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    "A High Court Judge Can't Be Under High Court Review": Centre Challenges PFI's Plea Against Ban in Delhi HC
    "A High Court Judge Can't Be Under High Court Review": Centre Challenges PFI's Plea Against Ban in Delhi HC
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    Delhi High Court Seeks Response on Special Juvenile Police Units’ Compliance with JJ Act

    NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court directed the Lieutenant Governor and the Delhi Police to file a response to a public interest litigation (PIL) regarding the functioning of Special Juvenile Police Units (SJPUs) in all districts of Delhi. The court has asked whether these units are working as per the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015 (JJ Act).

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    "Committee Has not Received Any Information, Are You Serious About This?": Bombay HC Questions Maharashtra Govt's Commitment on Badlapur School Safety Panel
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    “Committee Has not Received Any Information, Are You Serious About This?”: Bombay HC Questions Maharashtra Govt’s Commitment on Badlapur School Safety Panel

    Today(25th Sept), The Bombay High Court expressed frustration over the slow progress of the child safety committee following the sexual assault of two toddlers in Badlapur. Justices criticized the lack of information provided to committee members regarding their responsibilities.

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    "Child Should not be Repeatedly Called to Testify in Court" | SC Upholds Child Victim Protection, Dismisses Plea to Re-Examine Minor in POCSO Case
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    “Child should not be Summoned to Testify in Court Repeatedly” | SC Upholds Child Victim Protection, Dismisses Plea to Re-Examine Minor in POCSO Case

    The Supreme Court of India dismissed a petition by Madhab Chandra Pradhan and others challenging the denial to recall a minor victim for re-examination in a POCSO case. This decision upholds the protection of child victims in sexual offense cases.

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    "Persons Summoned by ED Under S.50 of PMLA are Bound to Attend in Person or Through Authorized Agents": Supreme Court
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    “Only 5 States have Implemented Centre’s Guidelines for Safety of Children”| SC to Hear NGO Plea on Child Safety Guidelines in Educational Institutes on September 24

    Today(August 28), the Supreme Court of India agreed to hear a crucial plea from the NGO ‘Bachpan Bachao Andolan’ concerning the implementation of child safety guidelines. The case is scheduled for September 24.

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    Is Child Pornography on a Phone Considered a Crime? SC Issues Notice to Centre Over Controversial Kerala HC Ruling
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    Is Child Pornography on a Phone Considered a Crime? SC Issues Notice to Centre Over Controversial Kerala HC Ruling

    The Supreme Court of India has asked the Central Government to respond to a petition from NGOs challenging the Kerala High Court’s ruling that mere possession of child pornography on a phone isn’t an offense under the Pocso or IT Acts. This decision has triggered significant debate and concern.

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    "He Apologised for Being Playful": Delhi HC Rejects Plea Against Dalai Lama for Kissing Child
    "He Apologised for Being Playful": Delhi HC Rejects Plea Against Dalai Lama for Kissing Child
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    “He Apologised for Being Playful”: Delhi HC Rejects Plea Against Dalai Lama for Kissing Child

    Today (on 9th July), The Delhi High Court rejected a plea filed by NGOs seeking action under the POCSO Act against the Dalai Lama over a controversial incident involving a child. The Division Bench, including Acting Chief Justice Manmohan and Justice Tushar Rao Gedela, dismissed the plea.

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    Beyond 'Good Touch' and 'Bad Touch' - Teaching Minors about 'Virtual Touch' for Social Media Safety : Delhi HC
    Beyond 'Good Touch' and 'Bad Touch' - Teaching Minors about 'Virtual Touch' for Social Media Safety : Delhi HC
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    Beyond ‘Good Touch’ and ‘Bad Touch’ – Teaching Minors about ‘Virtual Touch’ for Social Media Safety : Delhi HC

    Delhi High Court emphasizes educating minors on ‘virtual touch’ alongside traditional teachings of ‘good touch’ and ‘bad touch’ to promote online safety in the digital era.

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    Kerala Court: 65-Year-Old Man Receives 83 Years in Prison for Repeated ‘Sexual Assault on Minor’

    In Kerala, a 65-year-old man was sentenced to 83 years in prison for repeatedly sexually assaulting a 16-year-old girl, with the court delivering the verdict following the prosecutor’s call for the maximum penalty. KERALA: Today(on 16th March), A court in Kerala sentenced a 65-year-old individual to 83 years in prison for repeatedly sexually assaulting a […]

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