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BJP leaders meet Bengal governor, demand President's rule
A BJP delegation led by state chief Sukanta Majumdar met governor CV Ananda Bose, demanding President's Rule in Bengal. The BJP also began a dharna related to RG Kar Medical College after securing court permission. Meanwhile, Congress and other groups organized rallies in Kolkata, and junior doctors continued their protest over the hospital issues.
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Kolkata rape-murder: CBI starts polygraph test on Kolkata Police ASI
The CBI has initiated a polygraph test on Kolkata Police ASI Anup Dutta to investigate his alleged connections with Sanjay Roy, accused in the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College. This follows permission from a Kolkata court and Dutta's prior questioning by the agency.
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Kolkata doctor rape and murder: CBI seeks polygraph test of city police ASI
The CBI seeks permission for a polygraph test on Kolkata police assistant sub-inspector Anup Dutta, suspected of aiding accused Sanjay Roy in the rape and murder of a trainee doctor. Dutta allegedly provided favors to Roy and the CBI is investigating if he was involved in covering up the crime. The agency also conducted polygraph tests on the former principal of RG Kar medical college, Sandip Ghosh, using new technology to detect stress and cognitive cues in voice properties.
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Nabanna Abhijan Protest: From water cannons to barricades, Kolkata police puts in high-security ring around secretariat
Nabanna Abhijan News: The West Bengal police have increased security around the state secretariat, Nabanna, ahead of the Nabanna Abhijan Rally scheduled for Tuesday. The rally aims to protest the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital rape-murder case. Police have deployed vajra vehicles, water cannons, and Riot Control Force in the area, with containers placed to block roads.
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Kolkata murder-rape case: Main accused gave 'false and unconvincing' answers to CBI's polygraph test
CBI’s investigation into the Kolkata rape-murder case involved a polygraph test on suspect Sanjay Roy, which revealed unconvincing answers. Additional tests were conducted on former RG Kar Medical College principal Sandip Ghosh. The case involves the rape-murder of a woman doctor, prompting widespread protests and thorough searches and interrogations by CBI.
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CBI conducts second round of polygraph tests on RG Kar hospital ex-principal, others
According to an officer, over the last 10 days, Ghosh provided inconsistent answers during questioning, prompting officers to conduct another round of polygraph tests. The CBI initially conducted the lie-detection tests on Ghosh and five others on Saturday, followed by a test on arrested accused Sanjay Roy at the Presidency Correctional Home on Sunday.
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Kolkata doctor rape-murder case: Prime accused Sanjay Roy undergoing lie detection test at Presidency Jail
Sanjay Roy, the main suspect in the alleged rape and murder of an RG Kar Medical College trainee doctor, is undergoing a lie detection test at Kolkata's Presidency Jail. Two other individuals are scheduled for testing at the CBI office in Kolkata. Four people, including former principal Sandip Ghosh, had polygraph tests on Saturday.
RG kar 'irregularities' probe transferred to CBI, rape accused sent to 14 days' judicial custody
The Calcutta High Court ordered the CBI to probe alleged financial irregularities at RG Kar Medical College under former principal Sandip Ghosh. The SIT is to hand over all investigative materials to the CBI by tomorrow. Additionally, Sanjay Roy has been placed in judicial custody in a separate case at the same hospital.
Wasn't taken to hospital for nine months though left side of my body got paralysed, says ex-DU Prof Saibaba
Ex-Delhi University professor G N Saibaba disclosed that he was deprived of necessary medical care while incarcerated in Nagpur Central Jail for nine months, leading to paralysis. Arrested in 2014 for alleged Maoist ties, he was later acquitted as the prosecution couldn't substantiate the charges. Saibaba has recounted his harrowing experience after release.
Kolkata doctor rape-murder case: CBI gets court nod for polygraph test on RG Kar ex-principal, say sources
The Central Bureau of Investigation has requested court permission to conduct a polygraph test on Dr. Sandip Ghosh, former Principal of RG Kar Medical College, following the rape and murder of a woman doctor. Ghosh resigned shortly after the incident, and discrepancies in his responses to investigators have prompted further verification using the test.
Kolkata Doctor Rape Case: SC questions Bengal police 'shocking' actions. Here are some 'extremely disturbing' observations
The Supreme Court criticized the procedures followed by the Kolkata Police in the investigation of a trainee doctor's rape and murder, calling them improper. Delays in registering the unnatural death and timing discrepancies were highlighted. The court also raised concerns about resident doctors' long working hours, suggesting a review to streamline their schedules.
Kolkata doctor rape-murder case: SC flags discrepancies in state govt's status report over postmortem
Kolkata doctor rape-murder case SC hearing: The Supreme Court has started hearing a suo motu case concerning the rape and murder of a postgraduate medic at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata. The case is being reviewed by a bench including Chief Justice DY Chandrachud and justices J B Pardiwala and Manoj Misra.
Akola school sexual abuse case: School teacher arrested for molesting, showing porn to six girls
A school teacher in Akola, Maharashtra, was arrested for molesting six class 8 girls over a period of four months. Pramod Manohar Sardar was detained after complaints were lodged. This arrest comes on the heels of another troubling incident in Badlapur, contributing to growing national protests against sexual violence.
SC flays Bengal Police, objects to publication of victim's name
West Bengal government's counsel said a case of unnatural death was immediately registered after the incident was reported. The bench retorted: "A UD is not an FIR. It is only a report." SC was informed that the FIR was registered at 11:45 pm. "The autopsy would reveal that she has been murdered. Nobody in the hospital registers FIR. What were the hospital authorities and principal and vice principal doing," SC said.
