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In re: Online Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) regulation

In its 17 October 2026 judgment, the Supreme Court directed the Union Government to establish a national database for child sexual exploitation material and prohibited online platforms from monetizing or hosting such content through subscription services. While declaring internet access a fundamental right, the Court noted that the existing Sahyog Portal requires functional expansion to effectively detect and remove abuse material. As reported on 27 October 2026, the Court has granted the Union Government four weeks to present a comprehensive policy framework addressing CSAM and non-consensual intimate content.

State vs. Kuldeep Sengar — Unnao rape case

Former lawmaker Kuldeep Sengar is serving a life sentence for the rape of a teenager in the Unnao case, following the Supreme Court's stay of the suspension of his sentence on 29 December 2025. The Governor of Uttar Pradesh denied his pardon plea on 13 October 2026. Judicial proceedings related to the survivor's uncle continue, with his most recent court appearance reported on 24 October 2026.

State of Gujarat vs Asaram Bapu

A Gandhinagar court convicted Asaram Bapu on 30 January 2023 for the rape and sodomy of a former devotee, while six co-accused were acquitted. Following the Gujarat High Court's rejection of his temporary bail plea on 21 September 2026, the Supreme Court permitted Asaram to withdraw his plea for interim bail on 14 October 2026, noting his existing parole in a separate Jodhpur matter.

State of Karnataka vs H.D. Revanna — Sexual harassment and outraging modesty case

H.D. Revanna faced criminal charges following an FIR registered on April 28, 2024, on a complaint by a survivor of sexual harassment. The Karnataka High Court discharged him of charges under Section 354 IPC, prompting the Karnataka government to challenge the order in the Supreme Court.

State vs. Convict — 2016 Sexual Assault and Murder of a Minor Boy

The Supreme Court set aside the death penalty imposed on a convict for the 2016 sexual assault and murder of a four-year-old boy. The court commuted the sentence, citing procedural and legal considerations.

State of Rajasthan vs Convict in Minor Rape-Murder Case

The Supreme Court upheld the death penalty for a man convicted of kidnapping, raping, and murdering a seven-year-old physically and mentally challenged girl in Rajasthan.

State of Maharashtra vs Satish Ragho Mali — POCSO skin-to-skin case

The Supreme Court set aside a Bombay High Court judgment that had interpreted 'sexual assault' under the POCSO Act as requiring direct skin-to-skin contact. The apex court clarified that physical contact made with sexual intent is sufficient to constitute an offence under the Act.