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Section 302 no longer murder, 420 not cheating, 376 not rape as IPC evolves into BNS
With the arrival of new criminal laws under the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS), familiar sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) have undergone significant changes. Crimes once defined under well-known sections like 302, 420, and 376 have now been redefined, reflecting a modernised legal framework aimed at addressing contemporary challenges in criminal justice.
JDS MLC Suraj Revanna to face CID probe following arrest in sexual assault case
The Karnataka government transferred the case of JDS MLC Suraj Revanna to the CID on Sunday, following his arrest for allegedly sexually assaulting a party worker. Suraj, the elder brother of former MP Prajwal Revanna who faces rape charges, was booked under IPC sections 377 (unnatural sex), 342 (wrongful confinement), and 506 (criminal intimidation).
Karnataka obscene video case: Prajwal Revanna remanded to 14 days judicial custody
A special court in Bengaluru remanded former MP Prajwal Revanna to judicial custody on Tuesday in a rape case. Revanna, grandson of ex-PM HD Deve Gowda, was arrested on May 31 after explicit videos surfaced. Meanwhile, his mother, Bhavani Revanna, received anticipatory bail in an abduction case related to the investigation.
'Law on sexual offences women-centric, male partner not always wrong': Court acquits man accused of rape on promise of marriage
Allahabad High Court acquitted a man accused in a rape case, emphasizing that the burden of proof in sexual offences lies on both parties, not just the male. The accused was also charge-sheeted under the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe (prevention of atrocities) Act, 1989.
Karnataka obscene video case: Prajwal Revanna sentenced to two weeks judicial custody
Former MP Prajwal Revanna was remanded to two weeks in judicial custody by a Bengaluru court. He lost the Lok Sabha polls as the NDA's candidate from Hassan. Revanna is facing charges of sexual abuse of women after explicit videos allegedly involving him surfaced before the polls.
Bengaluru court extends Prajwal Revanna''s SIT custody till June 10
Former JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna facing sexual abuse charges, in SIT custody till June 10. Special Court for Elected Representatives extended custody for further investigation.
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Hassan Lok Sabha Election Result: Rape-accused Prajwal Revanna vs Congress' Shreyas Patel, who is winning?
Congress candidate Shreyas Patel is set to win the Hassan constituency with over 40,000 votes, while Bhujan Samaj Party's candidate Gangadhar Bahujan is third. The rivalry between Revanna and Patel stretches back two generations, with Revanna representing the constituency from 1991 to 2014. Prajwal Revanna, suspended from the JD(S) party due to allegations of sexual abuse, is currently under Special Investigation Team custody.
Akal Takht gives ultimatum to Yogi Adityanath over rape & kidnapping of minor
The UP Sikh Sangat has alleged the police is trying to help the "wealthy accused persons". According to the police, the daughter of one Sahab Singh was kidnapped on April 28 by four persons, and a case was lodged under relevant sections.
HC acquits Dera Chief Ram Rahim in 2002 ex-manager's murder case
Singh's lawyer Jitender Khurana said the court acquitted him and four others in the murder case. He said a division bench of Justice Sureshwar Thakur and Justice Lalit Batra pronounced the decision on the appeals filed by Singh and the four others who were convicted by a special CBI court in Panchkula in October 2021 and sentenced to life imprisonment. The Dera chief had been held guilty of hatching a criminal conspiracy with his co-accused.
Bibhav Kumar called to Kejriwal's residence after Maliwal reached there: NCW
NCW claims Bibhav Kumar, former aide of Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal, was summoned to the CM's residence after Maliwal sought details on the directive. Kumar is accused of abusing AAP MP Swati Maliwal.
Serial rape case in Madhya Pradesh: Man uses voice-changing app to lure victims; Shocking details emerge
The survivor recounted that on May 13, she received a call from 'Archana Madam,' who claimed that her scholarship money was stuck due to a missing signature. She was instructed to meet 'her' at a deserted location. Upon arrival, she received another call from 'Madam,' who said 'she' had sent her son to pick her up. A man arrived on a motorcycle, took her to a secluded place, raped her, and stole her phone.
Swati Maliwal alleges AAP, Dhruv Rathee orchestrating 'character assassination' campaign against her
Swati Maliwal, a Rajya Sabha MP, has revealed that she has been receiving death and rape threats following a "character assassination" campaign by AAP. The situation worsened when YouTuber Dhruv Rathee released a one-sided video against her on assault allegations. Maliwal claims that the party leadership is trying to intimidate her into withdrawing her complaint.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah accuses Kumaraswamy of diluting Prajwal cases with allegations against Dy CM
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah accused JD(S) leader H D Kumaraswamy of attempting to downplay rape and sexual offence charges against his nephew by criticiaing Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar. Prajwal Revanna is the grandson of former PM H D Deve Gowda and is currently evading capture after fleeing the country. Siddaramaiah criticised Kumaraswamy for not taking the accusations seriously. He also accused the PMO of not responding to his requests regarding the case.
"It is being processed": Karnataka govt sources on cancellation of MP Prajwal Revanna's diplomatic passport
Karnataka government sources revealed that the Ministry of Home Affairs (MEA) is in the process of cancelling MP Prajwal Revanna’s diplomatic passport. Revanna has been alleged of multiple sexual harassment allegations. Despite a Special Investigation Team's formation, Revanna is evading authorities. If his passport is cancelled, he would be compelled to return and charges including rape and sexual assault.
Prajwal sexual abuse case: "No need to be afraid... I am there," accused MLA Revanna tells people of Hassan
Revanna, a former minister and son of Deve Gowda, was responding to concerns about the fear among the people in Hassan district following accusations against Prajwal of sexually abusing several women. Prajwal, who was nominated as the NDA candidate for the Hassan Lok Sabha seat after JD(S) formed an alliance with the BJP last year, left for Germany shortly after the videos went viral.
