Internet bans in Manipur hindered the revelation of on-ground injustices, denying many victims timely support. Policymakers must strike a balance between preserving public safety and upholding fundamental rights.
India recorded 22.8 lakh crimes against women between 2016 to 2021, of which about 7 lakh, or 30 per cent, were under Section 498A of IPC, says MoSPI report, released this month.
Courts are coming up with different understanding & versions of battered women syndrome to adjudicate such cases, but stakeholders say more clarity from law, judiciary required.
Main accused Sachin and the girl lived in the same area and were friends, the police say. The attack has brought focus back on continued sale of acid in local markets despite SC curbs.
Nearly 200 alumni write to NLSIU, describing action as 'arbitrary'. NLSIU defends action, says the students — appointed facilitators under sexual harassment code — went beyond their mandate.
Gurmukh Singh, 50, allegedly killed his wife and daughter at a market Monday. Fear, grief, and worry about two remaining children now consume residents of Bhunerheri village
Victim was abducted, 'gangraped', assaulted, tonsured, had shoes flung around her neck and her face tarred, then paraded. The Shahdara neighbours jeered and hooted.
In a series of tweets, Nishtha Paliwal says she had to take the step when the auto driver started going in a different direction, ignoring her objections. Police are yet to track him.
Countering insurgency needs the Pakistan Army to demonstrate a political will that ties leaders at the centre with those in the borderlands. But it may not have the imagination.
Centre for Science and Environment in new report makes case for rationalising GST on waste material, saying most informal operators can’t afford high tax & it also hinders recycling.
21st edition of annual joint military exercise will be held from 1 to 16 September, aimed at sharing military tech, operational best practices & disaster relief coordination methods.
Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.
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