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Kochi Student Booked Over Alleged Obscene Morphing of Women’s Photos
Kochi: Police booked a student in Kochi for allegedly morphing photographs of teachers and students into obscene content. The case was registered under provisions relating…
Woman Found Dead in Rented Home in Angamaly; Police Suspect Foul Play
Angamaly: A 36-year-old woman from Thiruvananthapuram was found dead in her rented home in Karukutty, Angamaly. Police suspect foul play and are investigating the circumstances…
Woman Stabbed to Death by Husband in Wandoor
Malappuram: A 38-year-old woman, Faseela, was fatally stabbed at her home in Kappil Parassery, Wandoor, following an argument over lunch. Police took her 48-year-old husband,…
Delhi High Court Overturns Rape Acquittal in Case Involving Four-Year-Old Child
New Delhi: The Delhi High Court overturned a trial court's acquittal of a man on a rape charge in a case involving a child who…
Fugitive Suspect Arrested in Myanmar Rape Case Involving 14-Year-Old Girl
Kyauktaw, Myanmar: Authorities in Arakan State announced the arrest of a fugitive suspect in connection with the alleged rape of a 14-year-old girl. According to…
Delhi Court Frames Rape, Murder and Robbery Charges Against Former Domestic Help
New Delhi: A Delhi court framed charges of rape, murder and robbery against Rahul Kumar Meena in connection with the alleged killing of a 22-year-old…
Kerala Teacher Arrested for Allegedly Sexually Abusing Minor Student
Kannur: A madrassa teacher was arrested by Kerala Police for allegedly sexually abusing a minor student repeatedly over a period of two years. Police said…
Nurse allegedly raped and murdered in Hyderabad; mechanic arrested
Telangana:Police arrested a bike mechanic from Bihar in connection with the alleged rape and murder of a nurse in Pahadishareef. Police said the accused had…
Two Malayali women killed in California; police investigate
Milpitas, California, USA:Two Malayali women, Anjana Hari and Ann Mary Mathew, were killed in separate incidents in California. Police arrested a woman on murder charges…
Excise preventive officer arrested in POCSO case
Kottayam:Police arrested a 46-year-old preventive officer of the Kanjirappally Excise Range in a case registered at Mundakayam police station alleging sexual assault of a minor…
Kerala HC: Sexual relations with a wife below 18 can attract POCSO
Kochi:The Kerala High Court held that sexual intercourse with a girl below 18 years can constitute an offence under the POCSO Act even if she…
Advocate's father dies after alleged retaliatory attack linked to domestic-violence case
Ernakulam:An 80-year-old man died while undergoing treatment after allegedly being attacked at his home in an incident reportedly linked to a domestic-violence case handled by…
Five-year-old girl sexual-assault case: migrant worker arrested in Kannur
Kannur:Police arrested a migrant worker from Uttarakhand in connection with a case alleging the sexual assault of a five-year-old girl in Panur. The accused was…
16-Year-Old Girl Allegedly Gang-Raped Inside Moving Sleeper Bus in Delhi
New Delhi: Delhi Police arrested a bus driver and conductor in connection with the alleged gang rape of a 16-year-old girl inside a moving sleeper…
53-year-old man arrested for alleged sexual assault of woman on KSRTC bus
Kozhikode:A 53-year-old man, identified as Biju, was arrested after a woman travelling on a KSRTC bus from Kozhikode towards Kannur allegedly faced sexual assault. The…
Health Officer Booked for Alleged Sexual Assault of Woman Colleague in Indore
Indore, Madhya Pradesh: Police registered a case against a health officer after a 28-year-old woman colleague allegedly accused him of sexually assaulting her at a…
59-Year-Old Man Arrested for Alleged Attempt to Sexually Assault 75-Year-Old Woman
Kollam: A 59-year-old man, identified as Pradeepkumar of Valavupacha, was arrested by police in Kadakkal after a 75-year-old woman allegedly faced an attempted sexual assault.…
Youth Posing as Fake IPS Officer Arrested for Allegedly Sexually Assaulting Minor
Kottayam: Kottayam police arrested a 21-year-old man who allegedly posed as an IPS officer on Instagram to befriend a minor girl and sexually assault her.…
Woman Alleges She Was Filmed While Bathing; Case Registered Against SFI Leader
Kannur, Kerala: A woman complained that a mobile phone was used to record her while she was bathing in an outdoor bathroom at her home.…
Elderly Woman Allegedly Assaulted at Her Home in Ottapalam; Youth Arrested
Palakkad: A young man was arrested after an elderly woman in Ottapalam alleged that he entered her home, assaulted her and attempted to sexually assault…
Kishtwar Minor's Alleged Rape and Death Case Transferred to Crime Branch
Kishtwar, Jammu and Kashmir: The alleged rape and subsequent death of a minor tribal girl in Kishtwar prompted demands for a Crime Branch investigation. Reports…
Two Men Arrested After Reported Sexual Assault Near UW-Madison
Madison, Wisconsin, United States: Two men were arrested after a reported sexual assault early Saturday near Goodspeed Family Pier at Alumni Park, according to UW-Madison…
Woman Allegedly Raped by Armed Men in Omdurman
Omdurman, Sudan: A Sudanese human-rights monitor alleged that four armed men raped a woman in Omdurman's Umbada district after stopping her and her mother while…
Gujarat Man Held for Allegedly Raping and Killing 76-Year-Old Woman
Rajkot, Gujarat: Police arrested a 33-year-old man, Ramesh Vaidhukiya, in connection with the alleged rape and killing of a 76-year-old woman whose body was found…
14-Year-Old Girl Allegedly Sexually Assaulted by Auto Driver; Accused Arrested
Kasaragod: A 14-year-old girl was allegedly sexually assaulted by an autorickshaw driver while returning home after attending an Onam celebration programme. Cheemeni police arrested the…
Woman Found Dead in Malappuram; Husband Taken Into Custody
Malappuram:Police took Suresh into custody in connection with the death of 37-year-old Nisha, whose decomposed body was found near the Neerpuzha river. Police said they…
High Court Acquits Four Men Previously Sentenced to Death in Minor Sisters' Rape-Murder Case
Sonipat, Haryana:The Punjab and Haryana High Court acquitted four men who had previously been sentenced to death in connection with the 2021 rape and murder…
Man Detained Over Suspected Murder of Wife in Kosovo
Prizren, Kosovo: A court in Prizren ordered 30 days of pre-trial detention for an 81-year-old man suspected of the aggravated murder of his 80-year-old wife.…
Man Arrested After Allegedly Attacking Ex-Wife and Her Parents in Bangladesh
Meherpur, Bangladesh: Police arrested a man identified as Shawon after he allegedly attacked his former wife and her parents with a sharp weapon at their…
Student Alleges Rape by College Senior; Man Arrested in Bhopal
Madhya Pradesh:A 24-year-old male student was arrested after a 22-year-old fellow student allegedly accused him of rape in Bhopal's Kolar area. Police registered a case…
Supreme Court Rules on Domestic Violence Proceedings Arising From Kerala Case
The Supreme Court ruled in a case arising from proceedings initiated under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act after the Kerala High Court…
Woman Allegedly Assaulted and Dragged Toward Train Toilet; Assam Native Arrested
Malappuram:A man identified as Roy Raju, 30, was arrested by the Railway Protection Force after a woman travelling on a train allegedly reported that he…
Husband Arrested for Allegedly Trying to Burn Wife and Daughter With Petrol
Thiruvananthapuram:Police arrested a man from Karakulam, identified by police as Ranjith, in connection with an alleged attempt to set his wife and daughter on fire…
Husband Arrested Over Alleged Sale of Wife’s Private Videos; POCSO Case Also Registered
Thiruvananthapuram: A 30-year-old man was arrested by Kottiyam police after his wife alleged that he had secretly recorded intimate videos of her and sold or…
Woman Dies by Suicide After Wedding Called Off; Family Raises Allegations Against Fiancé
Alappuzha: A young woman in Aroor died by suicide after her proposed marriage was called off. Her relatives alleged that the fiancé and his family…
Supreme Court Directs Tarun Tejpal to Surrender Within Two Weeks in 2013 Sexual Assault Case
New Delhi: The Supreme Court directed former Tehelka editor Tarun Tejpal to surrender within two weeks in connection with the 2013 Goa sexual assault case.…
Man Arrested Over Alleged Sexual Assault and Secret Filming of Women at South Korean Water Park
Yongin, South Korea: Police arrested a man accused of sexually harassing a woman at Caribbean Bay water park in Yongin. Police said he allegedly touched…
Police Sub-Inspector Booked for Alleged Sexual Assault of Former Classmate
Kollam: Police registered a case against a serving Sub-Inspector following a woman's complaint that he allegedly sexually assaulted her after reconnecting with her through WhatsApp.…
DFO Booked After Women Allegedly Face Sexual Misconduct on Train
Kasaragod: Railway police registered a case against Kasaragod DFO Jose Mathew following a complaint alleging that he behaved inappropriately and made sexual gestures towards women…
Four Arrested After Nurse Allegedly Assaulted at Kundara Hospital
Kollam: Four men were arrested after a duty nurse and a security guard at Kundara Taluk Hospital were allegedly assaulted by a group at the…
Supreme Court Panel to Prioritise Sexual-Assault Complaints by Women Protesters
New Delhi: The Supreme Court said a high-powered committee examining allegations of police excesses during NEET-related protests would prioritise complaints of sexual assault faced by…
Retrial Begins for Former Police Officer Accused of Sexual Assault
Atlanta, United States: A retrial began for former East Point police officer Richard Gooddine in connection with sexual-assault allegations involving girls and women. He had…
Young woman allegedly sexually assaulted in Surrey park — Canada
Canada: A 40-year-old man was arrested in Surrey in connection with an alleged sexual assault involving a young woman in a park. Police investigated the complaint…
German woman allegedly sexually harassed at Indore’s Gandhi Hall — Madhya Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh: A 35-year-old German woman allegedly reported that she was sexually harassed at Gandhi Hall in Indore. Police arrested a security guard in connection with…
Woman attacked by nephew after dispute — Thiruvananthapuram
Thiruvananthapuram: A 62-year-old woman was allegedly attacked by her nephew following an argument at her home in Thiruvananthapuram. She sustained a head injury and required medical treatment.…
Woman alleges husband secretly sold intimate photos — Kollam
Kollam: A woman in Kollam allegedly complained that her husband secretly photographed her and their four-year-old daughter and attempted to sell the images through online platforms. According to the…
Vattiyoorkavu Ajith arrested over derogatory/sexually suggestive content targeting women
Thiruvananathapuram: Police arrested Vattiyoorkavu Ajith, president of the All Kerala Men’s Association, following allegations that derogatory and sexually suggestive AI-generated content targeting women who attended a Women…
Kerala HC case involving alleged assault of women MLAs — Thiruvananthapuram/Kochi
Thiruvananthapuram/Kochi: The Kerala High Court quashed criminal proceedings against four former UDF MLAs in connection with the 2015 Assembly ruckus, including allegations concerning the assault of…
Assam tribal girl gang-rape case
Assam: A case involving the alleged gang rape of a 16-year-old tribal girl in Assam's Chirang district saw further developments on 18 August. Three accused had been arrested in…
Migrant women report sexual harassment in Ceuta, Spain
Spain: Women who entered Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta during a large migration crossing reported facing sexual harassment while living in overcrowded and unsafe…
Young woman and fiancé attacked — Thrissur
Thrissur: A 23-year-old woman, Vaishnavi, and her fiancé, Arun, 27, were allegedly attacked at Cherpu in Thrissur on Sunday night. According to reports, the incident occurred around…
Woman set on fire by husband — Kannur
Kannur: A young woman was allegedly attacked by her husband at Kookanam in Kariyavellur, Kannur, on 17 August 2026. According to the report, the woman suffered burn injuries…
India — Woman sexually assaulted in Telangana
Telangana: A young woman in Paloncha mandal, Telangana, and her family members reportedly staged a protest outside a young man's house, accusing him of sexually assaulting her after allegedly…
Woman allegedly sexually assaulted and attacked in France
France: A 60-year-old woman was reportedly attacked in the early hours near Nice railway station. According to reports, a 49-year-old British man was arrested in connection with an alleged…
Sexual assault of women living alone — Alathur, Palakkad
Police arrested a man in Kochi in connection with allegations that he targeted women who lived alone in the Alathur area and sexually assaulted them. According to…
Sexual assault allegation on KSRTC bus — Malappuram
Malappuram: A young woman has complained that she was sexually assaulted while travelling on a KSRTC bus in Malappuram. She also alleged that another passenger behaved…
Woman allegedly raped after being drugged — Delhi
Delhi: A 22-year-old woman working as a makeup artist allegedly reported that she was sexually assaulted twice by a man she had met through social media.…
Woman killed in Malta — Żabbar
Żabbar: Charlotte Zammit, 44, was found dead inside a residence in Żabbar after police received a report of gunfire on Saturday afternoon. Her partner, Roderick Azzopardi, was arrested…
Minor girl sexual-abuse case at kumily, idukki.
