The Calcutta Bar opposed the Supreme Court Collegium’s recommendation to transfer Justice Dinesh Kumar Sharma to the Calcutta High Court. On March 27, the Collegium proposed shifting the Delhi High Court judge to Calcutta, sparking resistance from the legal fraternity.
![[Kolkata Doctor Rape-Murder] Ex-Principal Sandip Ghosh of RG Kar Hospital Granted Bail](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Rg-kar-2.jpg?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
Today, On 13th December, Sandip Ghosh, former principal of RG Kar Medical College, was granted bail in a case involving the rape and murder of a doctor but remains in custody for a separate financial irregularities investigation. Allegations against Ghosh included evidence tampering, while Mondal was charged with delaying the FIR. The case ignited nationwide protests for better safety and justice for medical workers.
A Sealdah court in Kolkata reprimanded the CBI for missing legal representatives at Sanjay Roy’s hearing, questioning the granting of bail. Roy, accused in a rape and murder case at RG Kar Medical College, was denied bail and remanded to custody. The case involves polygraph tests and financial irregularities at the college.
![[Kolkata Rape-Murder] "Patient Care is Our Priority. All Doctors Should Return to Their Duties, Trusting the Honourable SC for Justice": IMA President Urges Doctors](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/image-31-1.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
The President of the Indian Medical Association (IMA) urged doctors to prioritize patient care and trust the Supreme Court with justice in the Kolkata rape-murder case. The victim’s tragic death sparked nationwide outrage and protests, leading to the involvement of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and calls for better safety measures in medical facilities.
Today, On 5th August, The Central government approved a new one-year term for nine additional judges of the Calcutta High Court starting on August 31, 2024. This decision follows the Supreme Court Collegium’s choice to extend their terms instead of making them permanent judges. It highlights the complexity of judicial appointments in India and aims to ensure continuity while evaluating permanent appointments.