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From Electoral Bonds To Child Marriage: Landmark Verdicts By Supreme Court In 2024
From striking down the electoral bonds scheme to ruling on quotas within quotas and criminal prosecution of lawmakers, here are the landmark verdicts delivered by the Supreme Court in 2024.
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Engaged At 2, Married At 16: Childhood 'Chained' In Madhya Pradesh Village
In the heart of Madhya Pradesh, nestled amid the rugged terrains of Rajgarh district, lies Jaitpura - a village where time seems to have stopped, leaving dreams in shackles and childhoods stolen.
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Over 400 More People Arrested In Assam For Child Marriage
Assam had earlier launched a drive against child marriage in two phases in February and October in 2023.
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Anupam Kher Misses Not Having Own Kid With Kirron Kher: "It's A Joy To See A Child Growing Up"
The actor married Kirron Kher in 1985, and welcomed her four year old son, Sikander, from her previous marriage
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"Child Marriage Deprives Children Of Agency, Autonomy": Supreme Court
Issuing a slew of directions for the effective implementation of the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006, the Supreme Court said that child marriage deprives children of their agency, autonomy, and right to fully develop and enjoy their childhood
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Law On Child Marriage Cannot Be Stunted By Any Personal Law: Top Court
The Supreme Court on Friday said the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act cannot be stunted by traditions under any personal law and observed marriages involving children violate the free will to choose a life partner.
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Pay Legal Expenses, Husband Told As Court Annuls Child Marriage Of Woman
Married off at the age of just four months, a woman came out of a 20-year unwanted situation on Monday when a family court annulled her child marriage.
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On Being Pregnant At 40, Mandy Moore Says, "There Is No Substitute For Wisdom That Comes With Age"
On entering her third pregnancy as she enters her 40s, Mandy Moore spoke about the differences in her pregnancies and expecting a girl at 40
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How Preity Zinta's Play Time With Her Twins Gia and Jai Is A Lesson In Modern Parenting
Preity Zinta and her son Jai spent a wholesome day playing at home. Here's how this helps in child development.
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How Extreme Weather Is Leading To Rise In Child Marriages In Pakistan
As monsoon rains were about to break over Pakistan, 14-year-old Shamila and her 13-year-old sister Amina were married off in exchange for money, a decision their parents made to help the family survive the threat of floods.
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US Lags Behind In Fight Against Child Marriage: 300,000 Cases Since 2000
Despite global focus on South Asia and Africa, child marriage remains legal in 37 US states, with over 300,000 cases reported since 2000.
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Iraq Proposes Law To Reduce Legal Age Of Marriage For Girls To 9
A proposed bill in Iraq's parliament has sparked widespread outrage and concern, as it seeks to reduce the legal age of marriage for girls to just 9 years old.
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"Child Brides Are Common In School": Teachers Of Rajasthan Village
There was little disbelief among students of a government school in Rajasthan's Kota when two of their mates came bearing the signs of a newlywed bride. Teachers suspected the obvious but chose to overlook it.
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Prohibition of Child Marriage Act For All Irrespective Of Religion: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court has ruled that the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006 is applicable to every citizen of this country irrespective of his or her religion as every Indian is a citizen first and then becomes a member of a religion.
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"Significant Step," Says Himanta Sarma As Child Marriage Cases Fall By 81% In Assam
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma today said his government has taken a significant step to ensure justice for girls by putting additional safeguards against child marriage.
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From Electoral Bonds To Child Marriage: Landmark Verdicts By Supreme Court In 2024
From striking down the electoral bonds scheme to ruling on quotas within quotas and criminal prosecution of lawmakers, here are the landmark verdicts delivered by the Supreme Court in 2024.
-
Engaged At 2, Married At 16: Childhood 'Chained' In Madhya Pradesh Village
In the heart of Madhya Pradesh, nestled amid the rugged terrains of Rajgarh district, lies Jaitpura - a village where time seems to have stopped, leaving dreams in shackles and childhoods stolen.
-
Over 400 More People Arrested In Assam For Child Marriage
Assam had earlier launched a drive against child marriage in two phases in February and October in 2023.
-
Anupam Kher Misses Not Having Own Kid With Kirron Kher: "It's A Joy To See A Child Growing Up"
The actor married Kirron Kher in 1985, and welcomed her four year old son, Sikander, from her previous marriage
-
"Child Marriage Deprives Children Of Agency, Autonomy": Supreme Court
Issuing a slew of directions for the effective implementation of the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006, the Supreme Court said that child marriage deprives children of their agency, autonomy, and right to fully develop and enjoy their childhood
-
Law On Child Marriage Cannot Be Stunted By Any Personal Law: Top Court
The Supreme Court on Friday said the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act cannot be stunted by traditions under any personal law and observed marriages involving children violate the free will to choose a life partner.
-
Pay Legal Expenses, Husband Told As Court Annuls Child Marriage Of Woman
Married off at the age of just four months, a woman came out of a 20-year unwanted situation on Monday when a family court annulled her child marriage.
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On Being Pregnant At 40, Mandy Moore Says, "There Is No Substitute For Wisdom That Comes With Age"
On entering her third pregnancy as she enters her 40s, Mandy Moore spoke about the differences in her pregnancies and expecting a girl at 40
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How Preity Zinta's Play Time With Her Twins Gia and Jai Is A Lesson In Modern Parenting
Preity Zinta and her son Jai spent a wholesome day playing at home. Here's how this helps in child development.
-
How Extreme Weather Is Leading To Rise In Child Marriages In Pakistan
As monsoon rains were about to break over Pakistan, 14-year-old Shamila and her 13-year-old sister Amina were married off in exchange for money, a decision their parents made to help the family survive the threat of floods.
-
US Lags Behind In Fight Against Child Marriage: 300,000 Cases Since 2000
Despite global focus on South Asia and Africa, child marriage remains legal in 37 US states, with over 300,000 cases reported since 2000.
-
Iraq Proposes Law To Reduce Legal Age Of Marriage For Girls To 9
A proposed bill in Iraq's parliament has sparked widespread outrage and concern, as it seeks to reduce the legal age of marriage for girls to just 9 years old.
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"Child Brides Are Common In School": Teachers Of Rajasthan Village
There was little disbelief among students of a government school in Rajasthan's Kota when two of their mates came bearing the signs of a newlywed bride. Teachers suspected the obvious but chose to overlook it.
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Prohibition of Child Marriage Act For All Irrespective Of Religion: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court has ruled that the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006 is applicable to every citizen of this country irrespective of his or her religion as every Indian is a citizen first and then becomes a member of a religion.
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"Significant Step," Says Himanta Sarma As Child Marriage Cases Fall By 81% In Assam
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma today said his government has taken a significant step to ensure justice for girls by putting additional safeguards against child marriage.