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    If Victim of Commercial Sex Trafficking Is a Child, Provisions of the POCSO Act Apply: Supreme Court
    If Victim of Commercial Sex Trafficking Is a Child, Provisions of the POCSO Act Apply: Supreme Court
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    If Victim of Commercial Sex Trafficking Is a Child, Provisions of POCSO Act Applies: Supreme Court

    The Supreme Court held that trafficking of children for commercial sexual exploitation can attract prosecution under the POCSO Act, along with relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act, ensuring stronger legal protection for minors.

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    BREAKING| Better To Have A Divorced Daughter Than A Dead One: SG Tushar Mehta’s Powerful Remark On Twisha Sharma Death Case
    BREAKING| Better To Have A Divorced Daughter Than A Dead One: SG Tushar Mehta’s Powerful Remark On Twisha Sharma Death Case
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    BREAKING| Better To Have A Divorced Daughter Than A Dead One: SG Tushar Mehta’s Powerful Remark On Twisha Sharma Death Case

    Today, On 25th May, The Supreme Court of India began hearing a suo motu case on alleged bias in Twisha Sharma’s death probe. SG Tushar Mehta said a woman lost her life and warned it is better to have a divorced daughter.

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    Twisha Sharma Death: Supreme Court Steps In, Registers Suo Motu Case; Hearing Today, on May 25
    Twisha Sharma Death: Supreme Court Steps In, Registers Suo Motu Case; Hearing Today, on May 25
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    Twisha Sharma Death: Supreme Court Steps In, Registers Suo Motu Case; Hearing Today, on May 25

    The Supreme Court of India has taken suo motu cognisance of the tragic death of Twisha Sharma, sparking nationwide outrage. The case has intensified public concern over serious allegations of dowry harassment and abetment to suicide, demanding urgent judicial attention.

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    “Not a Flight Risk, But Bail Denied”: Gauhati High Court Deals Major Blow to Pawan Khera
    “Not a Flight Risk, But Bail Denied”: Gauhati High Court Deals Major Blow to Pawan Khera
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    “Not a Flight Risk, But Bail Denied”: Gauhati High Court Deals Major Blow to Pawan Khera

    Gauhati High Court rejected Pawan Khera’s anticipatory bail, saying the case involves serious charges beyond defamation. The court also stressed the need for custodial interrogation to verify documents and uncover the full conspiracy.

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    “Plant Trees, Get Bail”: Rajasthan High Court Chooses Reform Over Jail in ATM Theft Case
    “Plant Trees, Get Bail”: Rajasthan High Court Chooses Reform Over Jail in ATM Theft Case
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    “Plant Trees, Get Bail”: Rajasthan High Court Chooses Reform Over Jail in ATM Theft Case

    In a reform-focused order, the Rajasthan High Court granted bail to two ATM theft accused on the condition that they plant 5 trees daily for 30 days. The court stressed that reform and rehabilitation are more effective than prolonged imprisonment.

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    Supreme Court Upholds Anticipatory Bail to MLA Rahul Mamkootathil, Expunges Kerala HC Remarks Against Survivor in Rape Case
    Supreme Court Upholds Anticipatory Bail to MLA Rahul Mamkootathil, Expunges Kerala HC Remarks Against Survivor in Rape Case
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    Supreme Court Upholds Anticipatory Bail to MLA Rahul Mamkootathil, Expunges Kerala HC Remarks Against Survivor in Rape Case

    The Supreme Court upheld anticipatory bail granted to MLA Rahul Mamkootathil in a rape case but removed adverse remarks made by the Kerala High Court against the survivor. The Court said such observations were unnecessary and ordered them to be expunged.

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    “Lyrics Not Crime?” Punjab & Haryana High Court Stays Criminal Case Against Guru Randhawa Over ‘Sirra’ Song Row
    “Lyrics Not Crime?” Punjab & Haryana High Court Stays Criminal Case Against Guru Randhawa Over ‘Sirra’ Song Row
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    “Lyrics Not Crime?” Punjab & Haryana High Court Stays Criminal Case Against Guru Randhawa Over ‘Sirra’ Song Row

    The Punjab and Haryana High Court has stayed criminal proceedings against singer Guru Randhawa over alleged objectionable lyrics in his song ‘Sirra’. The Court noted that the trial court issued notice without recording preliminary evidence and halted the case till July 16.

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    Delhi High Court Flags Delay by Centre on Law for Non-Consensual Unnatural Sex, Restores PIL
    Delhi High Court Flags Delay by Centre on Law for Non-Consensual Unnatural Sex, Restores PIL
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    Delhi High Court Flags Delay by Centre on Law for Non-Consensual Unnatural Sex, Restores PIL

    Delhi High Court restored a PIL highlighting absence of legal protection under BNS for non-consensual unnatural sex. Court pulled up Centre for delay, saying decision is “nowhere in sight” even after 1.5 years.

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    Espionage Case: Punjab & Haryana High Court Denies Bail To YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra
    Espionage Case: Punjab & Haryana High Court Denies Bail To YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra
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    Espionage Case: Punjab & Haryana High Court Denies Bail To YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra

    The Punjab and Haryana High Court rejected bail for YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra, arrested last year for allegedly sharing sensitive information with Pakistani intelligence officials. The court said there was “abundant evidence”, noting attempts to delete conversation records and alleged transmission of sensitive data to operatives of the Pakistan intelligence agency.

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    Supreme Court Stays Death Penalty of Man Convicted for Brutal Rape and Murder of 5-Year-Old Girl in Bhopal
    Supreme Court Stays Death Penalty of Man Convicted for Brutal Rape and Murder of 5-Year-Old Girl in Bhopal
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    Supreme Court Stays Death Penalty of Man Convicted for Brutal Rape and Murder of 5-Year-Old Girl in Bhopal

    The Supreme Court has stayed the death sentence of a man convicted of raping and murdering a five-year-old girl in Bhopal. The Court will review his mental health, prison conduct, and other mitigating factors before deciding on the final punishment.

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