Officials of India's central agency- the Enforcement Directorate- carried out raids at the residence of the former principal of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, Sandip Ghosh, among other places in Kolkata in a case about the financial irregularities in the institute.

Kolkata doctor rape-murder case: ED raids Ex-RG Kar Principal Sandip Ghosh's residence

The family members of the trainee doctor, who was allegedly raped and murdered at the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata last month, on Wednesday alleged that the police tried to suppress the case by hurriedly cremating the body of their daughter. The victim's father also alleged that the Kolkata Police also tried to bribe them with money.

Kolkata Horror: Parents of deceased doctor join demonstration

Kolkata Horror: Police tried to hush up the case from the very beginning, says father

Kolkata Horror: 'Police tried to hush up case, offered us money', claims victim’s father

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arrested Sandip Ghosh, the former principal of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, on Monday. The arrest is related to the rape and murder of a 31-year-old trainee doctor at the government-run hospital last month.

Kolkata rape & murder case: CBI arrests Sandip Ghosh over charges of financial irregularities

<p>President Droupadi Murmu said on Sunday that the pendency and backlog of cases is a "big challenge" before the judiciary, further highlighting the need to bring a change to the&nbsp;serious cases remaining pending in the courts.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Highlighting the need to organize 'Lok Adalat' more frequently, President Murmu said that this will help in tackling the pendency of cases.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The President was addressing the valedictory session of the two-day National Conference of District Judiciary, organised by the Supreme Court of India, on Sunday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>She further highlighted the need to bring justice to everyone's doorstep.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The President said that our Constitution provides for the power and responsibilities of the Legislative and Executive bodies at the local level through Panchayats and Municipalities. She asked if we could think of a justice system at the local level equivalent to these. She stated that making arrangements to provide justice in the local language and local conditions can help in achieving the ideal of taking justice to everyone's doorstep," the President's secretariat stated in a release, citing President Murmu.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-urges-faster-decisions-on-cases-related-to-atrocities-against-women-754849"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;PM Modi urges 'faster decisions' on cases related to atrocities against women</strong></a></p>

<h2><strong>'Judiciary, police, and government should work together'</strong></h2>

<p>She said that the judiciary, government, and police administration should work together to find solutions to issues related to evidence and witnesses.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The President said that when court decisions in a heinous crime like rape come after a generation has passed, the common man feels that the judicial process lacks sensitivity. She stated that it is a sad aspect of our social life that, in some cases, people with resources continue to roam around fearlessly and freely even after committing crimes,"&nbsp;the statement added.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Kolkata rape-murder: Doctors' protest at Jantar Mantar today</strong></p>

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<p>President Murmu's comments come in the light of the recent horrific incident of rape and murder of a trainee female doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in West Bengal.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Following the incident, protesters across the nation have been holding rallies and demanding justice for the victim.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


President Droupadi Murmu said on Sunday that the pendency and backlog of cases is a "big challenge" before the judiciary, further highlighting the need to bring a change to the serious cases remaining pending in the courts.

President Droupadi Murmu said on Sunday that the pendency and backlog of cases is a "big challenge" before the judiciary, further highlighting the need to bring a change to the serious cases remaining pending in the courts. Highlighting the need to organize 'Lok Adalat' more frequently, President Murmu said that this will help in tackling the pendency of cases. The President was addressing the valedictory session of the two-day National Conference of District Judiciary, organised by the Supreme Court of India, on Sunday. She further highlighted the need to bring justice to everyone's doorstep. "The President said that our Constitution provides for the power and responsibilities of the Legislative and Executive bodies at the local level through Panchayats and Municipalities. She asked if we could think of a justice system at the local level equivalent to these. She stated that making arrangements to provide justice in the local language and local conditions can help in achieving the ideal of taking justice to everyone's doorstep," the President's secretariat stated in a release, citing President Murmu. Also read: PM Modi urges 'faster decisions' on cases related to atrocities against women 'Judiciary, police, and government should work together' She said that the judiciary, government, and police administration should work together to find solutions to issues related to evidence and witnesses. "The President said that when court decisions in a heinous crime like rape come after a generation has passed, the common man feels that the judicial process lacks sensitivity. She stated that it is a sad aspect of our social life that, in some cases, people with resources continue to roam around fearlessly and freely even after committing crimes," the statement added. Watch | Kolkata rape-murder: Doctors' protest at Jantar Mantar today × President Murmu's comments come in the light of the recent horrific incident of rape and murder of a trainee female doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in West Bengal. Following the incident, protesters across the nation have been holding rallies and demanding justice for the victim. (With inputs from agencies)

'Pendency of cases a big challenge': President Murmu says people 'feel judiciary lacks sensitivity'

<p>A 13-year-old girl was allegedly molested by a laboratory technician in West Bengal's Howrah District Hospital late Saturday (August 31) night, the local police said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The girl was getting treated for pneumonia at the hospital, and the incident happened when she went for a CT scan. She was taken to the hospital laboratory, where she was allegedly molested by the technician, Aman Raj.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The accused is a contractual laboratory technician at the hospital.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the teen's family, she came out of the department crying and sought help from another patient's relative.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The teen's mother rushed to her daughter when she heard her crying, and alerted the police.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The word about the incident spread quickly, triggering outrage. The victim's family gathered at the hospital and protested against the incident.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Kolkata rape-murder: Doctors' protest at Jantar Mantar today</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>Accused arrested&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>After informing the police about the incident,&nbsp;they intervened to rescue the accused, Aman Raj, from the mob. He was later arrested based on the teen's family member's complaint.&nbsp;</p>

<p>People across the nation have already been protesting against the sexual assault case that happened last month when a trainee female doctor was brutally raped and murdered in RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Moreover, the hospital authorities assured that while the police are investigating the matter, the internal complaints committee of the hospital will also start a probe.&nbsp;</p>

<p>These incidents have raised questions about security at the state-run hospitals in West Bengal.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-urges-faster-decisions-on-cases-related-to-atrocities-against-women-754849"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;PM Modi urges 'faster decisions' on cases related to atrocities against women</strong></a></p>

<p>On Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stressed that the country needs "faster decisions" in cases of crimes against women to ensure their safety. This comes after West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee requested PM Modi for stringent central legislation and exemplary punishment for crimes like rape and murder.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from sources)</em></p>


A 13-year-old girl was allegedly molested by a laboratory technician in West Bengal's Howrah District Hospital late Saturday (August 31) night, the local police said.

