TMC MLA Arundhati Maitra, known as Lovely Maitra, sparked outrage after calling doctors protesting the Kolkata rape-murder case ‘butchers’ for impacting healthcare for the poor. Her comments have drawn criticism from the BJP and legal action, with the TMC requesting she refrain from such statements in the future.
The former principal of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, Sandip Ghosh, has been arrested by the CBI for alleged financial misconduct and his potential involvement in the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at the hospital. The arrest comes after a 15-day investigation and protests by junior doctors demanding justice. Ghosh is also under investigation for organ trafficking allegations.
The Supreme Court has dismissed the West Bengal government’s appeal against the bail granted to Sayan Lahiri, an organizer of the ‘Nabanna Abhijan’ rally protesting the rape and murder of a doctor in Kolkata. The court ruled that a prima facie case for bail was made out, dealing a blow to the Mamata Banerjee government.
BJP leader Dilip Ghosh has accused the West Bengal government of obstructing the investigation into the rape and murder of a trainee doctor in Kolkata. He alleges that the government is trying to protect the accused and has not been cooperating with the CBI. The case has sparked widespread protests from doctors across India demanding justice for the victim and stricter laws to protect healthcare professionals.
Mohun Bagan Super Giant is battling NorthEast United FC in the 2024 Durand Cup final, aiming to defend their title. The Kolkata club, a 17-time champion, is seeking its 18th title and a record third consecutive win. Their last successful title defense was in 1986, when they defeated East Bengal FC 1-0.
The West Bengal unit of the Indian Medical Association (IMA) has raised concerns about the Kolkata Police’s explanation regarding the presence of numerous individuals at the crime scene where a trainee doctor was found murdered at RG Kar Hospital. The IMA particularly questioned the presence of Dr. Avik De, identified by the police as a fingerprint expert, despite being a first-year surgery postgraduate trainee. The IMA also alleged irregularities in Dr. De’s admission to the PG program and questioned his claimed expertise in fingerprint analysis.
Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) will face NorthEast United FC (NEUFC) in the Durand Cup 2024 final, aiming for a second consecutive title. MBSG overcame a tough semifinal against Bengaluru FC, while NEUFC enjoyed a comfortable victory over Shillong Lajong. The final promises to be an exciting clash, with both teams eager to claim the prestigious trophy.
Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) will face NorthEast United FC (NEUFC) in the Durand Cup 2024 Final. The Kolkata-based team will be looking to win their second consecutive Durand Cup title, while NorthEast United will be aiming for their first ever win in the competition. The match promises to be an exciting encounter, with both teams boasting strong squads.
The father of the Kolkata rape and murder victim has denied responsibility for the leaked audio recordings of phone calls between the family and a hospital staff member. The audio, which purportedly captured the first conversations after the victim’s death, has raised questions about the hospital’s initial communication and handling of the situation. The CBI continues to investigate the case, including alleged financial irregularities at the hospital.
In a shocking revelation, the Kolkata Police has acknowledged that viral audio clips, which contradict the initial narrative of the doctor’s death being a suicide, are authentic. This admission comes after intense public scrutiny and pressure, prompting a change in the police investigation’s direction.
