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Time of India
30-07-2025
- Time of India
Gujarat Pocso court cites lavish legal submissions to justify Rs 7 lakh fine on convict
Ahmedabad: The choice of presenting written arguments in colourful, spiral-bound pages ended up costing Sanjay Rana dearly. Last week, a special Pocso court sentenced the 35-year-old to life imprisonment and imposed a fine of Rs 7 lakh, citing his "fanciful" legal submissions as an indicator of his financial capacity. Rana, a resident of Bapunagar, was convicted of making a five-year-old girl from his neighbourhood perform oral sex. He was found guilty under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (Pocso) Act for penetrative sexual assault. Special judge A B Bhatt, while deciding on the fine amount, emphasised that the penalty should help cover the victim's medical expenses and rehabilitation. The court noted the girl came from an underprivileged background and highlighted that there was no evidence about Rana's financial hardship. The judgment reads, "It is not the defence of the accused that he is having poor background or he is having economical scarcity. Moreover, looking to the written argument advanced by the learned advocate for the accused, which is spiral binding, colour print page which runs into 125 pages, it appears that accused is capable of bearing cost of fanciful written arguments and therefore, the whole amount of compensation to the victim, just for the rehabilitation is just and proper to imposed as fine under Section 6 of the Pocso Act ." You Can Also Check: Ahmedabad AQI | Weather in Ahmedabad | Bank Holidays in Ahmedabad | Public Holidays in Ahmedabad The Rs 7 lakh fine imposed on Rana has been designated entirely as compensation for the victim. The court awarded the amount under the Gujarat State Victim Compensation Scheme, which provides a maximum limit of Rs 7 lakh in such cases. The judgment illustrates how seemingly minor courtroom choices can have significant legal and financial consequences for an accused.
News18
22-07-2025
- Politics
- News18
Kanwar Yatra Chaos: Delhi Lodges Over 200 Complaints Against Loud Music, Traffic Violations
Delhi Police confirmed the complaints, primarily about noise and traffic, with some areas reporting grievances daily. The ongoing Kanwar Yatra in Delhi has led to significant disruption, with residents from various districts filing over 200 complaints to the police about excessive noise, traffic violations, and sleepless nights. Pilgrims traveling through South, South East, East, and South West Delhi with trucks equipped with loud sound systems have caused frustration among locals, especially in areas like New Friends Colony, Maharani Bagh, and Ashram. Delhi Police confirmed the complaints, primarily about noise and traffic, have been coming in since Friday, with some areas reporting around 10 grievances daily, according to Hindustan Times. Chitra Jain, president of the New Friends Colony Residents' Welfare Association, told HT that the constant noise was unbearable. 'Students trying to study are disturbed, and it's a big issue for senior citizens. The vibrations are also a nuisance," she said, while acknowledging her respect for religious sentiments but insisting the uncontrolled volume was intolerable. Similar frustrations were voiced in Greater Kailash-II, where RWA president Sanjay Rana described late-night chaos. 'I was returning from the airport around 2.30 am during the weekend when I saw multiple trucks playing very loud music," he said, adding that pilgrims often wandered into colony lanes, worsening congestion. In Jangpura, a resident claimed elderly family members were unable to sleep, while a Patparganj local alleged noise levels exceeded 80 decibels, calling it 'harassment" despite religious respect. Delhi Police reiterated that law and order teams are deployed across districts, with approximately 200 officers in each shift and round-the-clock vigilance at at least 21 Kanwar camps. Deputy Commissioner of Police (Southeast) Hemant Tiwari said the number of complaints remains consistent with previous years and authorities are trying to manage the situation. 'We have made dedicated corridors and have an average of 200 staff deployed in three shifts," he told HT. In East Delhi, the situation is similar. Pilgrims marching along major highways and arterial roads have caused distress and health concerns among vulnerable populations. Delhi Police officials stated that over 1,000 personnel are patrolling East Delhi, addressing complaints by persuading pilgrims to lower sound system volumes and, in some cases, disconnecting wiring to enforce compliance. East Delhi's DCP Abhishek Dhania reported fewer recent complaints but acknowledged proactive measures. 'We talk to pilgrims and ask them to lower the volume… In other cases, we also remove the wiring of the sound systems," he said. view comments First Published: July 22, 2025, 14:05 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.
Morocco World
20-06-2025
- Morocco World
India's Embassy Celebrates 11th International Day of Yoga Across Morocco
Rabat – The Indian Embassy in Rabat is celebrating the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) with a series of free yoga events across Morocco. Held under the theme 'Yoga for One Planet, One Health,' the celebrations aim to promote wellness, unity, and sustainability through the ancient Indian practice of yoga, according to a press release from the embassy. The word 'yoga' comes from the Sanskrit word 'yuj', meaning to join or unite. It symbolizes the connection between the body and mind, thought and action, and harmony between people and nature, added the statement. The United Nations recognized International Day of Yoga in 2014 after India proposed the idea, receiving support from 175 countries. June 21 was chosen for the celebration because it marks the summer solstice, the longest day of the year, representing light, balance, and renewal. To mark this special occasion, the Indian Embassy is hosting free yoga sessions in four major Moroccan cities. The celebrations begin in Tangier on June 20 at Fairmont Tazi Palace. In Rabat, the event will take place on June 21 at Parc Hassan II. On the same day, Marrakesh will host a session at Les Etoiles de Jamaâ el Fna Cultural Center. Finally, the celebrations will conclude in Casablanca on June 22, with a session at Anfa Park. Ahead of the main events, a pre-IDY celebration took place on June 3 at the Exotic Botanical Garden in Rabat. It brought together students, professionals, diplomats, yoga lovers, and local residents for a peaceful gathering focused on health and community. Indian Ambassador to Morocco, Sanjay Rana, said during the event that 'Yoga is India's timeless gift to the world,' explaining that it 'transcends borders, languages, and cultures, uniting people in their pursuit of balance, resilience, and harmony.' The ambassador celebrated the 'enthusiastic participation' this year, saying it reaffirms yoga's role as a 'universal bridge between tradition and modern well-being.' Yoga instructors from both India and Morocco will guide participants through energizing yoga postures, breathing exercises, and meditation. More than just promoting personal health, the embassy says the initiative also strengthens cultural ties between India and Morocco.