A 13-year-old girl was allegedly molested by a laboratory technician in West Bengal's Howrah District Hospital late Saturday (August 31) night, the local police said. The girl was getting treated for pneumonia at the hospital, and the incident happened when she went for a CT scan. She was taken to the hospital laboratory, where she was allegedly molested by the technician, Aman Raj. The accused is a contractual laboratory technician at the hospital. According to the teen's family, she came out of the department crying and sought help from another patient's relative. The teen's mother rushed to her daughter when she heard her crying, and alerted the police. The word about the incident spread quickly, triggering outrage. The victim's family gathered at the hospital and protested against the incident. Watch | Kolkata rape-murder: Doctors' protest at Jantar Mantar today × Accused arrested After informing the police about the incident, they intervened to rescue the accused, Aman Raj, from the mob. He was later arrested based on the teen's family member's complaint. People across the nation have already been protesting against the sexual assault case that happened last month when a trainee female doctor was brutally raped and murdered in RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata. Moreover, the hospital authorities assured that while the police are investigating the matter, the internal complaints committee of the hospital will also start a probe. These incidents have raised questions about security at the state-run hospitals in West Bengal. Also read: PM Modi urges 'faster decisions' on cases related to atrocities against women On Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stressed that the country needs "faster decisions" in cases of crimes against women to ensure their safety. This comes after West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee requested PM Modi for stringent central legislation and exemplary punishment for crimes like rape and murder. (With inputs from sources)

Lab technician allegedly assaults teen girl in West Bengal hospital, arrested

A protest in Kolkata against the rape and murder of a trainee doctor in RG Kar Hospital turned violent on Tuesday as police lobbed tear gas shells and fired water cannons to disperse protesters. The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued a notice to the Kolkata police commissioner over the alleged use of ‘excessive and brutal’ force by the police on protestors during Nabanna Abhijan earlier this week.

Kolkata rape-murder: Doctors' protest at Jantar Mantar today

<p>As the protests rage on&nbsp;over the horrific Kolkata rape and murder case, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (Aug 31)&nbsp;stressed that the country needs faster decisions in the cases related to atrocities against women.&nbsp;</p>

<p>PM Modi was addressing the inaugural event of the two-day National Conference of District Judiciary at Bharat Mandapam.</p>

<p>The brutal rape and murder case of a female trainee doctor in Kolkata's RG Kar Hospital and College has shaken the nation.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>CM Mamata Banerjee's request to&nbsp;PM Modi</strong>&nbsp;</h2>

<p>Modi's remarks come after West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee wrote to the Indian PM, requesting stringent&nbsp;legislation and exemplary punishment for heinous crimes like rape and murder.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://wionews.com/india-news/mamata-banerjee-threatens-to-topple-modi-government-in-wake-of-kolkata-doctor-rape-murder-case-protests-754165"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Mamata Banerjee threatens to 'topple' Modi government in wake of Kolkata doctor rape-murder case protests</strong></a></p>

<p>PM Modi said that if there are faster decisions in such cases, the population will get greater assurance of safety.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Today, atrocities against women, safety of children... are serious concerns of the society. Many strict laws have been made in the country for the safety of women, but we need to make it more active. The faster the decisions are taken in cases related to atrocities against women, the greater assurance of safety half the population will get," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He further added&nbsp;that many strict laws have been made in India for the safety of women.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Kolkata hospital horror: Did not like what Mamata Banerjee said, very hurt: Victim's Mother</strong></p>

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<p>Emphasising that in the Amritkaal (which roughly translates to the Golden era)&nbsp;of Independence, people in India have only one dream, and that is "Developed India, New India".&nbsp;</p>

<p>"In the Amritkaal of Independence, 140 crore countrymen have only one dream - Developed India, New India. New India, that is - a modern India in thinking and determination. Our judiciary is a strong pillar of this vision," PM Modi&nbsp;added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Further, he highlighted that in the last 10 years, the country has spent around $953 million (Rs 8,000 crore) on the development of judicial infrastructure, adding, "75% of the total amount spent on judicial infrastructure in the last 25 years has been spent in just the last 10 years alone."</p>

<p>"We have got new Indian judicial law in the form of the Indian Judicial Code. The spirit of these laws is - 'Citizen First, Dignity First, and Justice First'. Our criminal laws are free from the colonial mindset of rulers and slaves," PM Modi said.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


As the protests rage on over the horrific Kolkata rape and murder case, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (Aug 31) stressed that the country needs faster decisions in the cases related to atrocities against women.

As the protests rage on over the horrific Kolkata rape and murder case, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (Aug 31) stressed that the country needs faster decisions in the cases related to atrocities against women. PM Modi was addressing the inaugural event of the two-day National Conference of District Judiciary at Bharat Mandapam. The brutal rape and murder case of a female trainee doctor in Kolkata's RG Kar Hospital and College has shaken the nation. CM Mamata Banerjee's request to PM Modi Modi's remarks come after West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee wrote to the Indian PM, requesting stringent legislation and exemplary punishment for heinous crimes like rape and murder. Also read: Mamata Banerjee threatens to 'topple' Modi government in wake of Kolkata doctor rape-murder case protests PM Modi said that if there are faster decisions in such cases, the population will get greater assurance of safety. "Today, atrocities against women, safety of children... are serious concerns of the society. Many strict laws have been made in the country for the safety of women, but we need to make it more active. The faster the decisions are taken in cases related to atrocities against women, the greater assurance of safety half the population will get," he said. He further added that many strict laws have been made in India for the safety of women. Watch | Kolkata hospital horror: Did not like what Mamata Banerjee said, very hurt: Victim's Mother × Emphasising that in the Amritkaal (which roughly translates to the Golden era) of Independence, people in India have only one dream, and that is "Developed India, New India". "In the Amritkaal of Independence, 140 crore countrymen have only one dream - Developed India, New India. New India, that is - a modern India in thinking and determination. Our judiciary is a strong pillar of this vision," PM Modi added. Further, he highlighted that in the last 10 years, the country has spent around $953 million (Rs 8,000 crore) on the development of judicial infrastructure, adding, "75% of the total amount spent on judicial infrastructure in the last 25 years has been spent in just the last 10 years alone." "We have got new Indian judicial law in the form of the Indian Judicial Code. The spirit of these laws is - 'Citizen First, Dignity First, and Justice First'. Our criminal laws are free from the colonial mindset of rulers and slaves," PM Modi said. (With inputs from agencies)

PM Modi urges 'faster decisions' on cases related to atrocities against women

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As the investigation continues in the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar hospital, the father of the victim has declined to take responsibility for a leaked conversation between him and a staff member of the hospital. Three call recordings have been viral on social media, the call recordings are of RG Kar hospital authorities to the parents of the victim. The mother of the victim has also lashed out at CM Mamata Banerjee. Watch WION to know more.

