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.
Exclusive insights from child rights specialist Anant Kumar Asthana reveal why India's juvenile justice system needs fundamental reforms focused on direct accountability rather than institutionalization.
Kerala High Court rejects man's plea to register second marriage after religious conversion, ruling marriage registration must align with personal law requirements. Landmark judgment reinforces legal boundaries.
In a landmark judgment, Kerala High Court rules that first wife must be heard before registering second marriage under Muslim personal law, ensuring women's rights and preventing injustice.
In a landmark judgment, Kerala High Court rules that first wife must be heard before registering second marriage under Muslim personal law, strengthening women's rights.
In a significant development for child welfare in Karnataka, Nagalakshmi R. Kosumbe has been appointed as the new chairperson of the Karnataka Commission for Protection of Child Rights (KCPCR), bringing fresh leadership to the state's child protection ini
Discover proven strategies from paediatric experts to boost your child's height naturally. Learn about essential nutrients, hormone health, and lifestyle habits that can help your child grow taller and stronger.
Shocking rescue operation in Delhi reveals 11-year-old boy kidnapped and forced into hazardous waste collection. Police intervention ends 10-day nightmare of child labour and abuse.
Shocking details emerge from Mumbai film set where minor actors were subjected to traumatic treatment during hostage scene shooting, sparking police investigation and industry outrage.
The Supreme Court has dissolved a marriage where the couple lived separately for 15 years, noting their relationship was defined by hostility and conflict, setting an important precedent for long-term separations.
Disturbing RTI findings reveal over 180,000 children reported missing in Delhi since 2014, with nearly 50,000 still untraced. Experts call for urgent systemic reforms in child protection mechanisms.
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.
Discover why Supreme Court vacations are essential for judicial efficiency and quality judgments, not mere holidays. An in-depth analysis of how breaks sustain India's justice system.
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.
In a significant judicial development, the Supreme Court has transferred the trial of a hit-and-run accident case involving a judicial officer from Punjab to Delhi, citing concerns over fair trial proceedings.
District Commissioner Rahul Keshwani launches comprehensive campaign against child labour in Lahaul-Spiti, emphasizing education and legal protection for vulnerable children.
In a dramatic custody case, Gujarat High Court intervenes after a mother illegally takes her 4-year-old daughter to Kolkata. The court orders immediate return of the child to her father's lawful custody.
A 10-year-old girl in Himachal Pradesh's Bilaspur district has alleged severe abuse by her parents, refusing to return home. The minor is currently under Child Welfare Committee protection as authorities investigate her harrowing claims.
In an unexpected move, India's Supreme Court declines contempt proceedings against an advocate who hurled a shoe at Chief Justice Gavai, suggesting the incident should 'die a natural death'.
In a significant ruling, India's Supreme Court rejects a mother's habeas corpus petition seeking custody of her minor daughters, citing the children's settled environment and expressed wishes.
A groundbreaking government survey exposes alarming child labour crisis in Sindh, with agriculture sector employing majority of young workers. Disturbing findings reveal education deprivation and hazardous working conditions.
Every 8 minutes, a child vanishes in India. Explore the heartbreaking reality behind Bengaluru's missing children epidemic and the urgent solutions needed to save young lives.
The Supreme Court agrees to examine whether the POCSO Act is gender-neutral after a woman challenges criminal proceedings against her. Legal experts debate the interpretation of 'any person' in child protection laws.
A devastating new report reveals alarming child labour crisis in South Sudan, with 64% of children engaged in hazardous work and 45% out of school entirely.
Punjab State Commission for Protection of Child Rights initiates suo motu proceedings after shocking video surfaces showing minors being stripped and assaulted in Zirakpur. Commission demands immediate police action and detailed report.
The Supreme Court issues notice to Madhya Pradesh government after High Court's controversial decision to condone 4.5-year delay in election petition case. Judicial accountability under scanner.
Haryana State Commission for Protection of Child Rights reviews child labour eradication efforts in Panchkula, calls for stricter enforcement and rescue operations.
Explore the landmark Supreme Court marriage equality judgment's aftermath, the ongoing struggle for LGBTQ+ rights in India, and what lies ahead for the community's fight for equal citizenship.
Indian cricket vice-captain Smriti Mandhana is preparing to marry renowned music director Palash Muchhal. Get all the exclusive details about their wedding plans, love story, and how they're balancing cricket commitments with wedding preparations.
In a remarkable love story from Indonesia, a 74-year-old man pays a staggering ₹2 crore bride price to marry a woman 50 years his junior, sparking conversations about tradition and modern relationships.