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  • 'POCSO gender neutral': Karnataka HC rejects woman’s plea to quash case in sexual assault of minor boy

    'POCSO gender neutral': Karnataka HC rejects woman’s plea to quash case in sexual assault of minor boy

    The case pertains to allegations that the petitioner, a neighbour of the complainant, sexually assaulted a 13-year-old boy in May 2020.

  • 7 births, 14 pregnancies: Underage brides in Beed expose Maharashtra's legal gaps

    7 births, 14 pregnancies: Underage brides in Beed expose Maharashtra's legal gaps

    Although these 14 pregnancies have been officially noted, activists worry that the real numbers could be higher since many cases in remote rural areas go unregistered and do not reach government records.

  • Sexual assault case: AIIMS moves Delhi HC against order allowing minor rape survivor to terminate pregnancy

    Sexual assault case: AIIMS moves Delhi HC against order allowing minor rape survivor to terminate pregnancy

    In the court, it was put on record that the medical board was not in favour of allowing the termination of pregnancy in view of the advanced gestational age.

  • 'Raped, beaten, burnt with cigarette': Autistic brothers abused by staff at Dehradun boarding school

    'Raped, beaten, burnt with cigarette': Autistic brothers abused by staff at Dehradun boarding school

    The horrific incident came to light last Friday when their mother visited them at the school. Seeing their mother both the children broke down, and told her everything.

  • Alleged forced s*x parties, brutal abuse, urination, Sean 'Diddy' Combs's ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura makes shocking revelations in s*x trafficking trial

    Alleged forced s*x parties, brutal abuse, urination, Sean 'Diddy' Combs's ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura makes shocking revelations in s*x trafficking trial

    Cassie Ventura's harrowing testimony in the Sean 'Diddy' Combs sex trafficking trial detailed alleged control, brutal physical violence, and deeply exploitative sexual practices, offering a shocking glimpse into their relationship

  • Gérard Depardieu sentenced to 18-month suspended term for sexual assault in 2021 film set incident

    Gérard Depardieu sentenced to 18-month suspended term for sexual assault in 2021 film set incident

    Gérard Depardieu received an 18-month suspended sentence and a €20,000 fine for a 2021 sexual assault on a film set, marking a major moment in France’s #MeToo movement and its handling of misconduct in the entertainment industry.

  • Police arrest UP man who took Rs 40,000 loan to hire contract killers to rape, murder sister-in-law

    Police arrest UP man who took Rs 40,000 loan to hire contract killers to rape, murder sister-in-law

    Police revealed that the victim was sexually assaulted by her brother-in-law and two accomplices before being strangled to death.

  • Nivin Pauly gets a clean chit in ongoing sexual abuse charges after detailed investigation

    Nivin Pauly gets a clean chit in ongoing sexual abuse charges after detailed investigation

    In a recent turn of events, acclaimed Malayalam actor Nivin Pauly has been acquitted of all sexual abuse allegations brought against him earlier this year.

  • Malayalam actor Nivin Pauly questioned by SIT in Dubai sexual assault case

    Malayalam actor Nivin Pauly questioned by SIT in Dubai sexual assault case

    Nivin Pauly, a well-known Malayalam actor, was questioned by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) in Kochi, Kerala, on October 1, 2024. This questioning is part of an ongoing investigation into sexual assault allegations made against him and others in the Malayalam film industry. The case started when a 40-year-old woman from Kothamangalam accused Pauly of sexually assaulting her at a hotel in Dubai in November 2023.

  • Rape and blackmailing case filed against YouTuber Harsha Sai

    Rape and blackmailing case filed against YouTuber Harsha Sai

    In a shocking development, the Narsingi police of Hyderabad have registered a case against popular YouTuber Harsha Sai, accusing him of rape and blackmailing an actress. The incident, which came to light on September 24, has sparked widespread attention due to Sai's fame, particularly in the social media space where he is often referred to as the “Mr. Beast of India” for his viral philanthropic acts.

  • Malayalam actor and MLA Mukesh arrested in sexual assault case after an actress files a complaint

    Malayalam actor and MLA Mukesh arrested in sexual assault case after an actress files a complaint

    Malayalam actor and MLA M Mukesh has found himself embroiled in a serious legal situation after a female actor filed a sexual assault complaint against him. On Tuesday, Mukesh appeared before the Special Investigation Team (SIT) that is investigating the case, arriving at the Coastal Police Headquarters at 9:45 AM. He was questioned for approximately three and a half hours as part of the ongoing investigation.

  • Sean Diddy Combs hosted sex parties involving ketamine-high gay rappers and celebrities: Report

    Sean Diddy Combs hosted sex parties involving ketamine-high gay rappers and celebrities: Report

    Sean Diddy Combs, one of the most influential figures in the entertainment industry, is facing serious allegations that have sent shockwaves across Hollywood and beyond. Known for his successful career as a rapper, producer, and entrepreneur, Diddy is now embroiled in a scandal that paints a disturbing picture of his private life. According to recent reports, Diddy is accused of hosting wild sex parties at his Hamptons mansion, where celebrities, including well-known rappers, allegedly engaged in explicit sexual activities under the influence of drugs like ketamine and GHB.

  • Jani Master arrested from Goa after 21-year-old files complaint of rape and harassment

    Jani Master arrested from Goa after 21-year-old files complaint of rape and harassment

    In a shocking development, well-known choreographer Shaik Jani, commonly known as Jani Master, was arrested by the Cyberabad Police in Goa. The arrest followed serious allegations against him for threatening and sexually assaulting an assistant choreographer. According to reports, the victim, who worked under Jani Master, filed a complaint with the Raidurgam police.