Kolkata doctor rape-murder case: Victim's father denies responsibility for leaked conversations

BJP called for the 'Bangla Bandh' on August 28 (Wednesday), in protest against the doctor's rape and murder incident in West Bengal. The protest partially affected their daily lives as the public transport services were hit and caused inconvenience to people.

Kolkata Rape-Murder Case: BJP leaders observes 12-hour-long 'Bengal bandh'

<p>New details emerged in the Kolkata rape and murder case on Thursday (Aug 29), indicating how the parents of the 31-year-old victim were misled by the hospital authorities where the gruesome incident had happened.</p>

<p>"She has probably died by suicide, please hurry,” the parents were told during one of the interactions with the assistant superintendent of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital on August 9.</p>

<h2><strong>Three calls</strong></h2>

<p>During the first call made by the assistant superintendent, the parents were told: “Your daughter is not well. Can you please come to the hospital immediately?”</p>

<p>When the confused father asked for more details, the staff member said, "The doctors will tell you what happened when you get here. We found your number and called because you are the family".</p>

<p>The second call was made after some time, during which the staff member sounded even more distressed.</p>

<p>"Her condition is very critical. Please come as soon as possible," the parents were told.</p>

<p>This made her&nbsp;father extremely worried. When he asked for further details, he was told, "The doctors will explain. Please come here quickly". The father asked the staffer to reveal his identity, to which she replied, “I am the assistant superintendent. I am not a doctor.”</p>

<p>The call reportedly ended abruptly amidst disruption.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Kolkata Rape-Murder Case: West Bengal cabinet approves proposal to introduce new anti-rape bill</strong></p>

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<p>The third call made it clear to the distressed parents that their daughter was no longer alive. “She might have committed suicide or died. The police are here. We are at the hospital, in front of everyone, making this call," the parents heard on the call.</p>

<h2><strong>Concerns</strong></h2>

<p>The three calls indicate how the hospital administration may have tried to cover up the cruel incident, as accused by the parents.</p>

<p>The family is now demanding hospital administration answer questions about what actually transpired at the site just before the death of the junior doctor.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a data-ved="2ahUKEwjAgeextpqIAxXTUGwGHQF8MxEQxfQBKAB6BAgHEAE" href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions-blogs/kolkata-rape-murder-rg-kar-hospital-crime-is-a-symptom-of-indias-collective-shame-754244" jsname="YKoRaf" ping="/url?sa=t&amp;source=web&amp;rct=j&amp;opi=89978449&amp;url=https://www.wionews.com/opinions-blogs/kolkata-rape-murder-rg-kar-hospital-crime-is-a-symptom-of-indias-collective-shame-754244&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjAgeextpqIAxXTUGwGHQF8MxEQxfQBKAB6BAgHEAE">Kolkata rape-murder: RG Kar Hospital crime is a symptom of India’s collective shame</a></strong></p>

<p>Kolkata police arrested a civic volunteer named Sanjay Roy in connection with the murder on August 10, a day later. Roy reportedly admitted to his crimes during an interrogation by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


New details emerged in the Kolkata rape and murder case on Thursday (Aug 29), indicating how the parents of the 31-year-old victim were misled by the hospital authorities where the gruesome incident had happened.

New details emerged in the Kolkata rape and murder case on Thursday (Aug 29), indicating how the parents of the 31-year-old victim were misled by the hospital authorities where the gruesome incident had happened. "She has probably died by suicide, please hurry,” the parents were told during one of the interactions with the assistant superintendent of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital on August 9. Three calls During the first call made by the assistant superintendent, the parents were told: “Your daughter is not well. Can you please come to the hospital immediately?” When the confused father asked for more details, the staff member said, "The doctors will tell you what happened when you get here. We found your number and called because you are the family". The second call was made after some time, during which the staff member sounded even more distressed. "Her condition is very critical. Please come as soon as possible," the parents were told. This made her father extremely worried. When he asked for further details, he was told, "The doctors will explain. Please come here quickly". The father asked the staffer to reveal his identity, to which she replied, “I am the assistant superintendent. I am not a doctor.” The call reportedly ended abruptly amidst disruption. Watch: Kolkata Rape-Murder Case: West Bengal cabinet approves proposal to introduce new anti-rape bill × The third call made it clear to the distressed parents that their daughter was no longer alive. “She might have committed suicide or died. The police are here. We are at the hospital, in front of everyone, making this call," the parents heard on the call. Concerns The three calls indicate how the hospital administration may have tried to cover up the cruel incident, as accused by the parents. The family is now demanding hospital administration answer questions about what actually transpired at the site just before the death of the junior doctor. Also read: Kolkata rape-murder: RG Kar Hospital crime is a symptom of India’s collective shame Kolkata police arrested a civic volunteer named Sanjay Roy in connection with the murder on August 10, a day later. Roy reportedly admitted to his crimes during an interrogation by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). (With inputs from agencies)

Kolkata horror: ‘Your daughter is not well,’ Hospital staff made three frantic calls to family

