The Supreme Court quashed a rape case, ruling that consensual relationships between adults spanning years cannot be labeled as rape due to an unfulfilled promise to marry. The court emphasized the absence of criminal intent under Section 376 IPC and upheld its consistent stance on such matters while ensuring the confidentiality of the parties involved.
The Delhi High Court emphasized that allegations of sexual violence cannot be dismissed based on monetary settlements, asserting that justice should not be purchasable. The court refused to quash an FIR in a case involving rape, highlighting the importance of natural justice and the broader impact on the community and criminal justice system.
A Bengaluru court today denied bail to former JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna in a sex tapes case, citing the addition of rape charges under Section 376 of the Indian Penal Code. Revanna, arrested on charges of rape and sexual abuse against multiple women, faces multiple sexual assault allegations, including sharing explicit videos. His father, HD Revanna, also faced similar charges recently.
The Delhi High Court acquitted four individuals accused in a gang rape case due to inconsistencies in the victim’s statement under Section 164 of the Criminal Procedure Code. The court criticized the police for a shoddy investigation and emphasized the lack of crucial evidence. The appeal was filed by the convicted men, and they were acquitted due to insufficient material to prove the prosecution’s case.
The Kerala High Court, under Justice Sophy Thomas, has granted bail to P G Manu, a former senior government pleader accused of multiple rapes, emphasizing the importance of addressing allegations against authority figures while safeguarding the survivor’s well-being. The Kerala High Court, on March 22, made headlines by granting bail to Advocate PG Manu, previously […]
The Madras High Court’s recent ruling reinforces the ‘Right to be Forgotten,’ acknowledging the importance of privacy and individuals’ ability to move on from past legal issues. This sets a precedent for similar cases, balancing public information and personal privacy in the digital age. The decision emphasizes the evolving nature of privacy rights and the impact of digital records on individuals’ lives.
A man in Kerala has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for assaulting his 17-year-old stepdaughter. The court imposed a cumulative sentence of 51 years, but he will serve the maximum term. He also faces a fine of Rs 1.55 lakh for the victim’s compensation, showcasing judicial commitment to supporting survivors. The victim endured premeditated assaults and intimidation.