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Rape Case

Rape is among the most disregarded and heinous crime done against women in India. A total of 34,651 cases of rape were reported in India in 2015. Out of these, in 33,098 cases the offenders were known to the victims, revealed the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) data. The victims were majorly among the age group of below six years to over 60 years.

Madhya Pradesh reported 4,391 rape cases, the highest as compared to other states. Whereas, Delhi reported 2,199 such cases–highest among the union territories.

As per the data released by National Crime Records Bureau in August 2016, over 34,600 cases of rape were reported across the country with Madhya Pradesh and Delhi topping the infamous list of states and union territories, respectively. A total of 34,651 rape cases were reported in India in 2015. Among these, in 33,098 cases the offenders were known to the victims.

In February 2017, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare of India introduced resource material related to health issues to be used as a part of a pan-India adolescent peer-education plan called Saathiya. Among other subjects, the material discusses relationships and consent.

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Rape Case News

Raj tops in Rape Cases for 6th year, Jaipur second among metro cities

May 08, 2026, 00:55 (IST)

DGP Cites Free FIR Policy

40 years later, Allahabad high court overturns gang rape conviction over evidentiary gaps in 1983 case

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 12, 2026, 13:27 (IST)

The Allahabad High Court has acquitted three men convicted in a 1983 gang Rape Case. The court cited a lack of medical evidence, inconsistent witness testimonies, and a vague FIR as reasons for doubt. The medico-legal report found no injuries or sperm, and no doctor testified. The acquittal highlights the prosecution's failure to establish guilt beyond reasonable doubt.

Chargesheet filed in third Rape Case against ex-MLA Rahul Mamkootathil

May 07, 2026, 19:59 (IST)

Champawat gang Rape Case fabricated to settle rivalry: Police

TNN / May 09, 2026, 11:23 (IST)

Authorities in Champawat are delving into a controversial case involving a 16-year-old girl who claimed she was gang-raped, a declaration that has taken a surprising turn. Medical findings showed no indicators of assault, leading to the girl's own admission that she had fabricated the events as part of a plotted revenge towards her rivals.

Pocso court for criminal action against BSA, teacher over fake papers in Rape Case

May 09, 2026, 23:14 (IST)

MP records highest rapes on pregnant women for 3rd consecutive year: NCRB data

May 10, 2026, 00:57 (IST)

Rape Case after minor gives birth in Ludhiana.

TNN / May 09, 2026, 13:46 (IST)

Nagpur ranks 5th among metro cities in Rape Cases in 2024: NCRB

May 08, 2026, 03:46 (IST)

Pathanmajra remanded in police custody in illegal mining case

May 07, 2026, 21:29 (IST)

Canadian citizen gets anticipatory bail in Rape Case as Supreme Court cites ‘unverified allegations’

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 11, 2026, 16:57 (IST)

The Supreme Court granted anticipatory bail to a Canadian citizen, Manpreet Singh Gill, accused of rape. Justices Aravind Kumar and PB Varale noted that unverified allegations alone aren't grounds for "moral condemnation." Gill, who claims the relationship was consensual and allegations are for extortion, had his pre-arrest bail plea rejected by lower courts.

Champawat gang Rape Case: Minor’s father files FIR against 3 incl daughter’s friend for implicating her in conspiracy

May 13, 2026, 23:16 (IST)

BTech student, 3 others held for gang-rape, blackmail

TNN / May 13, 2026, 23:15 (IST)

A BTech student and three associates were arrested for allegedly gang-raping and blackmailing his 23-year-old girlfriend. The survivor, also a BTech student, reported the incident after being detained for kidnapping her boyfriend, who she claimed was blackmailing her with assault videos. Police are investigating further.

3 boys saw Nasrapur rape & murder suspect with victim in cowshed: Police

TNN / May 13, 2026, 02:55 (IST)

Goa’s 13.3% crime rate is 5.2% rape, 8.1% Pocso cases: Police

TNN / May 09, 2026, 00:51 (IST)

Circle inspector at the centre of Rape Case suspended in AP

TNN / May 02, 2026, 21:47 (IST)

State recorded 8% dip in crimes against women in 2024, finds NCRB data

TNN / May 09, 2026, 23:35 (IST)

While an 8% reduction in crimes against women in Jharkhand in 2024 is a positive development, the state still faces significant challenges. The low overall crime statistics can be overshadowed by its high occurrences of rape, with many victims knowing their assailants.

Rape, fraud and ‘blessed goods’: ED tightens grip on Nashik astrologer ‘Bhondu Baba’, summons NCP leader Rupali Chakankar

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 13, 2026, 14:10 (IST)

The ED has directed Chakankar to appear before the agency for questioning later this week as part of its ongoing probe into the matter. Previously, the ED had also questioned Chakankar's sister in connection with the same case.

Man held for raping tenant

TNN / May 11, 2026, 01:30 (IST)

Gang rapes rising, society becoming tolerant towards such crimes: DGP

TNN / May 12, 2026, 23:44 (IST)

In a recent public address, Bihar's Director General of Police voiced deep alarm over the alarming increase in gang rapes. He lamented the societal complacency that contributes to a painfully low reporting rate of just 2%—a figure that reflects widespread police apathy.

Man arrested on suspicion of rape after woman alleges assault near church in Maidstone

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 13, 2026, 22:40 (IST)

Kent Police have arrested a 50-year-old man in Maidstone. He is suspected of raping a woman. The alleged assault occurred at two locations on Saturday evening. Police are investigating the incident. They are appealing for witnesses with CCTV or dash cam footage. Increased police patrols are visible in the area. Community members have expressed concern.