Kolkata Doctor Rape Case Highlights: CISF asked to take over security of RG Kar; Vivek Agnihotri, Sourav Ganguly's family join protest

Kolkata Doctor Rape Case Highlights: Indian cricketer Sourav Ganguly's daughter participates in protest

"We want justice, whatever it takes to get it," says Sana Ganguly, daughter of former Indian cricketer Sourav Ganguly, as she participates in candlelight protest along with her mother Dona Ganguly

Kolkata Doctor Rape Case LIVE: 'Sandip Ghosh has a very big nexus which I want to expose', says ex-deputy superintendent

On former principal of RG Kar Dr Sandip Ghosh, Akhtar Ali, ex-deputy superintendent, said that he filed a case in the High Court, a criminal case. The case has been registered and its admission hearing is tomorrow. "Sandip Ghosh has a very big nexus which I want to expose. There are many scams like biomedical waste, dead bodies, failing students, taking money from them and giving illegal stall kiosks, unnecessary tenders etc. So there are many such regulations and dead body is also one of them," he said.

Kolkata Doctor Rape Case LIVE: BJP MP Manoj Tiwari requests protesting doctors to return to work

On the Kolkata rape and murder case, BJP MP Manoj Tiwari said, "The horrific incident that happened with the doctor of Kolkata's RG Kar Hospital, everyone is deeply saddened after this, the level of grief cannot be expressed in words. I would request the doctors that they should return to work."

Kolkata Doctor Rape Case LIVE: We have to make Bengal great again, says Vivek Agnihotri

In Bengal, communal, political, electoral violence should end and it needs to be made great again, said film director Vivek Agnihotri. That is possible only if the current political system is completely changed, he added.

"This government has completely failed. We have to make Bengal great again if we want India to succeed," he added.

Kolkata Doctor Rape Case LIVE: CISF asked to take over security of RG Kar hospital

On August 21, the union government asked the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) to take over the security of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in West Bengal's Kolkata.

The directions from the Ministry of Home Affairs came on the directions of the Supreme Court.

Kolkata Doctor Rape Case LIVE: Strict action should be taken against the culprits, says Chhattisgarh Deputy CM

The incident at Kolkata medical college is very unfortunate, shameful and the role of the state government and chief minister Mamata Banerjee after that incident is condemnable, said Chhattisgarh Deputy CM Arun Sao. "A CBI inquiry has been ordered. Strict action should be taken against the culprits," he added.

Kolkata Doctor Rape Case LIVE: ABVP members hold protest over incident

On August 21, members of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) held protest over the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital rape-murder case.

Kolkata Doctor Rape Case LIVE: D Raja seeks laws to provide security to medical personnel

General Secretary of CPI (M) D Raja on Wednesday said that there is agitation going on in the state of West Bengal. The state government has completely failed, he said, targetting CM Mamata Banerjee over the Kolkata rape and murder case. "Why union government is not taking any steps to bring laws to provide security to medical personnel? This is not a new demand. This demand has been there for a long time. Why union government is not agreeing?" he stated.

Kolkata Doctor Rape Case LIVE: Suvendu Adhikari questions Mamata Banerjee's credibility, seeks her resignation

Suvendu Adhikari, the Leader of the Opposition in the West Bengal legislative assembly, has sought chief minister Mamata Banerjee's resignation over the tragic incident. "We want the resignation of Mamata Banerjee. She should quit, she has lost her credibility," the BJP leader said.

Kolkata Doctor Rape Case LIVE: Congress workers detained during protest 

Congress workers in Kolkata staged a protest demanding justice for the junior doctor who was brutally raped and murdered at R G Kar Medical College and Hospital. The demonstration, held to express outrage over the incident, saw the participation of several party members. However, the protest was met with police intervention, leading to the detention of many participants as tensions continue to rise over the tragic event.

