child protection
22-Year-Old Man Arrested for Kidnapping and Sexual Assault of Minor in Uttar Pradesh
Dec 16, 2025 10:16 pm CST
Police in Uttar Pradesh arrested a 22-year-old man for allegedly kidnapping a 16-year-old schoolgirl and sexually assaulting her over a two-week period. The victim, who disappeared on December 1, was rescued by authorities on Monday. The accused has been charged under the POCSO Act and remanded to custody following completion of legal formalities.
Madhya Pradesh Tensions Escalate After Obscene Video of Minor Girl Circulated in Blackmail Attempt
Dec 05, 2025 09:40 pm CST
Tensions have gripped Shamgarh city in Madhya Pradesh following the circulation of an obscene video of a 16-year-old girl, resulting in citywide protests and shutdown. Two accused, Rihan and Babu, allegedly threatened the minor at knifepoint, recorded the video, and attempted to extort Rs 5 lakh from her family before releasing the footage online. Police have arrested both suspects within 12 hours as authorities deal with mounting public outrage and demands for severe punishment.
India's Bold 100-Day Campaign to Eliminate Child Marriage by 2030: Progress and Promise
Dec 04, 2025 07:39 pm CST
India launches an ambitious 100-day nationwide campaign to end child marriage by 2030, marking one year of the Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat initiative. Led by the Ministry of Women and Child Development, this three-phase strategy has already prevented 100,000 child marriages and re-enrolled 630,000 girls in school. Child rights experts suggest India is approaching a historic tipping point, with unprecedented public participation and government commitment bringing the country closer to achieving what was once considered impossible.
Meghalaya Authorities Rescue 24 Children From Substandard Karnataka Facility: New Child Protection Measures Proposed
Dec 04, 2025 01:33 am CST
The Meghalaya Directorate of Social Welfare has rescued 24 children from a poorly-maintained facility in Karnataka, uncovering an illegal operation transporting minors across state lines. SCPCR Chairperson Agatha Sangma has urged the Chief Minister to implement standardized procedures to protect children sent to out-of-state institutions, as authorities crack down on unregistered organizations exploiting children under the pretext of education.
14-Year-Old Orphan Girl Sexually Assaulted by Uncle in Uttar Pradesh: Police Investigation and Arrest Details
Dec 03, 2025 11:41 pm CST
Police in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh have arrested a 35-year-old man for allegedly raping his 14-year-old orphaned niece who had been living with him following her mother's death and father's disappearance. The case has been registered under rape and criminal intimidation sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the POCSO Act, with the victim now undergoing medical examination.
Rising Child Marriage Crisis in Madhya Pradesh: Government Data Shows Alarming Increase Despite Minister's Denial
Dec 02, 2025 07:35 pm CST
Child marriages in Madhya Pradesh are increasing at an alarming rate despite intervention efforts, with official data showing consistent yearly growth from 450 cases in 2021 to 538 cases already recorded in 2025. Minister Nirmala Bhuria claims no knowledge of these statistics despite them originating from her own department, highlighting a concerning disconnect in addressing this persistent violation of children's rights.
15-Year-Old Student Dies by Suicide After Alleging Sexual Harassment by School Principal in Chhattisgarh
Nov 25, 2025 02:49 am CST
A 15-year-old girl in Chhattisgarh's Jashpur district committed suicide at her school after leaving a note accusing the principal of sexual harassment. Police have arrested the principal and discovered the school was operating an unauthorized hostel housing 33 students. A multi-department investigation and magisterial inquiry are underway to determine the full circumstances of this tragic incident.
5-Year-Old Sexual Assault Victim Denied Medical Care as Village Attempts Cover-Up in Maharashtra
Nov 25, 2025 02:08 am CST
A 5-year-old girl in Maharashtra's Beed district was allegedly sexually assaulted by a teenage relative, with village residents preventing the family from reporting the crime or seeking immediate medical care. After four days of suffering, authorities were finally notified, resulting in charges under the POCSO Act and the child's hospitalization. Officials are investigating both the assault and the community's obstruction of justice.
Revealed: Meta Concealed Research Showing Social Media's Causal Link to Mental Health Harm, Court Documents Allege
Nov 23, 2025 10:15 am CST
Court filings reveal that Meta allegedly buried internal research demonstrating causal links between Facebook/Instagram usage and negative mental health outcomes. According to documents from a class action lawsuit by US school districts, Meta's "Project Mercury" found that users who deactivated their accounts for a week reported reduced depression, anxiety, and loneliness. The company reportedly terminated further research rather than publishing these findings, while continuing to tell Congress it couldn't quantify platform harms to teenagers.
NHRC Demands Investigation After Delhi Student's Suicide Allegedly Due to School Harassment
Nov 22, 2025 01:50 am CST
The National Human Rights Commission has issued notices to Delhi officials following a Class 10 student's suicide, allegedly caused by teacher harassment at a prestigious school. The commission has requested an investigation report within 10 days as former students report similar experiences of mental harassment and discrimination at the institution.