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.
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Kerala HC upholds father's acquittal in minor rape case
Kerala High Court dismisses state appeal, upholding trial court's acquittal of father accused of raping minor daughter. Court cites inconsistencies in evidence and medical reports.
Allahabad HC quashes POCSO FIR, cites 'happy family'
Allahabad High Court dismisses a POCSO case from 2016, noting the accused and the woman are now a long-married couple with a child, calling it a 'happy family'. Read the full story.
Delhi HC denies quashing POCSO case in minor marriage
Delhi High Court refuses to quash FIR against man booked under POCSO for marrying minor, emphasizing statutory mandate over consensual relationships. Justice Narula's landmark ruling.
Hisar Priest Gets 20-Year Jail for Raping Minor
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.
Allahabad HC Commutes Death Penalty in Minor Rape Case
The Allahabad High Court has commuted a man's death sentence to life imprisonment in a minor's rape and murder case, citing lack of premeditation and criminal history. Read the full details of the landmark judgment.
Sword-wielding attackers storm Bhopal cafe, injure staff
Shocking CCTV shows 20-25 masked men with swords and baseball bats vandalizing Magic Spot Cafe in Bhopal. One staff stabbed, customer's finger fractured. Police investigation ongoing.
Bengaluru Court Summons BS Yediyurappa in POCSO Case
Special court in Bengaluru summons BS Yediyurappa and three others in POCSO case following Karnataka High Court's green signal for trial. Key developments and implications explained.
20-year Jail Term for Delhi Man Under POCSO Act
Delhi court sentences man to 20 years rigorous imprisonment for raping minor. Landmark judgment under POCSO Act delivers justice. Read the full case details.
BS Yediyurappa Summoned in POCSO Case
Special court issues summons to BS Yediyurappa in POCSO case. Former Karnataka CM must appear on June 17. Case involves minor sexual assault allegations.
Ex-BJP Leader Gets Life Sentence in Kerala POCSO Case
Former BJP panchayat president Kuniyil Padmarajan sentenced to life imprisonment for sexually abusing class 4 student. Case saw multiple probe teams and controversies before final verdict.
Kolkata woman dies in Bhopal hotel, needle marks found
Pratyusha Gupta, 25, from Kolkata died under suspicious circumstances in a Bhopal hotel. Police found needle marks, suspect drug link. Investigation ongoing.
Karnataka HC refuses to quash POCSO case against Yediyurappa
Karnataka High Court upholds trial court order in POCSO case against BJP leader B.S. Yediyurappa. The former CM must face trial as summons stand. Read for full details.
Karnataka HC introduces digital SOP for POCSO victims
Karnataka High Court establishes technology-driven SOP including digital portal for POCSO cases management. New system ensures victim anonymity with real-time tracking and automatic alerts for deadline breaches.
Tamil Nadu's Broken Courts Traumatise Child Survivors
An investigation reveals how Tamil Nadu's POCSO courts are failing child sexual abuse survivors, forcing them to face their attackers and violating Supreme Court mandates for a safe testimony process.
POCSO accused fractures hip in Erode court escape attempt
In a shocking incident at Erode court complex, a man accused under the POCSO Act sustained serious injuries after jumping from the building while attempting to flee police custody. The dramatic escape bid ended with the accused hospitalized with a hip fra
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.
20-yr RI for elderly man raping minor girl in Odisha
A special court in Odisha's Balasore district delivers strong verdict, sentencing 65-year-old man to 20 years rigorous imprisonment for brutal rape of minor girl. Landmark judgment highlights zero tolerance for child sexual abuse.
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.
Bhopal Factory Fire Reveals Hospital Emergency Gaps
A recent Bhopal factory fire reveals critical gaps in Indian hospitals' readiness for chemical emergencies, raising alarming questions about healthcare infrastructure 39 years after the gas tragedy.
Life term for rapist of 4-year-old in Odisha
In a landmark judgment, an Odisha court has sentenced a man to life imprisonment for the brutal rape of a 4-year-old girl. The Special POCSO Court in Angul delivered swift justice in this shocking case that has shaken the community.
10-year sentence for rapist of 15-year-old in Kendrapada
In a landmark judgment, Kendrapada district court convicts a man for brutally raping a 15-year-old girl, sentencing him to 10 years rigorous imprisonment and imposing a hefty fine.
Uttarakhand HC Grants Bail in Flawed POCSO Case
Uttarakhand High Court grants bail to man wrongly convicted under POCSO Act, highlighting critical flaws in evidence collection and witness testimony in sensitive cases.
Delhi HC: No Compromise for Sexual Offences, POCSO Case Continues
In a significant judgment, Delhi High Court refuses to quash POCSO case despite settlement, declaring sexual crimes against children aren't compoundable. Legal experts hail decision.
SC: Can Women Face POCSO Charges for Assaulting Boys?
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.
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.
J&K Father Gets Life for Raping Minor Daughter
In a groundbreaking verdict from Jammu & Kashmir, a father has been sentenced to life imprisonment for repeatedly raping his minor daughter. The Special Fast Track Court's decision marks a significant moment in India's fight for justice for sexual assault
Karnataka HC denies Yediyurappa's plea in POCSO case
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.
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.
Delhi Court rejects 500-page bail plea in POCSO case
A Delhi court dismisses excessive 500-page bail application in child protection case, criticizing legal verbosity and emphasizing judicial efficiency.
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