Belagavi Sugar Factory Blast Toll Rises to 7
A tragic explosion at Inamdar Sugars in Belagavi during valve replacement work has now claimed seven lives. Eight others suffered severe burns in the incident that occurred on Wednesday.
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Belagavi fast-tracks stray dog control after child attack
Belagavi administration launches a comprehensive action plan, including a new shelter and sterilisation drive, following public outrage over a stray dog attack on a toddler. Read the full story.
Belagavi Sugar Factory Accident: Death Toll 7, 3 Booked
Death toll in Belagavi sugar factory boiler accident rises to seven. Police book three officers for negligence as families demand compensation. Read the full report.
Belagavi sugar factory explosion death toll rises to 7
The death toll from the devastating boiler explosion at a sugar factory in Belagavi, Karnataka, has risen to seven. Authorities have concluded rescue operations at the site of the industrial accident.
Belagavi Court's Tough Pocso Rulings Deter Crimes Against Minors
Belagavi's Fast Track Court delivers 73 verdicts in 2 years, including death sentences & 35-year jail terms for child rapists. Judge Pushpalatha leads a zero-tolerance approach. Read more.
One Dead in Belagavi Sugar Factory Boiler Explosion
A tragic boiler explosion at a sugar factory in Karnataka's Belagavi district has resulted in one fatality and three injuries. Details on the incident and ongoing investigation.
Congress leader's driver stabbed in Belagavi
In a shocking incident, the driver of youth leader Mrinal Hebbalkar was brutally stabbed by bike-borne assailants in Belagavi. Read the latest updates on the attack and the ongoing police investigation.
Meghalaya HC Grants Bail in Consensual POCSO Case
Meghalaya High Court grants bail to a 24-year-old in a POCSO case, noting a consensual romantic relationship. Justice Diengdoh cites Supreme Court's stance that punishing adolescent boys was never the Act's objective. 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 issues show cause notice to POCSO judge, prosecutor
MP High Court issues show cause notice to a POCSO judge and prosecutor for ignoring a medical report proving the survivor was an adult, leading to a man's wrongful 3-year imprisonment.
Toddler Mauled by Stray Dogs in Belagavi's Azad Nagar
A 2-year-old boy was brutally attacked by 7-8 stray dogs in Belagavi. The incident has sparked public outrage over the city's growing stray dog menace and civic inaction.
Belagavi Crime Doubles in 2025, Sharp Rise in Drug & Arms Cases
Belagavi police data reveals a 95% jump in illegal activities in 2025, with 461 cases. NDPS offences surged to 210, and illegal arms cases increased tenfold. Explore the full report and the challenges for law enforcement.
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.
Belagavi Air Travel: Relief & Uncertainty on Key Routes
Star Air restarts Belagavi-Ahmedabad bookings from Jan 15, but Jaipur service remains suspended. Passenger confidence wanes amid poor communication and prior route cuts. #Belagavi #AirTravel
Serious Lapses by Belagavi Police in POCSO Case
An official inquiry exposes serious lapses by Belagavi police in handling a POCSO case. Disciplinary action initiated against three officers. Read the full report.
Belagavi Chooses Beer Over Whisky for New Year 2026
Belagavi's New Year celebrations saw a cultural shift as beer consumption rose to 1,62,344 bottles, overtaking traditional winter whisky. Explore the changing drinking trends in Karnataka.
Security Lapse at Hindalaga Jail as Contraband Thrown Over Wall
CCTV captures a masked man throwing packets containing mobile phones and suspected drugs into Belagavi's Hindalaga Central Jail, raising serious security concerns. Police investigation underway.
MP HC: Minor's consent immaterial, upholds 20-yr POCSO sentence
Madhya Pradesh High Court refuses to suspend 20-year sentence in POCSO case, stating marriage and child during bail are immaterial. Consent of a minor is not valid in law. Read the full judgement details.
Belagavi Flyover Awaits Public Feedback Before Start
Belagavi's proposed flyover project will only be implemented after public consultation. A meeting on Jan 6 will gather stakeholder feedback. The project, approved in three phases, aims to ease traffic.
Belagavi civic staff demand union meeting after 10 years
Belagavi City Corporation employees submit memorandum, accusing union leadership of failing to address grievances for a decade. They demand immediate general body meeting.
SC Stays Bail for Kuldeep Sengar in Unnao Rape Case
Supreme Court halts Delhi HC bail for ex-BJP MLA Kuldeep Sengar, convicted in Unnao minor rape case. Key legal questions on public servant status under POCSO raised. Read the full story.
AIDSO Demands Probe into RCU Belagavi Corruption Scandal
AIDSO demands an independent probe into alleged multi-crore corruption at Rani Channamma University, citing tender cost escalation and bribery. Read more.
SC Stays HC Order Suspending Sengar's Life Sentence
Supreme Court halts Delhi HC order suspending Kuldeep Sengar's life sentence in Unnao rape case. CBI challenged HC's view that MLA is not a 'public servant' under POCSO. Read the full legal battle details.
SC Stays Release of Unnao Rape Convict Kuldeep Sengar
Supreme Court stays Delhi HC order suspending life sentence of ex-BJP MLA Kuldeep Sengar in Unnao rape case. Daughter Ishita pens emotional open letter.
SC Stays Bail for Kuldeep Sengar in Unnao Rape Case
The Supreme Court has halted the Delhi HC's bail order for ex-BJP MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar, convicted in the Unnao rape case. He remains jailed in a separate case. Read the full details.
Belagavi-Mumbai flight suspended, connectivity reduced
Belagavi's air connectivity suffers a major blow as the Mumbai flight is suspended from Dec 26, reducing direct links to just five cities. Locals express shock and disappointment.
CBI to SC: HC erred in not calling MLA a public servant in Pocso case
CBI tells Supreme Court Delhi HC wrongly granted bail to ex-MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar, ignoring SC's ruling that lawmakers are public servants. Hearing set for Dec 29.
Belagavi School Headmaster Arrested in POCSO Case
Belagavi police arrest school headmaster accused of misconduct with a student. The case, registered suo motu, sparked political controversy. Details inside.
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