In a powerful protest, rickshaw pullers in Kolkata took to the streets to express their anger over the brutal rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Hospital. The Kolkata rape horror shocked people across India and sparked widespread calls for justice. The rickshaw wallahs joined the nationwide movement, demanding that the authorities take strong action against those responsible. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is currently looking into the case, but protests are still happening across the country, even a month after the incident. The public's outrage and demands for justice show the deep concern and solidarity felt by many. Watch video for more.
11 September,2024 08:17 PM IST![Caught on cam: BJP leader Munna Sharma shot dead in Patna - [WATCH]](https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2024/sep/bjphuhdued_d.jpg "Caught on cam: BJP leader Munna Sharma shot dead in Patna - [WATCH]")
On September 9th, a BJP leader identified as Munna Sharma was tragically shot dead in Patna's Chowk area around 6:15 am. Sharma, a long-time BJP member and former Mandal president, was severely injured in the shooting and was rushed to the hospital, where he unfortunately died during treatment. The incident was caught on cam and has sparked widespread outrage. In response, BJP workers held protests in Patna, demanding justice for Sharma. The political atmosphere has intensified, with Tejaswi Yadav criticizing Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, accusing him of failing to curb the rising crime rate in the state. The murder of Sharma has brought renewed attention to issues of law and order in Bihar and has led to heated political reactions. Watch video for more.
09 September,2024 04:48 PM IST
Amidst the ongoing investigation in the Kolkata Rape Horror case, the Enforcement Directorate conducted raids at the residence of former principal of Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College Sandip Ghosh on September 06. ED registered a case under PMLA to probe money laundering charges against Sandip Ghosh in financial irregularities case. The former principal of RG Kar Medical College, Sandip Ghosh is presently in CBI’s custody.
06 September,2024 01:17 PM IST
On September 4, Sandip Ghosh, the former Principal of RG Kar Medical College, faced angry protesters in Kolkata. The crowd surrounded the car he was in as the CBI moved him from the Alipore District & Session Court, shouting and pushing against it. Ghosh is being criticized for how the hospital handled the rape and murder of a doctor. He was arrested by the CBI’s Anti-Corruption Branch on September 2 for corruption and financial misconduct. On August 24, the Calcutta High Court ordered the CBI to investigate Ghosh, leading to an FIR against him. The court has given the CBI three weeks to report on the investigation, with a progress report due on September 17. On September 4, Ghosh also filed a petition with the Supreme Court challenging the High Court’s decision to order the CBI probe. The murdered doctor was found on August 9. The Kolkata rape horror created a massive outrage among people in the nation. Watch video.
05 September,2024 11:35 AM IST
In an interview, Dr. Tapas Pramanik, who was on duty in the Emergency Department on August 9, detailed issues with how the case was handled. Dr. Pramanik explained that while he was on duty from 8 pm to 8 am, no one reported any incident. Around 11:45 am, he received a message about a woman’s death, later identified as a suspected rape and murder. Dr. Pramanik noted that the protocol required the body to be moved to the Emergency Ward for confirmation of death by the Emergency Medical Officer. However, this was not followed; instead, the body was handled differently. There was a delay of 2-3 hours before the death certificate was issued at 12:44 pm. Dr. Pramanik raised concerns about the absence of proper custodians, delays, and the presence of other doctors at the crime scene. He questioned why no one noticed or reported the crime sooner. The Kolkata rape horror that took place on 9th August shook the entire nation.
04 September,2024 11:21 AM IST
Amid the ongoing protests in West Bengal over the rape and murder of a junior doctor at the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, another case involving the alleged molestation of a minor girl in North 24 Parganas’s Madhyamgram has come has come to light. The minor girl's father said, "My daughter was going to the shop from home...He (accused) took my daughter to the shop and molested her. We did not see this, the person next to us told us that this was done to my daughter...When I asked my daughter about this, she said that this was done to her by beating and scaring her. I called the Panchayat member and he told us that the accused would be punished but he went to the accused's house and started supporting him...An FIR has been registered. The accused was caught at 4 am, he is in custody. We want the person who did this to my 9-year-old daughter to get the harshest punishment."
02 September,2024 11:05 AM IST
Amid the ongoing in investigations in the Kolkata Rape Horror case, DCP Central Indira Mukherjee on August 30 refuted the allegations of evidence tampering. During a Press Conference, she said that the authorities had gathered a video of the cordoned-off area of the seminar hall. While addressing, she added that the officials had identified the people present there, following this, she highlighted that no one entered the restricted area who was not part of the investigation process.
31 August,2024 12:46 PM IST
As investigation continues in the Kolkata Rape Horror case, parents of the victim questioned about the long time taken by CBI to conduct the investigation. Father of the victim said, “We are disappointed over this but we have to keep our willpower strong…”
30 August,2024 12:18 PM IST
The Kolkata rape horror is taking new twists everyday. On August 29, the Indian Medical Association (IMA) suspended the membership of Dr. Sandip Ghosh, the former principal of Kolkata's RG Kar Medical Hospital. This decision comes in the wake of a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into a disturbing case involving the alleged rape and murder of a trainee doctor at the same hospital earlier this month. The IMA President announced that Dr. Ghosh's suspension was a response to the severe damage his actions had inflicted on the reputation of the medical profession. The suspension underscores the IMA's commitment to maintaining professional integrity and addressing serious allegations that tarnish the image of the medical community. The investigation is ongoing, and further actions will be determined based on the findings of the CBI probe.
29 August,2024 03:41 PM IST
President Droupadi Murmu has reacted to the Kolkata rape horror. She has strongly condemned the brutal rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital on August 28. In a heartfelt statement, she expressed profound dismay over the escalating atrocities against women, declaring, "enough is enough." President Murmu urged for a deep societal introspection in light of the horrific crime, which has sparked nationwide outrage and protests. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has been tasked with probing the case, as the nation grapples with the urgent need for enhanced safety measures for women. The tragic incident has not only sent shockwaves through the medical community but has also ignited widespread demands for justice and reforms to protect women from such heinous acts.
29 August,2024 11:27 AM ISTADVERTISEMENT