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<p>It has been 20 days since a man allegedly raped and murdered a 31-year-old postgraduate trainee doctor in the seminar hall of the RG Kar Hospital in India’s Kolkata.<br />
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Since then, the capital city of West Bengal and the rest of the country have witnessed protests and outrage hitherto unseen since the days of the Nirbhaya murder case, 12 years ago in the national capital, Delhi. It is as if the nation has been awakened after one of its doctors was brutalised by Sanjay Roy, the main accused in the case that continues to get murkier every day.&nbsp;<br />
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Even though our feeds, newspapers, and television screens are full of protest visuals with people screaming for accountability, there have been multiple other sexual violence incidents against women historically from the ‘disadvantaged’ groups since August 9.&nbsp;<br />
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A man allegedly sexually abused two four-year-olds at a private school in Maharashtra’s Badlapur. In another incident a&nbsp;man allegedly raped a friend’s three-year-old daughter in Valsad. While a&nbsp;shopkeeper from North India’s Meerut was arrested for allegedly raping six young boys.&nbsp;<br />
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We are all familiar with the hush-hush stories of sexual violence in our families and communities. Most stories never see the light of day.<br />
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The cases are countless, and the list from just the last few days is enough to overwhelm all of us.&nbsp;<br />
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It appears that we have learnt nothing after decades of sexual violence and brutality running rampant. Even the Indian President, Droupadi Murmu, has said ‘Enough is enough’ and asked society to stop the horrors.&nbsp;<br />
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But when we don’t listen to our conscience, will we listen to our president?&nbsp;<br />
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<strong>The case so far</strong><br />
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<strong>August 9</strong>: The victim’s body is found inside the seminar hall of the RG Kar Hospital in Kolkata. After initially telling the victim’s parents of an ‘alleged suicide,’ the police register an FIR (First Information Report).&nbsp;<br />
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<strong>August 10</strong>: Sanjay Roy, the prime accused, is arrested in connection with allegedly raping and murdering the trainee doctor after a ‘prolonged examination and confession of guilt.’ Protests erupt over the administration’s response to the case after reports of a cover-up quickly spread.&nbsp;<br />
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<strong>August 11</strong>: The superintendent of the hospital is suspended over alleged discrepancies in the handling of the case.&nbsp;<br />
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<strong>August 14</strong>: The Central Bureau of Investigation, or CBI, takes up the matter, and West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee announces a protest march.<br />
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<strong>August 15</strong>: An unidentified mob attacks and vandalises&nbsp;the RG Kar Hospital.&nbsp;<br />
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<strong>August 17</strong>: Doctors demand a nationwide strike and suspension of services in protest of the rape and the ensuing violence.&nbsp;<br />
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<strong>August 20</strong>: The Supreme Court takes up suo-moto cognisance of the matter.&nbsp;<br />
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<strong>August 22</strong>: The apex court reprimands Kolkata Police over alleged delay in the handling of the case.&nbsp;</p>

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<strong>August 26</strong>: ‘Nabanna’ protest march called in West Bengal. Clashes break out between the protestors and police.&nbsp;<br />
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Latest: CBI has sought permission for a polygraph test of sub-inspector Anup Dutta, who is said to be close to Sanjay Roy. Opinions will also be sought from AIIMS on the DNA and forensic reports from the case.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Same old script</strong>&nbsp;<br />
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The days following the RG Kar Hospital incident saw the same old script play out. It is familiar to every woman in the country and, frankly, the world.&nbsp;<br />
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‘Why did she go out at this hour?’&nbsp;<br />
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‘Why was she wearing short clothes?’&nbsp;<br />
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‘Girls should be careful too.’<br />
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The onus of sexual violence is not on its victim but is symptomatic of a greater disease pervading society. One which objectifies the woman and sees her as a means to the patriarchal end, i.e., the man’s sexual release, consent be damned!<br />
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<strong>Not safe even after death</strong><br />
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In a shocking turn of events, the Kolkata rape and murder victim was not left in peace even after her brutal death. Her name is trending widely on social media, often by people demanding justice. But in a far more sinister turn of events, her name became the top search trend on various pornography websites. The victim’s morphed images were quick to be circulated in chatrooms frequented by men, with many commenting on her physicality. As if this was not sickening enough, the men of India proceeded to slut-shame not just the victim but compare her to their partners.&nbsp;<br />
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This is beyond horrifying.&nbsp;<br />
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Consider this: a man allegedly rapes a woman, brutally murders her, dumps her body to be found later, shows no apparent remorse for his acts, and instead of outrage, his fellow men are laughing off the incident and proceeding to look for pornography related to the incident.&nbsp;<br />
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It is no longer about our “mothers, sisters, and daughters.” As a colleague aptly noted a quote from Bachi Karkaria’s column in the Times of India, 'women are just women, not male appendages.'</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Kolkata Rape-Murder Case: BJP observes 'Bengal Bandh' to protest police action on students</strong></p>

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<p>Women are not for men to control, manipulate, judge, or admonish. Because if they start judging men, there would not be enough space in the world to hide this gender’s collective shame.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Victim-centric language</strong><br />
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The language we speak, write, and in turn, imbibe is important. Almost all media reports on the Kolkata case have pointed out how a “31-year-old woman was raped and murdered” or how the “victim was brutalised.”&nbsp;<br />
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The onus is always on the victim, in this case a woman, not the accused.&nbsp;<br />
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If we talk about how a man brutally raped and murdered a woman in Kolkata’ or how ‘the accused brutalised the victim’ we will be easing the pressure off women to prove their assault and place it on the accused, as it should be.&nbsp;<br />
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If we were all a little more empathetic about how we talk about sexual violence, maybe it would not have taken so long for Malayalam cinema’s #MeToo movement to kickstart.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Demand for collective action</strong>&nbsp;<br />
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The call for stricter rape laws in the country has been an old one. Much before West Bengal’s ruling Trinamool Congress demanded stricter rape laws and conviction rates in the country, activists have been demanding harsher laws against sexual perpetrators and quick dispensation of justice.<br />
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The repeated and long-drawn procedure of a rape trial is often taxing on both the survivor and their family, fuelling suspicion and a greater possibility of the court of public opinion to step in. The honourable courts’ wisdom must prevail regardless of public sentiment.&nbsp;<br />
&nbsp;<br />
<strong>Time to act has passed</strong><br />
<br />
The time to act against sexual violence has passed long ago in India. It has now become the status quo. It is considered a default that women must protect themselves from men and that men will continue to assault them. A woman living in practically any part of the country is no longer safe, let alone other gender and sexual minorities. Women, men, children, and even animals are being raped with their autonomy brutally snatched by both the perpetrators and the court of public opinion.<br />
&nbsp;<br />
We as a society have missed the bus of gender equality so long ago that all women can do now is walk down the never-ending road to apparent justice, all alone.&nbsp;<br />
&nbsp;<br />
But wait, women cannot be ‘allowed’ to walk alone, right? What if they ‘tempt’ men into becoming monsters?&nbsp;</p>

<p><em><strong>Disclaimer: The writer's views do not represent those of WION or ZMCL. Nor does WION or ZMCL endorse the views of the writer.</strong></em></p>


It has been 20 days since a man allegedly raped and murdered a 31-year-old postgraduate trainee doctor in the seminar hall of the RG Kar Hospital in India’s Kolkata.

