juvenile justice
Landmark Ruling: Calcutta High Court Extends Anticipatory Bail Rights to Juveniles in Criminal Cases
Nov 15, 2025 10:49 am CST
The Calcutta High Court has made a historic ruling allowing juveniles accused of crimes to apply for anticipatory bail, a right previously available only to adults. A three-judge division bench voted 2-1 in favor of this decision, making it the first high court in India to establish this precedent. The majority opinion emphasized that personal liberty applies to all citizens regardless of age and addressed a significant gap in the Juvenile Justice Act regarding pre-arrest protections.
Tragic Death at Arunachal Sainik School: Sister Alleges Bullying and Torture of Class 7 Student
Nov 06, 2025 06:42 pm CST
A 12-year-old student at Arunachal Pradesh's Sainik School was found dead after allegedly being bullied and tortured by seniors. His sister, Miss Arunachal 2024 Tadu Lunia, revealed that while the school initially claimed suicide, classmates reported that seniors had taken him away and subjected him to hours of mental and physical abuse. Eight minor students have been apprehended as investigations continue.