child exploitation

The Supreme Court has taken a stand by issuing notices to the Centre, NCPCR, and NHRC regarding a concerning plea for a ban on the employment of children and teenagers in orchestras, dance troupes, spas, and massage parlors.

Elon Musk's X Corp faces increased penalties in Australia for breaching online safety laws. The company admitted failing to provide crucial information on child exploitation prevention measures. This ruling concludes a nearly three-year legal battle with Australia's eSafety regulator, highlighting ongoing global scrutiny of social media platforms' content moderation practices.

A 12-year-old girl in Rajgarh, Madhya Pradesh, was rescued after enduring nearly a year of horrific abuse, including being sold by her mother for Rs 2 lakh and forced into marriage. The child faced continuous torture and sexual assault from her husband and stepfather. Police have arrested five of six accused, including the mother, and are investigating wider trafficking networks.

Jharkhand CID busted an online child sexual exploitation racket in Giridih, arresting two individuals. The investigation revealed the illegal circulation and sale of Child Sexual Exploitative and Abuse Material (CSEAM) to users in the Middle East, including Oman and the UAE, as well as Bangladesh. Recovered digital content confirmed the illicit activities.

A study by ICMR-NIN and international researchers reveals that low-income children in Hyderabad are receiving poor-quality and unsafe eggs. Smaller and cracked eggs are routinely diverted to government nutrition programs and poorer communities, posing significant food safety risks due to potential bacterial contamination and lack of cold storage.

Justice Secretary David Lammy unveiled plans to cut youth custody by 25%, inspired by his own experiences growing up in Tottenham. The reforms aim to reduce pre-trial detentions, introduce youth intervention courts, and enhance parental accountability. These measures seek to divert children from crime and prevent future offending by offering community sentences and specialized support.

A Nebraska hotel theft complaint unraveled a child trafficking ring involving Gujarati-origin operators. Kavankumar Patel received a 10-year sentence for sex trafficking minors. Investigations revealed hidden cameras and exploitation of victims, with Falguni Choudhary allegedly watching forced sex acts. Authorities continue to pursue traffickers.

A disturbing illegal fertility trade is unfolding across India, involving exploited women, unlicensed clinics, and alleged medical malpractice. Investigations reveal a vast network engaged in unlawful egg donation, surrogate exploitation, and possible human trafficking, with vulnerable women repeatedly used and financial irregularities surfacing.

US Court Convicts Hotel Employee On Two Counts Of Sex Trafficking Of Minors, Sentences Him To 10 Years In Prison Without Parole

A Gujarati-origin tech professional, Siddharth Sunil Kumar Patel, was arrested in Florida for allegedly attempting to exploit minors. Undercover operations by ICAC led to his apprehension after he engaged in explicit online conversations and traveled for a planned sexual encounter. Patel faces serious felony charges, highlighting ongoing efforts to protect children online.

Nepal’s current law treats any sexual relationship involving a person below 18 as rape, regardless of consent, while the legal marriage age in the country is 20.

Families of prisoners in Tamil Nadu face immense hardship, losing financial stability and social standing. Children are denied education and opportunities, trapped in a cycle of debt and stigma. Organizations advocate for structured loan systems to prevent entire generations from being destroyed by a parent's conviction, offering a path to a better future.