapur, Nashik, and incidents reported.
A Bareilly POCSO court awards life imprisonment to a 28-year-old man for raping a minor. The child's testimony and medical evidence proved crucial. Read the full details.
A tragic accident in Solapur claimed five lives as an SUV collided with a truck. The newlywed couple survived. Read the full details of the heartbreaking incident.
Kolhapur police arrested a 28-year-old man for kidnapping and sexually assaulting a seven-year-old girl from a wedding. The accused faces multiple charges under the POCSO Act. Read the full report.
A 20-year-old man was found dead with wires wrapped around him in Kolhapur. Police used CCTV footage to arrest the accused, a 28-year-old acquaintance, within six hours. The murder followed a drunken altercation.
A 59-year-old man was killed by a crocodile while swimming in the Dudhganga river in Kolhapur. Forest officials warn of aggressive crocodiles during nesting season and announce ₹25 lakh compensation.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis announces Shaktipeeth expressway diversion through Chandgad following MLA's rally. The Rs 90,000 crore project faces farmer opposition. Read more about the development impact.
Kolhapur medical college forms 4-doctor panel to investigate maternity ward doctors directing patients to private labs. Showcause notices issued, report due in 7 days.
A Pune court acquits a man accused of raping his minor daughter after key witnesses, including the victim, deny the assault. The accused spent 7 years in jail. Read the full details.
Two WRD engineers from Tembhu Lift Irrigation Project caught red-handed accepting bribes of Rs25,000 and Rs17,000. ACB urges citizens to report corruption via toll-free number 1064.
Alwar POCSO court sentences man to 10 years imprisonment for kidnapping and raping 17-year-old girl. Court recommends ₹50,000 compensation for survivor under victim scheme.
Himachal Pradesh BJP MLA Hans Raj receives bail relief in child sexual abuse case. Court sets conditions while investigation continues. Latest updates on the political fallout.
Special Court in Mysuru to deliver verdict in Murugha Sharanaru sexual assault case today. Follow for live updates and breaking news on this high-profile judgment.
Calcutta High Court acquits a man sentenced under the Pocso Act, citing material inconsistencies in witness testimony. Justice Ghosh sets aside the trial court's 3-year imprisonment order.
BS Yediyurappa challenges Karnataka HC order allowing Pocso trial. SC plea filed against summons for December 2 appearance. Case involves sexual assault charges from 2024.
Hisar court sentences priest to 20 years rigorous imprisonment for raping a minor girl. Landmark verdict delivers justice under POCSO Act. Read the full details.
Special court issues summons to BS Yediyurappa in POCSO case. Former Karnataka CM must appear on June 17. Case involves minor sexual assault allegations.
In a historic move, the rival NCP factions led by Sharad Pawar and Ajit Pawar have formed an alliance for the Chandgad Nagar Panchayat elections in Kolhapur, creating the 'Shahar Vikas Aghadi'.
Growing internal conflicts within Maharashtra's ruling Mahayuti alliance surface ahead of crucial local body elections, exposing coordination challenges between BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP factions.
In a shocking case from Saharanpur, a 20-year-old man receives 20 years imprisonment for kidnapping, raping a minor, and coercing her to file false cases against others. The court delivers justice after a harrowing 4-year legal battle.
In a significant judgment, the Supreme Court has quashed a POCSO case against a convict who married the victim, emphasizing that criminal law cannot be divorced from practical realities of Indian society.
Supreme Court rejects Kaneri Matha pontiff's plea against externment from Kolhapur, telling him to pursue spiritual practice in another location. Major setback for religious leader.
Supreme Court examines crucial legal question - whether women can be prosecuted under POCSO Act for sexually assaulting minor boys, potentially rewriting India's child protection laws.
The Supreme Court agrees to examine whether the POCSO Act is gender-neutral after a woman challenges criminal proceedings against her. Legal experts debate the interpretation of 'any person' in child protection laws.
Karnataka High Court dismisses BS Yediyurappa's petition seeking quashing of POCSO case, allowing investigation to continue. BJP leader faces serious charges in alleged sexual assault case.
A 62-year-old man accused under the POCSO Act died after jumping into a canal from a moving bus while being transported to court in Andhra Pradesh's Tuni. The dramatic incident occurred near Geddapalli village.
In a remarkable medical achievement, doctors at Kolhapur Government Medical College successfully treated a 12-year-old boy whose heart function had plummeted to just 10%, performing a life-saving procedure against all odds.
Shocking incident at Kolhapur rescue home as six women harm themselves with blades, raising serious questions about mental health care and facility conditions. Authorities launch investigation.