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 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 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.
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 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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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 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.
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.
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
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.
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.
The Supreme Court shifts focus from 2025's off-court controversies to a pivotal 2026 calendar packed with landmark cases on religious freedom, citizenship laws, and fundamental rights. Explore the key legal battles ahead.
A routine check on East Coast Road led to the discovery of an illegal child care centre in Chennai. Officials found 21 children in confined rooms without mandatory surveillance. The centre has been sealed.
Chandigarh Commission for Child Rights issues advisory to Excise Dept ahead of New Year, urging strict checks to prevent minors from accessing alcohol & tobacco. Read the key measures.
Pune reports a significant decline in crimes involving juveniles in 2025, with 368 cases recorded. However, police warn that involvement in serious offences remains high, highlighting the need for continued rehabilitation efforts like Mission Parivartan.
A 21-year-old and a minor arrested in Chennai for sexually assaulting an intellectually disabled woman for months, leaving her pregnant. The Kelambakkam police acted on the mother's complaint.
A shocking incident in Belagavi's Raibag where a toddler was forced to consume alcohol sparks outrage. Excise department vows strict action against the bar. Details inside.
Four teenagers in Tamil Nadu brutally assaulted a migrant worker from Odisha with machetes and posted the video on Instagram. The incident has sparked political outrage and a debate on law and order. Read more.
A 17-year-old boy was brutally stoned to death at Badnera railway station in Amravati. Police swiftly arrested two adults and detained two minors. This marks the sixth murder in the area in six months.
A 14-year-old boy in Agra has been booked for allegedly sexually assaulting a four-year-old neighbour. The accused was traced and sent to a juvenile home. Read the full details.
Three juveniles apprehended after an alleged eve-teasing incident escalated into a physical scuffle in northeast Delhi's Farsh Bazar. Police have registered a case. Read for details.
A 15-year-old student in Rourkela has been sent to a correctional home for allegedly raping a 14-year-old classmate, who became pregnant. The girl attempted to terminate the pregnancy with pills. Read the full details.
An Ahmedabad court dismissed a Muslim couple's adoption request, citing incompatibility with personal law. The ruling highlights adoption procedures under the Juvenile Justice Act for Muslims.