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Boy sexually abused by multiple persons in Kerala, one arrested
A 76-year-old man, identified as Majeed, a resident of Valayam, has been arrested in connection with the alleged sexual abuse of a 16-year-old boy near Nadapuram in Kerala. Police said the boy’s statement indicated that he was taken to different places and sexually abused by six persons on multiple occasions. Five FIRs have been registered at Valayam police station and another at Kuttiady police station under the POCSO Act. The case came to light after the boy repeatedly refused to attend school, following which his family questioned him and learnt about the alleged abuse. Majeed was taken into custody on Wednesday, and his arrest was subsequently recorded at Valayam police station. Police are investigating the case and attempting to trace the other five alleged accused. The boy has undergone a medical examination and has been counselled to provide a detailed statement.
Government considers scrapping legal immunity for social media platforms
The IT Ministry has begun discussions on a major overhaul of India’s social media regulatory framework, including a proposal to withdraw the legal immunity available to platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and X for content posted by their users, The Indian Express has learnt. The proposed move could fundamentally change the way social media companies operate in India and potentially expose platforms to greater legal liability over user-generated content. The protection has been central to the business models of some of the world’s largest internet companies, setting the stage for a possible confrontation between the government and the technology industry.
Why 60 Youth Congress leaders in Madhya Pradesh were suspended for missing Rahul Gandhi rally
The Youth Congress has suspended 60 office-bearers from Madhya Pradesh for missing the INDIA bloc rally at Delhi’s Ramlila Maidan on November 1, addressed by Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi. The suspended leaders include nine district presidents, five vice-presidents, 14 general secretaries and 32 secretaries. The suspension order, dated November 3, will remain in force until further notice. Among the reasons cited by the leaders for their absence were a wedding, a death in the family, the birth of a long-awaited child and fever. The rally had called for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
Adani’s Navi Mumbai airport plan faces opposition from Air France, Emirates and other airlines
