![[BREAKING] Kolkata Rape Horror: Accused Sanjoy Roy Sent to 14-Day Judicial Custody, CBI Gets Approval for Polygraph Test](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/ADVAEB.jpg?resize=447%2C309&ssl=1)
The Calcutta High Court, led by Chief Justice T.S. Sivagnanam, took cognizance of the vandalism that occurred at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata on the night of August 14, sparked by the rape and murder of a trainee woman doctor. The court is set to examine the events and the ongoing investigation, with the next hearing scheduled for August 21st. The violence during the protest disrupted medical services, with extensive damage to hospital property and clashes with police, prompting criticisms and denials from law enforcement and government officials.
The Delhi High Court has issued directives to address concerns of public prosecutors (PPs), mandating the provision of technological facilities, office space, and dress allowance. The PPs should be granted laptops and tablets every four years, and incentives for higher qualifications. Additional measures include security allowances and the creation of digital libraries in each district.
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On Monday (29th April): The Delhi High Court directed police protection for a transgender candidate filing a nomination for the 2024 Lok Sabha Election, emphasizing equal protection under Article 14 of the Constitution. This came after the candidate faced a life-threatening attack. The court instructed the police to ensure security and facilitate the nomination process in South Delhi.
Two Karnataka High Court judges, Justice SG Pandit and Justice Pradeep Singh Yerur, received intimidating and potentially dangerous phone calls, prompting them to file detailed FIRs to the Vidhan Soudha Police Station in Bengaluru. The calls were part of a coordinated effort to harass and defraud, leading to a formalized police investigation to uncover the culprits.