Idukki: Asianet News reported on 15 August that police arrested a man in connection with the death of a 16-year-old student in Kumily. A post-mortem examination reportedly…
Bengaluru, Karnataka — Woman assaulted during dog-related dispute
Bengaluru: A dispute between residents in Bengaluru reportedly escalated into a physical altercation involving a woman. According to the Times of India report published on 15 August 2026, the disagreement was related to…
Global — Melbourne, Australia: Woman assaulted
Australia: A 68-year-old woman was allegedly assaulted on Flinders Lane in Melbourne's CBD at around 10:30 a.m. on Friday. According to reports, a 40-year-old man…
Woman assaulted by husband — Ranni, Pathanamthitta
Pathanamthitta: A woman in Ranni complained that her husband allegedly assaulted her at their home. According to Manorama Online, the incident followed a dispute over food, and…
Woman public activist murdered — North Paravur, Ernakulam
Ernakulam: A woman who was active in public affairs was allegedly lured to a house in North Paravur on the pretext of settling a dispute and was subsequently murdered. Police…
14-year-old girl found dead — Ernakulam
Ernakulam: A 14-year-old student from Kunnukara, Nedumbassery, Ernakulam, was found dead at her home. Asianet News reported that police were investigating the circumstances and that their preliminary assessment linked…
Woman murdered in Chennai — Tamil Nadu
An 80-year-old woman living alone in an apartment in T. Nagar, Chennai, was found murdered. Police detained her domestic help and two other men in…
Zimbabwe — Mother and two daughters killed
Zimbabwe: A report published by The Guardian on 14 August 2026 highlighted the deaths of a mother and her two daughters in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. The case has…
US Justice Department Findings on California Women's Prisons
California: On August 13, 2026, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced findings from a federal civil rights investigation, revealing reasonable cause to believe that the…
RG Kar Hospital Case Development: Arrest of Ex-TMC MLA Nirmal Ghosh
West Bengal: In a major development regarding the 2024 rape and murder of the resident doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, the West Bengal Police…
Kasaragod Cyber Fraud Case
Antony Vincent, a native of Anikkad, Kottayam, was arrested by the Kasaragod Cyber Crime Police in Thenmala, Kollam, for defrauding a woman from Uduma, Kasaragod, of ₹13,16,731.…
Nedumangad House Fire Death
Thiruvananthapuram : Soumya, a native of Thekada, passed away while undergoing treatment for severe burn injuries at the hospital. The incident occurred on August 10 at around…
Kozhikode POCSO case – Court acquittal
Kozhikode: A man who had spent 83 days in jail in a POCSO case was acquitted by the court after the evidence did not establish sexual assault.…
Thrissur — Elderly woman cheated of gold and cash
Thrissur: Two women were arrested in Thrissur for allegedly deceiving an elderly woman by claiming that a snake-related curse would cause her son to die within…
Kerala High Court — Sexual-assault case involving a minor
Ernakulam: The Kerala High Court considered a case involving allegations of sexual assault of a minor by her father. The Court held that such a…
Rajkot, Gujarat — Woman alleges rape and assault
Gujarat: Police arrested an autorickshaw driver after a woman alleged that he raped and assaulted her. The case also includes allegations of threats and financial…
London, United Kingdom — Serial sex offender sentenced for murders of two women
London: Simon Levy, 40, was sentenced to a whole-life prison term after being convicted of murdering two women and raping another. The case also raised serious…
17-Year-Old Girl Sexual Assault Case – Kozhikode
Kozhikode- Police arrested Sagesh Kumbali, described as a key member of an interstate drug network operating around Kozhikode, in connection with a case involving the alleged sexual…
Woman KSRTC Conductor Assaulted – Ernakulam
Ernakulam: Ernakulam police arrested a man identified as Shibin for allegedly assaulting a female KSRTC conductor during a dispute over a seat reserved for women.…
Bengaluru Woman Reports Sexual Harassment During WhatsApp Video Calls
Bengaluru: Bengaluru police are investigating complaints from women who reported receiving obscene WhatsApp video calls and messages from unknown men. FIRs were registered under relevant provisions of…
Canada: Indian-Origin Woman’s Killing — Suspect Arrested
Canada: Canadian authorities arrested Abdul Ghafoori, a Toronto resident, in connection with the killing of Himanshi Khurana, an Indian-origin woman in Toronto. The suspect was arrested at…
UK: Investigation into systemic failures after serial sex offender convicted
London: On 8 August, The Times reported further details of the case of Simon Levy, a convicted sex offender in London. Levy was found guilty of murdering two…
Delhi: Woman and teenage daughter attacked by husband/father
Delhi: A man was arrested by Delhi Police in connection with an alleged attack on his wife and his 15-year-old daughter during a domestic dispute…
Kannur: Death of 20-year-old woman — investigation into husband
Kannur: Twenty-year-old Fathimathul Riza from Poithumkadavu in Kannur died on 28 July, around six months after her marriage. According to her family, she had allegedly faced physical and…
Bombay High Court Convicts Former Tehelka Editor Tarun Tejpal in 2013 Sexual Assault Case
Bombay: The Bombay High Court (Goa Bench) overturned the 2021 trial court acquittal of former Tehelka editor-in-chief Tarun Tejpal in the 2013 sexual assault case involving a…
Serial Sex Offender Convicted of Murdering Two Women in London
London: A London court convicted serial sex offender Simon Levy of murdering two women and raping another while he was on bail. The case drew widespread attention…
Munich Car-Ramming Attack Life Sentence (Germany)
Germany: The Higher Regional Court in Munich sentenced 25-year-old Farhad N. to life imprisonment for a deadly car-ramming attack on a trade union demonstration in Munich…
High-Profile Sexual Assault Conviction: Tarun Tejpal Case
Bombay: The Bombay High Court (Goa Bench) overturned a trial court's previous The Bombay High Court (Goa Bench) overturned a trial court's previous acquittal and convicted former Tehelka editor-in-chief Tarun Tejpal…
Thrissur Hostel Infiltration & Murder Plot
Thrissur: police arrested five men near the Guruvayur Temple who were plotting to murder a female spa employee at her ladies' hostel. The main suspect planned the attack after the…
2017 Actress Assault Case (High Court Sentence Suspension Dismissal)
Kochi: The Kerala High Court dismissed a plea for suspension of sentence filed by Martin Antony, the second accused in the 2017 actress abductions and assault case. A…
Pathanamthitta Serial POCSO Abuse Case
Pathanamthitta: Police in Pathanamthitta registered 7 separate FIRs under the POCSO Act against 7 men—including the victim's own father—for repeatedly abusing a Class 10 student over several years.…
Inserting ‘vibrating machine’ into child is penetrative sexual assault, rules Kerala High Court
Kochi: The Kerala High Court upheld the conviction and 10-year rigorous imprisonment sentence of a cosmetology centre manager for sexually assaulting a 17-year-old staff member with…
Physical Assault on Woman Sub-Inspector (Kozhikode)
Kozhikode: Kozhikode police arrested a 29-year-old native of Kasaragod for physically assaulting Sub-Inspector N. Leela while she was on night patrol duty in Nellikode. When instructed to…
2017 Actress Assault Case – State's Appeal Admitted by Kerala High Court
Kochi: The Kerala High Court considered proceedings relating to the 2017 actress abduction and sexual assault case. The hearing concerned legal proceedings arising from the long-pending investigation…
Coimbatore Girl Rape and Murder Case
Coimbatore: A 10-year-old girl was allegedly raped and murdered in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, in a case that sparked widespread public outrage. According to the police,…
Woman Allegedly Raped on Brighton Beach; Suspect Arrested
United Kingdom: A woman in her 20s was allegedly raped during the early hours of 5 August on Brighton Beach in East Sussex, United Kingdom.…
Kerala High Court Refuses Relief to Husband and In-Laws in Dowry Cruelty Case
Kochi: The Kerala High Court declined to grant relief to a husband and his parents who are accused of subjecting a woman to dowry-related harassment and…
15-Year-Old Girl Found Dead; Three Arrested for Alleged Rape and Murder
Assam: A 15-year-old Class IX student was found dead at her home in Hailakandi district, Assam. Following a preliminary investigation, police arrested three men on…
Police Officer Accused of Raping Woman Inside Police Station in Pakistan
Pakistan: A woman alleged that she was raped inside the Ghaziabad Police Station in Lahore by an assistant sub-inspector. Following the allegations, authorities suspended the…
Attempt to Sexually Assault Sleeping Woman in Kochi
Kochi: A young woman sleeping alone in her apartment near the KSRTC bus stand in Kochi woke up after an intruder entered her flat and allegedly attempted to sexually…
14-Year-Old Girl Found Dead; Rape Suspected
Madhya Pradesh: The semi-nude body of a 14-year-old girl was found in Satna district, Madhya Pradesh. Police stated that she had fatal injuries and evidence at the scene…
Melbourne Businessman Found Guilty of Rape and Sexual Assault
Australia: An Australian court lifted a suppression order, allowing the identification of Ralph Carr, a well-known Melbourne entertainment businessman and sports agent, after a jury found him guilty of two…
Man, Allegedly Kills Wife and Mother-in-Law; Surrenders to Police
Bangladesh: A man allegedly killed his wife and mother-in-law at their residence in the Kalabagan area of Dhaka. According to police, the incident occurred in the morning, after…
Rape case registered against a Nirmohi Akhada Mahamandaleshwar
Madhya Pradesh: Police in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, registered a rape case against a Mahamandaleshwar of the Nirmohi Akhada following a complaint filed by a woman. Based on the allegations, the police initiated an investigation…
Young Women’s Morphed Nude Images Shared Online; Accused Booked
Kasaragod: A 25-year-old man was booked for allegedly morphing photographs of young women into nude images using digital editing tools and sharing them through Telegram…
British Woman Found Dead in Suitcase in Athens; Homicide Investigation Launched
Athens: A 38-year-old British woman, Elisabeth-Jane Ross, was found dead inside a suitcase in Athens. Greek police launched a major homicide investigation and assigned their homicide…
Bride-to-be Allegedly Gang-Raped After Fiancé Was Assaulted
A young woman who was engaged to be married was allegedly gang-raped after a group of assailants assaulted her fiancé. According to police, the couple…