It has been 20 days since a man allegedly raped and murdered a 31-year-old postgraduate trainee doctor in the seminar hall of the RG Kar Hospital in India’s Kolkata. Since then, the capital city of West Bengal and the rest of the country have witnessed protests and outrage hitherto unseen since the days of the Nirbhaya murder case, 12 years ago in the national capital, Delhi. It is as if the nation has been awakened after one of its doctors was brutalised by Sanjay Roy, the main accused in the case that continues to get murkier every day. Even though our feeds, newspapers, and television screens are full of protest visuals with people screaming for accountability, there have been multiple other sexual violence incidents against women historically from the ‘disadvantaged’ groups since August 9. A man allegedly sexually abused two four-year-olds at a private school in Maharashtra’s Badlapur. In another incident a man allegedly raped a friend’s three-year-old daughter in Valsad. While a shopkeeper from North India’s Meerut was arrested for allegedly raping six young boys. We are all familiar with the hush-hush stories of sexual violence in our families and communities. Most stories never see the light of day. The cases are countless, and the list from just the last few days is enough to overwhelm all of us. It appears that we have learnt nothing after decades of sexual violence and brutality running rampant. Even the Indian President, Droupadi Murmu, has said ‘Enough is enough’ and asked society to stop the horrors. But when we don’t listen to our conscience, will we listen to our president? The case so far August 9: The victim’s body is found inside the seminar hall of the RG Kar Hospital in Kolkata. After initially telling the victim’s parents of an ‘alleged suicide,’ the police register an FIR (First Information Report). August 10: Sanjay Roy, the prime accused, is arrested in connection with allegedly raping and murdering the trainee doctor after a ‘prolonged examination and confession of guilt.’ Protests erupt over the administration’s response to the case after reports of a cover-up quickly spread. August 11: The superintendent of the hospital is suspended over alleged discrepancies in the handling of the case. August 14: The Central Bureau of Investigation, or CBI, takes up the matter, and West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee announces a protest march. August 15: An unidentified mob attacks and vandalises the RG Kar Hospital. August 17: Doctors demand a nationwide strike and suspension of services in protest of the rape and the ensuing violence. August 20: The Supreme Court takes up suo-moto cognisance of the matter. August 22: The apex court reprimands Kolkata Police over alleged delay in the handling of the case. Also read | Kolkata doctor rape-murder case: Here's what the Supreme Court said August 26: ‘Nabanna’ protest march called in West Bengal. Clashes break out between the protestors and police. Latest: CBI has sought permission for a polygraph test of sub-inspector Anup Dutta, who is said to be close to Sanjay Roy. Opinions will also be sought from AIIMS on the DNA and forensic reports from the case. Same old script The days following the RG Kar Hospital incident saw the same old script play out. It is familiar to every woman in the country and, frankly, the world. ‘Why did she go out at this hour?’ ‘Why was she wearing short clothes?’ ‘Girls should be careful too.’ The onus of sexual violence is not on its victim but is symptomatic of a greater disease pervading society. One which objectifies the woman and sees her as a means to the patriarchal end, i.e., the man’s sexual release, consent be damned! Not safe even after death In a shocking turn of events, the Kolkata rape and murder victim was not left in peace even after her brutal death. Her name is trending widely on social media, often by people demanding justice. But in a far more sinister turn of events, her name became the top search trend on various pornography websites. The victim’s morphed images were quick to be circulated in chatrooms frequented by men, with many commenting on her physicality. As if this was not sickening enough, the men of India proceeded to slut-shame not just the victim but compare her to their partners. This is beyond horrifying. Consider this: a man allegedly rapes a woman, brutally murders her, dumps her body to be found later, shows no apparent remorse for his acts, and instead of outrage, his fellow men are laughing off the incident and proceeding to look for pornography related to the incident. It is no longer about our “mothers, sisters, and daughters.” As a colleague aptly noted a quote from Bachi Karkaria’s column in the Times of India, 'women are just women, not male appendages.' Also watch | Kolkata Rape-Murder Case: BJP observes 'Bengal Bandh' to protest police action on students × Women are not for men to control, manipulate, judge, or admonish. Because if they start judging men, there would not be enough space in the world to hide this gender’s collective shame. Victim-centric language The language we speak, write, and in turn, imbibe is important. Almost all media reports on the Kolkata case have pointed out how a “31-year-old woman was raped and murdered” or how the “victim was brutalised.” The onus is always on the victim, in this case a woman, not the accused. If we talk about how a man brutally raped and murdered a woman in Kolkata’ or how ‘the accused brutalised the victim’ we will be easing the pressure off women to prove their assault and place it on the accused, as it should be. If we were all a little more empathetic about how we talk about sexual violence, maybe it would not have taken so long for Malayalam cinema’s #MeToo movement to kickstart. Demand for collective action The call for stricter rape laws in the country has been an old one. Much before West Bengal’s ruling Trinamool Congress demanded stricter rape laws and conviction rates in the country, activists have been demanding harsher laws against sexual perpetrators and quick dispensation of justice. The repeated and long-drawn procedure of a rape trial is often taxing on both the survivor and their family, fuelling suspicion and a greater possibility of the court of public opinion to step in. The honourable courts’ wisdom must prevail regardless of public sentiment. Time to act has passed The time to act against sexual violence has passed long ago in India. It has now become the status quo. It is considered a default that women must protect themselves from men and that men will continue to assault them. A woman living in practically any part of the country is no longer safe, let alone other gender and sexual minorities. Women, men, children, and even animals are being raped with their autonomy brutally snatched by both the perpetrators and the court of public opinion. We as a society have missed the bus of gender equality so long ago that all women can do now is walk down the never-ending road to apparent justice, all alone. But wait, women cannot be ‘allowed’ to walk alone, right? What if they ‘tempt’ men into becoming monsters? Disclaimer: The writer's views do not represent those of WION or ZMCL. Nor does WION or ZMCL endorse the views of the writer.

Kolkata rape-murder: RG Kar Hospital crime is a symptom of India’s collective shame

The West Bengal cabinet approved a proposal to introduce a new Bill aimed at preventing rape and ensuring stricter punishments for such crimes. The Bill is scheduled to be presented in the assembly next week.

Kolkata Rape-Murder Case: West Bengal cabinet approves proposal to introduce new anti-rape bill

Outrage continues over the brutal rape and murder of a trainee doctor in India's West Bengal on August 19th. Police fired tear gas and water cannons to disperse hundreds of protesters marching in Kolkata seeking the resignation of the state chief minister Mamata Banerjee. Watch the video to know more!

