The Sealdah court convicted Sanjay Roy for the rape and murder of a junior doctor at RG Kar Hospital, a case that triggered nationwide outrage. While BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari welcomed the verdict, he urged further investigation into alleged conspiracies involving other officials. The sentencing is scheduled for January 20.
The Calcutta High Court denied bail to Dr. Sandip Ghosh, former Principal of RG Kar Medical College, in a financial irregularities case and directed him to approach the lower court. Concurrently, the CBI is investigating Ghosh for the alleged rape and murder of a junior doctor amidst ongoing probes into multiple irregularities at the institution.
Pooja Khedkar, a former IAS officer, faces allegations of submitting forged disability certificates to cheat in the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2022. The Delhi High Court extended her interim arrest protection until October 4, 2024, as investigations suggest a larger conspiracy. Khedkar denies the charges and was discharged from the service on September 7.
The CBI arrested the ex-principal of RG Kar Medical College and a police officer in connection with the heinous rape and murder of a trainee doctor, suspecting a larger conspiracy. The arrests follow concerns about delayed police action and suspicions of evidence tampering and cover-up, prompting public outrage and protests demanding justice and accountability.
The Supreme Court refused interim bail to Jyoti Jagtap, a jailed activist in the Elgar Parishad-Maoist links case. The court also postponed the hearing on her main bail plea. Jagtap’s involvement in provocative activities led to her arrest, and she faces charges under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. The case highlights ongoing complexities and delays in resolution.