16-Year-Old Girl Allegedly Abducted by Friends; Youths Arrested
kozhikode: A 16-year-old girl was allegedly abducted after leaving her home at night. Following a complaint filed by her family, the Chevayur Police launched an investigation and…
Kerala High Court Upholds Conviction in POCSO Sexual Assault Case
On 31 July 2026, the Kerala High Court upheld the conviction in a case under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, ruling that forcibly placing a…
Kerala High Court Extends Stay in Sexual Assault Case Against Director Chidambaram
On 31 July 2026, the Kerala High Court extended the interim stay on further proceedings in the sexual assault case registered against filmmaker Chidambaram S. Poduval. The case…
Woman Brutally Assaulted by Influencer in Iran; Case Sparks Public Outrage
Iran: On 31 July 2026, Iranian authorities continued investigating a widely publicized incident in which a social media influencer, Navid Ziadkhan Qaradaghi, was captured on…
Four Men Sentenced to 20 Years for Gang Rape of Dalit Woman
Karnataka :On 31 July 2026, the Second Additional District and Sessions (Special) Court in Mangaluru sentenced four men to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for the gang rape…
Kerala High Court Upholds Conviction in POCSO Sexual Assault Case
On 31 July 2026, the Kerala High Court upheld the conviction in a case under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, ruling that forcibly placing a…
Three Women Injured in Knife Attack in Paris; Suspect Arrested
Paris: French police arrested a man after he allegedly attacked three women with kitchen knives on a street in northern Paris. The victims, aged 19, 24,…
Trainee IPS Officer Sent to Judicial Custody in Sexual Assault Case
Hyderabad: A trainee Indian Police Service (IPS) officer, M. Uday Krishna Reddy, was sent to judicial custody in connection with the alleged sexual assault of a…
Women Students Catch Man Accused of Indecent Exposure in Kochi
Kochi: A group of women students in Kochi reported that a man allegedly exposed himself to them while they were walking from their hostel to…
Assam Woman Rescued from Alleged Newborn Trafficking Racket
Kerala: A 22-year-old pregnant woman from Assam was allegedly lured to Kerala with false promises of assistance during childbirth. Police said she was instead drawn into an…
Cyber case registered over misogynistic remarks against women
Thiruvananthapuram: On 29 July 2026, the Kerala Cyber Crime Wing registered a case against political commentator T.G. Mohandas following complaints over remarks he allegedly made…
Hyderabad: Trainee IPS Officer Arrested for Alleged Sexual Harassment of Co-Trainee
Hyderabad: A trainee Indian Police Service (IPS) officer was arrested for allegedly sexually harassing a female co-trainee at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Police Academy…
USA: Four Women Accuse Actor Jared Leto of Sexual Misconduct in BBC Investigation
USA: A BBC documentary released on 29 July 2026 reported allegations from several women who accused actor and musician Jared Leto of sexual misconduct. The women…
Elderly Woman Alleges Police Assault at Kerala Secretariat
Thiruvananthapuram: An elderly woman from Varkala alleged that she was assaulted by police personnel when she visited the Kerala Secretariat to meet the Chief Minister regarding a…
Two Men Arrested in Baramulla for Alleged Gang Rape and Recording Assault Video
Jammu and Kashmir: Police in Baramulla, Jammu and Kashmir, arrested two men who were accused of sexually assaulting a young woman and recording the incident on…
Australia: Yung Filly Faces Trial Over Alleged Sexual Assault Case
Australia: British entertainer and YouTuber Yung Filly (Andres Felipe Valencia Barrientos) is facing trial in Australia over allegations of sexual assault involving a 20-year-old woman.…
A 25-year-old woman found dead on the coastal railway tracks
Alappuzha: A 25-year-old woman identified as Neha Krishnan, a native of Olavanna in Kozhikode, was found dead on the coastal railway tracks between Aroor and Thuravoor in Alappuzha district.…
Targeted Shooting Case (Toronto, Canada)
Canada: A 26-year-old Indian-origin woman named Navneet Kaur was shot and killed in Toronto, Canada. According to law enforcement, the incident occurred at the intersection of Humberwood Boulevard…
Charred Body of Woman Found in Rented House; Murder Suspected (Indore, Madhya Pradesh)
Indore: The charred body of a woman was discovered inside her rented house in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, on 27 July 2026. Police suspect it is…
Idukki Fast Track Court Sentences Man to Six Years' Rigorous Imprisonment for Sexually Assaulting Minor Girl
Idukki: The Idukki Fast Track Court sentenced a 46-year-old man to six years of rigorous imprisonment and imposed a ₹30,000 fine for sexually assaulting a…
Germany: One Woman Killed and Several Injured in Berlin Pride Van Attack
Berlin, Germany: A woman was killed and at least 16 other people were injured after a van drove into crowds near the Berlin Pride celebrations. German…
Nagpur Woman Reports Six Years of Abduction, Sexual Exploitation, and Forced Marriage; Police Launch Investigation
Nagpur, Maharashtra: A young woman approached the police after enduring nearly six years of alleged abduction, sexual exploitation, and forced marriage. According to her complaint, she was abducted…
Two Minor Girls, Including POCSO Survivor, Reported Missing in Aluva; Police Launch Investigation
Ernakulam: Police have launched a search operation after two minor girls were reported missing from Aluva. One of the missing girls is a 16-year-old survivor of a POCSO…
Indian Woman Allegedly Strangled by Live-in Partner
Canada: A 23-year-old Indian woman from Punjab, Damanpreet Kaur, was allegedly strangled to death by her live-in partner at their residence in Edmonton, Canada. Emergency services responded…
Woman Allegedly Gang-Raped by Three Men While Returning Home
Bihar: A woman was allegedly abducted and gang-raped by three men while she was returning home in Muzaffarpur district of Bihar. According to police, the accused intercepted…
Police Launch Manhunt After Woman Sexually Assaulted Near Popular Beach
Scotland: Police Scotland launched a manhunt after a woman was sexually assaulted while walking along the Fife Coastal Path near Kingsbarns Beach. The assault occurred in the afternoon on July 22, and…
National Commission for Women Seeks Report on Minor Girl's Abduction and Sexual Assault
Bengaluru: The National Commission for Women (NCW) took suo motu cognisance of the alleged abduction and sexual assault of a minor girl in Bengaluru. According to reports, the girl was allegedly kidnapped,…
Fatal Domestic Homicide in Kothamangalam
Ernakulam: A 46-year-old woman, Sini Biju, who worked as a cleaning staff member at a private hospital in Kothamangalam, lost her life after she was allegedly attacked by…
Re-arrest & Cyber Crime FIRs in Medical Student Image-Morphing Case
Thiruvananthapuram: On July 24, police registered two additional criminal cases against Abel Augustine, a third-year MBBS student, for downloading social media photos and Instagram stories of fellow female…
Severe Domestic Assault with Machete (Kadakkavoor, Thiruvananthapuram)
Thiruvananthapuram: A 38-year-old woman named Viji was brutally attacked by her live-in partner/husband, Anu, at a local vehicle workshop following an ongoing domestic dispute. The attack…
Hate Crime Attack on a Muslim Woman (Moncton, Canada)
Canada: On July 23, Canadian media outlets and police officially released updates regarding a violent attack on a Muslim woman in a Moncton parking lot. The victim…
Delhi Police Brutality Probe: FIR Demanded Against Senior Cop Following High Court Outrage Over Assault on Female Protester
Delhi: On July 23, 2026, a formal police complaint was filed in New Delhi against Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Sandeep Lamba for allegedly assaulting…
Actor Assault Case Legal Updates (Ernakulam / High Court)
Ernakulam: A Division Bench of the Kerala High Court (comprising Justices Raja Vijayaraghavan V. and K. V. Jayakumar) rejected sentence suspension pleas filed by convicts C.…
Quashing of Sexual Harassment Case Against Businessman
Ernakulam: On July 23, the Kerala High Court (Justice Jobin Sebastian) officially quashed the criminal proceedings pending before the Additional District and Sessions Court, Ernakulam against businessman Boby…
South Africa (Western Cape): Consecutive Life Sentences for Serial Rapist and Murderer
South Africa: On July 22, 2026, the Western Cape High Court in South Africa handed down consecutive life sentences to a repeat offender for the…
Bangladesh (Chandpur): Life Imprisonment Handed Down in Child Rape Case
Bangladesh: On July 22, 2026, Judge Md. Rezaul Karim of the Women and Children Repression Prevention Tribunal in Chandpur, Bangladesh, sentenced 50-year-old Md. Arun Bhuiyan…
United Kingdom (Bury): Grooming Gang Victim's Historic Convictions Quashed
United Kingdom: The Crown Court formally quashed the historic criminal convictions of a woman who was groomed and sexually exploited at age 14 by a…
Canada (Peel Region): MS-13 Gang Members Charged with Sex Trafficking
Canada: Peel Regional Police announced charges against two men tied to the MS-13 gang following a lengthy human trafficking investigation ("Project Mermaid"). Officers revealed that…
Nine Women Rescued from Human Trafficking Racket
Navi Mumbai: Acting on specific intelligence regarding commercial sex work operating out of Hotel Abode Inn Lodging and Boarding in Taloja, the Anti-Human Trafficking Unit (AHTU) of the Navi Mumbai…
Kerala High Court Dismisses Survivor's Plea to Re-register FIR Against Police Officers
The Kerala High Court dismissed a petition filed by a sexual assault survivor seeking the re-registration of a First Information Report (FIR) against police officers.…
Australia: Experts Renew Call to Address Violence Against Women
Australia: Following the deaths of two women and two girls in separate incidents within four days, Australian experts renewed calls for stronger action to prevent gender-based…
Germany: Berlin Man Faces Multiple Rape Charges
Germany: Berlin prosecutors charged a 68-year-old man with 22 counts of rape involving 14 women. Authorities allege that he drugged victims before sexually assaulting them and…
Three Women Released After Imprisonment in Cameroon
Cameroon: Three women who had been imprisoned in Cameroon on homosexuality-related charges were released after legal and financial assistance from human rights organizations. Rights groups stated that the women had…
Woman Alleges Abduction and Gang Rape in Chhattisgarh
Chattisgarh: A woman in Balod district, Chhattisgarh, alleged that she was abducted by three men and gang-raped. Police registered a case based on her complaint and began an…
Bengal Woman Allegedly Gang-Raped in Karnataka; Three Arrested