Kolkata Protests: Police detain protesters after violence at protests over doctor's rape, murder

#Gravitas | It's been almost twenty days since the rape and murder of a young doctor in a Kolkata hospital was reported. Despite protests and arrests, justice seems elusive. The situation has taken a political turn, with politicians engaging in a blame game. The question is, has politics overshadowed the pursuit of justice? Have politicians hijacked justice?

Bengal Bandh: Have Politicians Hijacked Justice? | Gravitas

Indian President Draupadi Murmu, emphasized in an exclusive article for PTI on August 28 that it is time for India to confront the 'perversion' of crimes against women and challenge the mindset that views women as less powerful, less capable, and less intelligent. Watch in for more details!

Kolkata Protests: President Murmu's strong stand over Kolkata Doctor Rape-Murder | WION Originals

Kolkata protests: Buses and other transportation services came to a standstill in the east Indian state of West Bengal after opposition BJP called a 'Bengal Bandh' in the wake of a rape-murder. Watch WION for more details.

BJP calls for 12-hour-long bandh

The outrage over the rape and murder of a training doctor at the RG Kar Hospital in India's Kolkata continues and the main opposition party the BJP has called for 12-hour long Bharat Bandh today in the state after hundreds of students clashed with police on Tuesday as they marched to the Secretariat. Watch WION for more details.

Kolkata Protests Intensify: Clashes in West Bengal amid protests over doctor's rape-murder

<p>A video of an elderly man dressed in saffron braving water cannons by the police in the Indian city of&nbsp;Kolkata&nbsp;has gone viral on social media. The video was reportedly taken amid the chaos in Kolkata during&nbsp;the ‘Nabanna Abhijan’ rally. The rally was organised to seek justice for the rape and murder of a 31-year-old&nbsp;doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The elderly man is seen waving the tricolour, standing strong despite the police’s efforts to disperse the agitated crowd protesting in the ‘Nabanna Abhijan’ rally. He has been dubbed&nbsp;a&nbsp;hero of the protests against the government in West Bengal. The video is widely shared by the political leaders and supporters of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/kolkata-doctor-rape-murder-case-cbi-conducts-polygraph-test-on-asi-anup-dutta-who-is-he-754028">Kolkata doctor rape-murder case: CBI conducts polygraph test on ASI Anup Dutta. Who is he?</a></strong></p>

<p>The incident is from the ‘Nabanna Abhijan’ rally organised by the Paschim Banga Chatra Samaj, demanding justice for the Kolkata rape and murder victim. The BJP West Bengal shared the video on their X (formerly Twitter) account with the caption in Bangla saying, “8-80 is standing like this in front of the ruler demanding justice, resign if you are ashamed.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>Many BJP leaders and activists widely shared the video of the man waving the national flag amid chaos and a massive crowd.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>IT cell head of BJP, Amit Malviya, also shared the video on X stating, “The man, waving a national flag, on the iconic Howrah bridge, amidst blazing water cannon, is the ultimate symbol of defiance against an oppressive Mamata Banerjee regime.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>In response to the violence at the rally Tuesday, BJP called a 12-hour-Bengal Bandh on Wednesday (Aug 28), which started at 6:00 am (local time). The police used water cannons to disperse the agitated crowd at Santragachi in Howrah.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mamata-banerjee-salutes-west-bengal-police-after-teargas-fired-on-protesters-753992">CM Mamata Banerjee salutes West Bengal police after teargas use on protesters</a></strong></p>

<p>Reacting to the video, BJP leader Locket Chatterjee took to X and said that the man is defining his steadfast determination against the government led by West Bengal Chief Minister&nbsp;Mamta Banerjee.</p>

<p>Chatterjee&nbsp;wrote,&nbsp;“End anarchy, end fascism. We all demand the end of TMC's tyranny. With the Tiranga in hand amid blasting water cannons, this man is defining his steadfast determination against the oppression of @MamataOfficial. I stand by him, the people of the state stand by him and the entire country is standing by him.”&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A video of an elderly man dressed in saffron braving water cannons by the police in the Indian city of Kolkata has gone viral on social media. The video was reportedly taken amid the chaos in Kolkata during the ‘Nabanna Abhijan’ rally.

A video of an elderly man dressed in saffron braving water cannons by the police in the Indian city of Kolkata has gone viral on social media. The video was reportedly taken amid the chaos in Kolkata during the ‘Nabanna Abhijan’ rally. The rally was organised to seek justice for the rape and murder of a 31-year-old doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. The elderly man is seen waving the tricolour, standing strong despite the police’s efforts to disperse the agitated crowd protesting in the ‘Nabanna Abhijan’ rally. He has been dubbed a hero of the protests against the government in West Bengal. The video is widely shared by the political leaders and supporters of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Also Read | Kolkata doctor rape-murder case: CBI conducts polygraph test on ASI Anup Dutta. Who is he? The incident is from the ‘Nabanna Abhijan’ rally organised by the Paschim Banga Chatra Samaj, demanding justice for the Kolkata rape and murder victim. The BJP West Bengal shared the video on their X (formerly Twitter) account with the caption in Bangla saying, “8-80 is standing like this in front of the ruler demanding justice, resign if you are ashamed.” Many BJP leaders and activists widely shared the video of the man waving the national flag amid chaos and a massive crowd. ৮-৮০ বিচারের দাবিতে শাসকের সামনে এভাবেই রুখে দাঁড়াচ্ছে, লজ্জা থাকলে পদত্যাগ করুন। #NabannoCholo pic.twitter.com/kPBWBgLV0H — BJP West Bengal (@BJP4Bengal) August 27, 2024 × IT cell head of BJP, Amit Malviya, also shared the video on X stating, “The man, waving a national flag, on the iconic Howrah bridge, amidst blazing water cannon, is the ultimate symbol of defiance against an oppressive Mamata Banerjee regime.” In response to the violence at the rally Tuesday, BJP called a 12-hour-Bengal Bandh on Wednesday (Aug 28), which started at 6:00 am (local time). The police used water cannons to disperse the agitated crowd at Santragachi in Howrah. Also Read | CM Mamata Banerjee salutes West Bengal police after teargas use on protesters Reacting to the video, BJP leader Locket Chatterjee took to X and said that the man is defining his steadfast determination against the government led by West Bengal Chief Minister Mamta Banerjee. Chatterjee wrote, “End anarchy, end fascism. We all demand the end of TMC's tyranny. With the Tiranga in hand amid blasting water cannons, this man is defining his steadfast determination against the oppression of @MamataOfficial. I stand by him, the people of the state stand by him and the entire country is standing by him.” (With inputs from agencies)

Watch: Elderly man braves water cannons at Kolkata’s 'Nabanna Abhijan' rally

CM Mamata Banerjee demanded capital punishment for the accused in the wake of the gruesome rape and murder of a female doctor in India's east Indian state of West Bengal. While addressing her supporters and party workers on Wednesday (Aug 28), she called for a protest on Sep 6 to demand justice for the 31-year-old rape victim and asked all student and political leaders from her party, Trinamool Congress, to join the demonstrations. Watch in for more details!

