Former Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa seeks to quash a sexual assault case filed against him under the POCSO Act. His counsel claims the complainant is a “habitual complainant” with mental health issues and highlights procedural lapses in the case. The court will continue hearing the petition on December 12.
A Gurugram court rejected anticipatory bail plea moved by journalist Chitra Tripathi in a POCSO case. The senior journalist is facing an arrest warrant for publishing a news allegedly related to Asaram Bapu sexual assault case. The court issued an arrest warrant against the journalist earlier this month after it rejected her bail plea and she failed to appear in court in person. Tripathi is facing charges under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO) for allegedly airing news about a 10-year-old girl in connection with the Asaram Bapu case.
The Supreme Court issued a notice to the Gujarat government regarding Asaram Bapu’s petition for suspension of his life sentence for rape, indicating it will only consider medical grounds for his interim release. Asaram’s advocacy centers on serious health issues, despite previous refusals of treatment options. His appeal is still pending.
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The Madhya Pradesh High Court issued a contempt notice to the Indore Police Commissioner for failing to report on an incident where a teacher allegedly strip-searched minor girls. The court demanded compliance with previous orders and instructed the commissioner to appear in court on November 25 regarding the investigation into the matter.
The Supreme Court of India condemned the cross-examination of a four-year-old sexual assault victim, noting she faced around 150 irrelevant questions. Justice Abhay S Oka urged lawyers to show humanity and responsibility, emphasizing the need for compassion in cases involving vulnerable witnesses and calling for reforms in legal practices
The Coimbatore Police submitted a comprehensive 23-page report to the Supreme Court detailing 15 years of cases linked to the Isha Foundation, citing missing persons, suicides, and sexual offenses. The report highlights ongoing investigations, concerns about operational practices, and mentions that inquiries into food safety were inconclusive. The Supreme Court will address the case on October 18.
In a significant ruling, the Kerala High Court held that engaging in sexual activity in the presence of a child constitutes sexual harassment of a minor. Justice A. Badharudeen made this observation while hearing a plea from a man seeking to quash charges against him under various sections of the IPC, the POCSO Act, and the Juvenile Justice Act. The court emphasized that such behavior amounts to sexual harassment, reinforcing the need for stringent action to protect minors from exposure to sexual acts.
The Bombay High Court has instructed the Police Commissioner to respond to extortion allegations against a lawyer and an officer involving a rape case under the POSCO Act. The court emphasized the seriousness of the claims and required a personal affidavit from the Commissioner, highlighting concerns over police misconduct in the investigation.
In September, the Supreme Court granted bail to former Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal and Tamil Nadu’s ex-Transport Minister V. Senthil Balaji, citing prolonged imprisonment and Article 21 rights violations. The Court also continued hearings on the K.G. Kar Medical College rape and murder case, addressing doctor protests, women lawyers’ safety, and gender equity in work conditions. It ruled that mere possession of child pornography is punishable under POCSO, accepted an apology from a Karnataka HC judge for inappropriate remarks, and heard arguments about bulldozer demolitions and Fundamental Duties. Lastly, the Court celebrated its 75th anniversary with reflections on book bans, gender in the judiciary, and bench allocation practices.
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