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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

19-yr-old arrested for raping minor in Sundargarh

Odisha police swiftly apprehend a 19-year-old youth for allegedly kidnapping and raping a 17-year-old girl in Sundargarh district. The accused, known to the victim, faces serious charges under POCSO Act.

Delhi: 3 juveniles held for minor girl's sexual assault

In a disturbing incident from Delhi, three juveniles have been taken into custody for allegedly sexually assaulting a minor girl. The accused, all known to the victim, were apprehended following a police complaint.

Mangaluru Police Use KCoca Against 3 Criminals

Mangaluru Police invoke tough KCoca provisions against three accused including notorious rowdy sheeter in major crime crackdown. Details of the case and charges revealed.

MP cop cleared in 25,000 kg opium seizure case

Madhya Pradesh police constable gets clean chit after being named in FIR related to one of India's biggest narcotics hauls. Investigation reveals lack of evidence against the officer.

Bihar MLA Anant Singh Arrested in Mokama Case Before Elections

Controversial Bihar MLA Anant Singh, known as 'Chhote Sarkar', has been arrested in connection with the Mokama student assault case, creating political tremors just before the state elections. Get the full story on this dramatic development.

Bengaluru Professor Gets Bail in Stalking Case

A Bengaluru professor faces serious charges of stalking, criminal intimidation, and sexual harassment against a former employee. Get the latest updates on the bail conditions and ongoing investigation in this high-profile case.

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.

Tribal Land Rights Disparities Exposed Across India

Jharkhand MP Jiten Choudhary reveals alarming inconsistencies in tribal land protection laws across India, highlighting how some states leave indigenous communities vulnerable to displacement and exploitation.

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.

Gujarat HC suspends Rajkumar Santoshi's jail term

In a major development, the Gujarat High Court has suspended filmmaker Rajkumar Santoshi's jail sentence in a high-profile ₹1 crore cheque bounce case. Get the complete details about the legal reprieve and case background.

UP cop carries disabled man on shoulders at station

A Uttar Pradesh police officer's extraordinary compassion goes viral as he carries a person with disability on his shoulders through crowded railway station, setting new standard for humanity.

Court rejects divorce plea in godman follower case

In a landmark ruling, Uttarakhand High Court rejects a woman's divorce petition against her husband who abandoned family life to follow a spiritual guru, citing insufficient grounds for dissolution.

Himachal drug peddler gets 5-year jail for heroin

Special Court convicts drug dealer with 5-year rigorous imprisonment and ₹40,000 fine for heroin possession in Himachal Pradesh, marking significant victory in state's war against drugs.

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.

Bihar Drug War: 1946 Arrested in 8 Months

Economic Offences Unit cracks down on narcotics trade with massive arrests and property seizures across Bihar. Exclusive data reveals shocking scale of drug enforcement operations.

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