Woman acquitted after 7 years in Thane prostitution case
A Thane court acquits a 52-year-old woman in a 2018 prostitution case, citing lack of evidence and failure to examine key witnesses. Read the full details of the legal battle.
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Thane Court Acquits Tailor in 2020 Murder Case
A Thane sessions court acquitted a 24-year-old tailor accused of murdering his stepmother in 2020, citing a lack of conclusive evidence and serious flaws in the prosecution's case. Read the full details of the verdict.
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.
Prosecution to Appeal Dileep's Acquittal in Actor Assault Case
The prosecution in the Kerala actor assault case has termed the acquittal of actor Dileep as unsustainable, stating it will file an appeal soon. The report criticizes the court's appreciation of evidence.
Prosecution to Appeal Dileep's Acquittal in Actress Assault Case
The Kerala prosecution will soon file an appeal against actor Dileep's acquittal in the 2017 actress assault case, terming the trial court's verdict 'unsustainable in law.' Get the latest details.
Thane Court: 'I Love You' Not Enough for Pocso Conviction
A Thane court acquitted a man accused of stalking and harassing a minor, ruling that saying 'I love you' without physical contact or clear sexual intent doesn't constitute an offence under IPC or Pocso Act. Read the detailed legal analysis.
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.
Thane court acquits man in minor stalking case
A Thane court acquits labourer Mayuresh Shelke of stalking a minor, finding no sexual intent in his 2019 actions. Read the full details of the verdict.
Mumbai Court Acquits Man in Rape Case After 10 Years
A Mumbai sessions court acquitted a man accused of raping his daughter-in-law, citing unreliable evidence and a suspicious delay in reporting. The judge highlighted contradictions in testimony and a possible financial motive.
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.
Thane court acquits man in wife murder case
A Thane court acquitted a man accused of murdering his wife in 2021, stating the prosecution failed to prove foundational facts. The judge ordered his immediate release. Read the full details.
Kerala Govt to Appeal in Actor Assault Case, Challenge Acquittals
Kerala government will appeal the 2017 actor abduction and rape case verdict, challenging the acquittal of actor Dileep and three others. The appeal will be filed in the High Court this week.
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.
Goa activist to move HC against acquittal in assault case
Activist Rama Kankonkar will approach the Bombay High Court, challenging the acquittal of Zenito Cardozo and six others in his 2025 assault case. He alleges police inaction and political influence.
South Goa Court Acquits Five in 2018 Attempt to Murder Case
South Goa's Additional Sessions Court acquits five men in a 2018 Colva attempted murder case, citing major flaws in the prosecution's evidence. Read the full details of the court's decision.
Chandigarh court acquits girl in father's murder case
A Chandigarh district court acquits a 19-year-old girl accused of murdering her father in 2023, citing major evidence gaps and witness inconsistencies. Read the full story.
Chandigarh court acquits teen in father's murder case
A Chandigarh district court acquits a 19-year-old girl accused of murdering her father in 2023, citing major inconsistencies in evidence and witness testimony. Read the full story.
Man acquitted in 1974 Pune robbery case after 51 years
A Pune court acquits a man accused in a 1974 robbery due to lack of evidence and witnesses. The case involved a wristwatch worth Rs 60. Read the full story.
Thane Court Acquits Duo in 2022 Murder Case
A Thane court acquits a 69-year-old man and his son in a 2022 murder case due to insufficient evidence. Read the full details of the verdict and the court's reasoning.
Agra man acquitted after 13 years in wrongful power theft case
A 73-year-old retired clerk from Agra finally cleared his name after a 13-year legal ordeal in a mistaken identity electricity theft case. The court acquitted him, paving the way for action against the real offender. Read his fight for justice.
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.
Chandigarh Court Acquits Asha in Father Murder Case
A Chandigarh district court acquitted 21-year-old Asha of murdering her father, citing lack of credible evidence and witness contradictions. Read the full details of the verdict.
Rats Eat 200 Kg Ganja Evidence in Jharkhand Drug Case
A Jharkhand court acquitted drug case accused after police claimed rats ate 200 kg of seized ganja. The bizarre incident raises serious questions about evidence handling. Read the full story.
20-Year Jail for Man Who Impregnated 17-Year-Old in Gujarat
A Mehsana POCSO court sentenced Kanji Thakor to 20 years in jail and a Rs 30,000 fine for impregnating a minor. The court also ordered Rs 1.5 lakh compensation for the victim. Read the full details.
Rats devour ganja samples, 5 acquitted in Mumbai drug case
A Mumbai court acquitted five alleged drug traffickers after prosecution's ganja samples were eaten by rats. Judge cites procedural lapses & lack of evidence. Read the shocking details.
Srinagar court acquits 3 in terror case over evidence flaws
A TADA court in Srinagar acquitted three men accused of terror links, citing serious shortcomings in prosecution evidence and witness identification. Read the full details of the judgment.
Srinagar Court Acquits Three in 2022 Arms Case
A sessions court in Jammu and Kashmir acquitted three men arrested in 2022 for alleged arms possession, citing the prosecution's failure to prove the case beyond reasonable doubt. Read the full details of the judgment.
Allahabad HC Acquits 3 After 38 Years in Jail
The Allahabad High Court acquitted three men who served 38 years of life sentence, calling it a 'blind murder' case. The prosecution failed to prove guilt beyond reasonable doubt. Read the shocking details of this legal failure.
J&K Court Acquits 3 in 13-Year-Old Terror Case
A Jammu and Kashmir court has acquitted three men after a 13-year trial, citing insufficient evidence. The accused were charged under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. Read the full details of the verdict.
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