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Bombay HC Takes Suo Motu Cognizance of Badlapur Sexual Assault Incident; Hearing Scheduled for Today The Bombay High Court has taken suo motu cognizance of the alleged sexual assault of two fourth-grade girls at a school in Badlapur, Maharashtra. The incident has triggered widespread protests in the region. A division bench consisting of Justice Revati Mohite Dere and Justice Prithviraj Chavan is set to hear the case today, Thursday. Details of the Incident The alleged assault, which led to the arrest of a school attendant on August 17, has sparked outrage and protests across Badlapur. The community's anger intensified following claims of police delay in registering the crime, which has prompted calls for immediate justice and stronger protective measures for children. MSCPCR's Recommendations In response to the public outcry and the perceived police inaction, the Maharashtra State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (MSCPCR) has proposed the establishment of dedicated ...

Pune Car Accident Case: High Court Orders Release of  Minor from Observation Home In a significant ruling, the Bombay High Court on Tuesday directed the immediate release of a 17-year-old boy, who was allegedly involved in the Pune car accident, from the observation home. The minor had been held at the Juvenile Justice Board's observation home for 36 days following the incident.  Overview of the Incident The tragic accident in Pune resulted in the loss of two innocent lives, sparking a public outcry and leading to the juvenile's detention. However, the court ruled that the orders remanding him to the observation home were illegal. The court emphasized the importance of adhering to juvenile justice laws, which prioritize the rehabilitation and social integration of juvenile offenders over punitive measures. High Court's Ruling The division bench of Justices Bharati Dangre and Manjusha Deshpande emphasized that justice must prevail regardless of public pressure or the severit...