Telangana Cyber Unit Registers 869 Child Abuse Cases
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Auto driver arrested for assaulting minor boy in Nedumangad
A 60-year-old autorickshaw driver in Nedumangad was arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a 13-year-old boy over several months. The case came to light after vigilant locals intervened. Read the full report.
Teen Girl Sexually Harassed by Minors in Hubballi
A 15-year-old girl was sexually harassed by three minors in Hubballi. Police have registered a case under the POCSO Act. Details on the incident and legal action.
BJP's Mangesh Zhine: From Bill Distributor to Candidate
BJP shocks Akola by picking Mangesh Zhine, a daily-wage worker, over a veteran for a civic poll. This move, seen as reviving the party's grassroots narrative, sets up a high-stakes contest. Read the full story.
Akola Mosque Meeting Decides Candidate Via Draw, Sparks Row
A video from Akola shows a meeting in a mosque deciding a civic poll candidate via draw of lots, triggering a debate on religion and politics. Read the full story.
Akola Cop Suspended for Stalking Woman
Sub-Inspector Shankar Bonde suspended after serious allegations of harassment & stalking a woman in Akola. Case registered under new Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita sections. Read the full details.
Vidarbha to Get 4 Umed Malls for Rural Women SHGs
Maharashtra govt approves 13 Umed Malls statewide, with 4 in Vidarbha, to provide permanent market access for women self-help groups. A Rs 20 crore initiative set to benefit 60 lakh families.
Life term for man who raped 4-year-old in Pune public toilet
A Pune court has sentenced a 32-year-old man to rigorous life imprisonment for kidnapping and raping a four-year-old girl in Junnar in 2018. The judge cited the victim's age and the brutality of the daytime crime.
Akola Murder: Friend Kills Man After Drunken Fight
A man in Akola was brutally murdered by his friend after a drunken argument. The accused, Nitesh Janjal, has been arrested by Civil Lines police. Details of the tragic incident inside.
1,581 Candidates Vie for Vidarbha Civic Bodies
Chandrapur, Amravati, and Akola municipal elections see intense multi-cornered contests with 1,581 candidates. BJP and Congress grapple with rebels as alliances face complications.
Bhadohi Woman Alleges Abuse Over Hidden Marriage, FIR Filed
A woman in Uttar Pradesh's Bhadohi files FIR against husband and in-laws, alleging abuse after they concealed her marriage. Police launch investigation into the serious charges.
Why parents shouldn't undress in front of young children
Parenting expert Dr Anuradha explains how teaching privacy and nudity early helps set boundaries and protect kids from abuse. Learn key lessons for cautious parenting.
Delhi POCSO Cases: High Disposal, Higher Backlog
Delhi courts disposed more POCSO cases than registered in 2025, yet a massive backlog of decade-old cases and a 9% conviction rate plague the system. A new report calls for urgent judicial reforms.
Young Akola Couple Found Dead on Railway Track
A young couple from Akola district was found dead on a railway track. Police suspect suicide due to family opposition to their relationship. Read the full story.
20-Year Jail for Man Who Impregnated 17-Year-Old in Gujarat
A Mehsana POCSO court sentenced Kanji Thakor to 20 years in jail and a Rs 30,000 fine for impregnating a minor. The court also ordered Rs 1.5 lakh compensation for the victim. Read the full details.
Delhi Second-Highest in POCSO Case Disposal Rate
A new report reveals Delhi's high disposal rate for POCSO cases, highlighting progress and challenges in justice for child sexual abuse victims. Read the key findings.
Infant Allegedly Raped by Relative in Morena, Condition Critical
A three-month-old girl was allegedly raped by a close relative in Morena. The accused, intoxicated, has been arrested under POCSO. The infant is in critical condition, referred to Gwalior. Read the full report.
Akola candidate pays nomination fee in coins, delays process
Laxmikant Agrawal filed his nomination for Akola civic polls with a deposit of Rs 5,000 in small coins and notes. Election officials accepted the money, causing a brief delay. Read more.
Lokayukta Arrests SPP in Bribery Case
Karnataka Lokayukta police arrest a Special Public Prosecutor on bribery charges. The SPP was handling a caste abuse case from Telangana. Read the full details.
BJP's strategic U-turn: Rebel leader returns to party in Akola
Ahead of Akola Municipal Corporation elections, BJP re-inducts rebel Harish Alimchandani, causing internal friction. His 2024 rebellion cost BJP the seat. Will this gamble pay off?
Violence in Vidarbha Over Civic Poll Ticket Denial
Violence and protests erupted across Vidarbha as Shiv Sena and BJP cadres revolted after being denied tickets for the civic polls. Clashes reported in Amravati, Akola, and Chandrapur.
Karnataka POCSO Cases Soar, 50% Young Inmates Involved
KSCPCR member KT Thippeswamy reveals alarming rise in POCSO cases in Karnataka, with 50% of young inmates involved. He calls for urgent child protection measures and awareness.
Kerala priest arrested in Canada for sexual assault
Father James Cherickal, a Syro-Malabar priest from Kerala, arrested in Canada on charges of sexual assault and sexual interference involving a minor. The Archdiocese of Toronto has removed him from ministry.
Akola Girl Abused by Kin, Neighbour; Two Arrested
A 12-year-old girl in Akola's Telhara was allegedly abused by her father, uncle & a 67-year-old neighbour for 6 months. The case came to light after she confided in a teacher. Read the shocking details.
Akola Toll Plaza Violence: Staff Attack Motorists Over Fee Row
A dispute over toll collection at Savarkhed plaza on Akola-Washim highway turned violent. Staff allegedly assaulted local motorists with sticks & pipes. One critically injured. Police register case.
Russell Brand Hit With New Rape, Assault Charges
British prosecutors file new rape & sexual assault charges against comedian Russell Brand, involving two more women. Trial scheduled for June 2025. Read the latest details.
Fake Epstein Letter to Nassar in Released DOJ Documents
A disturbing letter attributed to Jeffrey Epstein and addressed to disgraced doctor Larry Nassar surfaced in newly released documents. The DOJ has confirmed the letter is fake. Details inside.
83-year jail term for man who assaulted 11-year-old niece
Thiruvananthapuram court sentences 40-year-old Manu to 83 years rigorous imprisonment for sexually assaulting his 11-year-old niece. He was also fined Rs 1 lakh. Read the full details of the shocking case.
Epstein's Letter to Convicted Doctor Nassar Surfaces
A disturbing letter from Jeffrey Epstein to disgraced doctor Larry Nassar surfaces in new DOJ files, revealing shocking claims and reigniting public outrage. Read the full details here.
Congress' Afrin Parveen Ends Khatib Family's 65-Year Rule in Balapur
Dr. Afrin Parveen, a 30-year-old BHMS doctor, makes history in Akola's Balapur by defeating the Khatib family's 65-year dominance. She is now the youngest-ever municipal council president. Discover her vision for the town's future.
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