Death Sentence for Man Who Raped, Mutilated 5-Year-Old
A Banda court sentenced a man to death for the brutal rape and assault of a five-year-old girl in Kalinjar town. The swift verdict came in 160 days. Read the shocking details.
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Garhwa man kills father over witchcraft suspicion
A 40-year-old man in Garhwa's Gadia village was arrested for allegedly murdering his father with an axe, suspecting him of witchcraft. This marks the second such case in the district this week, highlighting a grim reality of superstition in rural areas.
Death for father who raped, impregnated 14-year-old daughter
A special POCSO court in Tirunelveli has sentenced a man to death for sexually assaulting and impregnating his 14-year-old daughter. This is the second such verdict in two weeks. Read the shocking details.
20-Year Sentence for Man Who Raped 5-Year-Old in Ghaziabad
A special Pocso court in Ghaziabad has sentenced a man to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for the 2018 abduction and rape of a five-year-old girl. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 1.1 lakh for the survivor's rehabilitation.
UP Has Highest Backlog of Pocso Cases in India
Uttar Pradesh accounts for one-third of India's pending Pocso cases. A new study reveals a high disposal rate but low convictions, highlighting systemic challenges.
Prayagraj: Student Found Dead After Rape, Pocso Case
A Class 10 student was found dead in Kaushambi after a rape case under BNS and Pocso Act was filed against him. The minor girl was 4 months pregnant. Read the full investigation details.
Class 10 Student Found Dead After Rape FIR in UP
A Class 10 student accused of rape under BNS and POCSO Act found dead in a Kaushambi field. The minor survivor was four months pregnant. Police investigation underway.
Garhwa: 3 held for murder over witchcraft suspicion
Garhwa police arrest three, including a woman, for murdering a Palamu man based on suspicion of using spirits. Weapons seized. Details on the shocking crime inside.
Garhwa TB Cases Dip Slightly, But Challenge Persists
Garhwa district sees a marginal drop in TB cases from 2,164 in 2024 to 1,870 in 2025 (Jan-Nov). Health officials cite patient negligence in treatment as a major hurdle to eradication.
Man shot dead in Garhwa, police suspect sorcery link
A young man was found shot dead in a traveller shed on Bhawnathpur-Ketar road. Police recovered IMFL, rice packet, hinting at sorcery. Identity unknown, probe intensified.
Ghaziabad man gets 4 years jail in 12-year-old POCSO case
A Ghaziabad court acquits a man of rape charges but sentences him to 4 years for aiding his brother in kidnapping a minor girl in a 2013 case. Read the full details of the verdict.
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.
Bombay HC Acquits Tutor in Pocso Case, Overturns 20-Year Sentence
Bombay High Court acquits Navi Mumbai tutor, citing prosecution's failure to prove guilt beyond reasonable doubt and unexplained delay in FIR. Details inside.
Garhwa Schools Grapple with Acute Teacher Crunch
Garhwa district schools face a severe teacher shortage with over 50% posts vacant, impacting science, language, and sports education. Officials say appointments are underway. Read more.
Garhwa SDO Acts Against Illegal Sand Mining Racket
Garhwa SDO Sanjay Kumar launched a major crackdown on illegal sand mining after a surprise inspection. Notices served to over two dozen. Read about the action and warnings issued.
Pilibhit: Uncle, nephew booked for alleged rape of teen
A 28-year-old man and his 13-year-old nephew have been booked in Pilibhit for allegedly sexually assaulting a 17-year-old girl in a sugarcane field. The accused threatened the survivor. Details inside.
Garhwa SDO's Winter Drive Aids 7,000 with Warm Clothes
Garhwa SDO Sanjay Kumar led a 27-day initiative, 'Aaye Khushiyan Baatein', distributing jackets, caps & footwear to 7,000 vulnerable people across remote areas to combat the cold wave. Read how empathy drove this relief effort.
Garhwa fire guts shop & house near Ramna Market, Rs 20L loss
A major fire in Garhwa's Ramna Main Market destroyed a cloth store and a house, causing an estimated Rs 20 lakh loss. Police investigation into the cause is ongoing. Read for details.
Garhwa Police Tightens Security for New Year Celebrations
Garhwa administration deploys extensive security, including PCR vans and QRT, at Sukhaldari waterfall and Anraj Dam for New Year's Day. SP Aman Kumar details the plan. Read more.
Jaipur: Couple Found Hanging, Suicide Note Recovered
A 24-year-old man and a 20-year-old woman were found hanging from a tree in Jaipur's Govindgarh. Police recovered a suicide note and probe a past POCSO case. Read the full investigation details.
Gujarat HC Overturns Death Penalty in Incest, Murder Case
Gujarat High Court acquits a man sentenced to death for impregnating and killing his minor daughter, citing major lapses in DNA evidence handling and procedural flaws.
Garhwa: FIR Threat for 280 Loan Defaulters Under State Scheme
Garhwa district issues final notice to 280 loan defaulters under Mukhyamantri Rozgar Srijan Yojana. FIRs will be filed if dues are not cleared by December 31. Details inside.
10 wild elephants attack Ambakhoria village in Garhwa
A herd of 10 wild elephants attacked Ambakhoria village in Garhwa district, damaging houses and crops. Forest department assures compensation. Read more.
25-Year Jail Term for Rapist in Garhwa Pocso Case
A Garhwa court sentenced Akhilesh Singh to 25 years rigorous imprisonment for raping a minor in 2023. The judge also imposed a fine of Rs 1 lakh. Read the full details of the landmark verdict.
3 Arrested for Garhwa Jeweller Attack, Confess to UP Heist
Police in Garhwa have arrested three men from Uttar Pradesh for the November 29 attack on jeweller Deepak Kumar Soni. The accused also confessed to a major Rs 20 lakh robbery earlier in November. Read the full investigation details here.
20-Year RI for Man Who Raped 8-Year-Old in Cuttack
A special POCSO court in Cuttack sentenced a 22-year-old man to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for raping an 8-year-old girl. The court also imposed a fine and recommended Rs 4 lakh compensation for the survivor.
Youth Found Dead in Garhwa Village, Family Absent
Santosh Singh, 22, found hanging in Chirka village, Garhwa. Family discovered body upon return. Police await post-mortem report. Details on the tragic incident inside.
Garhwa Police Seize Rs 1 Crore Liquor Consignment
Garhwa police confiscated IMFL worth over Rs 1 crore from a hotel near NH-39. The consignment, en route to Bihar from UP, led to one arrest. Details inside.
Kanpur: 6-Year Jail Term for Man Under POCSO Act
A Kanpur court convicted Harnam Singh to six years rigorous imprisonment for molesting a 9-year-old girl. The judge also imposed a fine of Rs 30,000, with Rs 20,000 to be paid as compensation to the victim.
Life term for father who raped minor daughter in Jharsuguda
A Jharsuguda court sentenced a 39-year-old man to life imprisonment for raping his 17-year-old daughter. The POCSO court also imposed a fine and ordered compensation. Read the full details of the case.
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