Kolkata Protests: CM Mamata Banerjee Calls for Capital Punishment of Accused in rape-murder Case

BJP leaders claim assassination bid by Trinamool workers

In response to the RG Kar rape-murder incident, widespread protests have erupted as people from various walks of life have taken to the streets in Kolkata and across the country. And now, National Award-winning singer Arijit Singh has added his voice to the movement with the Bengali song 'Aar Kobe'.

Kolkata rape-murder case: Singer Arijit Singh scripts protest song

Student organisations have called for a March to Secretariat (Nabanna Abhijan) in West Bengal on Tuesday in protest against the rape and murder of the junior doctor at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College and Hospital.

Kolkata Rape-Murder Case: Student organisations call for a protest march to Secretariat in Kolkata

Police fire tear gas shells, water cannons as protests over doctor’s rape turn violent. Watch in for more details!

Kolkata Protest: Police fire teargas at hundreds protesting over Kolkata doctor's rape, murder

Kolkata Protests: Outrage grows over RG Kar College trainee doctor rape & murder

<p>In a new revelation in the horrific Kolkata murder-rape case, the bike used by the main accused Sanjay Roy, was registered in the name of Kolkata's Commissioner of Police, Indian news media, India Today reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, following the report, Kolkata Police clarified and said that all official vehicles are registered in the name of the Police Commissioner.&nbsp;</p>

<p>They further said that some individuals on social media are attempting to "create confusion" around this.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"All government vehicles belonging to Kolkata Police are officially registered under the Commissioner of Police before being assigned to various units," the police stated on X.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Notably, this was the same bike that Roy, who worked as a civic volunteer with Kolkata police, had used to visit the red light areas in north and south Kolkata on the day of the incident. Before reaching the hospital and committing the horrible crime, Roy rode the bike for around 15 kilometres in a drunken state.</p>

<p>Moreover, CBI sources said that Roy's access to Kolkata Police as a civic volunteer made him feel "invincible". The investigation agency is looking into a larger aspect in connection with the case.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/kolkata-rape-murder-case-cm-mamata-banerjee-faces-resignation-calls-tmc-slams-patriarchal-demands-753408"><strong>Also read | Kolkata rape-murder case: CM Mamata Banerjee faces resignation calls; TMC slams ‘patriarchal’ demand</strong></a></p>

<p>Sanjay Roy was arrested on August 10, a day after the body of the trainee doctor was found inside the seminar hall of RG Kar Hospital. He is currently in jail and will remain in custody till September 6.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>ED files money laundering case, probes on alleged 'financial irregularities' at RG Kar Hospital</strong></h2>

<p>The Enforcement Directorate has filed a money laundering case to probe alleged financial irregularities at the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital during the period of its former principal Sandip Ghosh and others, the official sources said.</p>

<p>The ED has taken cognisance of a CBI FIR to file its Enforcement Case Information Report (ECIR), which equals to an FIR, under various sections of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch | Kolkata Rape-Murder Case: Student organisations' protest march to Secretariat</strong></p>

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<p>People who have been named in the CBI complaint are the ones accused in the ED Case as well, the sources said. The agency may soon issue summons to the accused for questioning and recording the statements.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Moreover, the CBI has booked Ghosh and three Kolkata-based private entities, including, Ma Tara Traders of Madhya &nbsp;Jhorehat, Banipur, Howrah; Eshan Cafe of 4/1, Belgachia and Khama Louha.</p>

<p>Earlier on Sunday, the CBI raided the premises of Ghosh, ex-medical superintendent Sanjay Vashisth and 13 others in and around Kolkata in connection with alleged financial irregularities at the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital.&nbsp;</p>

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In a new revelation in the horrific Kolkata murder-rape case, the bike used by the main accused Sanjay Roy, was registered in the name of Kolkata's Commissioner of Police, Indian news media, India Today reported.

In a new revelation in the horrific Kolkata murder-rape case, the bike used by the main accused Sanjay Roy, was registered in the name of Kolkata's Commissioner of Police, Indian news media, India Today reported. However, following the report, Kolkata Police clarified and said that all official vehicles are registered in the name of the Police Commissioner. They further said that some individuals on social media are attempting to "create confusion" around this. "All government vehicles belonging to Kolkata Police are officially registered under the Commissioner of Police before being assigned to various units," the police stated on X. pic.twitter.com/BcUEQ3U8wC — Kolkata Police (@KolkataPolice) August 27, 2024 × Notably, this was the same bike that Roy, who worked as a civic volunteer with Kolkata police, had used to visit the red light areas in north and south Kolkata on the day of the incident. Before reaching the hospital and committing the horrible crime, Roy rode the bike for around 15 kilometres in a drunken state. Moreover, CBI sources said that Roy's access to Kolkata Police as a civic volunteer made him feel "invincible". The investigation agency is looking into a larger aspect in connection with the case. Also read | Kolkata rape-murder case: CM Mamata Banerjee faces resignation calls; TMC slams ‘patriarchal’ demand Sanjay Roy was arrested on August 10, a day after the body of the trainee doctor was found inside the seminar hall of RG Kar Hospital. He is currently in jail and will remain in custody till September 6. ED files money laundering case, probes on alleged 'financial irregularities' at RG Kar Hospital The Enforcement Directorate has filed a money laundering case to probe alleged financial irregularities at the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital during the period of its former principal Sandip Ghosh and others, the official sources said. The ED has taken cognisance of a CBI FIR to file its Enforcement Case Information Report (ECIR), which equals to an FIR, under various sections of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). Watch | Kolkata Rape-Murder Case: Student organisations' protest march to Secretariat × People who have been named in the CBI complaint are the ones accused in the ED Case as well, the sources said. The agency may soon issue summons to the accused for questioning and recording the statements. Moreover, the CBI has booked Ghosh and three Kolkata-based private entities, including, Ma Tara Traders of Madhya Jhorehat, Banipur, Howrah; Eshan Cafe of 4/1, Belgachia and Khama Louha. Earlier on Sunday, the CBI raided the premises of Ghosh, ex-medical superintendent Sanjay Vashisth and 13 others in and around Kolkata in connection with alleged financial irregularities at the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. (With inputs from agencies)