Kolkata Doctor Rape Case LIVE: Doctors continue protests as they demand justice in Kolkata rape-murder case

Doctors in Kolkata are persistently protesting the rape and murder of a junior doctor at R G Kar Medical College and Hospital. Joined by medical professionals from the National Institute of Homeopathy, they are demanding justice for the second-year postgraduate student who was assaulted and killed on August 9. The protests intensified after the Supreme Court formed a National Task Force to address violence against medical professionals, with the Resident Doctors' Association of AIIMS, New Delhi, expressing gratitude for this critical step towards ensuring safety in the workplace.

Kolkata Doctor Rape Case LIVE: Doctors protest at Jantar Mantar for justice in Kolkata rape-murder case

Doctors gathered at Jantar Mantar in Delhi to protest and demand justice in the tragic rape and murder case at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata. The protest, reflecting widespread outrage within the medical community, sought accountability and safety for healthcare professionals across the country.

Kolkata Doctor Rape Case LIVE: AIIMS director urges resident doctors to return to duties

The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, on Wednesday requested resident doctors to immediately resume their duties. This appeal comes as part of efforts to restore normal patient care services at the institute, following disruptions.

Kolkata Doctor Rape Case LIVE: Ghosh’s answers change in every round of CBI questioning: Reports

Former RG Kar Hospital Principal Sandip Ghosh has reportedly faltered during multiple rounds of questioning by the CBI, as his answers continue to change. The CBI, which is investigating the alleged rape and murder of a trainee doctor, is trying to establish the sequence of events following the discovery of the crime. Ghosh, under sustained interrogation, is being asked to clarify his role and actions after the incident, as well as his involvement in alleged financial irregularities at the institution. The investigation is ongoing, with the CBI scrutinizing call records and other evidence related to Ghosh .

Kolkata Doctor Rape Case LIVE: Calcutta High Court adjourns PIL hearing in Kolkata doctor rape-murder case till September 4

The Calcutta High Court has adjourned the joint hearing of multiple Public Interest Litigations (PILs) related to the alleged rape and murder of a doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital until September 4. The decision was made on Wednesday after noting that the Supreme Court is already handling the matter.

In response to nationwide protests, the Supreme Court constituted a 10-member National Task Force (NTF) to develop protocols for the safety and security of doctors. The SC has also directed the CBI and the West Bengal government to submit status reports on their investigations into the alleged crime and the subsequent vandalism at the hospital by August 22.

The High Court division bench, led by Chief Justice T S Sivagnanam, emphasized the need to protect the victim's identity, reiterating its earlier request to refrain from sharing the name and photograph of the victim on social media. The hearing was postponed following the Apex Court's broader involvement in the case, covering issues also raised in the 14 PILs before the High Court.

Kolkata doctor rape and murder case: AAP Women Wing stages protest at Rajghat in Delhi

Members of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Women Wing staged a protest at Rajghat in Delhi, demanding justice for the victim in the Kolkata doctor rape and murder case. The protest is part of the nationwide outcry following the tragic incident.

Kolkata Rape and Murder Case LIVE: Massive rally of doctors hits the streets

Former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly is set to join the doctors' protests on Wednesday in response to the shocking rape and murder of a postgraduate trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. Ganguly, who had previously called for a swift investigation into the case, expressed concern over the rising frequency of such incidents in the country. He will be accompanied by his wife, Dona Ganguly, as they march together to demand justice for the victim.

Kolkata Rape and Murder Case LIVE: Doctors continue to protest in West Bengal

Healthcare services at state-run hospitals in West Bengal remained disrupted on Wednesday as junior doctors continued their strike for the 13th consecutive day in response to the Kolkata doctor rape case. Outpatient departments and non-emergency units were severely affected, with long queues of patients seen outside hospital ticket counters.

A junior doctor stated, "Our stir will continue until justice is served for our sister. We understand the difficulties patients are facing, but our demands are justified."