Karnataka: A 30-year-old tribal woman from West Bengal alleged that she was abducted, robbed, and gang-raped in Karnataka's Chamarajanagar district. According to the police, the woman…
Temple Priest Arrested for Alleged Rape and Cheating Woman of ₹7 Lakh
Thiruvananathapuram: Police in Thiruvananthapuram arrested a temple priest after a woman accused him of repeatedly sexually assaulting her and cheating her of nearly ₹7 lakh by exploiting her…
Kerala High Court Hears Nava Kerala Yatra Assault Case
Kochi: The Kerala High Court adjourned the hearing on a petition filed by the Kerala Government seeking the cancellation of bail granted to five police officers accused…
Kerala High Court Allows Medical Termination for 14-Year-Old Rape Survivor
The Kerala High Court granted permission for the medical termination of the pregnancy of a 14-year-old girl who became pregnant after an alleged rape. The…
Woman Found Dead in Suspected Domestic Homicide
Georgia: Police in Valdosta, Georgia, responded to an emergency call and discovered a 29-year-old woman dead inside her home. Authorities believe the incident was a…
Woman Charged After Carrying Knife Near Protest Linked to Alleged Sex Offender
Scotland: A 38-year-old woman appeared before Aberdeen Sheriff Court after police charged her with allegedly carrying a knife and engaging in threatening behaviour near a…
Three Women Killed in Separate Domestic Violence Incidents
Australia: Australian authorities continued investigating three separate incidents in which women were allegedly killed by current or former partners. The cases occurred in different states…
Minor Girl Sexually Assaulted After Contact Through Social Media
Lucknow: The Lucknow Police arrested an 18-year-old youth named Hemant Kumar from Rae Bareli for allegedly raping a 17-year-old girl whom he befriended through social media. The…
Woman Molested at Kolkata Nightclub; Fiancé Assaulted
Kolkata: A woman was allegedly molested inside a nightclub in Kolkata while she was with her fiancé. When her fiancé tried to protect her, he…
Seven-Year-Old Girl Allegedly Raped by Neighbour in Rajasthan
Rajasthan: A seven-year-old girl was allegedly raped by her neighbour in Barmer district of Rajasthan. According to the police, the accused lured the child on the…
National Commission for Women Seeks Swift Action in Alleged Rape of Tribal Woman
Wayanad: The National Commission for Women (NCW) has urged Kerala Police to take immediate and strict action in the alleged rape of a 23-year-old tribal…
Woman Seeks Police Protection Alleging Threats to Her Life
Kochi: A woman approached the Kochi City Police seeking protection after alleging that her life was in danger due to repeated threats. Her plea came…
Kerala Court Awards Death Sentence in Nenmara Double Murder Case
Palakkad: A court in Kerala sentenced a 61-year-old man to death for the brutal murder of a woman and her son in the 2025 Nenmara double murder…
Young Woman Allegedly Stabbed to Death; Accused Dies by Suicide
Nashik, Maharashtra: A 21-year-old woman was allegedly stabbed to death by her former live-in partner after she decided to marry another person. According to police,…
KSRTC Employee Arrested for Alleged Sexual Harassment of Woman Passenger
Alappuzha: A KSRTC employee has been arrested for allegedly sexually harassing a woman passenger aboard a KSRTC Super Fast bus travelling from Alappuzha to Kollam.…
Supreme Court Criticises Hospitals for Denying Treatment to Assaulted Child
Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh: The Supreme Court has strongly criticised two private hospitals and their doctors for allegedly refusing timely treatment to a four-year-old girl who…
Private Bus Driver and Cleaner Convicted in POCSO Case
Kozhikode: A Fast Track Special Court convicted a private bus driver and cleaner in a POCSO case involving the sexual assault of a minor girl.…
Special Investigation Team Apprehends Suspect in Assault and Murder Case
Nagpur/Wardha, Maharashtra: A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has arrested a 30-year-old individual, Rahul Raju, following the assault and subsequent murder of a 12-year-old girl. The…
Indian Woman Stabbed to Death in London; Murder Investigation Underway
London, England: A 24-year-old Indian woman from Punjab, Kirandeep Kaur, was fatally stabbed at her residence in Hayes, west London. According to the Metropolitan Police,…
Boyfriend Arrested for Allegedly Abetting Woman's Suicide
Pathanamthitta: Police have arrested a man in connection with the death of a 31-year-old woman who was found hanging at her residence in Adoor. According…
Law Student Dies Days After Alleged Stabbing Following End of Relationship
Bengaluru, Karnataka: A 22-year-old law student died while undergoing treatment after she was allegedly stabbed by the brother of her former boyfriend. According to police,…
Two Men Arrested for Alleged Sexual Harassment of Woman Following Road Accident
Thiruvananthapuram: Two men were arrested for allegedly sexually harassing a woman following a road accident near Vazhuthacaud. According to police, the incident occurred after an…
Woman Allegedly Set on Fire Over ₹5,000 Loan Dispute; Neighbour Under Investigation
Patan, Gujarat: A 35-year-old woman died after she was allegedly set on fire by her neighbour following a dispute over the repayment of a ₹5,000…
First-Grade Student Allegedly Injured After Teacher Punishment at School
Thiruvananthapuram: A complaint has been lodged alleging that a first-grade student was injured after being punished by a teacher at a government higher secondary school…
Police Register Case Against Mother Following Alleged Abuse of Minor Daughter
Ernakulam: Police have registered a case against a woman following allegations that she physically abused her minor daughter. According to police, the child stated that…
Local Council Faced Investigation Following Allegedly Arbitrary Actions in Assault Case
Ranchi, Jharkhand: Police authorities have initiated action against several members of a local village council (Panchayat) following allegations of bypassing the legal system in a…
High Court Rejects Plea to Suspend Sentence of Convict in Actress Assault Case
Ernakulam: The Kerala High Court has dismissed a petition filed by Sunil N.S., also known as Pulsar Suni, seeking suspension of his 20-year prison sentence…
Man Arrested After Alleged Sexual Assault During Attempted Robbery
Ernakulam: A 27-year-old man has been arrested in connection with an alleged attempted robbery and sexual assault at a house in Perumbavoor. According to police,…
Individual Faced Legal Cases Following Allegations of Assault of a Minor and Digital Exploitation
Dispur, Assam: A 20-year-old youth was apprehended by law enforcement authorities in connection with the alleged sexual assault of a minor girl in the Barpeta…
Family Alleges Woman Faced Harassment After Dispute Over Chicken Curry; Seeks Justice
Thiruvananthapuram: The family of a woman who was found dead at her husband's residence has sought a detailed police investigation into the circumstances surrounding her…
Woman Found Dead Under Suspicious Circumstances; Friend Taken into Police Custody
Pathanamthitta: A 31-year-old woman was found dead inside her house in Adoor under suspicious circumstances. According to police, the woman was found with multiple injuries…
European Union Plans Stronger Social Media Safety Measures for Children
Belgium: The European Union is preparing new measures aimed at strengthening children's safety on social media platforms. According to the European Commission, the proposed framework…
UK Court Sentences Man to Life Imprisonment for Wife's Murder Following Domestic Abuse Conviction
England: A court in the United Kingdom has sentenced a 56-year-old man to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 33 years after convicting him…
Bihar Woman Constable Case: Police Deny Kidnapping and Rape Allegations, Cite Personal Dispute
Vaishali, Bihar: The family of a woman constable has alleged that she was kidnapped and sexually assaulted in Bihar's Vaishali district. However, police have denied…
Delhi Police Constable Arrested for Allegedly Shooting Wife After Argument
New Delhi: A Delhi Police constable has been arrested for allegedly shooting his wife following an argument on a road in the Kalyanpuri area of…
Former IPS Officer R. Sreelekha Faces Allegations Over Kollengode Girl Death Investigation
Palakkad: Serious allegations have been raised against former IPS officer R. Sreelekha, who headed the investigation into the Kollengode girl's death case. The allegations were…
Kanpur Man Arrested After Google Flags Illegal Videos Stored on Drive
Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh: A 25-year-old man has been arrested after Google alerted authorities about illegal videos stored on his Google Drive. According to police, the…
Husband Arrested in Mussoorie Homestay Suspicious Death Case
Mussoorie, Uttarakhand: Police have arrested the husband of 27-year-old Radha Gayatri in connection with her suspicious death at a homestay near Mussoorie last month. According…
Tragic Case Reported Regarding the Discovery of a Minor in Ghaziabad
Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh: Law enforcement authorities have initiated a high-priority investigation following the discovery of a young girl's body in an area of Ghaziabad. According…
Elderly Woman Found Dead in Well; Two Held in Guruvayur Murder Case
Thrissur: A 76-year-old woman was found dead in a well near a railway track in Guruvayur after her body was allegedly dumped with stones tied…
Police Detain Suspects in Investigation into Elderly Woman's Murder in Palakkad
Palakkad: Police have taken several local youths into custody in connection with the suspected murder of a 66-year-old woman, Sarasal, from Kozhinjampara, who had been…
Brother and Sister-in-Law Booked for Allegedly Assaulting Woman Over False Gold Theft Accusation
Ernakulam: Police have registered a case against a man and his wife for allegedly assaulting his sister after accusing her of stealing a gold chain.…
Man Arrested After 19-Year-Old Woman Allegedly Dragged from Home and Assaulted in Neighbour Dispute
Kollam: A man has been arrested after a 19-year-old woman was allegedly dragged out of her house and assaulted during a dispute between neighbouring families…
Man Out on Bail in POCSO Case Allegedly Kills Six People in Telangana
Telangana: A 35-year-old man, who was out on bail in a POCSO case, allegedly killed six people in separate attacks in Telangana's Ranga Reddy district.…
Georgia Tech Alumna Killed in Suspected Domestic Violence Incident in the US
Georgia, United States: A 29-year-old woman, Shital Vresian, an alumna of the Georgia Institute of Technology, was killed in a suspected domestic violence incident in…
UAE Court Sentences Man to Death in Ras Al Khaimah Triple Murder Case
Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates: The Ras Al Khaimah Criminal Court has sentenced a Gulf national to death after finding him guilty of the…
