POCSO Act
31-Year-Old Factory Worker Arrested for Sexual Assault on 8-Year-Old Girl in North Delhi
Nov 22, 2025 12:15 am CST
A 31-year-old factory worker from Uttarakhand was arrested in Delhi's Samaypur Badli area for sexually assaulting an 8-year-old girl who entered his room while playing. The brave child managed to escape after fighting back and immediately alerted her mother. Police have filed charges under the POCSO Act and Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita as investigations continue.
20-Year Imprisonment Verdict for Gurugram Man Convicted of Raping 6-Year-Old Under POCSO Act
Nov 22, 2025 12:08 am CST
A Gurugram court has sentenced a man to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment and imposed a Rs 30,000 fine for sexually assaulting a 6-year-old girl in 2022. The verdict, delivered by Additional Sessions Judge Jasmine Sharma under the POCSO Act, concluded the case against the accused who was arrested after the victim's father filed a complaint when his daughter revealed the assault that occurred while in the perpetrator's care.
Minor Girl With Mental Health Issues Repeatedly Raped in Uttar Pradesh: Investigation Underway
Nov 19, 2025 08:48 pm CST
A minor girl with mental health challenges in Hamirpur, Uttar Pradesh, has been subjected to multiple sexual assaults by a man identified as Shri Ram. The crime was discovered only after a medical examination revealed the victim's pregnancy. Police have filed charges under the BNS and POCSO Act and are working to apprehend the suspect who allegedly threatened the victim to maintain silence about the repeated abuse.
Karnataka Man Charged Under POCSO Act for Sexually Assaulting Minor Sister-in-Law
Nov 19, 2025 06:38 pm CST
A disturbing case has emerged from Karnataka's Yadgir district where a man has been charged under the POCSO Act for repeatedly sexually assaulting his 16-year-old sister-in-law, resulting in her pregnancy. The accused, Mohammad Sab, allegedly committed the crimes when his wife was away from home and threatened the victim to maintain silence. The case came to light when medical examination confirmed the minor's four-month pregnancy, prompting immediate police action.
Former Karnataka CM BS Yediyurappa Summoned in POCSO Case: Court Orders December 2 Appearance
Nov 18, 2025 09:29 pm CST
Former Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa faces legal trouble as a special court summons him in a child sexual abuse case. The Karnataka High Court refused to cancel the POCSO Act case against him, with allegations stemming from an incident at his Bengaluru residence in February last year involving a 17-year-old girl.
Thane Court Acquits Man in Alleged Minor Rape Case Due to Consensual Relationship and Insufficient Age Evidence
Nov 16, 2025 05:28 pm CST
A Thane court has acquitted a 22-year-old man accused of raping a minor, ruling that their relationship appeared consensual and that prosecution failed to provide conclusive evidence of the victim's age. The judgment highlights the critical importance of age verification in POCSO Act cases and examines the voluntary nature of the relationship as described by the victim herself.
Kerala School Teacher Sentenced to Life for Raping 10-Year-Old Student: Justice Served in Landmark POCSO Case
Nov 15, 2025 07:49 pm CST
A 48-year-old school teacher and BJP activist in Kerala received life imprisonment for repeatedly sexually assaulting a 10-year-old girl. The Thalassery Fast Track Special Court convicted him under multiple sections of the POCSO Act and IPC after a thorough investigation that examined 42 witnesses and 91 documents. The case highlights Kerala's commitment to protecting child rights through strict enforcement of child protection laws.
Man Manipulates 13-Year-Old Into "Virtual Marriage" Before Orchestrating Sexual Assault Via Video Call
Nov 14, 2025 02:41 am CST
A disturbing case from Chhattisgarh reveals how a man from Bihar manipulated a 13-year-old girl through social media, conducted a "virtual marriage," and later orchestrated her sexual assault while watching remotely. The primary suspect was arrested in 2022, while his accomplice was finally apprehended after evading authorities for nearly three years. This case highlights the dangerous intersection of technology, manipulation, and crimes against minors.
Fugitive Father Arrested After 11 Months for Raping and Impregnating Teen Daughter in Assam
Nov 12, 2025 05:54 pm CST
After evading authorities for 11 months, a 41-year-old man has been arrested in Assam's Cachar district for allegedly raping his teenage daughter, resulting in her pregnancy. The victim, who filed a complaint in January, revealed that her father had threatened her life if she disclosed the abuse, which occurred in 2022. The accused has been charged under the POCSO Act and remanded to judicial custody.
21-Year-Old Karnataka Man Arrested Under POCSO Act for Sexual Assault of Minor Sister Resulting in Pregnancy
Nov 09, 2025 05:51 pm CST
A disturbing case from Karnataka's Koppal district involves a 21-year-old man arrested for sexually assaulting his minor sister, resulting in pregnancy. The crime was discovered when the victim unexpectedly delivered a baby at a government hospital. The perpetrator has been charged under the POCSO Act and placed in judicial custody while authorities investigate this family abuse case.