Collapsed billboard owner Bhavesh Bhinde to remain in police custody till May 26
Bhavesh Bhinde, owner of Ego Media, will be in police custody until May 26 for the Ghatkopar hoarding collapse that killed 16 and injured 75. He was arrested in a secret operation in Udaipur. Bhinde faces charges for culpable homicide and is a repeat offender for illegal hoardings and rape accusations. He was granted anticipatory bail earlier this year for a rape case.
Ghatkopar hoarding collapse accused Bhinde on the run, was arrested in a rape case
Director of Ego Media Pvt Ltd, which installed the collapsed hoarding in Mumbai's Ghatkopar, Bhavesh Bhinde was arrested two months ago for alleged rape under the pretext of marriage. He is currently missing and untraceable. Bhinde has multiple cases against him for violating BMC laws on hoardings. The collapsed billboard claimed at least 14 lives and left 74 injured amid allegations of weak foundation.
New video claims 70 women received money to take part in Sandeshkhali protest
In the video, lasting over 45 minutes, a man resembling Sandeshkhali mandal president Gangadhar Kayal told this to the questioner. It was Kayal who had earlier said in another purported clip, the first in a series in the past week, that the rape allegations were "staged". In the latest tape that surfaced on Saturday night, Kayal was heard saying that 70 women got Rs 2,000 each for taking part in protests against Sheikh who was arrested and later suspended by the police.
What is stopping govt from cancelling Revanna's diplomatic passport, asks Jairam Ramesh
Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh has questioned the government about the delay in canceling the diplomatic passport of suspended JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna, who is accused of sexual abuse. Prajwal, the grandson of former Prime Minister H D Deve Gowda, allegedly flew to Germany after scores of explicit videos and pictures went viral on social media. Ramesh compared Prajwal's escape to that of Vijay Mallya, Nirav Modi, and Mehul Choksi, and asked why the Prime Minister has not taken action to cancel his passport. Several cases, including one of rape, have been registered against Prajwal in connection with the alleged sexual abuse.
Devaraje Gowda: Karnataka BJP neta who exposed Revanna is now accused in rape case
Karnataka Police arrest Gowda for molestation and rape. FIR accuses him of various offenses. HD Revanna and Prajwal Revanna are probed by SIT in a kidnapping case in Bengaluru.
Sexual abuse: Third FIR filed against Hassan MP Prajwal Revanna
JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna faces third rape case with explicit videos. Bengaluru FIR by Special Investigation Team, IPC sections 376(2)(N) and 506. Blue Corner notice out against him.
Disgraced mogul Harvey Weinstein back in NYC court after a hospital stay
The 16-year sentence Weinstein received in 2023 for raping a woman at a 2013 Los Angeles film festival had been on ice while he served time behind bars in New York after being found guilty of rape in Manhattan in 2020.
TMC approaches EC over Sandeshkhali 'sting operation' video
TMC complaint to EC alleges BJP's Adhikari orchestrated false rape complaints in Sandeshkhali. Video evidence implicates Adhikari and BJP leaders. TMC demands police action and EC intervention to uphold fair play and prevent further defamation.
Prajwal sex scandal: Karnataka govt to give financial assistance to rape victims
Karnataka vows aid for sexual assault victims by MP Prajwal Revanna. The state has expedited probe into leaked videos revealing abuse. Revanna Jr is the grandson of former Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda
Congress govt in Karnataka to give financial assistance to Prajwal Revanna rape victims
Prajwal, the candidate representing the JD(S)-BJP alliance in the Hassan Lok Sabha constituency, boasts a prominent lineage as the grandson of former Prime Minister H D Deve Gowda and the nephew of former Chief Minister H D Kumaraswamy.
Sexual acts with wife, including oral or anal, not a rape, consent not needed: Madhya Pradesh HC
The Madhya Pradesh High Court ruled that unnatural sex with a wife isn't rape under the IPC, regardless of consent. Justice G S Ahluwalia's order quashed an FIR against a husband, citing legal precedents. The case involved a couple married since 2019, with the wife living separately since 2020. The ruling clarified exceptions under IPC sections 375 and 376(B), stating marital rape isn't recognized.
'Not sex scandal, but mass rape': Rahul Gandhi hits out at JD(S) Prajwal Revanna
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has made serious allegations against JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna, accusing him of mass rape and creating explicit videos. Meanwhile, Karnataka Home Minister Dr G Parameshwara has issued a lookout circular for Revanna, who is currently abroad and has requested more time to appear before the Special Investigation Team (SIT). The SIT is considering its options, and another victim has come forward with a complaint against Revanna.
Calcutta HC asks Bengal not to arrest NIA sleuths accused of rape bid
The East Midnapore police registered an FIR against NIA and CRPF officials based on a complaint filed by Trinamool worker Monobrata Jana's wife, after NIA arrested her spouse in a 2022 blast case monitored by HC. Jana's wife alleged that the sleuths tried to outrage her modesty after forcibly entering her residence in Bhupatinagar. The case was registered a day after NIA team was attacked while carrying out the arrest of two Trinamool workers.
Donald Trump appeals E. Jean Carroll's $83.3 million defamation verdict
Former President Donald Trump has appealed the $83.3 million defamation verdict in the case brought by writer E. Jean Carroll. Trump's appeal, filed with the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, aims to overturn the January 26 verdict, which found him liable for defaming Carroll after she accused him of rape. Trump has also secured a $91.63 million bond for the appeal. The appeal follows a Manhattan jury's decision that Trump had defamed Carroll by denying her rape allegation. The appeal process could take years, with Trump currently being the Republican candidate for the upcoming presidential election.
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