POCSO Act
Delhi High Court Rules 'Physical Relations' Term Insufficient as Rape Evidence Without Supporting Proof
Oct 22, 2025 02:56 am CST
The Delhi High Court has acquitted a man of rape charges, ruling that merely using the term "physical relations" without supporting evidence is legally insufficient to establish rape or sexual assault. Justice Manoj Kumar Ohri emphasized courts' responsibility to ensure clarity in testimony, especially in cases lacking forensic evidence or detailed descriptions of alleged acts under the IPC and POCSO Act.
Teenage Victim Leads Police to Uncover Major Sex Trafficking Network in Bhubaneswar
Oct 19, 2025 01:37 am CST
A 16-year-old sexual assault victim's hospital admission in Bhubaneswar led police to uncover a significant human trafficking operation. The investigation resulted in four arrests, including the property owner and the alleged perpetrator, while multiple women were rescued from forced sexual exploitation. Authorities believe the network was trafficking young women from outside Odisha state.
13-Year-Old Tribal Girl Forcibly Married and Sexually Assaulted in Maharashtra: Five Arrested
Oct 17, 2025 04:33 pm CST
Police in Maharashtra's Palghar district have arrested five individuals following allegations that a 13-year-old tribal girl was forcibly married and repeatedly sexually assaulted. The case involves multiple serious charges including child marriage, trafficking, and sexual crimes against minors, with authorities invoking provisions of the POCSO Act and other protective legislation.
Maharashtra Gurukul Head Arrested for Sexual Assault on Minor Student: POCSO Case Filed
Oct 15, 2025 12:10 pm CST
Bhagwan Kokare Maharaj, head of Warkari Gurukul in Ratnagiri, Maharashtra, and teacher Pritesh Prabhakar Kadam have been arrested under POCSO Act for allegedly sexually assaulting a minor female student. The victim reported being physically assaulted and threatened to remain silent about the abuse, which began shortly after her enrollment for spiritual education.
Former BJP Youth Leader Arrested for Minor's Kidnapping and Rape in Uttarakhand: Legal and Political Fallout
Oct 15, 2025 10:43 am CST
A former BJP youth wing leader, Dev Singh Bagdwal, has been arrested in Uttarakhand for allegedly kidnapping and raping a 16-year-old girl. The victim was rescued from Haridwar following a missing person report filed by her mother on October 8. The incident has sparked political controversy, with Congress criticizing BJP's "Beti Bachao" campaign while BJP officials condemned the act and promised strict legal action regardless of political affiliations.
Teenage Girl Sexually Assaulted in Ranchi: Police Arrest Five Suspects, Four Remain At Large
Oct 13, 2025 09:12 pm CST
Authorities in Ranchi have arrested five individuals in connection with the sexual assault of a 14-year-old girl, with four suspects still being sought. The incident occurred in the Ratu area, and police have registered a case under the POCSO Act while conducting an ongoing investigation to apprehend all perpetrators.
Lucknow Police Arrest Suspect in Minor Dalit Student Gang Rape Case; Second Suspect Shot During Escape
Oct 12, 2025 03:36 pm CST
Authorities have arrested a 20-year-old suspect in the gang rape of a 16-year-old Dalit student in Lucknow, while another suspect was shot in the leg during a police encounter. The case has been registered under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and POCSO Act, with police actively pursuing the remaining suspects who fled the scene.
75-Year-Old Temple Priest Arrested for Sexual Abuse of Minor in Tamil Nadu Temple
Oct 10, 2025 12:56 pm CST
A 75-year-old temple priest has been arrested under the POCSO Act for sexually abusing a 13-year-old girl at a temple in Thiruvalanchuzhi near Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu. The incident occurred when the girl visited the temple with her family and was alone at the offertory box area. Police confirmed the allegations after thorough investigation.
Man Sentenced to 20 Years Rigorous Imprisonment for Sexually Assaulting Minor in Ghaziabad Under POCSO Act
Oct 09, 2025 01:36 am CST
A special POCSO court in Ghaziabad has sentenced a Muradnagar resident to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment and imposed a fine of Rs 1.10 lakh for sexually assaulting a 17-year-old girl in July 2022. The conviction follows a formal investigation after the victim's mother filed a police complaint.
47-Year-Old Man Arrested in Goa for Sexual Abuse of 7-Year-Old Girl: Complete Investigation Details
Oct 05, 2025 08:20 pm CST
A 47-year-old man was arrested in Goa for allegedly sexually abusing a 7-year-old girl after luring her into his car with the promise of food. The suspect, identified as Satyawan Harishchandra Gaonkar, faces charges under multiple laws including the POCSO Act. The victim has undergone medical examination as authorities continue their investigation into this serious crime against a child.