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News18
6 days ago
- General
- News18
Madras HC Orders Rape Convict's Prison Wages Be Split Between Children Of Victim And Wife
Last Updated: The court ruled that both children — the one born from the rape and the one from the convict's wife — must receive equal financial support. In an extraordinary verdict, the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court recently upheld the rape conviction of a factory foreman and directed jail authorities to extract labour from him in prison, with his wages to be split between two children — one born out of the sexual assault and the other from his lawful marriage. The bench of Justice KK Ramakrishnan confirmed the conviction of the 40-year-old appellant, Paraman, under Section 376 of the Indian Penal Code. Court dismissed his plea that the sexual act was consensual, finding that the alleged consent was obtained through coercion, threat, and a false promise of marriage — rendering it invalid under law. The judgment emphasised the vulnerability of the victim, a woman from the same Scheduled Caste community, who worked under Paraman at Saradha Match Factory in Puliparapatti village, Virudhunagar District. The high court found that Paraman used his position of authority to harass and ultimately sexually exploit her. When she became pregnant and sought support, he refused to marry her, prompting her to lodge a complaint in 2006. While the initial police action was limited to charges of cheating and harassment, the judicial process evolved to frame charges of rape based on the victim's testimony and evidence. The trial court sentenced Paraman to seven years of rigorous imprisonment and imposed a fine of Rs 60,000 in 2019. Against this decision, he moved the high court. Citing the victim's credible and consistent testimony, Justice Ramakrishnan relied on several Supreme Court precedents to underline that coercion, abuse of position, and false promises vitiate any alleged consent. 'Only due to the economic duress and constant fear she has succumbed to the accused and her consent is not a voluntary one, but has been obtained by coercion," the court observed. 'Extraordinary circumstances demand extraordinary remedy," the court noted, invoking landmark rulings from the apex court including Prithipal Singh v. State of Punjab (2012) to justify this deviation from the norm. 'The duty of this court does not end with the dismissal of the appeal by confirming the conviction and sentence imposed against the appellant…Mere conviction and sentence of imprisonment in the said circumstances can not meet the ends of justice in the eyes of the children," the court stated. Accordingly, with a 'heavy heart", the high court directed the jail authorities to extract labour from the appellant and his salary is to be disbursed equally to the child born through the victim and his lawful wife. The court also directed the jail authorities to submit a compliance report every six months.
Time of India
19-05-2025
- Time of India
HC upholds sentence of rape convict, orders prison officials to extract work
Madurai: Confirming an order of the mahila court in Srivilliputhur , which sentenced a man to seven years of for sexually assaulting a woman in Virudhunagar district, directed the prison authorities to extract work from the man and use his salary for the maintenance of the child born to the survivor and the child born to his wife. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The prosecution's case is that Paraman was working as a foreman in a safety matches manufacturing unit in Virudhunagar district. He was married and had a child. In 2006, Paraman sexually assaulted a woman worker at her house. She became pregnant and asked him to marry her, but he refused. Based on the woman's complaint, police registered a case and subsequently arrested Paraman. In 2019, the Mahila court in Srivilliputhur convicted and sentenced Paraman to seven years of imprisonment and imposed a fine of 60,000 for the offence under Section 376 (punishment for rape) of IPC. Challenging the trial court's conviction, Paraman (appellant) preferred the present appeal before the HC. Justice K K Ramakrishnan observed that the victim clearly deposed before the trial court that she was subjected to rape under coercion, in her house, and as a result, a female child was born. The evidence of the victim is cogent and trustworthy. Therefore, the court had no hesitation in upholding the conviction based on the victim's evidence. Hence, the judges dismissed the appeal and confirmed the conviction and sentence imposed on the appellant by the trial court. The judge observed that the duty of the court does not end with the dismissal of the appeal by confirming the conviction and sentence imposed against the appellant. Due to the appellant's actions, two children, the child born to the survivor and the child born through his wife, are left in the lurch. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The Constitutional court has the power to mould the law to serve the needs of the time to secure social justice, i.e., to ensure the payment of maintenance to the children, which is the duty of the father, the judge observed by referring to an order of the Supreme Court. Observing that extraordinary circumstances demand extraordinary remedies, the judge directed the prison authorities to extract work from the appellant and pay his salary for the maintenance of both children. A periodical report of the disbursement of the amount to the children, every six months, should be submitted before the court. The survivor is also at liberty to approach the court if there is any failure on the part of the appellant to pay the amount, the judge directed.
Time of India
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Paraman OTT release date out: When and where to watch the Tamil legal drama online?
Paraman, the Tamil drama film directed by J. Sabarish, is scheduled to make its digital premiere after a delayed transition from theatres to streaming platforms. Originally released in cinemas on November 29, 2024, the film did not perform well at the box office and garnered mixed reactions from viewers. Despite the lukewarm commercial response, the performances—particularly that of lead actor Supergood Subramani—received appreciation from critics. #Pahalgam Terrorist Attack PM Modi-led 'Super Cabinet' reviews J&K security arrangements Pakistan's General Asim Munir is itching for a fight. Are his soldiers willing? India planning to launch military strike against Pakistan within 24 to 36 hours, claims Pak minister After facing difficulties in securing an OTT platform, the film will finally begin streaming on Sun NXT from May 1, 2025. Sun NXT made the official announcement on X, stating, "His land. His fight. His story. Paraman arriving this May 1! Paraman streaming from May 1 on Sun NXT." — sunnxt (@sunnxt) by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Play War Thunder now for free War Thunder Play Now Undo Paraman Plot Overview The story follows Paraman, a committed farmer played by Supergood Subramani, whose life descends into turmoil due to betrayal and systemic injustice. His partner, Sadai, aims to seize Paraman's ancestral land by creating forged documents. With the backing of the police, Sadai increases the pressure on Paraman, forcing him into a legal confrontation. Paraman refuses to give in and successfully reclaims his land through a court victory. Just as he begins to rebuild, another blow lands when the government announces plans to take over the property for a proposed bypass road. Paraman, once again, turns to the legal system, choosing resistance over surrender. The prolonged legal battle begins to fracture his personal life. His son is sent to prison, and his daughter-in-law leaves the household, leaving Paraman and his wife, Kannathaal, alone in a deteriorating cottage. The film poses a compelling question through its narrative—whether justice truly triumphs or if the system continues to disappoint those it claims to protect. Paraman Cast and Crew Details Supergood Subramani leads the cast as the titular character, Paraman. The film also stars Vaiyapuri as Sivanandi, Pala Karuppaiyah as Malaisamy, and Hello Kandasamy as Karuppu. Supporting roles are played by Vetrivel Raja as Koonan, Meesai Rajendran as Nehru, VJ Archana as the Collector, and Ashok Tamizh as Veeran. The film is the brainchild of J. Sabarish, who handled direction, production, and editing. The screenplay was written by Idayanilavan, while Thameem Ansari composed the film's music. Cinematography was managed by Sibi Sadasivam.
The Hindu
23-04-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Man dies by suicide at private hospital in Salem
A 60-year-old man died by suicide at a private hospital in Salem city on Wednesday. The police identified the deceased as Paraman, who ran a lorry workshop in Sankari. He was unwell for the past few months and was undergoing treatment at a hospital near the Town Railway Station. On Wednesday, Paraman visited the hospital and consulted with doctors. Later, he ended his life. His body was sent to the Government Mohan Kumaramangalam Medical College and Hospital for autopsy. The police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his decision. Assistance for overcoming suicidal thoughts is available through the State's Health Helpline at 104 and Sneha's Suicide Prevention Helpline at 044-24640050.
