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Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein has secured a mistrial for the third time in his #MeToo sexual assault case involving Jessica Mann. Jurors were deadlocked, with a significant number reportedly leaning towards acquittal. Weinstein's defense attorney expressed satisfaction with the outcome, vowing to continue the fight. This latest development follows a previous conviction that was overturned.

A significant ruling from a Nuh court has resulted in a 20-year rigorous imprisonment for a man convicted of the 2023 rape of a minor. Allegations surfaced that he abducted the young girl at gunpoint, leading to his conviction under the IPC and POCSO Act.

In a chilling case that has captured public attention, a Syrian asylum seeker named Mohammed Abdullah has been found guilty of sexually assaulting a young woman near Bournemouth's popular seaside.

A former East London imam, Abdul Halim Khan, has been jailed for life after being convicted of 21 sexual offences, including rape and child rape, against seven victims over a decade. He exploited his religious authority, claiming supernatural powers to manipulate and abuse vulnerable women and children. The case highlights safeguarding failures and barriers victims face when reporting abuse.

National archery coach Kuldeep Vedwan received a five-year rigorous imprisonment sentence and a Rs 15,000 fine for molesting a minor archer during a 2023 youth championship. The incident occurred in her hotel room at the SAI Sonipat centre. Vedwan allegedly attempted sexual assault, resisted by the athlete, and later pressured her to remain silent, promising career advancement.

A law student, who was allegedly drugged and raped by Sushil Prajapati, expressed renewed trauma after he was released on bail and received a celebratory welcome. The survivor fears for her safety and questions the justice system, stating the public display indicates Prajapati's influence and lack of remorse.

A 57-year-old school caretaker, arrested for alleged sexual assault of a three-year-old, has been granted bail by a Dwarka court. The court noted that CCTV footage placed the accused away from the crime scene, and the child's medical examination revealed no injuries. Police had opposed bail, citing the seriousness of the Pocso Act charges.

The National Commission for Women (NCW) will recommend amendments to prison and parole rules, seeking to deny parole to those convicted of serious crimes against women. The panel also advocates for faster trials, continuous monitoring of repeat offenders, and mandatory risk assessments before any temporary release.

Actor Nick Pasqual, known for a guest role on 'How I Met Your Mother,' has been convicted of attempted murder. A Los Angeles jury found him guilty of stabbing his former girlfriend over 20 times after breaking into her home. The conviction also includes charges of residential burglary and forcible sexual assault.

A public spat between Cardi B and Stefon Diggs in Maryland has gone viral. Bystanders filmed the rapper and the NFL player arguing outside a coffee shop. Reports suggest Cardi B called someone 'messy', hinting at infidelity. This incident follows a public appearance together on Mother's Day. The situation has sparked widespread online discussion and speculation about their relationship.

A viral JPMorgan harassment lawsuit involving Chirayu Rana, a banker of Nepalese origin, has taken a sharper turn after senior executive Lorna Hajdini countersued him for defamation, calling his “sex slave” allegations false and malicious, and claiming they destroyed her reputation and life

A rape accused, Sushil Prajapati, who recently secured bail, is now facing a new FIR after videos emerged showing him being celebrated outside Dasna jail. Police registered a case for rash driving and obstructing public way, with teams formed to identify those involved in the convoy and celebrations.

In a dramatic legal twist, JPMorgan's top executive Lorna Hajdini finds herself facing serious allegations from ex-junior banker Chirayu Rana, who has accused her of sexual coercion and racial harassment. In response, Hajdini has initiated a defamation counterclaim, asserting that Rana's accusations are nothing but a ploy for personal profit.

A four-year-old girl's autopsy in Pune revealed asphyxia as the cause of death following alleged sexual assault and murder. The 65-year-old accused, with a prior record, reportedly gagged the child, leading to suffocation. Outrage erupted, prompting a swift government response seeking the death penalty and a fast-tracked trial.