Kolkata rape-murder: Accused Sanjay Roy used bike registered in top cop's name; police explain why

<p>Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee, on Tuesday, stressed that the conviction rate for rape cases in India stands at 26 per cent, further demanding a stringent "anti-rape law" that ensures trials and convictions within 50 days.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Weeks after the horrific Kolkata murder-rape case, Banerjee shared a chart on X, highlighting the cases of rape and atrocities against women in the last 15 days after the RG Kar Hospital incident.&nbsp;</p>

<p>TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee stated, "This collage stands as a stark reminder of the state of affairs in India over the last 15 days as the nation fights for justice against rape. The answer is clear: a stringent anti-rape law that ensures trials and convictions within 50 days, followed by immediate and harsh punishment. The shocking truth is that the conviction rate for rape cases in India is a dismal 26 per cent. This translates to only 26 convictions out of every 100 reported cases, while 74 offenders escape unpunished."</p>

<p>"If we are to deliver justice to the victims of this appalling crime, it is imperative that we demand a time-bound anti-rape law from our state and union government," he added.</p>

<p>This comes as West Bengal's Mamata Banerjee's government faces severe criticism over the delay in providing justice to the trainee doctor, who was brutally murdered and lost her life earlier this month.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Banerjee further said that anything else is futile, merely symbolic and ultimately ineffective.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Banerjee's reaction comes as the protesters in Kolkata are on the streets, demanding justice and demonstrating against delayed justice, since the brutal rape and murder of a trainee doctor at the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As the protest rages, the West Bengal police have tightened security around the West Bengal state secretariat "Nabanna". The police have further deployed water cannons, and Riot Control Force in the area while containers were placed to block the roads.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/massive-police-deployed-ahead-of-students-nabanna-protest-march-in-kolkata-753531"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Massive police deployed ahead of students ‘Nabanna’ protest march in Kolkata</strong></a></p>

<h2><strong>What happened on August 9?</strong></h2>

<p>The trainee doctor at the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital was found dead in the seminar hall of the hospital on August 9. After a 36-hour long shift, she had gone there to sleep. During that time, she was brutally raped and murdered.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Kolkata Rape-Murder Case: Student organisations' protest march to Secretariat</strong></p>

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<p>According to her autopsy, 25 internal and external injuries were reported. Sanjay Roy, the main accused in the case, was seen in the CCTV footage in the corridor around the time of the incident.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Roy also molested another woman in the city's street before committing the crime at RG Kar Medical Hospital, as per some reports.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee, on Tuesday, stressed that the conviction rate for rape cases in India stands at 26 per cent, further demanding a stringent "anti-rape law" that ensures trials and convictions within 50 days.

Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee, on Tuesday, stressed that the conviction rate for rape cases in India stands at 26 per cent, further demanding a stringent "anti-rape law" that ensures trials and convictions within 50 days. Weeks after the horrific Kolkata murder-rape case, Banerjee shared a chart on X, highlighting the cases of rape and atrocities against women in the last 15 days after the RG Kar Hospital incident. TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee stated, "This collage stands as a stark reminder of the state of affairs in India over the last 15 days as the nation fights for justice against rape. The answer is clear: a stringent anti-rape law that ensures trials and convictions within 50 days, followed by immediate and harsh punishment. The shocking truth is that the conviction rate for rape cases in India is a dismal 26 per cent. This translates to only 26 convictions out of every 100 reported cases, while 74 offenders escape unpunished." "If we are to deliver justice to the victims of this appalling crime, it is imperative that we demand a time-bound anti-rape law from our state and union government," he added. This comes as West Bengal's Mamata Banerjee's government faces severe criticism over the delay in providing justice to the trainee doctor, who was brutally murdered and lost her life earlier this month. Banerjee further said that anything else is futile, merely symbolic and ultimately ineffective. This collage stands as a STARK REMINDER of the STATE OF AFFAIRS IN INDIA OVER THE LAST 15 DAYS, as the nation fights for JUSTICE AGAINST RAPE. The ANSWER is clear: A stringent ANTI RAPE LAW that ensures TRIALS AND CONVICTIONS WITHIN 50 DAYS, followed by immediate and harsh… pic.twitter.com/QnkaSuIpOr — Abhishek Banerjee (@abhishekaitc) August 27, 2024 × Banerjee's reaction comes as the protesters in Kolkata are on the streets, demanding justice and demonstrating against delayed justice, since the brutal rape and murder of a trainee doctor at the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. As the protest rages, the West Bengal police have tightened security around the West Bengal state secretariat "Nabanna". The police have further deployed water cannons, and Riot Control Force in the area while containers were placed to block the roads. Also read: Massive police deployed ahead of students ‘Nabanna’ protest march in Kolkata What happened on August 9? The trainee doctor at the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital was found dead in the seminar hall of the hospital on August 9. After a 36-hour long shift, she had gone there to sleep. During that time, she was brutally raped and murdered. Watch | Kolkata Rape-Murder Case: Student organisations' protest march to Secretariat × According to her autopsy, 25 internal and external injuries were reported. Sanjay Roy, the main accused in the case, was seen in the CCTV footage in the corridor around the time of the incident. Roy also molested another woman in the city's street before committing the crime at RG Kar Medical Hospital, as per some reports. (With inputs from agencies)

Kolkata rape-murder case: TMC's Abhishek Banerjee demands anti-rape law

The 'March to Nabanna' protest aims to demand the resignation of CM Mamata Banerjee and the arrest of those implicated in the alleged rape-murder of the trainee doctor at R G Kar Hospital. Students from the Paschim Banga Chhatra Samaj are marching from College Square in Kolkata towards the state secretariat "Nabanna" this afternoon. Watch in for more details!

Kolkata Protest: Students hold Nabanna march over RG Kar Medical College & Hospital Rape-Murder case

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