Teacher Faces Case After Class 5 Student Suffers Hand Fracture Following Alleged Caning
Malappuram: A Class 5 student allegedly suffered a fracture in her right hand after being struck with a cane by her mathematics teacher at a…
Ex-Boyfriend Allegedly Stabs Newly Married Woman; Attempts Suicide
Bengaluru, Karnataka: An 18-year-old woman was seriously injured after her former boyfriend allegedly attacked her with a knife at her residence in Ramagondanahalli, Bengaluru. According…
Family Alleges Malayali MBBS Student Faced Brutal Assault and Pressure to Convert Before Death
Alappuzha: The family of Savariya Basanth, the Malayali MBBS student who died following an alleged assault in Uzbekistan, has claimed that she endured severe physical…
19-Year-Old Newlywed Dies by Suicide Two Months After Marriage
Thiruvananthapuram: A 19-year-old newlywed woman died by suicide at her residence in Varkala, two months after her marriage. According to police, Nasia attempted suicide in…
Indian IT Professional Arrested in US for Alleged Murder of Wife
Washington, United States: An Indian IT professional has been arrested in the United States in connection with the alleged murder of his wife, who was…
Husband Arrested for Attempted Murder After Wife Found Alive Following Confession
Kozhikode: A 49-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly attempting to murder his wife after he walked into a police station and confessed that he…
Senior Railway Official Arrested for Alleged Rape and Dowry Harassment of Daughter-in-Law
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh: A 58-year-old senior section engineer with the Indian Railways has been arrested in connection with the alleged rape and dowry harassment of…
Individual Faced Legal Cases Following Allegations of Captivity and Assault of a Minor
Kannur: An individual identified as Suhail was apprehended by law enforcement authorities in Mysuru in connection with the alleged unlawful confinement and continuous sexual assault…
Malayali MBBS Student Dies After Alleged Assault by Classmate in Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan: A 21-year-old Malayali MBBS student from Kerala died after allegedly being assaulted by a classmate at a medical university in Uzbekistan. According to reports,…
Parents Arrested for Allegedly Killing 11-Month-Old Daughter and Staging Death as Accident
Bengaluru, Karnataka: Police have arrested a couple in connection with the alleged murder of their 11-month-old daughter after an investigation contradicted their initial claim that…
Bus Conductor Sentenced to Five Years of Rigorous Imprisonment for Assaulting a Minor
Thiruvananthapuram: A Fast Track Special Court sentenced a 46-year-old bus conductor to five years of rigorous imprisonment and imposed a fine of ₹15,000 following his…
Elderly Man Faced Legal Cases Following Allegations of Long-Term Harassment and Assault of a Minor
Kochi: A 76-year-old man faced legal cases registered by the Palluruthy police following allegations of continuous harassment and sexual assault targeting a minor girl. According…
JEE Aspirant Shares Alleged Harassment During Train Journey
Patna, Bihar: A student preparing for the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) has shared her experience of alleged harassment during a train journey in Bihar, highlighting…
Former Reality Show Contestant Arrested on Suspicion of Rape in UK Investigation
London, England: A former male contestant of the television programme Married at First Sight UK has been arrested by the Metropolitan Police on suspicion of…
Husband and Girlfriend Arrested for Allegedly Murdering Newlywed Woman
Gurugram, Haryana: Police have arrested a 25-year-old man and his girlfriend in connection with the alleged murder of his 22-year-old wife. According to police, the…
Man Arrested for Allegedly Attacking Girlfriend with Brick Following Dispute
Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh: A man has been arrested for allegedly attacking his girlfriend with a brick following an argument in Kanpur. According to police, the…
Man Booked for Alleged Sexual Exploitation and ₹41.25 Lakh Fraud Through Matrimonial Site
Thane, Maharashtra: Police have registered a case against a 38-year-old man for allegedly sexually exploiting a 36-year-old divorced woman and cheating her of ₹41.25 lakh…
Man Allegedly Kills Wife with Battery Over Suspicion; Later Dies by Suicide
New Delhi: A 28-year-old man allegedly killed his wife in Outer Delhi’s Ranhola area after suspecting her of speaking to someone on the phone, and…
Elderly Woman Robbed and Pushed into Well; Survives 21 Hours in Telangana
Karimnagar, Telangana: A 55-year-old woman was allegedly robbed of her gold ornaments, silver anklets, and cash before being pushed into an agricultural well by a…
Auto Driver Arrested for Alleged Attempt to Sexually Assault Woman in Moving Autorickshaw
Ernakulam: An autorickshaw driver has been arrested in connection with the alleged attempted sexual assault of a 28-year-old private company employee. According to police, the…
One-Month-Old Baby Girl Rescued After Alleged Kidnapping and Trafficking Attempt
Hyderabad, Telangana: Police have rescued a one-month-old baby girl and arrested five people in connection with an alleged kidnapping and child trafficking case. According to…
Individual Faced Legal Cases Following Allegations of Assault Against a Minor After Social Media Meeting
Kasaragod: A 23-year-old individual faced legal cases registered by the Kasaragod Town police following the alleged sexual assault of a minor girl. According to law…
Father Faced Legal Cases Following Allegations of Assault Against a Minor
Pathanamthitta: A father was arrested by the police in connection with the alleged continuous sexual assault of his minor daughter in Adoor. According to law…
BJP Youth Leader Accused of Allegedly Molesting Woman Doctor and Issuing Death Threat
Madhya Pradesh: Police have registered a case against a BJP Yuva Morcha state executive member and his associate following allegations that they molested a woman…
Four Arrested in Alleged Kidnapping and Gang Sexual Assault of Two Foreign Women
Lahore, Pakistan:Pakistani police have arrested four men in connection with the alleged kidnapping and gang rape of two foreign women. According to police, the victims,…
Classmates Faced Legal Cases Following Allegations of Assault Against a Minor
pathanamthitta: According to official legal complaints filed with law enforcement authorities, an investigation has been initiated following a formal statement provided by a minor girl…
Man Accused of Creating and Selling Morphed Obscene Images of Women
Thrissur: Police have registered a case against a man from Chovvannur for allegedly creating morphed obscene images of women and distributing them through the messaging…
Priest Arrested in Kollam Following Alleged Sexual Assault Complaints
Kollam: A priest, identified as Father Dennis Praveen, was arrested by the Chavara police in connection with the alleged sexual assault of a young woman.…
Man Arrested for Allegedly Setting Girlfriend on Fire After She Discovered He Was Married
Gurugram, Haryana: A 35-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly setting his 23-year-old girlfriend on fire following a dispute after she discovered that he was…
Woman Allegedly Assaulted and Publicly Humiliated Over Property Dispute
Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh: Police have registered a case against 11 people in connection with the alleged assault and public humiliation of a 30-year-old woman following…
Centre Summons Meta Over Alleged Child Exploitation Advertisements on Instagram
New Delhi: The Central Government has directed the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) to summon Meta and seek an explanation over advertisements on…
Differently-Abled Minor Allegedly Sexually Abused; Five POCSO Cases Registered
Kasaragod, Kerala: Law enforcement authorities have registered five separate cases under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act against five individuals, including an…
Daycare Closed After Alleged Child Abuse at Corporate Campus
Bengaluru, Karnataka: A daycare centre operating within the Capgemini campus in Bengaluru has been temporarily closed following allegations of child abuse. According to police, an…
E-Rickshaw Driver Arrested in Alleged Sexual Assault Case Following Police Operation
Uttar Pradesh: An e-rickshaw driver has been arrested in connection with the alleged sexual assault of a 27-year-old woman at a hotel in Aligarh. According…
Retired Police Officer Arrested Under POCSO Act Following Alleged Assault of a Minor News
Kannur: A 62-year-old retired Sub-Inspector of police was arrested by the Pariyaram police in connection with the alleged assault of a minor girl. According to…
Husband Arrested After Alleged Murder of Wife Following Domestic Abuse and Dowry Harassment
Dharwad, Karnataka: A 29-year-old woman was allegedly killed by her husband at their residence in Hanasi village of Navalgund taluk in Dharwad district. According to…
Survivor Speaks Publicly After Businessman Convicted of Rape
England: A woman has spoken publicly after businessman and Superdry co-founder James Holder was convicted of raping her in 2022. According to the court's findings,…
Woman and Newborn Found Dead in Lodge; Investigation Underway
Thrissur: A 30-year-old woman and her newborn baby were found dead inside a lodge room in Thrissur. According to police, the woman had checked into…
Eleven Suspects Arrested, Three Minors Detained in Connection with Nashik Sexual Assault Allegations
Nashik,Maharashtra: A woman was reportedly subjected to a gang rape by a group of individuals while she was sitting with a friend in a forest…
Army Soldier Arrested for Allegedly Killing Wife During Temple Visit
Bidar, Karnataka: An Army soldier has been arrested in connection with the alleged murder of his 26-year-old wife. According to police, the accused had taken…
Woman Reports Alleged Harassment During Train Journey; Railways Register Complaint
West Bengal: A woman content creator has alleged that she was subjected to harassment by a fellow passenger during a train journey. According to her…
Woman Found Dead at Husband's Residence; Police Question Husband
Thiruvananthapuram: A 27-year-old woman was found dead at her husband's residence in Vizhinjam. According to police, she was found hanging in a bedroom after family…
Woman Found Dead at Homestay; Family Alleges Religious Conversion Pressure
Chikkaballapur, Karnataka: A 26-year-old physiotherapist from Bengaluru was found dead at a homestay in Chikkaballapur district, while a 25-year-old man who was with her was…
DELHI: Woman Allegedly Sexually Assaulted by Acquaintance in Moving Car
Delhi: A 24-year-old woman was reportedly subjected to a sexual assault inside a moving car in Delhi after being misled by a man she knew.…
