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SC issues notice on plea to regulate explicit content on social media, OTT platforms
New Delhi, April 28: The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to examine a plea seeking directions to the government to take immediate and decisive action to regulate explicit content on social media and OTT platforms.
UN calls for urgent action to protect Iraqi children from landmine threats
Baghdad, April 5: The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) and United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS) jointly called for immediate action to protect Iraqi children from the ongoing landmine threat.
SC declines PIL seeking restriction of social media platforms for kids below 13 years
New Delhi, April 4: The Supreme Court on Friday refused to entertain a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking urgent judicial intervention to regulate access to social media platforms for children below 13 years of age.
Arunachal govt extends scope of schemes for orphans, underprivileged
Itanagar, April 3: The Arunachal Pradesh government on Wednesday decided to extend the scope of the Chief Minister’s Bal Seva Scheme (CMBSS) and enhanced the pension under the Chief Minister’s Social Security Scheme (CMSSS), officials said.
Maharashtra Police and UNICEF unite to pioneer child-friendly policing framework
Mumbai, March 27: Maharashtra Police, in collaboration with UNICEF, has launched a comprehensive training program for Special Juvenile Police Units (SJPUs) in a bid to safeguard the rights and well-being of children.
Iceland's Education Minister resigns after admitting past relationship with teenager
Reykjavik, March 22: Iceland's Minister for Education and Children's Affairs, Asthildur Loa Thorsdottir, has stepped down from her role after revealing a past relationship with a 15-year-old boy she mentored over three decades ago, which resulted in the birth of a child.
754 fast track courts dispose over 3 lakh rape, POCSO cases in January: Centre
New Delhi, March 22: About 754 fast track courts (FTSCs) have disposed more than 3 lakh cases related to rape and Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) in January, said the government.
Emirati Children's Day celebrates efforts to provide children healthy, safe environment
Abu Dhabi, March 15: The UAE celebrates Emirati Children's Day on March 15 each year, reaffirming its dedication to building a bright future for the next generation. This occasion highlights the country's ongoing efforts to provide children a healthy and safe environment, ensuring their physical and psychological well-being.
Crime against women, children declines due to our Zero Tolerance Policy: MP CM Mohan Yadav
Bhopal, March 3: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav participated in a state-level workshop organised by the state Child Rights Protection Commission at Kushabhau Thakre Auditorium (Minto Hall) in Bhopal on Monday and highlighted the state government's commitment to security, empowerment, and justice, which has effectively curbed criminal activities.
Child marriage attempt foiled in Maharashtra's Thane
Thane, Feb 26: An attempt to marry off a 16-year-old girl in Maharashtra's Thane district on Wednesday was foiled due to the timely intervention by the authorities, officials said on Wednesday.
Maha to implement Bal Raksha Abhiyan for protection of child rights
Mumbai, Feb 12: Maharashtra State Commission for Protection of Child Rights will implement 'Bal Raksha Abhiyan' (child protection campaign) for the protection of children's rights and a secure future while 'Bal Snehi Puraskar' will also be given, announced State Commission for Protection of Child Rights Chairperson Sushiben Shah here on Wednesday.
Ayushmann Khurrana shares tips on how children can stay safe on the internet
Mumbai, Feb 11: On the occasion of Safer Internet Day, Bollywood actor Ayushmann Khurrana has joined hands with UNICEF India to raise awareness about online safety.
Minor injected with unknown substance at Mumbai school, police launch probe
Mumbai, February 4: Mumbai Police have launched a probe following a complaint lodged by the parents of a minor girl, alleging that an unidentified man administered an injection to their daughter on school premises, officials said.
TN Governor approves Bills increasing punishments for crimes against women, children
Chennai, Jan 23: Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi has approved two landmark bills aimed at imposing stricter punishments for crimes against women and children.
NITI Aayog to provide education to kids in 73 dists; declare 15,000 villages 'child marriage free'
New Delhi, Jan 18: NITI Aayog and the Association for Voluntary Action (AVA) on Saturday announced collaboration to declare 15,000 villages in the country 'child marriage free' in one year. The collaboration aims to focus on the most vulnerable regions of India to protect, empower and educate children.
Kerala teenager sexual assault : 43 arrested, 29 cases registered as police step up probe
Pathanamthitta, Jan 11: The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the repeated sexual assault of a teenage girl in Kerala's Pathanamthitta district has registered 29 cases across five police stations in the state and arrested 43 individuals in connection with the case so far.
In Kerala, system is vibrant, transparent and we take timely action: Kerala govt Special Representative KV Thomas
Kochi, January 12: Kerala Government Special Representative KV Thomas emphasised that the system in the state is very vibrant and transparent, ensuring that timely action would be taken in the sexual abuse case of a teenage girl in Kerala.
NCW takes cognizance of Kerala sexual abuse case
New Delhi, January 11: The National Commission for Women (NCW) has expressed grave concern over reports of sexual abuse involving a teenage girl by 64 individuals over four years in Kerala's Pathanamthitta district and issued directions for a fair and timely investigation into the matter.
Do not use children in any form on stage; District Child Protection Unit in Ahmedabad issues to Coldplay ahead of concert
Chandigarh, January 4: The District Child Protection Unit in Ahmedabad has issued a notice to singer Chris Martin and the organisers of the Coldplay concert, instructing them not to use children in any form on stage during the concert scheduled to be held at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on January 25 and 26, 2025.