Rape cases

Reconciliation follows miscarriage caused in attack by suspect’s father

Woman among three arrested on complaint of victim’s brother

The accused blackmailed his victims using video footage of the abuse

14-year-old went to put out garbage bags in Golden Town area and never came back

Opposition leaders believe that special courts are unnecessary as the existing courts can handle rape cases

Law minister to respond to queries of parliamentary body

Says delay in reporting of sexual assault cases due to victims’ trauma and shame

According to NRCB data, overall crime numbers show an increase of 1.3 per cent in registration of cases over 2017

She also feels patriarchy is deeply entrenched in Indian society making it the reason for this delayed conversation.

The law, which passed 25-6, would take effect six months after being signed by the governor