Khandwa Molestation Case Escalates to Murder, 3 Arrested
A molestation complaint in Khandwa's Bhakarada village led to violent clashes and a man's death. Police have arrested three and invoked murder and SC/ST Act charges. Read the full details.
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Karnataka HC quashes dowry FIR, cites abuse of law
Karnataka High Court quashes dowry harassment FIR, observing 'indiscriminate roping in' of in-laws. Justice Nagaprasanna says complaint of marital discord fell short of statutory cruelty. Read the full judgment details.
SC Suggests 'Romeo-Juliet' Exception for POCSO Act
The Supreme Court proposes a 'Romeo-Juliet' clause in the POCSO Act to prevent criminalising consensual teen relationships. Read about the legal debate and its implications.
24 Repeat Child Sex Offenders Held in Telangana
Telangana Police's Operation 'POCSO Repeat Offenders' leads to the arrest of 24 individuals with prior convictions for child sexual abuse. Learn about the crackdown and its impact on child safety.
AP HC Quashes Life Terms in 2013 Murder & Goat Theft Case
Andhra Pradesh High Court acquits four men in 2013 murder case, citing prosecution's failure to establish complete chain of circumstantial evidence. Key witnesses turned hostile.
Bombay HC quashes Nagpur land dispute FIR from 1990s
Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court dismisses a 2021 FIR over a land dispute from the 1990s, calling it an abuse of legal process. The court sets aside the chargesheet and all proceedings. Read the full details.
Death for father who raped, impregnated 14-year-old daughter
A special POCSO court in Tirunelveli has sentenced a man to death for sexually assaulting and impregnating his 14-year-old daughter. This is the second such verdict in two weeks. Read the shocking details.
20-Year Sentence for Man Who Raped 5-Year-Old in Ghaziabad
A special Pocso court in Ghaziabad has sentenced a man to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for the 2018 abduction and rape of a five-year-old girl. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 1.1 lakh for the survivor's rehabilitation.
UP Has Highest Backlog of Pocso Cases in India
Uttar Pradesh accounts for one-third of India's pending Pocso cases. A new study reveals a high disposal rate but low convictions, highlighting systemic challenges.
HC: Single POCSO Offence Enough for Goondas Act Detention
Madras High Court ruled a solitary sexual assault on a minor justifies detention under the Goondas Act, dismissing a plea against a man held in a Thanjavur POCSO case. Read the full legal analysis.
Gujarat HC grants bail to juvenile, orders father supervision
Gujarat High Court releases a juvenile on bail in a POCSO case after an out-of-court settlement. The father must ensure he doesn't fall into 'bad company' and probation officers will monitor quarterly.
Ghaziabad man gets 4 years jail in 12-year-old POCSO case
A Ghaziabad court acquits a man of rape charges but sentences him to 4 years for aiding his brother in kidnapping a minor girl in a 2013 case. Read the full details of the verdict.
SC quashes rape conviction, cites marriage as resolution
The Supreme Court overturned a rape conviction after the accused and victim married. The bench noted a 'sixth sense' that parties could unite. Read the full details of this landmark chamber interaction.
Bombay HC quashes FIR as parties settle dispute amicably
Bombay High Court quashes an FIR of sexual assault after noting the parties settled amicably and the complainant no longer wished to pursue the case. Read the full details and court's observations.
Karnataka HC permits termination for minor rape survivor
Karnataka High Court permits termination of 26-week pregnancy for a 17-year-old rape survivor, citing protection of her 'honour and dignity' as paramount. Read the full legal analysis.
J&K High Court quashes dowry FIR, warns against misuse
Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court quashes a dowry cruelty FIR, ruling criminal law cannot be a tool for personal vendetta. Justice Sanjay Parihar delivered the verdict on December 26, 2025. Read the full analysis.
Bombay HC Quashes Sexual Assault FIR After Amicable Settlement
Bombay High Court quashes an FIR in a sexual assault case after the parties settled. The woman had met the accused on a matrimonial website. Read the full legal details.
SC quashes rape conviction after couple marries in 2025
The Supreme Court of India overturned a man's rape conviction, citing a 'sixth sense' that led to judicial intervention and the couple's subsequent marriage in July 2025. Read the full story.
Delhi HC Quashes Disciplinary Order Against Former CISF Officer
Delhi High Court restores honour of former CISF officer, quashing a 2014 disciplinary order for alleged misconduct. Justice Chandra Dhari Singh's landmark ruling highlights procedural lapses.
Hassan Judge: Police Must Understand Child Laws, Act Swiftly
Senior judge BK Dakshayini calls for urgent police action on child marriage & abuse in Hassan. Training held on POCSO, Juvenile Justice Acts. Learn the key directives.
SC Overturns Rape Conviction, Cites 'Sixth Sense' for Mediation
The Supreme Court acquits a man in a 2013 rape case, citing a 'sixth sense' that the parties could reconcile. The bench emphasized the need for nuance in consent cases. Read the full legal analysis.
HC quashes forgery case against shooter Vartika Singh
Allahabad High Court dismisses forgery case against international shooter Vartika Singh, citing lack of evidence. Details on the court's ruling and the shooter's relief.
HC Quashes 17-Year-Old Land Acquisition for NICE Road
Karnataka High Court cancels land acquisition for NICE Road notified in 2007, citing inordinate delay and violation of landowners' rights. A major victory for affected farmers.
HC quashes cheating case against shooter Vartika Singh
Allahabad HC clears international shooter Vartika Singh in a cheating case linked to an NCW berth bribe demand of Rs 25 lakh. Court cites lack of evidence. Read details.
SC Ends Sandesara Dispute, Rs 5,100 Cr to Banks
India's Supreme Court closes the Sandesara financial dispute, directing Rs 5,100 crore to banks and quashing all criminal cases. Read the full details of the landmark settlement.
SC Quashes Patna HC Bail for 5 Accused in Armed Assault
Supreme Court cancels bail for five habitual offenders, ruling criminal antecedents are vital in bail decisions. Read the full analysis of the landmark judgment.
20-Year RI for Man Who Raped 8-Year-Old in Cuttack
A special POCSO court in Cuttack sentenced a 22-year-old man to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for raping an 8-year-old girl. The court also imposed a fine and recommended Rs 4 lakh compensation for the survivor.
Kanpur: 6-Year Jail Term for Man Under POCSO Act
A Kanpur court convicted Harnam Singh to six years rigorous imprisonment for molesting a 9-year-old girl. The judge also imposed a fine of Rs 30,000, with Rs 20,000 to be paid as compensation to the victim.
189 Yadgir Girls in Child Marriage, Lose Govt Benefits
189 beneficiaries of Karnataka's Bhagyalakshmi scheme in Yadgir were subjected to child marriage, depriving them of financial aid and inviting legal action. DC warns of strict measures.
Congress Protests in Patna Over National Herald Case
Congress workers in Patna protested against BJP's alleged misuse of agencies after a Delhi court rejected the ED's chargesheet against Sonia and Rahul Gandhi. Read the full story.
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