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Time of India
3 days ago
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- Time of India
Punjab child panel chief visits care centre in Doraha
Ludhiana: Gunjeet Ruchi Bawa, vice-chairperson of Punjab State Commission for Protection of Child Rights, visited childcare institution Heavenly Angels in Doraha, to review the condition of the rescued child beggars recently brought under care and protection. During her visit, Bawa closely examined the living conditions, counseling support, educational provisions, and rehabilitation efforts being extended to the children. She interacted with the staff and the rescued children, ensuring that all necessary measures are being implemented as per the guidelines of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act. Bawa emphasised the importance of timely psychological support and proper reintegration plans for the rescued children. She further directed the authorities to submit a comprehensive report on each child's background, health status, and future rehabilitation plan to the Commission on the following Email Id: Bawa said, "The commission is committed to ensuring that no child is left behind or forced into a life of begging and exploitation. It is our moral and constitutional duty to protect their rights and give them a life of dignity and opportunity." The visit underscores the proactive steps being taken by the Commission to monitor institutions.
News18
23-07-2025
- News18
SC sets aside jail term of man found juvenile in rape case, upholds conviction
New Delhi, Jul 23 (PTI) The Supreme Court on Wednesday upheld the conviction of an accused for raping a minor girl in 1988 but set aside his jail term after finding him to be a juvenile on the date of crime. A bench of Chief Justice B R Gavai and Justice Augustine George Masih said after the accused claimed to be a juvenile at the time of the crime, the apex court asked the district and sessions judge at Ajmer to conduct an inquiry into his claims. The bench, upon examining the inquiry report, said the accused was aged 16-years-two-months-and-three days on the date of crime on November 17, 1988. 'The appellant was therefore a juvenile on the date of commission of the crime," the bench said. It said authoritative judgments of the top court have categorically held that plea of juvenility could be raised before any court and has to be recognised at any stage, even after disposal of the case. The bench said as the accused was then a juvenile, the provisions as contained in the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2000 would apply. 'Consequently, the sentence as imposed by the trial court and upheld by the high court will have to be set aside, as the same cannot sustain. We order accordingly," the bench held. While section 15 of the 2000 Act deals with order that may be passed regarding juvenile, Section 16 relates to order that may not be passed against juvenile. The top court's verdict came on the accused's appeal against a July 2024 verdict of the Rajasthan High Court. The high court had confirmed his conviction and five-year sentence awarded by a trial court in the case. His counsel, in the apex court, highlighted the alleged discrepancies in the prosecution's case and said the accused was a juvenile at the time of commission of offence. The bench noted the survivor was firm in her cross-examination supported by the medical evidence. Her testimony was found 'worthy of credence" requiring no corroboration that could form the sole basis for conviction. 'Prosecution's case is not founded solely on the testimony of the victim; rather, it is amply supported by the statements of other witnesses and corroborating medical evidence, all of which collectively establish the case of the prosecution," the top court said. It said the findings recorded with regard to his conviction stood duly established beyond doubt. PTI ABA ABA AMK AMK view comments First Published: July 23, 2025, 21:00 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.
Time of India
19-07-2025
- Time of India
Training held for women cops on child, women safety
Trichy: A one-day skill development training session was held at the Navalpattu Police Training School in Trichy on Friday to enhance the investigative skills of female police officers handling crimes against women and children. Organised for officers from the Trichy zone, covering the Trichy and Thanjavur police ranges, the training focused on legal provisions and the proactive role of law enforcement in safeguarding children's rights and ensuring justice for victims. Prabhu, a member of the District Child Welfare Committee, conducted the session, highlighting key legislations including the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, the Child and Adolescent Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act, the Right to Education Act, the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. The training also stressed the importance of police involvement in preventing child-related crimes and creating a child-friendly society through active participation in child protection structures at village, block, district, panchayat, municipality, and ward levels, as well as gram sabha meetings.
Hindustan Times
19-07-2025
- Hindustan Times
41 children rescued in two days under Punjab's anti-begging campaign
Toughening its stance to eradicate child begging from the state, the Punjab government has rescued 41 children in just two days through raids at 18 locations across districts under its 'Project Jeevanjot-2'. In a first for any state in the country, if a child is found begging with an adult in Punjab, a DNA test will be conducted to establish whether the accompanying adults are the child's biological parents. (Shutterstock) Anyone exploiting children for begging in the state will face the full force of the law, announced social security, women and child development minister Baljit Kaur. 'The campaign integrates provisions from the Punjab Prevention of Beggary Act, the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, guidelines of the Supreme Court and high court, and the standard operating procedures issued by the Punjab State Child Protection Commission,' she told reporters on Friday. An FIR has been registered in Bathinda where 20 children were rescued from villages suspected of being exploited for begging. In a first for any state in the country, Kaur said, if a child was found begging with an adult, a DNA test will be conducted to establish whether the accompanying adults were the child's biological parents. Until the results are made available, the child will remain in a child care institution under government protection. 'If DNA reports confirm that the adults are not the biological parents, stringent legal action will be initiated, including charges under anti-trafficking and child protection laws,' said Kaur. 'If they are not, then from where do they bring children and make them beg? With DNA testing, those who are involved in child trafficking will be caught,' she said. Repeat offenders to be declared 'unfit guardian' In another firm move, parents repeatedly found forcing children to beg will be declared 'unfit guardians'. Such children will then be placed in adoption pipelines, ensuring their future was protected, said the minister. Under this project, 18 rescue operations have already been conducted across districts within the last two days, leading to rescue of 41 children, she added. The anti-begging campaign was started in September 2024, with dedicated rescue teams formed at district-level committees to identify and rescue children found begging across the state. Kaur said in the last nine months, through 753 rescue operations (raids) across the state, 367 children were successfully rescued. 'Of these, 350 children were reunited with their families, while 17 children whose parents could not be identified were placed in child care homes. A total of 183 children were admitted to schools and 13 children under the age of six were enrolled in Anganwadi centres for early childhood care,' she said.
Time of India
18-07-2025
- Time of India
13-year-old seen smoking at Katol cafe, 3 booked for selling cigarettes to minor
Nagpur: Katol Police have registered a case against three individuals after a viral video exposed a 13-year-old boy being sold cigarettes and allowed to smoke inside a local cafe. The shocking incident unfolded at a cafe located in Jagatguru Tukaram Maharaj Vyaparik Sankul, Katol. Acting swiftly on the viral footage received on Thursday, police visited the cafe and questioned the staff. One Rupal Gajbhiye (21), a resident of Ghode Plot, Katol, was found operating the counter. Upon further inquiry, it was revealed that the cafe is owned by Roshan Borde (30), a resident of Singarkheda, Narkhed taluka, and run by his younger brother Bhushan (28). During interrogation, Gajbhiye admitted that around a week ago, a boy aged around 13–14 entered the shop alone, purchased cigarettes, and was allowed to smoke while seated at the cafe. Despite being aware of the boy's minor status, the staff took no steps to prevent or report the act. Based on these findings, Katol police have registered a case against all three accused under Section 77 of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Fully Loaded 4 BHK apts for 4.49 Cr(All Incl)* in Sec 104 ATS Triumph, Gurgaon Book Now Undo Additionally, a formal letter has been sent to the appropriate authority requesting cancellation of the cafe's license. Nagpur Rural Police have urged the public to remain vigilant and report any incidents involving the sale of tobacco or intoxicants to minors. Such offences can be reported on toll free number 112 or by informing the nearest police station.
