Today, On 2nd May, The Calcutta High Court has asked the Kolkata Police Commissioner to submit a report on the heckling of lawyers, stating prima facie that criminal contempt was committed by interfering with justice and scandalising the judiciary.
In the RG Kar hospital rape-murder case, the trial court judge sharply criticized the police and hospital authorities for their careless handling of the investigation. The judge stated that the police showed an indifferent attitude towards the case, highlighting delays in filing the FIR and lapses in evidence collection. He called for accountability and better handling of such sensitive cases. The verdict has ignited serious concerns about safety and justice in public institutions.
In the RG Kar rape-murder case, accused Sanjay Roy claims he was framed by former Kolkata Police Commissioner Vineet Goyal, alleging police fabrication of evidence. This assertion comes during ongoing investigations and rising protests from junior doctors demanding justice. Charges have been framed against Roy, intensifying the legal scrutiny.
Today, On 4th October, a Public Interest Litigation was filed in the Calcutta High Court against former Police Commissioner Vineet Goyal for allegedly revealing the identity of a rape-murder victim from RG Kar Medical College. The case addresses serious violations of privacy laws, with a hearing scheduled for Monday to consider the petition.
Today, On 20th August, TMC MP Sukhendu Sekhar Roy agreed to delete a controversial social media post calling for the CBI to interrogate the Kolkata Police Commissioner. The Calcutta High Court was assured by the state that no action would be taken against Roy. This agreement marked the end of discussions and legal considerations surrounding the issue, highlighting the delicate balance between free speech and public discourse.
The West Bengal Government today has set up a seven-member committee, led by a retired judge of the Calcutta High Court, to review three new criminal laws that replaced the British-era laws on July 1. The committee, including state ministers, the advocate general, and police officials, will submit its findings within three months. West Bengal is the third state to amend these laws.
