Madras HC rules that whistling and hand-holding without clear evidence of sexual intent does not constitute sexual assault under the POCSO Act.
Rohan D. Umak
2026-08-02 12:31:07
In Assam, a man was arrested for allegedly raping a 14-year-old girl, filming the act, and sharing the video on social media. Police are investigating the sensitive case.
2026-07-13 20:21:13
The Supreme Court has directed the creation of a national action plan to restrict minors' access to online pornographic content, emphasizing the need for urgent government intervention.
2026-07-13 16:00:59
In Assam's Sivasagar, a man from Bihar was arrested for allegedly raping a minor multiple times. The case was reported after the girl suffered severe stomach ache.
2026-07-11 19:33:48
TV actor Rohit Chandel, known for roles in 'Pandya Store' and 'Kashibai Bajirao Ballal', has been arrested under charges of stalking, harassing, and assaulting a 16-year-old girl.
2026-07-11 12:57:45
Actor Vinayakan is under investigation after a complaint about an unauthorized use of a minor's photo on Facebook, leading to police action in Kerala.
2026-07-10 14:44:18
In Bhopal, a man was robbed of ₹48,000 by a youth he offered a lift to. The suspect, a minor, was detained and the stolen cash recovered by police.
Tamanna Shrivastava
2026-07-07 15:46:53
A 13-year-old girl was allegedly sexually harassed by classmates over several months, with incidents occurring at school and other locations. Police and Child Rights Commission are investigating.
2026-07-05 18:24:45
A 12-year-old girl was allegedly raped and murdered in Kolkata's Baruipur, sparking massive protests and public outrage. The investigation is ongoing.
2026-07-05 12:52:30
A police SI has been arrested after allegations of sexually harassing and physically assaulting minor boys during a supposed murder inquiry.
2026-06-30 16:45:46
In Prayagraj, a man was arrested for abducting and assaulting a minor girl. The accused, Musharraf, is also reported to have branded the girl with cigarettes.
2026-06-22 19:23:32
A 3-year-old girl was found sexually assaulted in Thiruvallur, Tamil Nadu. She was taken to a hospital, where she died. Police have arrested a 19-year-old man from Bihar in connection with the crime.
2026-06-15 16:18:57
In Hyderabad, a woman jumped from a sixth floor with her infant, resulting in her death but the child miraculously survived with minor injuries.
2026-06-13 14:05:15
Sneha Merlin, a 25-year-old from Kannur, Kerala, is set to be arrested for sexually assaulting a minor girl and has three prior POCSO cases.
2026-06-12 21:22:31
Devanand Bera, a specially-abled teacher nearing retirement, was arrested for allegedly sexually abusing minor girls at a Gujarat primary school.
2026-06-11 16:57:53
Rajasthan Police dismantled an interstate trafficking network, rescuing 10 minor girls and arresting six gang members. The gang targeted impoverished families.
2026-06-06 20:08:32
Malaysia enacts a new law preventing children under 16 from registering on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube to enhance online safety.
2026-06-01 21:12:05
A 21-year-old state level badminton player named Monu was allegedly killed by the relatives of a minor girl he was purportedly involved with.
2026-05-23 13:07:34
In Lucknow, a man allegedly killed his minor daughter, dismembered her body, and tried to dispose of the parts across various locations. The incident has shocked the city.
2026-05-22 15:27:03
In Morbi, Gujarat, a man and his landlord were arrested for sexually abusing his wife and minor daughter as payment for unpaid house rent.
2026-05-16 16:58:49
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