The BJP has raised concerns over possible evidence tampering in the rape and murder case of a 31-year-old trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College, Kolkata. A viral letter, allegedly signed by former hospital director Sandip Ghosh, ordered renovations near the crime scene the day after the incident.
In the high-profile Kolkata doctor rape-murder case, the admissibility of lie-detector tests is under scrutiny. The CBI has approval to conduct polygraph tests on Sandip Ghosh, the former principal of RG Kar Medical College, and four associates.
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Sandip Ghosh has been suspended by both the West Bengal Health Department and the West Bengal Medical Council. These actions underscore the seriousness of the issues surrounding Ghosh's conduct, leading to his removal from professional duties.
The Centre's petition highlights concerns over the state's reluctance to provide necessary support for the CISF in safeguarding the hospital. The Supreme Court had previously ordered the state to facilitate this support, but the implementation has faced delays.
The Calcutta High Court had ordered the transfer of the probe into the alleged financial irregularities at RG Kar Hospital from a state-constituted Special Investigation Team (SIT) to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).
'Aparajita Woman and Child Bill 2024' seeks to strengthen protections for women and children. The legislation aims to amend existing laws and introduce new provisions specifically targeting rape and other sexual offences, enhancing legal measures against such crimes in the state.
Sandip Ghosh, who served as principal of RG Kar Hospital from February 2021 to September 2023, is facing serious accusations. These include the illegal sale of unclaimed bodies, trafficking of biomedical waste, and pressuring students for bribes to pass exams.
The introduction of this Bill comes in response to the recent rape and murder of a woman medical trainee at Kolkata's RG Kar Hospital, which has intensified calls for tougher measures against sexual violence.
India TV Poll Result: A trainee doctor was raped and murdered in the seminar hall of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata when she had gone to rest during her night shift on August 9 (Friday).
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Kolkata's RG Kar Hospital management is under fire since the brutal rape and murder of the trainee doctor took place inside the hospital on August 9. Bharatiya Janata Party and a section of students are demanding West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's resignation over the horrific crime.
Extending his support to the Kolkata hospital rape victim, popular singer Arijit Singh has released a new song 'Aar Kobe' on his official YouTube channel. Check it out below.
The BJP has called Bangla Bandh in the entire state. There have been reports of clashes between the BJP protesters and TMC workers.
While announcing Bangla bandh, BJP state chief Majumdar alleged that the TMC government was oppressing students and the Left had expressed its support by not participating in the protests.
Clashes between BJP and Trinamool Congress workers were reported, heightening tensions in Kolkata and other areas. Despite the bandh, most markets, shops, and government offices remained open, although there was a noticeable decrease in public transport and private vehicles on the roads.
Kolkata doctor rape-murder: The CBI initially conducted the lie-detection tests on former principal of the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital and five others on August 24, followed by a test on arrested accused Sanjay Roy at the Presidency Correctional Home on August 25.
Bengal bandh: Due to the 12-hour West Bengal Bandh on Wednesday, Kolkata Metro services are expected to be impacted. Regular metro commuters are advised to check the official Kolkata Metro website for the latest updates on service disruptions and schedule changes.
The ED's involvement was triggered by a Calcutta High Court order, expanding the investigation into the misconduct allegations, including illegal activities linked to unclaimed bodies and biomedical waste.
West Bengal police have ramped up security around the Nabanna state secretariat in anticipation of the Nabanna Abhijan Rally on Tuesday. The protest, organized to condemn the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College, has been deemed "illegal" by authorities.
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