A 20-year-old man accused of rape was found dead in Noida police custody, sparking allegations of bribery and wrongful detention. Authorities have suspended officers involved and launched an investigation.
The Calcutta High Court ruled that a DNA report alone cannot be conclusive proof in a rape case, rejecting an accused’s plea for discharge and emphasizing the importance of victim testimony.
The Delhi High Court overturned a trial court’s ruling and acquitted four men accused in a 2018 abduction and gang-rape case, citing weak investigation and lack of strong evidence.
The Bombay High Court ruled that breaking a marriage promise due to parental opposition does not amount to rape, distinguishing between a breach of promise and making a false promise.
The Bombay High Court quashed a 498A IPC case filed by a judge against her husband and in-laws, stating that the FIR appeared to be a counterblast to their marital dispute and lacked evidence of cruelty or obstruction.
The Patna High Court refused to hand over a minor wife to her husband, citing child marriage laws. The husband must open a bank account and deposit money for their newborn’s welfare.
The Delhi High Court quashed a POCSO case, stating that the accused and the minor victim are now married and living happily with two children. The court ruled that continuing the case would negatively impact their family.
The Calcutta High Court has urged adolescents to protect their dignity, self-worth, and autonomy while controlling sexual urges. The Court emphasized the importance of sex education and advised boys to respect women’s rights and privacy.
The Supreme Court granted protection to a man accused of rape by his ex-wife, questioning the 4-year delay in filing the FIR and highlighting possible misuse of the law.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court ruled that a husband cannot be held liable for rape under IPC, dismissing allegations of unnatural sex and criminal charges filed by his wife.