Kolkata Rape and Murder Case LIVE: Resident doctors to protest at Jantar Mantar on day 10 of strike

Resident doctors are set to protest at Jantar Mantar in Delhi on Wednesday, marking the 10th day of their indefinite strike. The demonstration is in response to the alleged rape and murder of a medic at a Kolkata hospital. The strike has led to the suspension of elective services at several government hospitals across the city.

Hospitals including AIIMS, GTB, Lady Hardinge Medical College & Associated Hospitals, and Maulana Azad Medical College have encouraged participation in the silent protest. Following the Supreme Court hearing on Tuesday, RML Hospital, managed by the central government, ended its strike. The Ministry of Health and the Medical Superintendent's office have committed to implementing all necessary security measures within 45 days.

Kolkata Rape and Murder Case LIVE: Actor and former TMC MP Mimi Chakraborty receives rape threats

Mimi Chakraborty, actress and former Trinamool Congress MP, has reported receiving rape threats and explicit messages after her posts about the Kolkata rape-murder case. She has tagged the Kolkata Police's cyber cell in her statements seeking assistance.

Kolkata Rape and Murder Case LIVE: Former RG Kar Deputy Superintendent accuses ex-principal of bribery, biomedical waste trafficking, and student extortion

Akhtar Ali, the former Deputy Superintendent of RG Kar Medical College, has made serious allegations against Dr. Sandip Ghosh, the college's former principal. Ali accuses Ghosh of engaging in extensive corruption, including demanding bribes for tenders, trafficking biomedical waste to Bangladesh, and extorting money from students to pass their exams.

Ali reported these issues to the Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau but claims that no action was taken against Ghosh. Instead, Ali asserts that he was targeted and transferred as a result of his whistleblowing.

Kolkata Doctor Case Live: AIIMS Delhi to provide OPD services at Jantar Mantar

The Resident Doctors’ Association of AIIMS has announced that despite continuing their strike over the RG Kar rape and murder case, they will offer OPD services from Jantar Mantar starting at 11 am.

Kolkata Rape and Murder Case LIVE: No lawyer willing to represent accused

The polygraph test for Sanjay Roy, the primary suspect in the RG Kar rape and murder case, remains unresolved due to his pending consent. With no attorney from the bar willing to take on his case, a legal aid lawyer has been appointed to represent him.

Kolkata Doctor Rape Case LIVE: Sandip Ghosh arrives at CBI office for questioning

Former RG Kar Medical College principal Sandip Ghosh has arrived at the CBI office for questioning. His visit is part of the ongoing investigation into the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at the hospital.

Kolkata Doctor Rape Case LIVE: Bollywood director Vivek Agnihotri to join protest rally

Bollywood director Vivek Agnihotri will participate in the rally today at 3 pm, joining the protest against the alleged rape and murder of a woman doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. His involvement is expected to draw further attention to the case.

Kolkata Doctor Rape Case LIVE: Mass rally to be organized demanding justice for Kolkata doctor

Protesters are set to hold a mass rally today at 11 am, marching from RG Kar Hospital to Swastha Bhaban. The rally aims to demand justice for the victim of the recent rape and murder case.

Kolkata Doctor Rape Case LIVE: Police summons ex-principal Sandip Ghosh in corruption case

The Kolkata Police has summoned Sandip Ghosh, the former principal of RG Kar Medical College, in relation to a corruption investigation. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has not yet cleared Ghosh and is expected to continue its interrogation of him as part of the ongoing probe into alleged financial irregularities.

Kolkata Doctor Rape Case LIVE: CBI likely to conduct polygraph test on accused Sanjay Roy today

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is anticipated to take Sanjay Roy, the main accused in the Kolkata doctor rape-murder case, to court today for a polygraph test. This move is part of the ongoing investigation into the horrific crime.

