Child Welfare Committee

Delhi High Court: Girls can marry without the consent of their parents as per Muslim Law

Under Muslims law a girl can get married once she attains puberty without the consent of her parents. Even if the girl is a minor she has full rights to reside with her husband. POSCO, will not be applied to the husband.

Aug 24, 2022, 11:33 AM IST

Man held for attacking 8-month-old child in Kerala

The matter came to light after the mother of the child informed the District Child Welfare Committee about the 'violent behaviour' of the man who reached home after consuming liquor.

Jul 03, 2020, 14:42 PM IST

3 Bangladeshis get 10 years imprisonment in a human trafficking case

On August 21, 2012, the Anti-Human Trafficking Cell of Thane police had conducted a raid and rescued five victims, including two minors.

Jun 16, 2018, 12:20 PM IST

Kerala school's uniform plan for bright, dull students sparks row

A private English medium school in Kerala raised controversies after introducing variations in uniforms for students based on their academic performances. The incident took place in Al Farooque English Medium School at Pandikkad.

Aug 12, 2017, 17:40 PM IST

Aadhaar data reunites missing teens with families - Here's how

The Aadhaar enrolment drive initiated by the Union government is indeed fruitful! Three disabled teenagers on Saturday reunited with their families after a couple of years with the help of Aadhaar.

Aug 06, 2017, 15:41 PM IST

Father arrested for sexually abusing 2 minor girls

A 50-year-old private vehicle dealer was arrested at nearby Kalapet village on Tuesday for allegedly sexually abusing his two minor daughters.

Aug 23, 2016, 22:26 PM IST

Gang-rape at orphanage: Bombay High Court raps Child Welfare Committee for failing to do its duty

In its 120-page judgement on March 11, the high court has come down heavily on the CWC for not doing its job properly and failing to keep a watch on the orphanage.

Mar 27, 2016, 16:20 PM IST