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Supreme Court to Rule on Marital Rape Laws

Supreme Court to Review Constitutional Validity of Marital Rape Laws Granting Immunity to Husbands

The Supreme Court of India is set to decide whether laws that provide immunity to husbands from prosecution for marital rape are constitutional. These laws, under both the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), currently state that a husband cannot be charged with rape if he forces his wife, who is not a minor, to have sex with him.

 

A bench led by Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, along with Justices J.B. Pardiwala and Manoj Misra, is reviewing the issue. The court asked for the petitioners’ views on the government’s argument that criminalizing marital rape could harm marriages and disrupt family life.

 

Senior advocate Karuna Nundy, representing one of the petitioners, argued that the current exemption is unconstitutional. She claimed it violates several key rights, including the right to equality (Article 14), the right to freedom (Article 19), and the right to life and personal liberty (Article 21). Nundy urged the court to strike down the provision.

 

The court noted that Parliament, when creating the exemption, intended that a husband’s sexual act with his wife, if she is over 18, would not be considered rape. The justices now face the challenge of determining whether this immunity should be removed, and if so, whether the existing laws on rape would apply or if a new legal provision is needed.

 

This issue was brought to the Supreme Court after a split verdict in May 2022 by the Delhi High Court, which allowed the petitioners to appeal. The case involves significant constitutional questions, and the hearing is ongoing.

 

Under both the IPC and BNS, the current law states that sexual acts by a man with his wife, provided she is not a minor, are not considered rape. The government expressed concern that changing this law could lead to misuse, making it difficult to prove whether consent was given or not.

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Osmania University Ladies Hostel: Lunch Served with Worms

Worms in Lunch Spark Outrage and Protest at Osmania University Ladies Hostel

Osmania University’s Ladies Hostel became the scene of a shocking protest on Tuesday as students found their lunch infested with worms. This repulsive discovery fueled outrage and prompted residents to stage a demonstration, holding up their contaminated plates as grim evidence.

“How can we be expected to eat food crawling with worms and insects?” exclaimed a protesting student, questioning the university administration’s commitment to basic hygiene. The students’ anger stemmed not only from the immediate incident but also from repeated complaints about unhygienic food that had fallen on deaf ears for months.

They further alleged that raising concerns resulted in threats of admission cancellation from the administration, adding fuel to their frustration. Their demands were clear: immediate rectification of the food quality and removal of the hostel director, Kalyana Lakshmi, who they held responsible for the persistent neglect.

This incident raises serious concerns about student well-being and the responsibility of educational institutions to provide a safe and healthy environment. The protest highlighted the urgent need for transparency and accountability in addressing issues related to food quality and hostel management. Hopefully, the students’ voices will be heard and lead to swift action to ensure their rights to basic necessities like clean and edible food are respected.

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Saroornagar Murder: Suspects Awarded Life Imprisonment

In a swift and decisive move, a fast track court in Hyderabad sentenced two persons to life imprisonment for the murder of a 25-year-old marketing professional. The convicted persons, Syed Mobin Ahmed (28) and Mohd. Masood Ahmed, bore a grudge against the victim, B. Nagaraju, for marrying their sister after converting her religion against the family’s wishes.

On May 4, 2022, the duo hacked Nagaraju to death on the road while he was riding his bike with his wife. The Saroornagar police booked a case and arrested the suspects.

During the investigation, the police collected statements from eyewitnesses and circumstantial witnesses, meticulously documenting their accounts. They also gathered crucial evidence using technical data support. In a significant development, the Test Identification Parade (TIP) was conducted, and multiple eyewitnesses positively identified the suspects as the perpetrators.

The fast track court system established through joint efforts with the government and justice was swift. The trial was completed within a year and the sentence was announced.

The conviction and sentencing of the accused in the Saroornagar murder case is a welcome development. It sends a strong message that such heinous crimes will not be tolerated and that the perpetrators will be brought to justice swiftly.

 

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Hyderabad GHMC Celebrates Chakali Ailamma’s 128th Birth Anniversary

Hyderabad: The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) celebrated Chakali Ailamma’s 128th birth anniversary at its headquarters on Tuesday. Ailamma was a pivotal figure in the Telangana Armed Struggle, and is remembered as a democrat who fought for the rights of the oppressed. She is one of the tallest leaders in the region’s history.

GHMC Commissioner Ronald Rose, Additional Commissioner Sneha Sabarish Saroja, Joint Commissioner Jayant, and other officials paid their respects to Ilamma.

The State government organizes programs on Ailamma Jayanti every year to honor her sacrifices. Many welfare schemes for the welfare and development of women, Backward Classes (BCs), and Most Backward Classes (MBCs) have also been implemented.

Chakali Ailamma: A Revolutionary Leader

Chakali Ilamma (c. 1895-1985) was a revolutionary leader during the Telangana Rebellion. She was born into a Chakali family, a community of leatherworkers, and was married at a young age. However, she refused to accept the oppressive social norms of her time and became a vocal advocate for the rights of women and the poor.

In 1946, Ilamma led a group of women to cultivate a plot of land belonging to the local landlord, who had been exploiting the villagers. This act of defiance inspired others to stand up against the feudal lords of Telangana. Ilamma also joined the Communist Party of India and actively participated in the Telangana Armed Struggle.

Ilamma was arrested and imprisoned multiple times by the Nizam’s government. However, she remained undeterred and continued to fight for the liberation of Telangana. After the independence of India in 1947, Ilamma continued to work for the upliftment of the poor and marginalized.

Chakali Ilamma is a symbol of courage, determination, and resistance. She is an inspiration to all who fight for justice and equality.