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Indian Express
4 days ago
- Indian Express
Myth that boys are not vulnerable to sexual assault: Court gives man 15 year jail term for raping minor boy
Observing that boys are equally vulnerable to sexual assault as girls, a Delhi court recently sentenced a man to 15 years of imprisonment for raping a minor boy in 2019. 'Boys are as vulnerable to the sexual abuse and exploitation as that of girls and they are equally susceptible to the heinous crime of penetrative sexual assault. It is generally presumed that only girls can be subjected to penetrative sexual assault,' noted Additional Sessions Judge (ASJ) Anu Aggarwal of Saket court in her order dated July 31. 'However, this is a myth and the POCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offences) Act has been designed to cover all the children irrespective of their gender as children are at the risk of being sexually assaulted,' she added. 'POCSO Act is a gender neutral act qua (in the capacity of) the accused and the victim. It was enacted to provide the children with protection from the offence of sexual assault, sexual harassment and pornography. The Act has been designed to protect all the children under the age of 18 from sexual abuse, regardless of their gender,' the court said. ASJ Aggarwal was hearing arguments on sentencing against the man, who was convicted under Section 6 (aggravated penetrative sexual assault) of the POCSO Act, and under Section 377 (unnatural offences) of IPC (Indian Penal Code) on July 23. Additional Public Prosecutor (APP) Arun K V, who represented the state cited a report by the Union Ministry of Women and Child Development, which mentioned that approximately 54.68% of child sexual assault victims are boys. The APP also mentioned that male children were equally vulnerable to sexual abuse comparable to their female counterparts. 'The mental trauma that the sexually abused boy experiences is the same as that of other sexually abused survivors. They experience fear, flashbacks and undergo post-traumatic stress disorder,' the court said. It added that boys feel ashamed due to the 'societal framework'. The court also directed the man to pay Rs 2 lakh to the survivor, who was in class 4, when the offence was committed. The state was also directed to pay Rs 10.5 lakh as compensation to the survivor.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Time of India
Boys equallyvulnerable to sexual assault, says city court
New Delhi: It is a myth that only girls are subjected to penetrative sexual assault, boys are equally susceptible to this heinous crime, a court recently observed while sentencing a man to rigorous imprisonment of 15 years for committing an unnatural offence on a 10-year-old boy in 2019. Though the boy had turned hostile during the trial and refused to identify the accused, additional sessions judge Anu Aggarwal underlined that even if the survivor changed his stand, turned hostile and didn't support the case of the prosecution on certain aspects, his testimony couldn't be considered wholly unreliable to discard the entire case of the prosecution. In an order dated July 31, the court said, "Boys are as vulnerable to sexual abuse and exploitation as girls, and they are equally susceptible to the heinous crime of penetrative sexual assault. It is generally presumed that only girls can be subjected to penetrative sexual assault. However, this is a myth." It also awarded a compensation of Rs 10.5 lakh to the survivor. You Can Also Check: Delhi AQI | Weather in Delhi | Bank Holidays in Delhi | Public Holidays in Delhi The man was convicted under Section 6 (aggravated penetrative sexual assault) of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (Pocso) Act and under IPC Section 377 (unnatural offences). Additional public prosecutor Arun KV cited a report by the Union women and child development ministry, noting that approximately 54.7% of the child sexual assault survivors are boys. He also said male children were equally vulnerable to sexual abuse and endured severe psychological trauma. The court, noting that the Pocso Act covered all children irrespective of gender, said, "The mental trauma that the sexually abused boy experiences is the same as that of other sexually abused survivors. They experience fear, flashbacks and undergo post-traumatic stress disorder." In the societal framework, masculinity is wrongly associated with emotional strength, the judge pointed out. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
News18
5 days ago
- News18
Boys equally susceptible: Man gets 15-yr jail term for raping minor
New Delhi, Aug 11 (PTI) A Delhi court has sentenced a man to 15 years of rigorous imprisonment for raping a minor boy in 2019, observing only girls being subjected to penetrative sexual assault was a 'myth" as boys were equally susceptible to the heinous crime. Additional sessions judge Anu Aggarwal was hearing the arguments on sentencing against the man, who was convicted under Section 6 (aggravated penetrative sexual assault) of the POCSO Act, and under Section 377 (unnatural offences) of IPC. In an order on July 31, made available recently, the court said, 'Boys are as vulnerable to the sexual abuse and exploitation as girls, and they are equally susceptible to the heinous crime of penetrative sexual assault. It is generally presumed that only girls can be subjected to penetrative sexual assault. However, this is a myth." During the arguments, additional public prosecutor Arun K V cited a report by the Union Ministry of Women and Child Development, noting approximately 54.68 per cent of child sexual assault victims are boys. He said male children were equally vulnerable to sexual abuse and endured severe psychological trauma, comparable to their female counterparts. It said the POCSO Act covered all children, irrespective of gender. 