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The Government of India has launched a scheme to provide support to pregnant girl child victims of sexual offenses under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012. However, the scheme has several oversights and inconsistencies that need to be addressed. These include:

– The scheme’s name does not accurately reflect its intended purpose.
– The scheme has not been redrafted to reflect the inclusion of all pregnant girl victims under POCSO Act, leading to confusion.
– The scheme does not specify whether benefits will be provided to victims who opt for an MTP or have a miscarriage.
– The scheme requires all pregnant girls to be considered as Children in Need of Care and Protection (CNCP), which is contrary to prevailing legislations.
– The scheme provides for the placement of newborns in designated homes until the girl child victim attains the age of 18 years, which is contrary to the Adoption Regulations.
– The financial implications of the scheme are likely to be significant, given the high prevalence of child marriages and teenage pregnancies in India.

The European Commission faces renewed pressure to reveal its interactions with private technology companies in developing a contentious proposal to scan private messages for child sexual abuse material. Concerns have been raised about potential influence by the tech industry on the Commission’s drafting of the legislation, which has sparked opposition from EU institutions and civil society groups. The EU’s ombudsman is investigating a complaint alleging a lack of transparency and has found preliminary evidence of maladministration by the Commission. The ombudsman urges the Commission to provide greater access to withheld documents, including correspondence with potential suppliers of CSAM-scanning technology.

In the finale of ‘Baby Reindeer,’ Donny confesses to his parents about his stalker, sexuality, and rape. His father’s response, hinting at his own trauma in the Catholic Church, has left a profound impact on viewers. The scene highlights the hidden pain and vulnerability that underlies seemingly humorous characters, sparking discussions on childhood sexual abuse and the complexities of masculinity.