Thane torch rally demands safer Ghodbunder Road
Angry Thane residents staged torchlight protest on Ghodbunder Road demanding urgent repairs after 22 fatal accidents. Activist Ajay Jeya leads charge for road safety improvements.
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20-Year Prison for Child Rapist in Berhampur Case
Berhampur's Pocso court sentences 30-year-old to 20 years imprisonment for raping 13-year-old girl. Rs 4 lakh compensation ordered for survivor. Justice delivered after 5-year legal battle.
Thane MP Alleges Stray Animal Organ Harvesting Racket
Shiv Sena MP Naresh Mhaske reveals alarming stray animal disappearances in Thane, urges municipal and police investigation into alleged organ harvesting. Stay informed about city safety.
BJP's Churah MLA Hans Raj granted bail in POCSO case
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.
Calcutta HC Overturns Pocso Conviction, Acquits Accused
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.
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.
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.
Mumbra Train Accident: Engineers Approach Bombay HC
Two Central Railway engineers approach Bombay High Court after Thane court rejects anticipatory bail in Mumbra train accident case that killed 5 commuters. Read full details.
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.
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.
Child Malnutrition Declines in Thane District
Thane district reports a significant drop in child malnutrition cases, achieved through 100% supplementary nutrition distribution across 3,561 Anganwadi centres. Discover the details of this public health victory.
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
Thane cloth traders lose ₹2.5 crore in fraud case
Six cloth merchants in Thane were cheated of ₹2.5 crore in a sophisticated fraud scheme involving fake bank transfers and textile orders. Police have registered a case against three individuals.
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.
Thieves fire shots in Thane jewellery shop, flee empty-handed
In a dramatic failed robbery attempt, armed thieves fired two rounds inside a Thane jewellery shop before escaping without any loot. Police investigation underway.
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.
Maharashtra's oldest woman dies at 114 in Thane
A 114-year-old woman from Thane, believed to be Maharashtra's oldest person, passed away peacefully. Her family shares insights into her simple lifestyle and remarkable longevity journey.
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.
Bombay HC Protects Sanjay Gandhi National Park from Encroachment
The Bombay High Court intervenes as illegal constructions threaten Mumbai's green lung. Authorities ordered to address boundary wall issues protecting Sanjay Gandhi National Park from encroachers.
Thane Municipal Polls: Shiv Sena UBT vs MNS Battle
Exclusive: Shiv Sena UBT and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena gear up for fierce competition in Thane municipal elections. Sanjay Raut reveals strategy to win maximum seats in crucial political showdown.
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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