Kolkata medic murder: Delhi's RML Hospital ends strike; doctors' body welcomes SC intervention
RML Hospital ended its nine-day strike concerning the alleged rape and murder of a Kolkata medic after the Centre agreed to enhance security measures within 45 days. The Supreme Court created a task force to formulate a national protocol for doctors' safety. Duties resumed without salary deductions amid continued advocacy for justice.
Kolkata Doctor Rape Case: SC starts hearing but the apex court has a grim record of sou moto hearings
Kolkata Doctor Rape and Murder Case: In 2024, the Supreme Court has used suo motu powers a record 10 times, tackling various issues like a judge's contentious order and a tragic murder case. Many cases remain unresolved, such as those involving Chhattisgarh's remission policy and the termination of several women judicial officers in Madhya Pradesh.
RG Kar rape and murder case: CBI continues its investigation
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) continued its probe into the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College in Kolkata. The West Bengal government has formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to look into financial irregularities at the hospital. Prominent artists protested, demanding justice and severe punishment for the accused.
Kolkata medic rape-murder: Amid national uproar, CBI gets nod to conduct polygraph test on arrested accused
The Calcutta High Court allowed the CBI to perform a lie detector test on the suspect in the RG Kar Hospital rape and murder case. FAIMA declared continued protests following an unfruitful discussion with the Health Ministry. The protests are in support of the junior doctor killed during a 36-hour duty shift.
Kolkata hospital vandalism row: HC says law and order situation has failed
The Calcutta High Court's Chief Justice TS Sivagnanam highlighted a significant concern over law and order in West Bengal while hearing a case about vandalism at RG Kar Medical College & Hospital that took place on August 14. This incident resulted in injuries to the police, which brought the issue to the court's attention on Friday.
Kolkata doctor rape-murder case: Police hands over evidence, accused to CBI
The team, comprising around two dozen CBI officials headed by an additional director, also includes a joint director rank officer. The team is expected to stay in Kolkata until the investigation is complete. A team of five CFSL experts, accompanied by a team of doctors from AIIMS, also visited the crime scene and collected evidence.
Kolkata doctor murder case: Why was murder case not lodged at outset, Calcutta High Court asks Bengal govt
Kolkata doctor murder and rape case: The Calcutta High Court questioned why a murder case was not initially registered in the alleged rape and murder of a woman doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. An unnatural death case was initiated instead. Chief Justice T S Sivagnanam challenged the West Bengal government lawyer's claim that no immediate complaint of murder was made, suggesting hospital staff could have filed a complaint. The court addressed the ongoing protests by junior doctors and interns demanding better protection for hospital staff following the gruesome incident.
Doctor's rape-murder: Calcutta High Court asks Bengal govt to produce case diary
The Calcutta High Court has asked the West Bengal government to present the case diary on the alleged rape and murder of a postgraduate trainee at RG Kar Medical College. The court found gaps in the investigation and questioned the reinstatement of the principal. A civic volunteer was arrested in the case.
How to get relief from unexpectedly high medical bills in US
Unexpected medical bills are a common issue in the US, affecting one in five Americans. Strategies to mitigate these costs include applying for charity care, invoking the No Surprises Act, and requesting itemized bills to identify errors. Persistence in these approaches can lead to significant financial relief.
NEET 2024 paper leak case: SC maintains 'no retest' judgment; whips NTA and says avoid 'flip-flops' to serve students' interests
NEET 2024 paper leak: The Supreme Court ruled there was no widespread breach in NEET-UG 2024 but criticized the National Testing Agency for inconsistencies. The leak was confined to Patna and Hazaribagh. The court recommended improved cybersecurity and identity checks. No retest will be conducted, affecting the 24 lakh students who appeared for the exam.
Delhi HC permits woman to medically terminate 32-week pregnancy
The Delhi High Court has permitted a 31-year-old woman to terminate her pregnancy of over 32 weeks due to significant foetal abnormalities posing risks of severe physical and mental handicaps. Justice Sanjeev Narula, citing an AIIMS medical report, ruled the abortion was in the best interests of both the woman and the foetus, emphasizing the mother's health and the foetus's severe condition.
Court allows Arvind Kejriwal's wife access to his medical records, permits her to seek doctors' advice
A Delhi court has granted Sunita Kejriwal, the wife of jailed Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, access to his medical records and allowed her to independently consult with doctors on his behalf. However, the court rejected Kejriwal's application for permission to be his attendant during consultations with doctors. The court ruled that permission was granted only when the prisoner is admitted in hospital.
US Supreme Court ruling on emergency abortions offers no clarity for states
The U.S. Supreme Court's decision on Thursday temporarily permits abortions for women facing medical emergencies in Idaho, even though the state enforces a near-total ban on the procedure. Despite this ruling, legal experts believe it fails to clear up the widespread confusion over when emergency abortions are permissible in many states.
Land for jobs 'scam': Delhi HC directs medical evaluation of Lalu's aide Amit Katyal
The High Court emphasised that the right of health of an individual, being a facet of right to life under Article 21, cannot be abridged without due process of law in a mechanical manner and an individual can be released on an interim bail when specialized treatment and care, which cannot be provided in jail, is necessary.
SC rejects plea seeking permission to terminate over 25-week pregnancy
The Supreme Court rejected a woman's plea to terminate her over 25-week pregnancy. It cited a report from AIIMS to deny permission but refused to make the reasons pubic to maintain privacy. The woman discovered the pregnancy late and faced financial constraints. Termination is allowed only in cases of substantial foetal abnormality or to save the woman's life as per the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act.
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