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.
Category : Search result: Juvenile Justice Act violation
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.
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.
Digital India Act & Your Data Rights: Critical Questions Answered
The new Digital India Act and Data Protection Act 2023 raise crucial questions about privacy, consent, and government access. Here's what every Indian needs to know about their digital rights now.
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.
Trichy Police Crackdown: Ganja & Tobacco Cases Surge in 2025
Trichy police registered 1,703 cases and arrested 1,840 people for ganja and illegal tobacco in 2025, a massive increase from 2024. SP warns of action under Goondas Act.
Foreigner arrested in Goa for fake Indian passport, Aadhaar card
Goa Crime Branch arrests a 41-year-old Philippine national for obtaining an Indian passport using forged documents. A local accomplice also held. Details on the charges under Foreigners Act and Passport Act.
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.
Nagpur: Two arrested for illegal arms, threatening videos
Wadi police in Nagpur arrested two men for illegal firearm possession and circulating threatening videos. The accused have been charged under the Arms Act and Maharashtra Police Act. Read the full details.
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.
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.
445 Drunk Driving Cases in Jaipur on New Year's Eve
Jaipur police conducted a massive New Year's eve crackdown, registering 445 drunk driving cases and seizing 84 vehicles. Read the full zone-wise breakdown and enforcement details.
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