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Safety·The Hindu·May 30, 2026

Madras High Court Allows Mylapore Businessman Medical Treatment at Private Hospital

The Madras High Court has permitted T. Devanathan Yadav, managing director of Mylapore Hindu Permanent Fund Nidhi Limited, to receive medical treatment at a private hospital while in custody. Yadav, involved in a ₹600-crore default case, will undergo surgeries on his knee and spine. The court ruled that Yadav must remain in the hospital under police escort, with costs covered by his friend. The decision emphasizes the right of undertrial prisoners to medical treatment of their choice, provided no security risks are posed.

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Safety·DT Next·Jun 8, 2026

Mylapore Police Secure 20-Year Sentence for POCSO Offender

A special POCSO court in Chennai sentenced a 59-year-old man to 20 years in prison for sexually assaulting an eight-year-old girl in Mylapore. The Mylapore All Women Police Station led the investigation, resulting in the conviction. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 10,000, with an additional three-month sentence if unpaid.

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Safety·DT Next·Jun 5, 2026

Mylapore AWPS Secures 20-Year Jail Term for POCSO Offender

A special POCSO court in Chennai sentenced a 59-year-old man to 20 years in prison for sexually harassing an eight-year-old girl in Mylapore. The Mylapore All Women Police Station led the investigation, resulting in the conviction. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 10,000, with an additional three-month sentence if unpaid.

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