Today(23rd Sept), The Supreme Court announced it will hear a suo motu case on October 1 regarding the rape and murder of a resident doctor at RG Kar Medical College in Kolkata, amidst ongoing protests by doctors in West Bengal. During proceedings, the bench requested the case, originally scheduled for September 27, be postponed for urgent reasons.
On Wednesday(18th Sept), the West Bengal Medical Council canceled Sandip Ghosh’s medical registration due to his involvement in a CBI investigation into a junior doctor’s rape and murder. Meanwhile, Kolkata Police suspended Inspector Abhijit Mondal, who is also in CBI custody for tampering with evidence and obstructing the investigation.
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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.
Yesterday, On 14th September, The CBI arrested the former principal of Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, Sandip Ghosh, and police officer Abhijit Mondal for attempting to destroy evidence in a high-profile rape and murder case. The incident sparked public outrage and led to the CBI taking over the investigation. The Chief Minister declined the protesting doctors’ request for live-streaming their meeting.
The former principal of RG Kar Medical College, Sandip Ghosh, and his associates today have been remanded to judicial custody over financial misconduct and potential links to a recent rape and murder case. The CBI court’s decision follows a broader investigation into the hospital’s irregularities and the victim’s tragic death. Protests continue over the handling of the case.
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.
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.
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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