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sexual assault news

Security guard arrested for sexually assaulting child inside washroom in Mumbai

While the minor girl was being treated at a hospital, the accused was arrested soon after a complaint was lodged on Sunday, an official said.
india news
Updated on Jul 13, 2026 10:48 am IST

Thane court acquits coach of raping minor girl, citing continued training

The observations of the top court came while hearing separate appeals filed by the Kerala government and the accused MLAs against a March 12 order by the Kerala high court refusing to drop charges against the legislators.
mumbai news
Published on Jul 12, 2026 02:17 pm IST

Who are top contenders to replace Graham Platner? Maine Senate race explained

Democratic candidate for US Senate Graham Platner speaks at a campaign town hall meeting in Portland, Maine, US.
us news
Published on Jul 09, 2026 07:54 pm IST

14-year-old boy held for raping 6-year-old neighbour in Palwal

The victim was home alone when accused sneaked in and locked the door; medical exam confirmed assault, she was discharged Tuesday after treatment, police said. (File photo)
gurugram news
Updated on Jul 09, 2026 11:04 am IST

Panchkula: 29-year-old man gets 3 years’ jail in POCSO case

The case was registered by the district police in March 2019 against two boys, both residents of Panchkula. (HT File)
chandigarh news
Updated on Jul 09, 2026 08:10 am IST

Graham Platner, oyster farmer, Democratic Senate candidate amid allegations

Who is Graham Platner? (Photographer: Graeme Sloan/Bloomberg)
us news
Updated on Jul 07, 2026 06:29 pm IST

Will Graham Platner drop out? Stephen King slams Trump amid Maine democrat's row

Graham Platner faces calls to drop out of the Maine Senate race after a sexual assault allegation.
us news
Published on Jul 07, 2026 05:17 am IST

Who is Jenny Racicot? Woman who alleges Graham Platner sexually assault her

Who is Jenny Racicot? Learn about the Maine woman accusing Graham Platner of sexual assault (Getty Images via AFP)
us news
Updated on Jul 07, 2026 03:25 am IST

Mohali: Man gets life term for murdering friend over money dispute

Rejecting the defence’s claim that the victim had died due to excessive alcohol consumption, the court held that the prosecution had proved every link in the chain of circumstantial evidence beyond reasonable doubt. (HT File)
chandigarh news
Updated on Jul 07, 2026 08:16 am IST

Ashley Perez: Pat Perez's ex-wife alleges sexual misconduct by Phil Mickelson

Ashley Perez detailed a 2015 encounter with Phil Mickelson, who allegedly displayed a nude photo and invited her to his room while her husband Pat was preoccupied.
us sports
Published on Jun 27, 2026 07:54 pm IST

Minor allegedly exploited under false promise of marriage; accused at large

The injured minor collapsed unconscious on the road, causing a significant commotion in the area. (For representation only)
lucknow news
Published on Jun 27, 2026 04:02 am IST

Odisha Pocso court awards father 20 years imprisonment for raping minor daughter

The minor was first sexually assaulted when she was around 14, during her grandfather’s funeral rites. (Representative Image | iStock)
india news
Published on Jun 26, 2026 08:33 am IST

First FIR at all-women police station filed over sexual assault of minor

The FIR was lodged Sunday after the victim and her father gave a written complaint at Wazirabad police station, which was transferred to the new facility.
delhi news
Published on Jun 24, 2026 08:44 pm IST

Pocso complainant challenges clean chit given to Chembur school lab assistant

Pocso complainant challenges clean chit given to Chembur school lab assistant
mumbai news
Published on Jun 20, 2026 06:34 am IST

Doctor arrested for sexually assaulting minor in Zirakpur

The FIR alleges that after administering a glucose drip, the doctor claimed the teenager had a stomach infection. (HT Photo for representation)
chandigarh news
Published on Jun 19, 2026 05:08 am IST

