Second NEET Aspirant's Death in Patna Sparks Outrage
A 15-year-old NEET aspirant died by suicide in her Patna hostel, with her father alleging harassment by minors. This comes amid protests over another student's death earlier this month.
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High Court Rejects Adult Trial for Minor in Murder Case
The Punjab and Haryana High Court dismissed a plea to try a woman as an adult for her mother-in-law's murder, citing her tender age and early marriage at the time of the incident.
Kerala Teen's Alleged Rape-Murder Linked to Relationship Dispute
Malappuram police chief reveals primary investigation points to romantic relationship disagreements as motive in alleged rape and murder of 14-year-old girl. Detailed probe continues.
Jabalpur Court Jails Domestic Help for Child Abuse
A Jabalpur court sentenced a domestic helper to three years in prison for repeatedly assaulting and starving a two-year-old boy. The abuse was captured on home CCTV footage installed by the worried parents.
Kerala HC Tightens POCSO Age Proof Rules
Kerala High Court clarifies that victim age in POCSO cases can be proven through any legal method, not just Juvenile Justice Act, making it harder for perpetrators to exploit technicalities.
Mathura: Teen Detained for Alleged Rape of 5-Year-Old Girl
A 15-year-old boy was detained in Mathura district for the alleged rape of a five-year-old girl. The case is registered under BNS and Pocso Act, with the accused to face the Juvenile Justice Board.
Bijnor Burglary: Three Arrested in Magistrate's Home Theft
Police in Bijnor have arrested three people, including two women, for a burglary at a juvenile justice board magistrate's residence. Stolen gold ornaments traced to the prime accused's girlfriend led to the arrests.
Patna HC Orders Rs 5 Lakh Compensation for Illegally Jailed Teen
The Patna High Court has directed the Bihar government to pay Rs 5 lakh compensation to a 15-year-old boy who was illegally arrested and detained for over two-and-a-half months despite being exonerated.
Ahmedabad Court Orders New Psychological Test for Juvenile
A city sessions court in Ahmedabad has ordered a fresh psychological assessment of a juvenile accused in a builder's murder case to decide if he should be tried as an adult.
PNGRB Launches Think Gas's National Drive 2.0 for Clean Fuel Push
PNGRB Chairperson launches Think Gas's National Drive 2.0, a major initiative to accelerate PNG and CNG adoption across India. Discover the plan for expanding clean energy access.
Patna HC Slams Police, Orders Rs 5 Lakh for Minor's Illegal Arrest
The Patna High Court has declared the arrest of a 15-year-old boy unlawful, ordering Bihar to pay Rs 5 lakh compensation. The court slammed police for misuse of power and the magistrate's failure.
Haryana GRP's 5-month, 500-village hunt nabs kidnapper
A 15-year-old boy's ordeal of kidnapping & bonded labour led GRP on a massive 5-month search across Haryana & UP. Read how relentless cops brought the accused to justice.
Bihar DGP: Ensure Compassion in Juvenile Cases, Boost Police-Gram Katchahri Ties
Bihar DGP Vinay Kumar urged DSPs to ensure effective supervision of juvenile cases, emphasizing care & compassion. Over 65 officers trained on JJ & POCSO Acts with UNICEF & CNLU. Learn how Gram Katchahris can resolve minor disputes.
Justice Manoj Kumar Gupta Takes Oath as Uttarakhand HC CJ
Justice Manoj Kumar Gupta was sworn in as the new Chief Justice of the Uttarakhand High Court. Governor Lt Gen Gurmit Singh (Retd) administered the oath in Dehradun. Read about the ceremony and his legal journey.
Two minors held for assaulting boy in Pilibhit
Two minor boys, aged 11 and 15, have been taken into custody in Pilibhit for allegedly sexually assaulting an eight-year-old. The case is registered under BNS and POCSO. Read the full details.
Man held for kidnapping, assaulting 15-year-old boy in Mapusa
A Mapusa court remanded a 34-year-old man to five days police custody for allegedly kidnapping & sexually assaulting a 15-year-old. Read the full details of the case.
Two minors sent to juvenile home for assault in Pilibhit
Two minor boys, aged 11 and 15, have been sent to a juvenile shelter for allegedly sexually assaulting an eight-year-old boy in Pilibhit. The 11-year-old accused is the survivor's cousin. Read the full report.
Justice Dere's Farewell Message: Be Champions of Justice
In her farewell at Bombay HC, Justice Revati Mohite Dere, elevated as Meghalaya CJ, urged lawyers to speak up for the oppressed, champion causes & uphold the Constitution.
UP: 3 Juveniles Gang-Rape 17-Year-Old, Sent to Correctional Home
A 17-year-old girl was gang-raped by three juveniles in Uttar Pradesh. A case under BNS and POCSO Act was registered. The accused have been sent to a correctional home. Read the full report.
HC Frees Man After 13 Years, He Was Juvenile in 2003 Murder
Uttarakhand High Court orders immediate release of Mobin, who served 13+ years for a 2003 murder, after confirming he was a minor. Read the full legal journey here.
3 Boys Held for Stone-Pelting on Bengaluru Devotees
Three minor boys detained for stone-pelting at Om Shakti devotees in Bengaluru's JJ Nagar. A woman was injured, sparking protests. Police probe ongoing under SC/ST Act & BNS.
Karnataka Forms District Boards for Juvenile Age Checks
Karnataka establishes district-level medical boards to determine the age of juveniles in conflict with the law, ensuring accurate assessments and proper legal procedures. Learn about the new policy.
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.
US Bans Adoptions from 39 Countries Under New Travel Rules
The Trump administration's expanded travel ban now suspends all adoption visas from 39 nations, including Nigeria and Haiti. Experts call it a major, underreported shift in policy. Read the full list and implications.
Nagpur: 12-Year-Old Boy Chained by Parents for 2 Months
A 12-year-old boy in Nagpur was rescued after being chained for two months by his parents. The case highlights severe child rights violations. Read the full story.
Nagpur Boy Rescued After Being Chained by Parents for Months
A 12-year-old boy in Nagpur was rescued after being allegedly chained & locked by his parents for hours daily over two months. He is now in a govt home. #ChildRights #Nagpur
Nagpur Boy Chained by Parents Rescued via Child Helpline 1098
A 12-year-old boy in Nagpur, found chained and locked by his parents, was rescued by the District Child Protection Cell. The child, with severe bruises, is now safe. Read the full story.
Celebrities Who Chose Adoption: Jolie, Sen, Tandon
Explore the inspiring journeys of 7 global celebrities, from Angelina Jolie to Sushmita Sen, who built their families through adoption. Discover their stories and the impact they've made.
Illegal Child Care Centre Exposed in Chennai, 21 Rescued
A routine check on East Coast Road led to the discovery of an illegal child care centre in Chennai. Officials found 21 children in confined rooms without mandatory surveillance. The centre has been sealed.
Chandigarh CCPCR advisory to stop minors accessing liquor
Chandigarh Commission for Child Rights issues advisory to Excise Dept ahead of New Year, urging strict checks to prevent minors from accessing alcohol & tobacco. Read the key measures.
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