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The Delhi Police remand report on the Swati Maliwal case emphasizes the severe risk of fatality due to the assault’s brutality. Bibhav Kumar, an aide of Arvind Kejriwal, has been remanded to police custody, with concerns about his evasiveness hindering the investigation. The case involves potential tampering with crucial evidence and the need for sustained interrogation due to the severity of the attack.
Today, On 14th May, Delhi High Court convicted a man for the rape of his own 10-year-old daughter. The court’s verdict sends a strong message against such heinous crimes and reinforces the commitment to protect children from sexual abuse. This landmark decision highlights the need for stringent punishment and increased awareness to combat child sexual abuse in society.
The Delhi High Court, led by Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma, acknowledged domestic violence concerns among female police officers, emphasizing the need for targeted support. The court overturned a judgment dismissing charges against a man accused of cruelty to his police officer wife, challenging stereotypes about police officers’ invulnerability and calling for greater gender sensitivity in judicial education.
The Delhi High Court dismissed a criminal case after a settlement, requiring the accused to assist the traffic police for 30 days. This innovative approach aims to promote community service as a post-settlement resolution in legal matters. The court emphasized collaborative efforts between legal and law enforcement entities, highlighting the power to dismiss proceedings with settlements.
The Gauhati High Court, in a significant ruling related to a POCSO case, emphasized that hymen rupture is not a necessary indication in all instances of penetrative assault. This decision marks a shift in understanding and evaluating evidence in such cases, focusing on the broader context of assault rather than physical signs alone. The judgment highlights the importance of thoughtful evaluation and a thorough approach when dealing with cases of sexual violence governed by the POCSO Act.
The Gujarat High Court dismissed criminal charges against a teacher and school trustee accused of driving a student to suicide through slapping and humiliation. The court ruled there was no evidence of instigation toward suicide. The decision cited lack of evidence and emphasized the need for close linkage between instigation and the act of suicide.
Today (2nd April)The Bombay HC dropped a rape case against a married man after the woman stated in court that the relationship was consensual. Justices PD Naik and NR Borkar presided over the plea, with the accused granting interim protection and being instructed to pay a fine of Rs 1 lakh to a specified party by April 17.