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‘Aura farming' gone wrong! Dubai Police impounds two cars, fines drivers Rs 11 lakh for dangerous stunts
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Indian Express
2 hours ago
- Indian Express
R G Kar rape-murder: A year later, where the cases stand
Saturday, August 9, marks one year since a junior doctor was raped and murdered at Kolkata's R G Kar Medical College and Hospital. While her parents await justice, the cases related to the incident are still being heard at the Calcutta High Court, and courts in Sealdah and Alipore. Here's a quick look at the status of the ongoing cases: On January 18 this year, the Additional District and Sessions Court in Sealdah convicted civic volunteer Sanjoy Roy of rape and murder in the R G Kar case, and sentenced him to life imprisonment days later. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), which has continued to probe the case, submitted its fifth status report before the Sealdah court on July 16, stating that seven witnesses have been examined. The CBI also submitted that it has scanned 32 terabytes of CCTV footage as part of its investigation. The Sealdah court is also hearing a case against former R G Kar principal Sandip Ghosh and the then officer in-charge of Tala police station, Abhijit Mondol, who were arrested on September 14 last year on charges of tampering with evidence in the rape-murder case. In December last year, the lower court granted bail to Ghosh and Mondol after the CBI failed to submit a chargesheet within the stipulated 90 days. The court granted bail on a surety bond of Rs 2,000 each and on the condition that the accused would appear before the CBI as and when called. While Mondol is out on bail, Ghosh remains in jail in connection with a financial irregularities case involving the hospital. After the Sealdah court convicted Sanjoy Roy in January and sentenced him to life imprisonment, the West Bengal government and the CBI challenged the order before the Calcutta High Court, appealing for capital punishment. On February 7, a division bench admitted the CBI's plea and dismissed the government's appeal. In July, Roy moved the Calcutta High Court seeking acquittal in the case. During the hearing, his counsel submitted, 'With only witness statements and circumstantial evidence, one cannot be convicted for life. There is enough evidence to prove that the convict is innocent.' On July 16, a division bench accepted the plea. The high court will hear both pleas in September. Former R G Kar principal Sandip Ghosh was booked in another case of financial irregularities at the hospital during his tenure, along with Ashish Pandey, the then house staff, vendors Biplab Singha and Suman Hazra, and Afsar Ali Khan, additional security to Ghosh. It was alleged that the financial fraud was underway at the hospital for over three years, during which tenders were rigged while purchasing medical equipment for the hospital. Ghosh allegedly helped his associates bag the tenders. On August 23 last year, the Calcutta High Court transferred the probe from the state-constituted Special Investigation Team to the CBI. The direction came in response to a petition by former deputy superintendent of the medical facility, Dr Akhtar Ali, who prayed for a probe by the Enforcement Directorate into multiple counts of alleged financial misconduct at the state-run hospital during Ghosh's tenure as principal. In his plea, Ali had accused Ghosh of illegal sale of unclaimed corpses, trafficking of biomedical waste, and passing tenders in lieu of commission paid by medicine and medical equipment suppliers. The chargesheet was filed in November 2024, nearly three months after Ghosh's arrest. In July this year, the trial in the financial irregularities case commenced at the Alipore CBI court with the framing of charges. 'The first witness is being examined,' Rahuf Zohab, the counsel for Ghosh, told The Indian Express. Meanwhile, the counsel for the victim's family said that they would continue to fight till they got 'actual justice'. 'The way the CBI is working, we are thinking of a re-investigation. We have obtained certain reports from senior doctors and specialists, and we will place them as and when required. Questions placed before the CBI are yet to be answered. Whatever investigation was done by the Kolkata Police in the first few days has been placed in the chargesheet. There is nothing new on the CBI's part,' Amartya Dey, the counsel, said.
News18
3 hours ago
- News18
‘The Fight Will Go On': A Year After Abhaya's Rape-Murder At RG Kar, Parents To Hold March Tomorrow
Last Updated: Abhaya's parents have called for a massive protest march to the West Bengal State Secretariat, Nabanna, on August 9 to demand answers from the government One year after the tragic death of 26-year-old Abhaya at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata, her grieving parents continue their relentless fight for justice. In an emotional conversation with News18, they said they are determined to hold the state accountable and have now called for a massive protest marc h to the West Bengal State Secretariat, Nabanna, on August 9, to demand answers from the government. Abhaya, a junior doctor, last spoke to her parents on August 8, 2024, saying her schedule was hectic. The next call they received was a distressing one from the hospital—initially stating she was ill, but later communicating that she had allegedly taken her own life. 'Since then, we have been fighting. Now we have called for the 'Nabanna Abhijan' (Secretariat March) ourselves," said Abhaya's father, with tears in his eyes. 'Our daughter was under the State's protection. The investigation was led by the Chief Minister herself at the time, along with senior health officials. From the start, they tried to cover up the case. Mamata Banerjee must answer for this." Responding to allegations by Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Kunal Ghosh that political motives are behind their protest, Abhaya's father lashed out: 'He even sends me private messages. We have invited everyone — across political lines — to join the protest. Even TMC members who truly feel for Abhaya are welcome to be part of this movement." When asked whether they believe justice has been served, both parents categorically denied it. 'There has been no proper investigation," said her father. 'The CBI arrested Sandip Ghosh and an officer-in-charge for evidence tampering, but they failed to file a supplementary chargesheet. Why? We don't believe only one person was involved in this crime. There's a larger nexus that has been protected." Her mother, too, expressed her anguish: 'Was Abhaya without a guardian? From the very beginning, the State tried to suppress the truth. But we won't stop. Our fight will go on." Questioned about the CBI's findings that implicated accused Sanjay Roy, she added, 'We met CBI officials in Delhi. They have told us they are planning to close the case. We've told them to say that in court, not to us. What kind of agency gives up on justice? This is unacceptable." As the family marks one painful year since Abhaya's death, they remain resolute. 'Our daughter had given us everything and asked for nothing. She was our strength," said her father. 'She never compromised on principles, and neither will we. We'll continue this fight—not just for Abhaya, but for every daughter failed by the system." With heavy hearts but unwavering determination, Abhaya's parents are preparing to lead the Nabanna Abhijan, seeking answers, punishment for the guilty, and a promise that no other family will face such betrayal. Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from politics to crime and society. Stay informed with the latest India news only on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! tags : Kolkata Rape And Murder Case news18 specials RG Kar Hospital view comments Location : Kolkata, India, India First Published: August 08, 2025, 15:37 IST News india 'The Fight Will Go On': A Year After Abhaya's Rape-Murder At RG Kar, Parents To Hold March Tomorrow Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
