POCSO Act
Class 7 Student Lured Through Instagram and Gang-Raped in Lucknow Hotel: Police Investigation Underway
Nov 06, 2025 05:30 pm CST
A 7th-grade student in Lucknow became the victim of a gang rape after being lured by an Instagram contact and his accomplices. The minor was confined to a hotel room for two days where she was repeatedly assaulted. Two suspects have been arrested under POCSO Act charges, while police continue searching for the primary perpetrator who initiated contact through social media.
Teen Arrested for Sexual Assault and Impregnation of 15-Year-Old Girl in Gurugram
Nov 04, 2025 02:48 am CST
A juvenile has been detained in Gurugram for repeatedly sexually assaulting a 15-year-old girl over several months, resulting in her pregnancy. The case came to light when the victim's father took her to hospital after persistent illness, where doctors discovered she was nearly seven months pregnant. The accused has been charged under the POCSO Act and sent to a correctional facility as investigations continue.
Cyber Criminal Arrested for Extorting Minor Through Social Media Hacking and Blackmail
Nov 03, 2025 09:35 pm CST
A 28-year-old repeat cyber offender, previously wanted for jumping bail in a POCSO case, has been arrested in Noida for hacking a girl's social media account, forcing her to share explicit images, and blackmailing her family. The suspect used sophisticated phishing techniques to gain access to the victim's accounts before engaging in digital extortion.
Three Men Arrested for Gang-Raping 14-Year-Old Student in Kolkata's Dum Dum Area
Nov 02, 2025 09:25 pm CST
Three men have been arrested for the gang-rape of a 14-year-old student in Kolkata. The victim was forcibly taken from a park to a house in Motilal Colony where the assault occurred. The suspects have been charged under the POCSO Act and Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita, with local BJP workers demanding stringent action against the perpetrators.
Supreme Court Overturns POCSO Conviction After Victim Marries Offender: A Rare Case of "Love, Not Lust"
Oct 31, 2025 07:09 pm CST
India's Supreme Court has exercised its exceptional powers under Article 142 to quash a POCSO conviction where the victim later married her offender. The court noted they now lead a happy married life with a child, emphasizing this unique judgment should not set a precedent as it represents a rare case where "the crime was not the result of lust but love."
Bangladeshi Man Sentenced to 8 Years for Rape in Maharashtra; Wife and Accomplice Jailed for Illegal Stay
Oct 31, 2025 03:37 pm CST
A sessions court in Maharashtra's Thane district has sentenced a 26-year-old Bangladeshi national to eight years in prison for rape, while also sentencing his wife and another individual to 5-year terms for illegally staying in India. The case involves two minors trafficked from Bangladesh, though trafficking charges were dismissed. All three convicts will be deported upon completing their sentences.
Two Tribal Minors Gang Raped in Odisha: Investigation Ongoing as Three Suspects Detained
Oct 25, 2025 08:58 pm CST
Two tribal girls, aged 13 and 14, were allegedly gang-raped by five men in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district while returning from a cultural event. Police have detained three suspects and registered a case under the BNS and POCSO Act, as opposition parties raise concerns about women's safety in the state.
Tragic Case in Uttar Pradesh: Man Assaults Partner for Child Abuse Before Taking His Own Life
Oct 24, 2025 07:42 pm CST
A disturbing case from Deoria, Uttar Pradesh reveals how a father took extreme measures against his partner who allegedly sexually assaulted his 6-year-old daughter, before ultimately ending his own life under social pressure. The incident highlights serious issues of child protection, domestic violence, and mental health crises following traumatic events.
14-Year-Old Sexually Assaulted by Former Staff Member at SSKM Hospital in Kolkata: Safety Concerns Rise
Oct 23, 2025 06:51 pm CST
A disturbing incident has emerged from Kolkata where a 14-year-old girl was sexually assaulted by a former ward attendant at the government-run SSKM Hospital. The perpetrator lured the victim away while her parents were occupied at the registration counter. This case highlights growing concerns about patient safety in medical facilities, following other recent attacks on healthcare premises across West Bengal.
Political Figure Arrested for Attempted Sexual Assault on 13-Year-Old Girl in Andhra Pradesh
Oct 22, 2025 07:37 pm CST
A 60-year-old man with political connections has been arrested in Andhra Pradesh's Kakinada district for allegedly attempting to sexually assault a 13-year-old schoolgirl after luring her from Jagannadhagiri Gurukulam residential school. The incident has triggered protests from the victim's family and Dalit community, while both ruling and opposition parties have condemned the act and demanded justice. Police have registered a case under the POCSO Act as questions arise about security protocols at educational institutions.