Man booked for ‘sexual assault’ on minor in Awantipora

The J&K police have booked a man for alleged sexual assault on a minor child and registered a case under POCSO in south Kashmir’s Awantipora. (Representational image)
chandigarh news
Published on Jun 15, 2026 03:10 am IST

Families struggle to report sexual crimes; delay no reason to quash FIR: Bombay HC

Families struggle to report sexual crimes; delay no reason to quash FIR: Bombay HC
mumbai news
Published on Jun 12, 2026 04:05 pm IST

12-year-old girl injured after being pushed from building, molestation attempt

A 12-year-old girl was seriously injured after a man allegedly pushed her from a residential building in Khammam district following an alleged attempt to sexually assault her
india news
Published on Jun 09, 2026 07:45 pm IST

Kurukshetra hospital nurses go on 2-hour strike over women’s panel chief’s remarks

Nurses at Kurukshetra’s Lok Nayak Jai Prakash (LNJP) Hospital went on a two-hour strike on Monday to protest the “rude behaviour” of Haryana State Women’s Commission chairperson Renu Bhatia. (HT Photo)
chandigarh news
Published on Jun 09, 2026 06:12 am IST

Kurukshetra: Nurses protest over 'remarks' by Haryana women's commission chairperson

Kurukshetra: Nurses protest over 'remarks' by Haryana women's commission chairperson
gurugram news
Published on Jun 09, 2026 01:15 am IST

UP man arrested for trafficking, assaulting 17-yr-old Odisha girl: Police

NHRC issued notices to the directors general of police (DGPs) of both Odisha and Uttar Pradesh. (Representative Image/iStock)
others
Published on Jun 06, 2026 09:05 pm IST

Chandigarh: 19-year-old youth acquitted in rape case as victim turns hostile

The court held that the prosecution failed to establish the allegations beyond a reasonable doubt and that there was insufficient evidence to sustain the charges. (HR File)
chandigarh news
Published on Jun 05, 2026 03:26 am IST

Hina Khan slams Shilpa Shinde's false sexual harassment case against producer

Hina Khan has spoken out about the recent revelation made by Shilpa Shinde.
tv
Updated on Jun 04, 2026 02:14 am IST

FIR against AAP’s Saurabh Bharadwaj over disclosure of assault survivor’s identity

AAP leader Saurabh Bharadwaj addresses a press conference in New Delhi. (Sanchit Khanna/ HT Photo)
delhi news
Published on Jun 02, 2026 02:01 pm IST

Delhi Police secures conviction in POCSO case after 8 days in trial

Delhi Police secures conviction in POCSO case after 8 days in trial
delhi news
Published on Jun 01, 2026 05:08 pm IST

Retired SMO held for sexual assault on 15-year-old at Kurukshetra hospital

The victim was admitted to the Kurukshetra government hospital with abdominal pain on May 29. Her medical examination confirmed sexual assault. (HT Photo for representation)
chandigarh news
Published on Jun 01, 2026 12:20 pm IST

Man held for sexual harassment of homeless woman in Delhi's Palam Village

The local police station initiated a search and arrested a 51-year-old, identified as Mahavir, who works at a tent house, on Saturday.
delhi news
Updated on May 31, 2026 08:38 am IST

SC denies pre-arrest bail to shooting coach Ankush Bhardwaj in POCSO case

Ankush Bhardwaj allegedly sexually assaulted a 17-year-old national-level woman shooter during a competition-related stay in Faridabad in December last year.
chandigarh news
Published on May 30, 2026 06:40 pm IST

Lorna Hajdini case: New twist as judge makes major ruling on ex-JPMorgan banker

Lorna Hajdini case: In a New York sexual assault lawsuit, a judge ruled that the accuser must disclose his identity.
us news
Updated on May 29, 2026 10:08 pm IST

Nasrapur rape-murder case: Charges framed against accused, trail to begin today

Nasrapur rape-murder case: Charges framed against accused, trail to begin today
pune news
Published on May 29, 2026 04:28 am IST
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