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Teacher’s Disciplinary Actions Cannot Be Converted Into Crime Under POCSO Act: Madras High Court Quashes FIR, Says Exaggerated Allegations Can Damage Educational Institutions
High Court May 11, 2026

Teacher’s Disciplinary Actions Cannot Be Converted Into Crime Under POCSO Act: Madras High Court Quashes FIR, Says Exaggerated Allegations Can Damage Educational Institutions

Can strict child protection laws be misused over ordinary classroom disciplinary actions? Madras High Court says no, quashes FIR against teacher, and holds “sexual intent” is essential for offences under POCSO Act. CHENNAI: The Madras High Court, through Justice L. Victoria Gowri, quashed criminal proceedings against a Tamil teacher who had been accused under the…
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Marital Rape Not An Offence Yet, But Forced Sex In Love Relationship Still Crime: Gauhati High Court Refuses To Quash FIR Against Man Despite Settlement And Proposed Marriage
High Court Apr 3, 2026

Marital Rape Not An Offence Yet, But Forced Sex In Love Relationship Still Crime: Gauhati High Court Refuses To Quash FIR Against Man Despite Settlement And Proposed Marriage

The Gauhati High Court held that serious allegations and victim’s statements cannot be ignored even if families settle the matter. Does a man get any real relief once such allegations are recorded, even if the complainant later withdraws? Forced Sex In Love Relation Still Crime: In a recent Judgment, Justice Pranjal Das of the Gauhati…

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POCSO | Alleged Offence Took Place On Road During School Hours. No Witness, No Medical Proof Casts Doubt: Calcutta HC Sets Aside Life Sentence
High Court Mar 28, 2026

POCSO | Alleged Offence Took Place On Road During School Hours. No Witness, No Medical Proof Casts Doubt: Calcutta HC Sets Aside Life Sentence

The Calcutta High Court highlighted inconsistencies in a POCSO case where the alleged incident took place during active public hours. Can a story of a daylight incident survive in court when no one from the public comes forward to support it? KOLKATA: The Calcutta High Court, through Justice Debangsu Basak along with Justice Biswaroop Chowdhury,…

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Adult Woman Free To Live With Man Of Her Choice, Habeas Corpus Plea By Parents Not Maintainable: Andhra Pradesh High Court Reiterates In Love Marriage Case
High Court Mar 17, 2026

Adult Woman Free To Live With Man Of Her Choice, Habeas Corpus Plea By Parents Not Maintainable: Andhra Pradesh High Court Reiterates In Love Marriage Case

The Andhra Pradesh High Court held that an adult woman’s choice is final and dismissed the habeas corpus petition filed by her parents, as there was no illegal detention. AMARAVATI: In a strong decision favouring personal choice and preventing misuse of law against men, the Andhra Pradesh High Court led by Justice Cheekati Manavendranath Roy…

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Bail Cannot Be Refused Solely On Grave Allegations: J&K & Ladakh High Court Frees Relatives Falsely Accused In POCSO Case  
High Court Mar 9, 2026

Bail Cannot Be Refused Solely On Grave Allegations: J&K & Ladakh High Court Frees Relatives Falsely Accused In POCSO Case  

The J&K & Ladakh High Court granted bail to relatives in a POCSO case, noting their role was limited to allegedly giving shelter to an eloping couple. But it raises a troubling question—should relatives end up in jail merely for providing temporary shelter? JAMMU: The Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court at Jammu, in…

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Marital Rape Not An Offence Yet, But Forced Sex In Love Relationship Still Crime: Gauhati High Court Refuses To Quash FIR Against Man Despite Settlement And Proposed Marriage
High Court Apr 3, 2026 0

Marital Rape Not An Offence Yet, But Forced Sex In Love Relationship Still Crime: Gauhati High Court Refuses To Quash FIR Against Man Despite Settlement And Proposed Marriage

The Gauhati High Court held that serious allegations and victim’s statements cannot be ignored even if families settle the matter. Does a man get any real relief once such allegations are recorded, even if the complainant later withdraws? Forced Sex In Love Relation Still Crime: In a recent Judgment, Justice Pranjal Das of the Gauhati…

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POCSO | Alleged Offence Took Place On Road During School Hours. No Witness, No Medical Proof Casts Doubt: Calcutta HC Sets Aside Life Sentence
High Court Mar 28, 2026 0

POCSO | Alleged Offence Took Place On Road During School Hours. No Witness, No Medical Proof Casts Doubt: Calcutta HC Sets Aside Life Sentence

The Calcutta High Court highlighted inconsistencies in a POCSO case where the alleged incident took place during active public hours. Can a story of a daylight incident survive in court when no one from the public comes forward to support it? KOLKATA: The Calcutta High Court, through Justice Debangsu Basak along with Justice Biswaroop Chowdhury,…

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Adult Woman Free To Live With Man Of Her Choice, Habeas Corpus Plea By Parents Not Maintainable: Andhra Pradesh High Court Reiterates In Love Marriage Case
High Court Mar 17, 2026 0

Adult Woman Free To Live With Man Of Her Choice, Habeas Corpus Plea By Parents Not Maintainable: Andhra Pradesh High Court Reiterates In Love Marriage Case

The Andhra Pradesh High Court held that an adult woman’s choice is final and dismissed the habeas corpus petition filed by her parents, as there was no illegal detention. AMARAVATI: In a strong decision favouring personal choice and preventing misuse of law against men, the Andhra Pradesh High Court led by Justice Cheekati Manavendranath Roy…

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Bail Cannot Be Refused Solely On Grave Allegations: J&K & Ladakh High Court Frees Relatives Falsely Accused In POCSO Case  
High Court Mar 9, 2026 0

Bail Cannot Be Refused Solely On Grave Allegations: J&K & Ladakh High Court Frees Relatives Falsely Accused In POCSO Case  

The J&K & Ladakh High Court granted bail to relatives in a POCSO case, noting their role was limited to allegedly giving shelter to an eloping couple. But it raises a troubling question—should relatives end up in jail merely for providing temporary shelter? JAMMU: The Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court at Jammu, in…

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