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The Supreme Court Today (Sept 9) asked the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to file a fresh report in the Kolkata rape-murder case next Tuesday after the central agency flagged the forensic report in the case and said “who collected the samples” has emerged as a relevant question.
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The Health Ministry letter to state Chief Secretaries and Director-Generals of police forces underlined the two-week deadline set by the top court. The reference was to a Supreme Court on August 22, in which a bench led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud directed the authorities to take all necessary steps to reassure doctors and healthcare workers of physical and mental safety while at hospitals and medical facilities.
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The Supreme Court on Thursday (Aug 22) reiterated its appeal to the doctors protesting over the rape and killing of a Kolkata medic to resume work and directed no coercive action against them.
The court said judges and doctors cannot go on a strike since they deal with matters involving life and liberty. “Justice and medicine cannot afford to be stopped. Can we (judges) go and sit outside the Supreme Court now?” the bench headed by CJI Chandrachud asked.
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During a Supreme Court hearing Today (Aug 22) on the Kolkata doctor’s rape and murder, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, representing the CBI, criticised West Bengal government’s counsel Kapil Sibal for allegedly “laughing” while Mehta was pointing out gaps in registering the FIR by police. “A girl has lost her life in the most inhuman and undignified manner. Don’t at least laugh,” Mehta said.
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While hearing of a suo moto criminal writ petition concerning the death of a postgraduate trainee doctor at R.G. Kar Medical College & Hospital, Kolkata, the Supreme Court today expressed concern about the manner in which the West Bengal police has handled the case so far. The Bench expressed deep concerns over the procedure followed by the Kolkata police. “The entire procedure that has been followed by the State Police is something that I have not come across in my 30 years of career,” Justice Pardiwala remarked.
In RG Kar Hospital Rape-Murder Case
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The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), while talking about its probe into the rape-murder of a doctor at a Kolkata hospital, said, the crime scene was “altered” when they entered the investigation on day 5. CBI added the doctor’s family was misled with the suicide claim. The agency submitted a status report on the case in the Supreme Court today.
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The IMA has given “an ultimatum” of two days to meet their demands, which include declaring hospitals as safe zones, defining security measures and bringing in the Healthcare Service Personnel and Clinical Establishments Bill, 2019. As per the draft law, those committing violence against healthcare professionals shall be sent to jail for six months to five years, with a fine of Rs 50,000 to Rs 5 lakh.
The Supreme Court of India overturned a prison term for a doctor found with unlicensed drugs, instead imposing a Rs 1 lakh fine. The ruling emphasizes that possessing a small quantity of medicines without disclosing the source does not endanger public interest, particularly when intent to sell or distribute remains unproven. This significant judgment provides legal protection for healthcare professionals stocking medicines for patient care.
A doctor at a state-run hospital in Kolkata terminated a rape victim’s 23-week pregnancy without prior court permission, sparking legal and ethical debates. The Calcutta High Court’s compassionate ruling absolved the doctors of wrongdoing, recognizing the need for swift medical action in life-threatening situations. This case underscores the delicate balance between legal protocols and urgent medical needs.