Maharashtra Legislative Council's Deputy Chairperson Neelam Gorhe will visit 'Mathura', the survivor of the landmark 1972 custodial rape case, within a week. Read about the renewed support and the case that changed India's laws.
A 24-year-old man accused of raping a minor girl in Hamirpur was found hanging from a tree. Police are investigating the case as the victim recovers. Read the full details.
The long-awaited Vadaperumbakkam bridge in North Chennai is set to open, easing traffic for Manali and Madhavaram. Read about the project's journey and impact.
MetroWater hikes pre-booked water tanker prices in Chennai by 16% to 46% from Dec 5. Residents and businesses face higher costs as tanker reliance grows. Details inside.
Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) leader Kamlesh Rai arrested in Bihar's Rohtas district for abduction and rape of a minor. Medical examination confirms the crime. Details inside.
Govt Upgraded Higher Primary School, Haleneranki in Kadaba taluk marks 100 years with new classrooms, computer lab, and English-medium section. See how community support fueled its revival.
Coimbatore mahila court sentences A Sahul Hameed to 10 years rigorous imprisonment for raping an elderly woman and stealing her gold chain. Read the full details of the shocking case.
Chennai enjoys a pleasant start to December with a high of 28.2°C, an 88% chance of evening showers, and excellent air quality (AQI 22). Plan your week with our detailed forecast.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor asserts that India must criminalize marital rape to protect women's dignity and ensure equality. He criticizes the current legal exception as a colonial relic.
A man absconding for five years in a 2019 Mogappair minor gang rape case was arrested in Chromepet. The accused had been evading trial since 2020.
Chennai gears up for its second fully air-conditioned suburban train by early 2026 to enhance passenger comfort. However, the first AC service on the Beach-Tambaram-Chengalpattu route faces low ridership, carrying only 2,800 daily against a 40,000 capacit
Chennai faces a wet December 5 with 96% rain chance, temps 24-28°C. Good AQI of 22 holds. Weekly outlook & planning tips inside. Plan your week!
Chennai's plan to create a seventh reservoir at Retteri Lake, worth ₹43 crore, is stuck for two years due to encroachments and sewage inflow. The project aimed to add 10MLD water supply.
Three staff members of a Chennai private school arrested after a 17-year-old student reported rape. Headmaster, teacher charged with attempting to cover up the crime under POCSO Act.
Chennai Metro's Phase II barricaded walkways, costing ~₹30 crore, are poorly lit, unsafe, and causing daily hardship. Officials promise removal by 2028, but pedestrians demand immediate fixes.
Delhi High Court upholds conviction of man for 2017 rape in Deer Park, Hauz Khas, cancels his bail. Court notes survivor's testimony 'remains consistent to the core', backed by medical & DNA evidence.
A 16-year-old student in MP's Sidhi was allegedly gang-raped by four over several days. The main accused lured her into a relationship. Police have registered a POCSO case. Read the full report.
A 26-year-old man was apprehended for allegedly raping a minor distant relative in a Kanpur village field. The incident occurred after a wedding in Fatehpur. Police have registered a case and sent the girl for medical examination.
Unauthorized parking on OMR service lanes at key junctions is crippling traffic flow. Residents blame shops, malls, and colleges. Authorities struggle with enforcement despite complaints.
A Noida court sentenced IIT Jodhpur professor Vivek Vijay Vargia to 10 years rigorous imprisonment for raping a former student in 2019. The court found the evidence credible.
Chennai faces heavy rainfall on December 3, 2025, with temps of 24.2°C-27°C. The city enjoys 'good' air quality with AQI 22. Get details on the forecast and resident advisory.
An IIT Jodhpur associate professor receives 10 years rigorous imprisonment for raping a former student in 2019. The fast-track court convicts him based on forensic and CCTV evidence.
Heavy overnight showers inundate North Chennai. Parry's Corner records 26.5cm rain, Vyasarpadi & Perambur face severe waterlogging, disrupting life and cutting off key railway stations. Officials cite clogged drains.
Bombay High Court suspends 15-year sentence of man convicted for raping a minor in Pune, citing inconsistencies in victim's age proof and consent. Details inside.
A 35-year-old woman was abducted and raped in Ahmedabad's Danilimda. Police have filed an FIR under BNS sections for rape and kidnapping. Investigation is ongoing.
Cyclone Ditwah spares Chennai's core from floods but leaves roads damaged and waterlogged. Key stretches like Anna Salai, Arcot Road face severe issues. GCC yet to comment. Read more.
A Chennai Metro train stalled in an underground tunnel due to a rare dual battery failure. 25 passengers were safely evacuated. Read details on the incident and CMRL's response.
Chennai District Collector Rashmi Siddharth Zagade declares holiday for city schools and colleges on Wednesday. Tiruvallur district schools also closed due to heavy rainfall and waterlogging.
A Mumbai sessions court convicts a 31-year-old auto driver to 10 years rigorous imprisonment for the 2018 rape, assault, and robbery of a 62-year-old woman. Read the full details of the case and the court's reasoning.
A Jajpur court sentenced a 20-year-old man to 20 years imprisonment for raping a minor. The court also imposed a fine and ordered Rs 7 lakh compensation for the survivor. Read the full details.