'The mental trauma that the sexually abused boy experiences is the same as that of other sexually abused survivors. They experience fear, flashbacks and undergo post-traumatic stress disorder." In the societal framework, where masculinity was wrongly associated with emotional strength, it was more difficult for boys to cope with the mental trauma caused by sexual assault, the court added. 'Due to the social framework, they start feeling ashamed, they feel that they are not strong enough, and it impacts the overall psychological health of the child," it said. Aside from the jail term, the man was ordered to pay Rs 2 lakh compensation to the survivor within a month. It also directed the state to compensate the minor survivor with Rs 10.5 lakh. PTI MNR AMK AMK view comments First Published: August 11, 2025, 17:00 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
News18
23-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Anu Aggarwal On Shraddha Kapoor-Aditya Roy Kapur's Aashiqui 2: 'Remakes Can't Be the Real Thing'
Last Updated: Anu Aggarwal revisits her rise to fame after Aashiqui hit screens 35 years ago, and shares thoughts on remakes. When Aashiqui hit the theatres in 1990, life changed for Anu Aggarwal overnight. The film became a cultural landmark and suddenly she was at the centre of a wave of fandom that she hadn't anticipated. In a chat with HT, she vividly remembered the moment Mahesh Bhatt called to say, 'Aashiqui is a hit!". 'It felt like a 1000 watt lightning has struck me. There were hundreds of fans outside my house, guys were writing 'I love you Anu' on the walls!". That teenage dream turned into a real whirlwind when a group of schoolgirls from Bengaluru chased her through Mumbai airport, screaming and running towards her. That's when she understood how deeply the film had touched audiences. The original became such a benchmark for romance that its 2013 remake starring Aditya Roy Kapur and Shraddha Kapoor invited constant comparisons and sparked plans for a third instalment—Aashiqui 3 with Kartik Aaryan—which stalled due to legal issues. When asked what she thinks about younger actors carrying the Aashiqui torch — she explained, 'The thing is as far as my Aashiqui goes, our tagline was 'love makes life live' and which is weirdly the reality. Romance and love, throughout the ages has been, especially for Hindi movies, a pushing factor." She added that each generation expresses love in a new way, so an Aashiqui made today would naturally feel different from one made 35 years ago—or even ten years ago. When pressed on whether she felt the remake did justice to the original, Anu said, 'Let's be honest. A lot of remakes try to be like the original…There will be some changes but on the other hand, the remakes always cannot be the real thing and will always be different. To say weather they have done justice or not – I do not judge. Each person is trying to express in best way to express art. I think it's unfair to judge." When Aashiqui came out in 1990, it became an instant hit and made Anu Aggarwal and Rahul Roy stars overnight. Directed by Mahesh Bhatt, the film was loved for its emotional love story and unforgettable music by Nadeem–Shravan. Songs like Nazar Ke Saamne and Dheere Dheere were played everywhere and are still remembered today. With its simple story and heartfelt music, Aashiqui became one of the most loved romantic films of the 90s. First Published: July 23, 2025, 13:30 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
India.com
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet actress who made superhit debut, became overnight superstar, one night changed her fate, now works as..., she is...
Many actors and actresses pursue a career in the film industry, seeking fame, success, and recognition. While some spend years striving for it, others experience instant fame right after their first movie. Today, we will talk about an actress who made her debut in 1988 and skyrocketed to stardom with just one film. However, her fortune took a drastic turn following an accident that derailed her career. Currently, she supports herself by teaching yoga in slums. Bollywood Actress… Here we are talking about actress Anu Aggarwal, who became famous after her role in the blockbuster 1990 movie, Aashiqui. She quickly became a popular actress, appearing in films like King Uncle, Ghazab Tamasha, and Ram Shastra. However, while her career was successful, her personal life was facing serious challenges. She was born on January 11, 1969, in Delhi and grew up in New Delhi. She started acting when she was in school. In seventh grade, she won a tough competition to perform a monologue. The next year in eighth grade, she formed a theater group. By ninth grade, she was both acting in and directing a play. In tenth grade, she began writing a script but had to stop because of her board exams. She earned a gold medal in sociology at Delhi University. After that, she did some modeling and worked as a VJ, and also appeared in the Doordarshan show Isi Bahane. The Unfortunate Fate Of Anu Aggarwal In 1997, she started studying yoga at the Bihar School of Yoga and dedicated herself to it. In 1999, while packing to return to Mumbai, she was involved in a serious car accident that changed everything. She fell into a coma for 29 days, waking up without any memory of her past life. After recovering, she became a monk in 2001. Now, Anu lives in Mumbai, is single, practices yoga, and works as a motivational speaker. She also founded the Anu Aggarwal Foundation for Mental Health and teaches yoga in the slums of Mumbai.
