Uttar Pradesh Police conducted 35 encounters across the state, resulting in the deaths of three alleged criminals, injuries to more than 36, and the arrest of over 60 suspects. The crackdown reflects the state government's zero-tolerance policy against crime and ongoing efforts to combat organised criminal networks.
The Congress-led UDF candidate in Palakkad, Ramesh Pisharody, was allegedly prevented from entering a BJP stronghold, leading to condemnation from various political figures, including Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan. The incident occurred during Pisharody's campaign tour, with BJP women workers blocking his path and raising slogans.
A senior police official said a man was arrested on Tuesday for allegedly sexually assaulting her.
A Delhi court has remanded Rahul Meena, accused of murdering the daughter of a senior IRS officer, to four days of police custody. The accused admitted to committing a crime and a mistake, claiming he needed the deceased's fingerprints to open a locker.
The Leader of Opposition in Kerala is demanding answers from the Chief Minister regarding allegations against Transport Minister K B Ganesh Kumar made by his wife, questioning the government's commitment to women's safety.
Police investigating the death of a NEET aspirant in Patna have found traces of semen on her clothes, suggesting a possible sexual assault. The investigation continues with DNA profiling and scrutiny of crucial documents.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has approached a special PMLA court in Mumbai seeking a production warrant against Ashok Kharat, a self-styled godman and astrologer, in connection with a money laundering case linked to rape and fraud allegations.
The accused, who resides opposite the victim's house, was identified after CCTV footage confirmed the murder, prompting police to launch a special investigation.
The Supreme Court has deferred the hearing on the CBI's petition challenging the suspension of Kuldeep Singh Sengar's life imprisonment in the 2017 Unnao rape case.
A school principal has been taken into custody by the Hyderabad police following allegations that he had sexually assaulted a teenaged student several times after threatening her.
Two days after the sexual assault on a 3-and-half-year-old girl student at a school in Bangalore, police are yet to arrest the culprit, as the state government on Thursday decided to file a criminal case against the institution for violating several rules.
Following the death of a teenager in Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh, the local administration has imposed prohibitory orders, banning demonstrations and restricting visits to the victim's village. The government cites concerns over law and order and alleges that opposition parties are attempting to sensationalise the matter.
Opposition parties are demanding the resignation of Maharashtra State Women's Commission chairperson Rupali Chakankar due to her alleged connections with a self-proclaimed numerologist, Ashok Kharat, who has been arrested for rape and exploitation.
The Ghazipur administration has imposed prohibitory orders, banning demonstrations and visits to a village, following concerns over law and order after the death of a teenager. The Uttar Pradesh government claims that 'unverified rumours' are being spread and opposition parties are attempting to sensationalise the matter.
Police in Thane, India, seized firearms, weapons, and counterfeit currency from the home of a known criminal, Surendra Pandurang Patil, during a raid.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has requested a special PMLA court in Mumbai to issue a production warrant against Ashok Kharat, a self-styled godman-cum-astrologer, who is accused of rape and fraud and is currently in police custody in Nashik district, in connection with a money laundering case.
The Haryana Police has told the Punjab and Haryana HC that the section on gang rape had been added to the FIR in the case.
A court in Karnataka on Monday sentenced three people to death for sexually assaulting an Israeli tourist and murdering a youth in Koppal district last year.
Police have registered a case against a self-styled godman from Maharashtra's Palghar district for allegedly raping a 35-year-old Pune-based woman after claiming to be an incarnation of Lord Shiva, officials said on Friday.
The victim's mother had seen the watchman making the minor sit on his lap, hugging her and offering chocolates.
Dani Alves, who has denied any wrongdoing, was taken to the Brians 1 jail outside Barcelona.
The fallout from the Justice K Hema Committee report on harassment and abuse in the Malayalam film industry intensified on Monday as a case was filed against well-known filmmaker Ranjith, and several female actors stepped forward with disturbing accounts of the mistreatment they faced at the hands of their various male counterparts.
The Bombay High Court has upheld a lower court's decision to frame murder charges against eight police officers in connection with the 2014 custodial death of Agnello Valdaris, citing inconsistencies in police records and evidence of custodial torture.
Chandy Oommen, son of the late Oommen Chandy, protested against the LDF government while casting his vote in the Puthuppally Assembly election, citing harassment of his father and inadequate constituency funding.
The father of a teenage girl found dead in the Ganga river in Katariya village has stated he does not want any politician to visit his home for political gain, amid allegations from opposition leaders that he is under duress.
Police sources reveal chilling details in the rape and murder of a 22-year-old in south Delhi, stating that accused Rahul Meena, a former domestic help, showed no remorse and repeatedly changed his statements during the investigation.
Jharkhand Police have formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate the alleged rape and murder of a 12-year-old girl in Bishnugarh, Hazaribag. The SIT has been directed to submit a report within a week, and the investigation will consider all angles, including awaiting forensic and autopsy reports.
The top court said it is "unfortunate" that rape victims are treated as "untouchables" in society.
A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed to investigate the alleged rape and murder of a 12-year-old girl in Bishnugarh, Hazaribag, Jharkhand. The SIT will submit its report within a week, focusing on all angles of the case, including awaiting forensic and autopsy reports.
The ruling LDF in Kerala faces criticism after infidelity allegations against Transport Minister K B Ganesh Kumar surfaced, with the opposition UDF questioning the government's response and commitment to women's safety.
He was also sentenced to 20 years rigorous imprisonment each and a fine of Rs 50,000 each under sections 5(f) (penetrative sexual assault on a child) and 5(l) (penetrative sexual assault on a child more than once) of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act.
The girl's mother alleged that her daughter was "inappropriately touched" by a classmate.
All three, who were responsible for the heinous crime near the Coimbatore international airport on Sunday, were found to have been involved in criminal cases in the past, the police said on Tuesday.
Govt said these amendments are aimed at discouraging the trend of child sexual abuse by acting as a deterrent.
With Saif Ali Khan and Randeep Hooda donning the cop uniform on OTT this week, we take a look at 10 memorable police portrayals in Hindi OTT series over the years.
AAP MLA Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra has been arrested in Madhya Pradesh after escaping police custody in a rape case. This marks the sixth arrest of an AAP legislator in Punjab since the Bhagwant Mann government took office.
'Sex is such a healthy thing that your first encounter with it should be good, otherwise it scars you for life, it disturbs you for life.'
A man allegedly entered the classroom of a civic body-run school in east Delhi and sexually assaulted two girls before undressing himself and urinating in front of the students, Delhi Commission for Women said on Wednesday.
The video, which drew widespread condemnation, shows the men constantly molesting the two helpless women, who cry and plead with their captors to spare them the horror.
Spain's High Court on Wednesday upheld a verdict that found former soccer federation president Luis Rubiales guilty of sexual assault for an unsolicited kiss on the lips of national team player Jenni Hermoso at the 2023 World Cup in Sydney.
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