Kolkata Doctor Rape Case LIVE: Sourav Ganguly to join Kolkata protests over doctor’s rape and murder

Former Indian cricketer Sourav Ganguly, who faced criticism for his earlier comments on the case, will join thousands of protestors in Kolkata on Wednesday to rally against the rape and murder of a trainee doctor. Ganguly is also scheduled to support his wife’s dance school protest later in the evening. His participation is expected to add significant visibility to the ongoing demonstrations demanding justice for the victim.

Kolkata Doctor Rape Case LIVE: Congress workers hold candlelight march in Siliguri demanding justice for Kolkata doctor

In response to the alleged rape and murder of a trainee doctor in Kolkata, Congress workers organized a candlelight march in Siliguri on Tuesday evening. The protest saw participation from a large number of people, including many young activists, who carried posters demanding justice for rape victims. The march was a show of solidarity and a call for swift action in the ongoing investigation.

Kolkata Doctor Rape Case LIVE: CBI debunks fake letter circulating online

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has issued an official statement debunking a fake letter circulating on social media regarding the Kolkata doctor rape-murder case. The fraudulent letter, purportedly from a Dr. Akash Nag, claimed to be the Deputy Inspector General (DIG) and Joint Director of the Crime Branch in Kolkata. It was allegedly addressed to the Union Home Secretary and falsely linked to the CBI's investigation into the tragic incident at RG Kar Hospital. The CBI clarified that the letter is entirely fake and urged the public not to be misled by such misinformation.

Kolkata Doctor Rape Case LIVE: West Bengal police lathi-charge ABVP activists during protest rally

On Tuesday, the West Bengal police conducted a "mild lathi-charge" and arrested over 20 activists from the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) following a scuffle during a protest march. The activists were marching towards the state health department headquarters, protesting against the alleged rape and murder of a junior doctor at RG Kar Hospital. The police intervened as tensions escalated, leading to the arrests.

Kolkata Doctor Rape Case LIVE: Deputy superintendent questioned in SIT probe against former RG Kar principal over corruption charges

Akhtar Ali, the deputy superintendent of Murshidabad Medical College and Hospital, was summoned by the state health department on Tuesday in connection with the Special Investigation Team's (SIT) probe into corruption allegations against Sandip Ghosh, the former principal of RG Kar Medical College. The Bengal government formed the SIT on Monday to investigate financial irregularities at the institution.

Ali, who had previously served as the deputy superintendent at RG Kar, had reported Ghosh's alleged corrupt activities to the state vigilance commission in 2023. His complaints included unauthorized leasing of government assets, nepotism in vendor selection, and the illegal recycling of medical waste by foreign nationals. Following these allegations, Kolkata police registered an FIR against Ghosh, believed to be based on Ali's detailed complaints.

Kolkata Doctor Rape Case LIVE: No relief for patients as doctors refuse to end strike; SC forms panel on medic safety

Junior doctors across various states continue their indefinite strike, severely impacting outpatient and elective services, following the alleged rape and murder of a doctor in Kolkata. Despite the Supreme Court's intervention, which led to the formation of a 10-member National Task Force (NTF) to establish safety protocols for healthcare professionals, doctors' associations have decided to persist with their protest, leaving patients without much-needed care.

Kolkata Doctor Rape Case LIVE: SC orders removal of media revealing identity of Kolkata doctor in RG Kar case; nationwide protests intensify

The Supreme Court has directed the removal of all media content revealing the identity of the 31-year-old doctor who was raped and murdered at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College. The court also instructed the CISF to provide security at the hospital and established a national task force for doctors' safety. The incident has triggered nationwide protests, with junior doctors in West Bengal continuing their strike, severely disrupting healthcare services. Football fans and medics alike have united in Kolkata, demanding justice and better workplace security.

Kolkata Doctor Rape Case LIVE: Doctors’ strike continues nationwide; SC forms panel on healthcare workers' safety

Junior doctors at government hospitals nationwide have extended their indefinite strike, severely disrupting services. Despite Supreme Court intervention, which led to the formation of a 10-member National Task Force to address safety concerns, the strike over the alleged rape and murder of a Kolkata medic remains in force.

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