Woman Allegedly Killed After Rejecting Marriage Proposal; Boyfriend Arrested
Bengaluru, Karnataka: A 23-year-old woman was allegedly stabbed to death after refusing a marriage proposal from her boyfriend. According to police, the two had been…
Woman Allegedly Killed Amid Claims of Harassment Over Not Having a Son
Raisen, Madhya Pradesh: A 26-year-old woman, the mother of three daughters, was allegedly killed by her husband. According to police, her family alleged that she…
Court Orders Registration of Case on Harassment Complaint Against Actor
Ernakulam: A court has directed the police to register a case based on a harassment complaint filed by actor Ansiba Hassan against fellow actor Tini…
Two Arrested for Alleged Trespassing, Extortion, and Attempted Sexual Exploitation
Kasaragod: Two men have been arrested in connection with a case involving alleged trespassing, extortion, and an attempt at sexual exploitation. According to police, the…
Man Sentenced to 43 Years in Prison in POCSO Case Involving Minor
Ernakulam: A special POCSO court has sentenced a 42-year-old man to 43 years of imprisonment after finding him guilty in a case involving the sexual…
Minor Schoolgirl Sexually Assaulted by Multiple Men; Massive Police Crackdown Underway
Rajasthan:A minor schoolgirl was allegedly subjected to a horrific multi-day sexual assault after being trapped by a local network in Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan. The incident…
Women’s Safety Must Be Priority, Vijay Tells Officials in First Review Meeting
Tamil Nadu: Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has instructed senior officials that women’s safety will remain a non-negotiable priority during his administration. According to reports,…
High Court Rejects Bail Plea of Former Councillor in Sexual Assault Case
Kochi,Ernakulam: The Kerala High Court has rejected the bail plea of a former municipal councillor from Palakkad who is facing allegations in a sexual assault…
Husband Arrested After Wife Dies Following Alleged Domestic Dispute
Perumbavoor, Ernakulam: A 29-year-old woman was found dead at her rented residence after an alleged domestic dispute with her husband. According to police, the couple…
POCSO Case Accused Escapes from Police Custody During Train Transit
Kannur: A 48-year-old man arrested in connection with a POCSO case allegedly escaped from police custody while being transported by train to Kannur. According to…
Woman Allegedly Killed Following Family Dispute; Husband Absconding
Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh: A 25-year-old woman was allegedly killed following a family dispute at her residence in Hajipur village. According to police, the incident occurred…
Woman's Death Under Investigation Amid Allegations of Domestic Abuse and Dowry Harassment
Thiruvananthapuram: A 27-year-old woman was found dead at her rented residence. According to police, her husband has been arrested in connection with the case following…
Father Apprehended for Brutally Assaulting Minor Child in Palakkad
Palakkad:A shocking incident of domestic abuse came to light in Palakkad, where a father brutally assaulted his daughter, a fifth-grade schoolchild. Footage of the incident…
College Student Allegedly Attacked After Rejecting Marriage Proposal
Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh: A 19-year-old college student sustained critical injuries after she was allegedly attacked with a knife by a 21-year-old man on 27 June…
UN Report Reveals Widespread Conflict-Related Sexual Violence in Sudan War
A report released by the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) has documented the extensive use of conflict-related sexual violence…
Rajasthan Man Arrested for Allegedly Murdering Wife Following Dispute Over Wedding Dance
Rajasthan: A man in Rajasthan's Dholpur district was arrested for allegedly murdering his wife following an argument that arose after she danced with relatives during a…
College Student Critically Injured After Being Stabbed Multiple Times for Rejecting Marriage Proposal
Madhya Pradesh: A 19 year old college student was critically injured after she was allegedly stabbed 14 times by a 21 year old man in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh. According to the police, the accused…
Gujarat Woman Accuses Husband of Forcing Couple Swapping and Subjecting Her to Domestic Violence
Gujarat: A married woman from Rajkot, Gujarat, has lodged a police complaint alleging that her husband subjected her to domestic violence and repeatedly pressured her to participate in…
Housewife Alleges Sexual Assault Attempt by Pastor Associated with Elohim Global Worship Centre
Pathanamthitta: A housewife from Pathanamthitta has alleged that a pastor, identified as an assistant to the head of the Elohim Global Worship Centre, attempted to sexually assault her after visiting her…
French Woman and Five Children Rescued After 12 Years of Alleged Captivity in Pakistan
Pakistan: A 54-year-old French woman, identified as Sylvie Yasmina, and her five children were rescued by Pakistani police from a remote house in Bara, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa,…
Delhi Woman Dies by Suicide Allegedly Due to Abuse by In-Laws
Delhi: A 24-year-old woman named Tina was found dead by suicide at her matrimonial home in Delhi's Nangloi area. Before her death, she reportedly recorded a…
Delhi Influencer Alleges Rape and Blackmail After Being Called for Reel Shoot
A Delhi-based social media influencer has alleged that a man sexually assaulted her after inviting her to a hotel in Burari on the pretext of shooting social…
Cricket Coach Sentenced to 35 Years for Sexual Abuse of Minor Trainee
Thiruvananthapuram: The Thiruvananthapuram Fast Track Special Court, presided over by Judge Anju Meera Birla, has sentenced M. Manu (40), a cricket coach from Vallakkadavu, Sreevaraham, to 35 years…
Kozhikode Teenager Rescued After 36-Day Abduction and Sexual Assault
Kozhikode: A minor girl, who had been missing from the Chevayur police station limits in Kozhikode since May 15, 2026, was rescued by the police after 36 days of captivity.…
Madrasa Teacher Arrested in Bihar for Sexual Abuse of Minors
Malappuram: A Madrasa teacher named A.K. Muhammed, who was on the run after being accused of sexually abusing at least 14 children, has been arrested in…
Online Image Abuse Against Women: A Growing Digital Threat
A recent report titled "Explicit Harms of Non-Explicit Images" highlights a disturbing form of online abuse where ordinary photographs of women are misused, manipulated, or circulated without…
Maharashtra Assembly Data Shows Rise in Rape Cases and Crimes Against Women
Maharashtra: Data presented before the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly indicates an increase in reported rape cases and other crimes against women in the state during 2025 compared to the…
Tragic Abduction, Rape, and Murder of a Minor girl in Delhi
Delhi: In a horrific incident in South Delhi, a minor girl was abducted, raped, and murdered by an online taxi driver identified as Bablu. The child was…
Cricketer Abishek Porel Faces Allegations of Sexual Relationship on False Promise of Marriage
Kolkata: A complaint has reportedly been lodged against cricketer Abishek Porel by a woman alleging that he maintained a physical relationship with her on the promise of marriage and subsequently refused to…
Woman Alleges Assault, Criminal Intimidation by Husband and Associates in Kochi
Kochi,Ernakulam: A woman residing in an apartment at Mambra in Karumaloor alleged that her husband, along with four other persons, forcibly entered her flat during the early hours of 13 June 2026…
Man Arrested for Alleged Sexual Assault Near Shoranur Railway Station
Shoranur,Palakkad: A man was arrested by the police in connection with an alleged sexual assault incident that occurred in the Shoranur railway area. According to reports, the accused…
Woman Alleges Inappropriate Touch by Police Officer During Family Dispute Intervention
Kozhikode: A woman in Kozhikode has alleged that a police officer, who was part of a team that arrived to intervene in a family dispute, deliberately…
Sexual Crimes in Scotland Reach Record High Levels
Scotland: Official statistics released in Scotland show that recorded sexual crimes increased by 10% during 2025–26, reaching 16,430 cases, the highest level since records began in…
Bride-to-Be and Parents Die by Suicide Following Alleged Harassment Ahead of Wedding
Karnataka: A tragic incident was reported from Mysuru district, Karnataka, where a 21-year-old woman and her parents were found dead at their residence a day before…
Shocking Abduction, Rape, and Murder of a Minor Girl in Delhi; Online Taxi Driver Arrested
Delhi: The Delhi Police have arrested a 25-year-old online taxi driver named Bablu for the brutal abduction, sexual assault, and murder of a minor girl. The victim’s family,…
Sexual Assault of Minor Girl at Kochi Anganwadi; 20-Year-Old Arrested Confessed
Kochi,Ernakulam: The arrested accused, identified as Kashinathan, on charges of sexually assaulting a minor girl, confessed the crime to police. The incident occurred at an anganwadi operating within the limits of…
Woman Abducted and Sexually Assaulted in Kochi; Kollam Native Arrested
Kochi,Ernakulam: A 24-year-old woman was allegedly abducted and sexually assaulted in Kochi. According to the police, the accused allegedly threatened the woman using her private visuals…
Minor Girl Sexual Assault Case: Accused Arrested in Palakkad
Palakkad: A man was arrested in Palakkad district after allegations of sexually assaulting a minor girl. According to the complaint, the accused allegedly lured the child by…
Cricket Coach Found Guilty in Second Sexual Assault Case; Special POCSO Court to Announce Verdict Tomorrow
Thiruvananthapuram: A Special Fast Track Court in Thiruvananthapuram has convicted a 40-year-old cricket coach, identified as Manu M., a resident of Sreevarahom, in a second case involving…
20 Year Old Man Arrested for Sexual Assault of Minor Girl at Anganwadi in Kochi
Kochi,Ernakulam: A shocking incident has been reported from Kochi, where a 20-year-old youth was arrested by the police for allegedly committing a sexual assault on a minor girl.…
Former New York Boarding School Faces Fresh Abuse Allegations
New York: A former student of the now-closed Family Foundation School in Hancock, New York, has filed a civil lawsuit alleging that he and other students…
Horrific Assault of minor in Gorakhpur: 14-Year-Old Relative Detained
Uttar Pradesh: A shocking incident has come to light in a village within Uttar Pradesh's Gorakhpur district, where a 14 year old boy was apprehended for allegedly abducting and sexually assaulting…
Thrissur Murder Exposes Alleged Sex Racket; Police Intensify Investigation
Thrissur: A murder investigation in Thrissur led police to uncover an alleged prostitution racket operating from a rented house in the city. According to preliminary findings, the premises…
