CJI Chandrachud Today (Sept 6) dismissed the plea of Sandip Ghosh, the former principal of RG Kar Medical College, challenging a Calcutta High Court order. Ghosh had sought to intervene in a public interest litigation (PIL) that alleges financial irregularities at the college during his tenure. The CJI ruled that, as an accused individual, Ghosh does not have the legal standing to join the PIL, particularly because the High Court is already supervising the investigation into the allegations.
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Today, On 4th September, Former RG Kar Medical College head, Sandip Ghosh, has contested a High Court decision to transfer a graft investigation against him to the CBI. The case involves alleged financial irregularities at Kolkata’s RG Kar Hospital, and has also led to increased scrutiny of hospital administration. Ghosh’s arrest marks the second significant one at the hospital since August 9.
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Today, On 2nd September, Former RG Kar Hospital Principal, Sandip Ghosh, has been arrested by the CBI in Kolkata, linked to financial irregularities and a recent rape-murder case. Three others were also arrested. The CBI is investigating Ghosh’s actions, and a former deputy superintendent has appealed for the Enforcement Directorate to probe alleged financial misconduct. Ghosh’s controversial transfer and actions have sparked widespread protests.
Today, On 23rd August, The Calcutta High Court transferred the investigation into financial irregularities at RG Kar Hospital from the state’s SIT to the CBI, emphasizing the need for a thorough and impartial probe. Concerns were raised about potential delays and inefficiencies in having multiple agencies involved. The court also questioned the delay in forming the SIT and approved polygraph tests on individuals involved in recent criminal activities.
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The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has welcomed the Supreme Court’s decision to establish a 10-member Task Force to address violence against medical professionals. The IMA will continue to push for a Central Law to protect medical professionals. The Supreme Court also directed the CBI to provide updates on the investigation into the recent rape and murder of a junior doctor in Kolkata.
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The Mumbai police opposed the Enforcement Directorate’s intervention plea in the Maharashtra State Cooperative Bank scam closure report, asserting no unfair losses to the bank. The ED, investigating money laundering linked to the scam, argued that the closure report would impact their case. The alleged scam involved thousands of crores and prominent figures.
The Kerala High Court will examine a petition seeking an ED probe into financial transactions involving Jasmin Sha during COVID-19. Justice Bechu Kurian Thomas set the next hearing for June 13. The allegations involve misappropriation of funds intended for pandemic relief efforts and raise concerns about financial impropriety and potential criminal implications. The involvement of the Enforcement Directorate underscores the seriousness of these allegations. The petition also emphasizes the urgency of a thorough investigation and highlights concerns about the integrity of financial frameworks and the responsibility of individuals handling public funds.