  • Jani Master alleged sexual abuse case: Telugu film chamber redressal panel steps in after FIR filed

    Jani Master alleged sexual abuse case: Telugu film chamber redressal panel steps in after FIR filed

    In a significant development that has drawn widespread attention within the film fraternity, popular choreographer Shaik Jani Basha, professionally known as Jani Master, has been embroiled in a sexual harassment case. The allegations, made by a female colleague, have led to the filing of a zero First Information Report (FIR), with the Telugu Film Chamber of Commerce (TFCC) stepping in to address the complaint through its sexual harassment redressal panel.

  • Man lynched on Humsafar Express train for sexually assaulting 11-year-old girl

    Man lynched on Humsafar Express train for sexually assaulting 11-year-old girl

    The deceased identified as Prashant Kumar, a native of Bihar. He was caught by the victim's family and other passengers after the incident on Tuesday night.

  • Kolkata actress lodges a complaint against director Arindam Sil for allegedly kissing her without consent

    Kolkata actress lodges a complaint against director Arindam Sil for allegedly kissing her without consent

    A Kolkata based actress has filed a complaint against the noted Bengali director Arindam Sil, accusing him of kissing her without her consent during a film shoot. The incident allegedly took place on April 3 at a resort off NH-117 during the filming of a movie. The actress filed an FIR under sections 354 (using force to outrage a woman’s modesty) and 509 (insulting a woman’s modesty through words or gestures) of the Indian Penal Code.

  • 90s actress Sowmya makes a shocking revelation about Tamil director, says "he groomed me as sex slave, called me his daughter"

    90s actress Sowmya makes a shocking revelation about Tamil director, says "he groomed me as sex slave, called me his daughter"

    Sowmya's revelations have brought to light the darker side of the film industry, echoing the ongoing scandals in the Malayalam film industry. These allegations have sparked widespread outrage and highlighted the need for a safer working environment for women in the industry.

  • South Indian Artistes’ association to ban Tamil film industry perpetrators of sex offences for five years

    South Indian Artistes’ association to ban Tamil film industry perpetrators of sex offences for five years

    The South Indian Artistes’ Association (SIAA), popularly known as Nadigar Sangam, has taken a decisive step to combat sexual harassment and related offenses in the Tamil film industry. In a recent meeting, the association’s Gender Sensitisation and Internal Complaints Committee (GSICC) passed several important resolutions aimed at fostering a safer working environment for all members of the industry.

  • Malayalam actor Nivin Pauly and five others accused of sexual abuse, booked under non-bailable charges

    Malayalam actor Nivin Pauly and five others accused of sexual abuse, booked under non-bailable charges

    Malayalam actor Nivin Pauly is facing serious allegations of sexual assault. A woman has filed a complaint against him and five others, claiming they were sexually assaulted under the pretense of being offered roles in a film.

  • Actress Radhika Sarathkumar alleges disturbing 'hidden camera footage' on Malayalam movie set

    Actress Radhika Sarathkumar alleges disturbing 'hidden camera footage' on Malayalam movie set

    Famous actress Radhika Sarathkumar has made a startling revelation about her experience on the set of a Malayalam film. For the first time, she has disclosed that nude scenes of actresses were secretly recorded with a hidden camera in a caravan.

  • Malayalam actress and activist Maala Parvathi opens up about harrowing encounters with sexual harassment on film sets

    Malayalam actress and activist Maala Parvathi opens up about harrowing encounters with sexual harassment on film sets

    One particularly harrowing incident occurred during the filming of Apoorvaragam in 2010. Maala Parvathi was cast as the mother of the lead female actor, Nithya Menen, while her co-star, a Tamil film industry veteran, played her on-screen husband.

  • Actress Usha reveals she slapped a Malayalam star who misbehaved with her in an elevator

    Actress Usha reveals she slapped a Malayalam star who misbehaved with her in an elevator

    In a press meet held in Kannur, Kerala, Usha detailed her harrowing experience with a senior actor who, according to her, made an unsolicited advance in an elevator. The project involved several prominent actors, including Mohanlal, who later comforted Usha after the incident.

  • FIR filed against Malayalam director Ranjith after Bengali actress' sexual assault allegations

    FIR filed against Malayalam director Ranjith after Bengali actress' sexual assault allegations

    An FIR has been filed against Malayalam director Ranjith, following allegations of sexual assault made by a Bengali actress. The complaint, which was lodged on August 29, has prompted a police investigation. IGP and Commissioner of Police S Syamsundar confirmed the development, stating that the case has been registered under section 354 and will be investigated by a special team formed by the government.

  • Malayalam actor Mukesh who is accused of sexual assault denies allegations, says, "Minu Muneer tried to blackmail me"

    Malayalam actor Mukesh who is accused of sexual assault denies allegations, says, "Minu Muneer tried to blackmail me"

    Malayalam actor and CPM MLA Mukesh recently responded to serious allegations of sexual and physical abuse made against him by actress Minu Muneer. Mukesh strongly denied these accusations, claiming that Minu Muneer is attempting to blackmail him.

  • Two women accuses Malayalam filmmaker Sajin Baabu of sexually assaulting them and then saying 'sorry'

    Two women accuses Malayalam filmmaker Sajin Baabu of sexually assaulting them and then saying 'sorry'

    The Malayalam film industry has recently been shaken by allegations of sexual assault against filmmaker Sajin Baabu. Two women have accused him of sexual abuse, sharing their traumatic experiences and claiming that the director attempted to cover up his actions by apologizing profusely after the incidents.

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