Iranian Singer Sentenced to 74 Lashes Over Online Concert Hijab Violation
Iran: A criminal court in Iran's Qom province has sentenced 29-year-old prominent female singer Parastoo Ahmadi, along with eight members of her production team, to 74…
Thousands of Nagas March in Pouring Rain to Protest Rising Sexual Violence
Nagaland: Thousands of people from the Indigenous Naga community gathered in Kohima, the capital of the northeastern Indian state of Nagaland, to march in heavy rain…
Two Schoolgirls Sexually Assaulted in Munnar Lodge After Being Lured via Instagram; Police Launch Probe
Munnar,Idukki : The Munnar Police have registered a First Information Report (FIR) and launched an investigation after two Plus-Two schoolgirls, who live in a local hostel, were…
21-Year-Old Youth Arrested under POCSO Act for Assaulting a Minor Girl
Kollam: A 21-year-old youth named Sachu, a resident of Kovoor, Kollam, was arrested by local police under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. He…
Guest Lecturer's Suicide Case: Boyfriend Arrested After CCTV Footage of Assault Surfaces
Kannur: A 28-year-old guest lecturer associated with Kannur University, Adithya Anilkumar of Panoor, died after a suicide attempt allegedly linked to sustained emotional distress arising from…
Air Force Officer’s Wife Alleges Forced Conversion, Sexual Assault and Blackmail; Three Accused Arrested
Maharashtra: A 24-year-old woman, who is the wife of an Indian Air Force officer, has alleged that she was drugged, sexually assaulted, blackmailed, and forcibly subjected…
Husband Arrested for Brutally Torturing Wife in Front of Children in Chhattisgarh
Chhattisgarh: A shocking incident of domestic violence was reported from Chhattisgarh, where a man was arrested for allegedly subjecting his wife to severe physical and…
Alleged Casting Couch Offer to Actress Maanvi Gagroo Raises Concerns Over Exploitation in Entertainment Industry
Mumbai: Bollywood actress Maanvi Gagroo recently revealed an unsettling experience from the early phase of her acting career. Speaking on a podcast, she stated that she had received a message offering her…
Kannur University Guest Lecturer Dies by Suicide; Boyfriend Arrested Amid Abuse Allegations
Kannur: A guest lecturer associated with a college under Kannur University died after allegedly attempting suicide following an incident of physical assault by her boyfriend.…
Minor Girl Allegedly Sexually Abused; One Arrested, Another Absconding in Kollam
Kollam: A 23-year-old man was arrested in Kadakkal, Kollam, after police registered a case regarding the alleged sexual abuse of a minor girl. According to the investigation, the…
Former High School Teacher Handed Whole-Life Sentence for the Murder and Sexual Abuse of Adopted Toddler
Lancashire, United Kingdom: Jamie Varley, a 37-year-old former secondary school teacher, was sentenced to a whole-life order at Preston Crown Court for the murder and horrific…
Woman Alleges Gang Rape by Multiple Men in Bihar; Investigation Underway
Bihar: A woman in Begusarai district of Bihar has alleged that she was subjected to gang rape by multiple individuals. According to the complaint, the accused…
Kanpur Jeweler Arrested for Repeatedly Raping Minor Girl with Scooter Lure
Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh: Ashok Kumar Rastogi, a prominent businessman and owner of 'Ashok Jewellers' in Kanpur, has been arrested for the repeated sexual assault of a minor girl. The minor…
Newly Married Woman Dies by Suicide; Husband and In-Laws Accused of Cruelty
Maharashtra: A 26 year old woman died by suicide at her matrimonial home in Ambernath, Maharashtra, less than two months after her marriage. According to allegations made by her family, she…
Woman Alleges Sexual Assault After Being Called to Residence; Police Register Case
Thamarassery,Kozhikode: Thamarassery police registered a case against a man following a complaint by a woman alleging sexual assault. According to the complaint, the woman, who operates an establishment in…
Anganwadi Worker Found Dead in Pathanamthitta Under Suspicious Circumstances
Gavi, Pathanamthitta: A 32-year-old Anganwadi worker, originally a native of Moozhiyar, was found dead near the road at Gavi Meenar in Pathanamthitta. Local residents discovered the body and alerted the authorities. Preliminary…
Case Registered Against Individual for Deploying a Goon to Threaten Wife
Thrissur: A fresh criminal case has been registered against an individual from Thrissur following allegations that he sent a local goon to threaten his wife. The…
Attempted Sexual Assault of Minor Under the Guise of Black Magic: Former Political Worker Arrested
Adoor, Ernakulam: The Adoor Police in Pathanamthitta have arrested a man named T. Ranju, a former member of the BJP Kollam East District Committee, for allegedly attempting to sexually assault…
Student Leader Complains of Obscene Messages and Videos; Inquiry Initiated
Kasaragod: A student leader from Kasaragod lodged a complaint alleging that another student leader had repeatedly sent her obscene messages and videos through a mobile messaging…
Heading: 17-Year-Old Arrested in Malaysia After Attempting to Sexually Assault His Mother
Malaysia: A 17-year-old high school student has been arrested in Johor, Malaysia, following an attempted sexual assault on his 43-year-old mother. The incident occurred after the…
Woman Escapes Alleged Domestic Torture, Reaches Police Station with Chain Around Neck
Rajgarh, Madhya Pradesh: A woman from Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, sought refuge at a police station after allegedly enduring severe domestic abuse at the hands of her husband.…
Suspicious Death of Six-Year-Old Boy in Tamil Nadu Triggers Ritual Killing Allegations
Vellore, Tamil Nadu: A six-year-old boy was found dead at his grandmother's residence in Melpatti village, Vellore district, Tamil Nadu. The child's body reportedly bore multiple injuries, prompting police to initiate an…
Alleged Harassment of Actress Sanchita Ugale by Casting Agents: Brother Seeks Investigation
Nalasopara,Maharashtra: Television actress Sanchita Ugale was found dead at her residence in Nalasopara, Maharashtra, in an incident reported as a suicide. Following her death, her brother, Akash Ugale, alleged…
Teen Girl Stabbed After Rejecting Marriage Proposal; Accused Arrested
Kanyakulangara,Thiruvananthapuram: A 16-year-old girl was allegedly stabbed by a 21-year-old man near her residence in Kanyakulangara, Thiruvananthapuram, after she rejected his marriage proposal. According to reports, the…
Five Arrested After Attempted Attack on Woman Spa Employee in Muvattupuzha
Muvattupuzha,Ernakulam: A spa employee narrowly escaped an alleged attack by a group of men while returning from work in Muvattupuzha. According to reports, the men allegedly misbehaved…
Perambra MLA Fathima Thahliya Warns Against Privacy Violations and Unauthorized Recording
Kozhikode: Perambra MLA Fathima Thahliya publicly warned against the unauthorized recording and circulation of videos that allegedly intrude into her personal privacy. Through a social media statement, she expressed…
Woman Alleges Rape, Blackmail, Extortion and Forced Religious Conversion; Two Arrested
Nagpur: A 24-year-old woman, who is the wife of an Indian Air Force personnel, filed a complaint alleging that a former classmate drugged and sexually assaulted…
Assault Accused Allegedly Continues to Threaten Complainant from Jail
Kasaragod: A woman who had previously lodged a complaint in an assault case has alleged that the accused continues to threaten and intimidate her despite being…
Woman Alleges Sexual Assault After Being Called to Residence; Police Register Case
Thamarassery,Kozhikode: Thamarassery police registered a case against a man following a complaint by a woman alleging sexual assault. According to the complaint, the woman, who operates an establishment in…
Three-Year-Old Girl Dies After Being Raped Near Gummidipoondi, Chennai
Gummidipoondi, Tiruvallur: A three-year-old girl, the daughter of migrant labourers from Bihar, died after being subjected to penetrative sexual assault near Chennai. The victim's parents work…
24-Year-Old Woman Drugged and Gang-Raped by Five Men in Muzaffarnagar
Muzaffarnagar district, Uttar Pradesh: A 24-year-old woman was allegedly drugged and gang-raped by five men in Uttar Pradesh’s Muzaffarnagar. The incident occurred in a village under…
Kerala: Grocery Store Owner Arrested for Blackmailing and Exploiting Over 25 Women
Pattiputhur, Palakkad: The Kerala Police have arrested Manikandan (43), a grocery store owner from Pattiputhur, for allegedly exploiting and harassing more than 25 women. According to law…
Indian National Sentenced to 34 Years in UK Prison for Kidnapping and Torturing a Woman
Hanwell, West London: An Indian national residing in Wandsworth, London, has been sentenced to 34 years in prison by a UK court for his involvement in…
Maharashtra: Football Coach Arrested for Sexually Exploiting Minor for Three Years
Palghar district, Maharashtra: A football coach has been arrested by the police in the Palghar district of Maharashtra for allegedly sexually abusing and exploiting a…
Minor Girl Disguised as Boy for Safety Sexually Assaulted by Lorry Driver; AccusedArrested
Meenangadi,Wayanad : A tragic incident has come to light from Kerala, where a 17-year-old girl from Wayanad was sexually assaulted by a lorry driver she…
Alleged Abuse and Sexual Exploitation at Elderly Care Centre: Police Register Case
Punalur,Kollam: A serious case has emerged from an elderly care and rehabilitation centre known as Punarjani Abhaya Kendram in Thenmala, Punalur, Kollam. According to reports, female inmates escaped from the institution and alleged that…
Karnataka Infant Murder Case: Mother and Friend Arrested After Confession
A six-month-old baby girl who was found dead inside a car in Kadugodi, Bengaluru, was initially believed to have died under suspicious circumstances, but the…
FIR Delay No Ground to Dismiss Sexual Assault Cases, Rules Bombay High Court
Mumbai: The Bombay High Court has firmly ruled that a criminal case involving sexual assault cannot be quashed or dismissed simply because there was a…
Kerala Toddler Arshith Death: Audio Reveals Ignored Warnings and Institutional Failure
Nedumangad,Thiruvananthapuram: A shocking investigation by The News Minute has revealed that nearly a month before 20-month-old Arshith died from prolonged physical abuse, his grandmother, Reena, repeatedly warned authorities that the…
Police Register POCSO Case Against 25-Year-Old Woman in Kasaragod for Assaulting 16-Year-Old Girl
Kasaragod: The Kasaragod police have registered a case under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act against a 25-year-old woman named Sneha Merlin. The…
Addressing Violence Against Women in Politics: Institutional Responses and Good Practices for Parliaments
