Juvenile Justice Act

Can a 10-year-old be responsible for a crime? Here’s what brain science tells us

The age a child can be arrested, charged and jailed in Australia is back in the spotlight. Last year, the Northern Territory became the first jurisdiction

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Sep 01, 2024 17:15 IST logo

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National

Close to 4.46 lakh missing children found since 2015, most reunited with families: Smriti Irani

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Sep 23, 2023 16:49 IST logo

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National

SC orders release of man jailed for 12 yrs after finding he was juvenile at time of offence

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Sep 08, 2023 15:50 IST logo

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National

Girl student caned for posting teacher's pic with caption boring class

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Nov 30, 2022 12:52 IST logo

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National

Parliament panel recommendation on adoption raises bigger question of recognising same-sex union: Experts

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Aug 09, 2022 05:30 IST logo

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National

Parliament panel recommends uniform adoptions law that covers all religions, LGBTQ community

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Aug 09, 2022 05:30 IST logo

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