Rahul Easwar Held for Defaming Rape Case Complainant
Activist Rahul Easwar and three others face legal action for defaming the complainant in MLA Rahul Mamkootathil rape case. Latest developments and political reactions.
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Mathura: Rape Law Pioneer Lives in Poverty at 72
Mathura, whose 1972 custodial rape case changed India's sexual assault laws, now lives paralyzed and hungry in a remote Maharashtra village. Her story sparked legal reforms but she remains excluded from digital welfare systems.
Mathura: The survivor who changed India's rape laws
Fifty years after her custodial rape case forced India to rewrite sexual assault laws, Mathura lives in poverty and neglect. Her story reveals the gap between legal reform and ground reality.
70-year-old farmer sentenced to 20 years for child rape
A 70-year-old Aligarh farmer sentenced to 20 years in prison for raping an 11-year-old girl. The court imposed a fine, with half designated as victim compensation. Read the full details.
Pune Court Acquits Father in POCSO Case After 7 Years
A Pune court acquits a man accused of raping his minor daughter after key witnesses, including the victim, deny the assault. The accused spent 7 years in jail. Read the full details.
UP teen gang-rape victim dies after forced acid drinking
A 16-year-old gang-rape victim in Hamirpur died after being forced to drink acid. Three suspects arrested as police continue investigation. Read the heartbreaking details.
13-year-old raped for year by mother's partner in Kanpur
A 13-year-old girl in Kanpur's Jajmau area was repeatedly raped by her mother's live-in partner for over a year. The accused threatened to kill her if she resisted. Police have registered a case and launched a manhunt.
Bhopal Court Acquits Man in Marriage Case After 4 Years
A tribal youth in Bhopal was acquitted of rape charges after a 4-year legal battle over his marriage to his wife, whom he married when she was allegedly a minor. The court cited lack of evidence and upheld their love marriage.
Man arrested for raping minor in Kendrapada district
A 31-year-old man arrested for allegedly raping a 10-year-old girl in Kendrapada. The accused threatened the victim with death. Medical examination confirms sexual assault.
Dehradun court acquits man in 2019 rape case
Dehradun fast-track court acquits 42-year-old man of rape charges after finding contradictions in complainant's statements and insufficient evidence. Key details from the 2019 case.
Rajkot Teachers Face Second Rape & Extortion Case
Two Rajkot school teachers booked for rape and extortion now face fresh charges for disrupting a wedding. Police continue search for accused Mukesh Solanki. Read full details.
10-Year Jail for Rapist in Alwar POCSO Case
Alwar POCSO court sentences man to 10 years imprisonment for kidnapping and raping 17-year-old girl. Court recommends ₹50,000 compensation for survivor under victim scheme.
Rape accused shot while escaping police custody in Bhopal
Salman, accused of raping a 6-year-old girl in Bhopal, was shot while attempting escape after snatching police gun. The victim remains critical at AIIMS. Full details inside.
Court acquits Murugha Mutt seer in Pocso case
Chitradurga court acquits Murugha Mutt seer Shivamurthy Murugha Sharanaru in 2022 Pocso case. Two others also cleared. State plans to appeal verdict. Details inside.
Chitradurga Seer Acquitted in POCSO Case
Chitradurga seer cleared in first POCSO case, maintains silence after verdict. Details on the acquittal and temple tributes following court decision. Read full story.
Karnataka Seer Acquitted in POCSO Case After 2 Years
Shivamurthy Murugha Sharana, head of Murugha Mutt, cleared of POCSO charges by Karnataka court. Landmark verdict ends 2-year legal battle. Read full details.
Kolkata Law College Rape: Father Faces Threats
Father of Kolkata law college gangrape victim alleges threats to withdraw case. Police begin probe as one accused remains out on bail. Family vows to continue fight for justice.
DNA evidence leads to 20-year rape sentence in Jajpur
Jajpur court convicts 32-year-old man for repeatedly raping minor, DNA test confirms paternity. Survivor awarded Rs 7 lakh compensation. Read the full details.
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.
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.
UP cop submits forged court order, faces new FIR
A UP police constable submitted a forged acquittal order to clear his name in a 2005 case during a departmental inquiry. The forgery was discovered, leading to a fresh FIR against him.
Bombay HC Final Hearing in Sohrabuddin Case in Dec
The Bombay High Court will conduct the final hearing in December on appeals challenging the acquittal of all 22 accused in the Sohrabuddin Shaikh alleged fake encounter case. Follow the latest developments.
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.
Man arrested for raping teen during Chhath in Chatra
Chatra police arrest 23-year-old man for allegedly raping 17-year-old girl during Chhath puja celebrations on October 28. The accused was a relative of the survivor's friend.
Supreme Court Acquits Surendra Koli in Nithari Case
Supreme Court overturns Surendra Koli's conviction in Nithari killings, exposing investigative failures and media trial impact. Learn how justice was compromised by public pressure.
36 Shiv Sena Leaders Cleared in 2005 Riot Case
Special court acquits MP Ravindra Waikar, former Mumbai mayor and 34 others in 2005 rioting case. Judge cites lack of evidence and identification issues. Read full details.
Nithari Case Father Dies After Perjury Conviction
Nand Lal's search for daughter Payal exposed Nithari killings, but he died convicted of perjury while the accused were acquitted. Read the tragic full story.
PM Modi meets Delhi blast victims, police hunt suspect car
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits LNJP Hospital after Red Fort car blast kills 10. Delhi Police launch massive hunt for red Ford EcoSport. Read latest updates on security situation.
Nithari Case: Surendra Koli Acquitted After 19 Years
Supreme Court acquits Surendra Koli in final Nithari killings case after 19 years in prison. Read about the legal journey and prison life of the accused.
Kerala HC Bars Automatic Acquittal for Complainant No-Show
Kerala High Court rules magistrates must apply mind before acquitting accused under CrPC Section 256 for complainant absence. Case remanded for fresh hearing. Read the legal analysis.
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