State vs R. Veeramani — Seventh POCSO case

Updates

1. Arrest18 Oct 2026

   Key conduit in Gem Granites Veeramani case arrested

   Police have arrested a manager associated with Gem Granites, identified as a key conduit in the seventh POCSO case registered against octogenarian businessman R. Veeramani.

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   Police arrested a manager connected to a business firm who acted as a go-between in a criminal case.

   Who:

   The police performed the arrest of a manager linked to Gem Granites who acted as a conduit for R. Veeramani, the businessman accused in this case.

   When:

   Reported on 18 Oct 2026.

   Where:

   Tamil Nadu.

   Why:

   The manager is considered a key link in the seventh case involving sexual offenses against children filed against the businessman.

   What it means:

   The investigation is moving forward by taking someone into custody who allegedly helped facilitate the actions being investigated.

   The Hindu
2. News18 Oct 2026

   Seventh POCSO case against granite businessman Veeramani; 11 girls have given statements so far; many children were abused

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   A granite businessman faces a new legal case regarding the alleged sexual abuse of minors.

   Who:

   The accused is granite businessman R. Veeramani. The victims are girls who provided statements.

   When:

   Reported on 18 Oct 2026.

   Where:

   The state of Tamil Nadu.

   Why:

   The development follows statements from girls alleging that the accused abused many children.

   What it means:

   The legal case now includes this latest matter involving testimonies from those who claim they were harmed.

   Asianet News