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Supreme Court Urges Comprehensive Rehabilitation Framework for Sex Trafficking Victims  Expressing Deep Concern Over Human and Sex Trafficking The Supreme Court of India has voiced grave concerns over the pervasive issue of human and sex trafficking, calling for urgent legislative action to establish a comprehensive rehabilitation framework for victims. A bench comprising Justices JB Pardiwala and Pankaj Mithal emphasized the sensitivity and importance of the matter, noting its implications on the fundamental rights to life, freedom, and personal security, particularly for vulnerable groups such as women and children.   Human Trafficking: A Crime Against Humanity The court highlighted that human and sex trafficking dehumanize victims, leaving them vulnerable to severe physical and mental abuse. Victims are often subjected to:   - Physical and Mental Violence: Including life-threatening injuries and sexually transmitted diseases.   - Mental Health Issu...

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...