Delhi Court Acquits Man in False Rape Case After 6 Years
Shruti Mahapatra
A Delhi court has acquitted a man after six years of trial in a false rape case, finding the woman's statements untrustworthy and evidence showing a consensual relationship. The court…
Sexual harassment/ Molestation
Kerala High Court Calls for Gender-Neutral Laws on False Promise of Marriage
The Kerala High Court highlighted the need for gender-neutral laws, questioning why only men can be prosecuted for false promises of marriage. Justice A. Muhamed Mustaque argued for fairness under…
Ex-Chief Justice Calls for Anonymity for Rape Accused Due to Misuse of Laws
Retired Supreme Court Judge B.N. Srikrishna has called for keeping the names of accused individuals anonymous in rape cases due to the misuse of laws. He highlights issues with current…
Man Accused of Rape Dies by Suicide After Facing 15 Lakh Demand from In-Laws
A 21-year-old man accused of rape committed suicide by jumping from a court building in Faridabad after his in-laws demanded 15 lakh rupees from him. This tragic incident highlights the…
Madhya Pradesh High Court: Husband Cannot Seek Divorce to Care for Parents
The Madhya Pradesh High Court ruled that a husband cannot seek divorce simply because he wants to care for his parents, emphasizing the importance of marital responsibilities.
Woman Fined for Filing False Rape Accusation Against Husband
A special Pocso court fined a woman ₹20,000 for falsely accusing her husband of raping her minor sister, resulting in his acquittal.
Allahabad High Court Acquits Man in 100-Year-Old Woman’s Rape and Murder Case
The Allahabad High Court acquitted a man accused of raping and murdering a 100-year-old woman, citing lack of evidence and potential false implications for government compensation.
Rohtak Police to Track Women Filing False Rape Complaints
The Rohtak police are taking action against women who file false rape complaints and then extort money from the accused. A new database will help prevent repeat offenses and protect…
Outrage as Doctor’s Rape and Murder Sparks Nationwide Protests; Supreme Court Orders Action
A postgraduate doctor was allegedly raped and murdered in a hospital, leading to nationwide protests and criticism of West Bengal's government. The Supreme Court has ordered the creation of a…
Allahabad High Court Grants Bail to Gang-Rape Accused as Victim Refuses Medical Examination
The Allahabad High Court granted bail to two brothers accused of gang rape after the victim refused to undergo a medical examination, raising doubts about the credibility of her claims.