Crimes Against Women
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Tharoor criticizes Government for failing to congratulate Navi Pillay on Nobel Peace Prize
Shashi Tharoor, a Congress MP, criticized the Government of India on X for failing to congratulate Navanethem "Navi" Pillay on winning the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize. Born in Durban in 1941, Pillay became the first non-white woman appointed to South Africa's High Court in 1995. Social media users accused Tharoor of hypocrisy regarding his party's silence on the award.
Delhi draft e-rickshaw scheme follows 108 accidents leaving 24 dead and 100 injured
The Delhi government released a draft e-rickshaw scheme to improve safety after 108 accidents left 24 dead and 100 injured between January 1 and September 15, 2025. The plan limits passengers to four, forbids sitting on the driver's seat, and mandates an E-Rickshaw Compliance Certificate. Owners have 90 days to comply or face impounding and potential disposal of unregistered vehicles.
TSCSCL manager allegedly ends life after accused demanded ₹1 crore to drop harassment complaint
A 56-year-old Telangana State Civil Supplies Corporation Limited (TSCSCL) manager, Ananthula Lakshminarayana, allegedly ended his life at a Bhadrachalam lodge on Saturday evening. His daughter filed a complaint against six accused individuals for alleged harassment and demanding ₹1 crore to withdraw a sexual harassment complaint. The Bhadradri Kothagudem district police registered a case under Sections 108 and 190 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
AISA president Neha Bora's 23-day hunger strike caused Dharmendra Pradhan to resign
Neha Bora, a 29-year-old JNU student and AISA president, led a 23-day hunger strike at Jantar Mantar starting June 28 to protest the SIR and BJP government. The protest caused Dharmendra Pradhan to resign. On October 16, 2026, police detained Bora and Abhijeet Dipke. After release on October 17, 2026, Bora demanded the impeachment of Gyanesh Kumar.
Jordon Steele-John denies misconduct allegations, accuses David Shoebridge of "nasty political games"
Jordon Steele-John, 32, denied allegations of misconduct towards women and accused Australian Greens leader David Shoebridge of "nasty political games." Following a letter from seven members regarding claims between 2017 and 2025, an internal probe was launched. Steele-John stated police closed his sexual assault case without charges. The party reportedly created a 47-page dossier; Shoebridge referred the allegations to the Independent Parliamentary Standards Commission.
SIT arrests Gem Granites manager for aiding 'Gem' Veeramani in alleged sexual abuse
The SIT arrested Sakthivel, manager of Gem Granites, on Sunday for aiding industrialist 'Gem' Veeramani in alleged sexual abuse of 11 minor girls. Police registered a seventh case against Veeramani regarding an incident at associate Shanthi’s residence. Previous arrests included Mahendra Simhan, Ganesan, and drivers Lazar, Parthiban, and Babu. Investigators are scrutinizing financial transactions used to evade legal action.
Judge Rajkumar C. sentences Prashant Gouda Neelappagoudra to 20 years for sexual assault
The Second Additional District Special POCSO Court in Dharwad, led by Judge Rajkumar C., sentenced 37-year-old Prashant Gouda Neelappagoudra to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment and a ₹55,000 fine. He allegedly sexually assaulted a minor girl under the promise of marriage. The victim gave birth on June 26, 2024, at KIMS Hospital. Judge Rajkumar C. ordered a ₹6 lakh compensation from the Victim Compensation Fund.
Mangaluru police arrested Siprian Pinto for alleged aggravated sexual assault on five 14-year-old boys
Mangaluru police arrested Siprian Pinto, a priest at St. Vincent Ferrer Church, for alleged aggravated sexual assault on five 14-year-old boys. Police Commissioner Sudheer Kumar Reddy stated the arrest occurred at a relative's house following an October 15 complaint. The victims reported incidents including inappropriate touching and hugging. Charges include Sections 8, 9 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act and Section 75(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023.
Manager arrested for allegedly facilitating ₹24 crore money and gold transfers to evade police
The Special Investigation Team arrested Sakthivel, manager to Gem Granites owner R. Veeramani, for allegedly facilitating money and gold transfers totaling ₹24 crore to evade police action. Veeramani faces seven POCSO Act cases and a suicide abetment case involving 11 victims. Police are searching for N. Prakash, an adviser with a bank balance exceeding ₹20 crore, while others remain in Puzhal Central Prison.
Indiranagar woman alleges hackers stole intimate photos to upload to pornographic websites
A 28-year-old woman from Indiranagar filed a complaint with the East Division Cyber Crime police on October 18, 2026. She alleged that unidentified miscreants hacked her account and stole intimate photographs and videos she shared with a male friend to upload them to pornographic websites. She requested the police identify, arrest, and remove the content. A police officer advised women to exercise caution.
Two arrested for alleged exploitation of 16-year-old girl at Kovalam spa
The Thiruvananthapuram City Police arrested Nishanth, 46, and Sajith Kumar, 47, for the alleged exploitation of a 16-year-old girl at a Kovalam spa. Her relatives allegedly used forged documents to claim she was 20. Following her disclosure during counselling, Kerala Police conducted a statewide crackdown, inspecting 586 spas, registering 14 cases, and arresting five people for violations.
Prashantgouda Neelappagoudar sentenced to 20 years for sexually assaulting minor with marriage promises
The Second Additional District Special POCSO Court sentenced 37-year-old Prashantgouda Neelappagoudar to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment and a ₹55,000 fine for sexually assaulting a minor girl. Judge Rajkumar C. ordered a ₹6 lakh compensation from the victim compensation fund. The accused lured her two years ago with marriage promises, leading to a pregnancy at KIMS Hospital.