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Dehradun court acquits man in 2019 rape case

Dehradun fast-track court acquits 42-year-old man of rape charges after finding contradictions in complainant's statements and insufficient evidence. Key details from the 2019 case.

Court acquits Murugha Mutt seer in Pocso case

Chitradurga court acquits Murugha Mutt seer Shivamurthy Murugha Sharanaru in 2022 Pocso case. Two others also cleared. State plans to appeal verdict. Details inside.

Chitradurga Seer Acquitted in POCSO Case

Chitradurga seer cleared in first POCSO case, maintains silence after verdict. Details on the acquittal and temple tributes following court decision. Read full story.

Yediyurappa moves Supreme Court in Pocso case

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.

UP cop submits forged court order, faces new FIR

A UP police constable submitted a forged acquittal order to clear his name in a 2005 case during a departmental inquiry. The forgery was discovered, leading to a fresh FIR against him.

Bombay HC Final Hearing in Sohrabuddin Case in Dec

The Bombay High Court will conduct the final hearing in December on appeals challenging the acquittal of all 22 accused in the Sohrabuddin Shaikh alleged fake encounter case. Follow the latest developments.

Goa sand mining accused freed due to police errors

In a shocking turn of events, a man accused of illegal sand mining in Goa gets acquitted as police fail to follow proper seizure procedures. The High Court ruling highlights critical gaps in enforcement.

Ex-IREO CEO convicted for cheating in fake prescription case

In a dramatic court ruling, former IREO CEO Ramesh Sanka faces conviction for cheating using fake medical prescriptions while being acquitted of forgery charges. Get the complete breakdown of this high-profile corporate legal battle.

20-year jail for Saharanpur man who raped minor

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.

Goa court acquits driver in rash driving case

In a significant legal development, a Goa court dismisses rash driving case due to insufficient evidence. Key witnesses fail to appear, leading to accused's acquittal. Read about this courtroom drama.

SC Quashes POCSO Case, Cites Practical Realities

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.

SC frees man in 2016 rape-murder case

In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court acquits a man convicted in the 2016 rape and murder case of an elderly woman, citing lack of evidence and procedural lapses in investigation.

SC to examine if POCSO Act is gender-neutral

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.

Delhi Court Acquits Man After 12 Years in Forgery Case

In a landmark judgment, a Delhi court acquits a man accused of forgery after 12 years when forensic evidence reveals handwriting mismatch on disputed cheque. Read the full story of justice delayed but finally delivered.

POCSO Accused Dies Jumping into Canal in Andhra Pradesh

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.

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