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) released a publication examining the growing problem of violence against women in politics and the measures that parliaments can…
Haiti Opens First State-Supported Safe Houses for Women and Girls Amid Rising Gang Violence
Port-au-Prince, Haiti: The Government of Haiti, with support from UN Women and other partners, has opened the country's first state-supported safe houses for women and girls…
U.S. Cracks Down on Deepfake Exploitation: Domains Seized for Non-Consensual Content
The U.S. Department of Justice announced the seizure of multiple domain names that were being used to publish AI-generated nude images of well-known women without…
Woman Assaulted in Hotel Room After Refusing Sexual Advances; Accused Arrested
Ernakulam: A young woman was allegedly assaulted inside a hotel room in Ernakulam after she refused the accused's demand for a sexual relationship. According to…
Dozens of Women Arrested in Afghanistan for Alleged Dress Code Violations
Herat City, Afghanistan: The United Nations expressed grave concern following the arrest of at least 30 women in Herat, Afghanistan, for allegedly violating dress requirements imposed…
Assault on Pregnant Woman in Uttarakhand Results in Death of Unborn Child
Vikas Nagar, Dehradun District, Uttarakhand: An eight-month pregnant woman was allegedly assaulted by her husband following a domestic dispute in Vikas Nagar, Dehradun. According to police,…
Council of Europe Unveils Roadmap to Combat Online Violence Against Women and Girls
The Council of Europe has unveiled a comprehensive roadmap aimed at combating online violence against women and girls across its member states. The initiative focuses…
Tamil Nadu's Singappen Special Force to Focus on Crime-Prone Areas for Women's Safety
Tamil Nadu: The Tamil Nadu government has directed its Singappen Special Force (SSF) to identify and closely monitor locations that are particularly vulnerable to crimes against women. The initiative aims to strengthen preventive…
Jharkhand High Court Issues Landmark Guidelines on Rape and Crimes Against Women
Jharkhand: The Jharkhand High Court has issued a comprehensive set of directions to the state government aimed at improving the investigation, prosecution, and rehabilitation processes in…
UN Security Council Debates Aid Crisis, Women's Rights, and Engagement with Taliban in Afghanistan
Afghanistan: The UN Security Council held a detailed discussion on Afghanistan's worsening humanitarian and human rights situation under Taliban rule. UN officials reported that nearly half of Afghanistan's…
Rise in Domestic Abuse Concerns During World Cup
England: Authorities in the East Riding of Yorkshire have urged victims of domestic abuse to seek help during the World Cup, noting that incidents tend to increase around…
Witness Mistakenly Portrayed as Drug Accused in Kochi Excise Case
Ernakulam: A controversy erupted in Kochi after the Excise Department allegedly released visuals that portrayed a woman witness as an accused in a chemical drug case. The woman,…
Kerala Actress Assault Case: Second High Court Judge Recuses from Memory Card Probe Plea
Ernakulam: A second judge of the Kerala High Court has stepped away from hearing the survivor’s petition seeking a fresh investigation into the alleged illegal access…
Minor Girl Allegedly Sexually Assaulted by Instagram Contact in Punjab; Police Launch Manhunt
Punjab:A 14-year-old school student was allegedly raped in Purhiran, Hoshiarpur, by a youth she had befriended on social media.
Man Attempts to Attack Woman Magistrate Inside Chengannur Court Chamber, Arrested
Alappuzha: A man was arrested after allegedly attempting to attack a woman magistrate inside her chamber at the Chengannur Munsiff Court, triggering concerns over security…
West Bengal Murder Accused Arrested in Perumbavoor After Months in Hiding
Ernakulam: A man wanted in connection with the murder of his wife in West Bengal was arrested in Perumbavoor after months of evading law enforcement…
Four Children Orphaned After Thiruvananthapuram Family Tragedy; Father Found Dead After Allegedly Killing Wife
Thiruvananthapuram: A heartbreaking family tragedy in Kerala's capital has left four children orphaned after a man allegedly murdered his wife and was later found dead…
TVK Functionaries Arrested in Thoothukudi Sexual Assault Case; Political Row Intensifies in Tamil Nadu
Thoothukudi: Two functionaries of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) have been arrested in connection with the alleged sexual assault of a woman after reportedly luring…
Man Arrested Six Months After Abducting Girl He Met Through Online Game
Pathanamthitta: A young man has been arrested by Ayiroor Police in connection with the abduction of a minor girl who was allegedly taken to Tamil…
Congress Leader Sandeep Warrier Seeks Anticipatory Bail in Cyber Attack Case
Thiruvananthapuram: Congress leader and former BJP spokesperson Sandeep Warrier has moved the Thiruvananthapuram District and Sessions Court seeking anticipatory bail in a cyber crime case…
23 year old fled after getting a minor girl pregnant
Kozhikode: The suspect in the rape and impregnation of a young girl has been taken into custody by the police. Shalu (23), also referred to…
Wife Stabbed in Front of Daughters After Dispute Over Property Documents; Husband Arrested in Kollam
Kollam: A 47-year-old woman was seriously injured after allegedly being stabbed by her husband during a domestic dispute in Kollam district. The attack, which reportedly…
Sales Girl Attacked at Workplace in Karamana; History-Sheeter Arrested
Thiruvananthapuram: A 28-year-old man was arrested by Karamana Police for allegedly attacking a woman working as a sales girl at a private establishment in the…
27 year old woman found hanging in a shed at husband's house
Kasaragod: A 27 year old married woman was discovered hanging in her home in the Bellur region of Kasaragod district, Kerala. The finding led to…
Ansiba Hassan Announces Legal Action Against Tini Tom Amid AMMA Controversy
Kochi,Ernakulam: Actress Ansiba Hassan has announced that she is preparing to initiate legal proceedings against actor Tini Tom, escalating the ongoing controversy within the Association…
Young Woman's Death in Cherkala Sparks Dowry Harassment Investigation
Kasaragod: Police have launched an investigation into the death of a young married woman in Cherkala following allegations of dowry-related harassment by her husband's family.…
Housewife Attacked, Gold Ornaments Stolen in Early-Morning Robbery in Chirayinkeezhu
Thiruvananthapuram: A 42-year-old housewife was attacked and robbed of her gold ornaments by a two-member gang in the early hours of Monday at Alamcode near…
Psychologist Held for Allegedly Exploiting Minor Patient Seeking Mental Health Support
Varkala (Thiruvananthapuram): A psychologist was detained after sexually abusing a young girl who had visited a private hospital for counseling. Santosh Sukumaran, 69, of Padanilam,…
Nedumangad Toddler Murder Case: Accused Ashkar's First Wife's Family Alleges History of Brutal Abuse
Thiruvananthapuram: Shocking details continue to emerge in the murder investigation of a one-and-a-half-year-old boy in Nedumangad, with fresh allegations revealing a history of violence by…
Delays in Police and Medical Procedures Add to Beed Minor Rape Survivor's Trauma
Beed, Maharashtra: A minor girl who reported being raped by a relative in Maharashtra's Beed district allegedly faced significant delays in accessing both legal and…
DYFI Leader Booked for Alleged Sexual Assault on Promise of Job in Palakkad
Palakkad: Sreekrishnapuram Police have registered a case against a DYFI leader following allegations that he sexually assaulted a young woman after promising to secure her…
Man Sentenced to Four Life Terms for Abducting and Sexually Assaulting Child in Aluva
Kochi,Ernakulam: A Fast Track Special POCSO Court in Perumbavoor has sentenced a 36-year-old man to four life terms and 35 years of rigorous imprisonment for…
Printing Press Owner Arrested for Allegedly Installing Hidden Camera in Women's Washroom
Thiruvananthapuram: A printing press owner has been arrested for allegedly installing a hidden camera inside the washroom of his establishment and attempting to capture private…
Cricket Coach Sentenced to 16 Years in Student Assault Case in Thiruvananthapuram
Thiruvananthapuram: A special court in Thiruvananthapuram has sentenced a cricket coach to 16 years of rigorous imprisonment for sexually assaulting a schoolgirl who had attended…
2011 Child Abuse Case: Muvattupuzha POCSO Court Acquits All Accused
Muvattupuzha ,Ernakulam: The POCSO Court in Muvattupuzha on Wednesday acquitted all the accused in the 2011 case involving the alleged torture and sexual abuse of…
Domestic Dispute Turns Fatal: Woman Killed by Husband in Nalanchira
Thiruvananthapuram: A 36-year-old woman, Hasina Beevi, was allegedly murdered by her husband, Suresh (46), at their rented house in Nalanchira on Wednesday. The couple and…
Rukmini Vasanth Calls Out Objectification of Women Through Intrusive Photography
Kantara 2 actress Rukmini Vasanth has spoken out against the objectification of women in the film industry, condemning the practice of capturing and circulating photos…
Woman Shot During Morning Walk in U.P.’s Etah, Land Dispute Suspected
Etah (Uttar Pradesh), June 1 : A 40-year-old woman was seriously injured after unidentified assailants allegedly shot at her during a morning walk in Uttar…
Man arrested for stealing a woman's scooter parked outside a temple
Aranmula,Pathanamthitta: Police arrested a man for allegedly stealing a scooter belonging to a young woman who had parked it outside a temple before entering for…
Teen Content Creator Killed in Koyambedu Hit-and-Run After Alleged Sexual Harassment at Pub; Seven Arrested
CHENNAI: An 18-year-old content creator was killed and her 17-year-old friend critically injured after a group of drunken youths allegedly rammed their motorcycle following an…
Bank Employee Arrested for Attempted Murder of Woman Ahead of Wedding
Kothamangalam,Ernakulam: A 31-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly assaulting a young woman, strangling her, and abandoning her in roadside bushes after believing she was…
Kerala Toddler's Death Uncovers Alleged Pattern of Abuse; Stepfather Arrested
Thiruvananthapuram: The death of one-and-a-half-year-old Arshid in Kerala has exposed what investigators describe as a prolonged pattern of physical abuse allegedly inflicted by his stepfather,…
Congress Councillor Prashobh Handed Over to Police Custody in Dalit Woman Assault Case
Palakkad: Congress councillor Prashobh, accused in a case involving the alleged sexual assault of a Dalit woman under the pretext of offering employment, has been…
Women from kochi assaulted for questioning eve-teasing
Karoor : Two women was allegedly assaulted and one of their mobile phone was damaged after she confronted a group that allegedly harassed her and…
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