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During a Supreme Court hearing Today (Aug 22) on the Kolkata doctor’s rape and murder, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, representing the CBI, criticised West Bengal government’s counsel Kapil Sibal for allegedly “laughing” while Mehta was pointing out gaps in registering the FIR by police. “A girl has lost her life in the most inhuman and undignified manner. Don’t at least laugh,” Mehta said.
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While hearing of a suo moto criminal writ petition concerning the death of a postgraduate trainee doctor at R.G. Kar Medical College & Hospital, Kolkata, the Supreme Court today expressed concern about the manner in which the West Bengal police has handled the case so far. The Bench expressed deep concerns over the procedure followed by the Kolkata police. “The entire procedure that has been followed by the State Police is something that I have not come across in my 30 years of career,” Justice Pardiwala remarked.
In RG Kar Hospital Rape-Murder Case
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The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), while talking about its probe into the rape-murder of a doctor at a Kolkata hospital, said, the crime scene was “altered” when they entered the investigation on day 5. CBI added the doctor’s family was misled with the suicide claim. The agency submitted a status report on the case in the Supreme Court today.
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.
Today, On 31st July, Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee challenges Enforcement Directorate’s summons in money laundering case before Supreme Court. His counsel argues lack of prescribed procedure under PMLA. The outcome could have significant implications for money laundering enforcement in India and political dynamics in West Bengal. Court extends hearing to the following day.
Today, On 22nd July, TMC MP Mahua Moitra criticized the Supreme Court’s interim stay on ‘nameplates’ for eateries along the Kanwar Yatra routes, calling it an “unconstitutional order” contradicting constitutional principles. The bench ruled that state police cannot compel shopkeepers to display their names but can only require them to indicate the food items they offer, with a hearing set for July 26.
![[RG Kar Doctor Rape-Murder] "Zero Tolerance, Our Govt Will Amend Law Next Week to Ensure Death Penalty for Rapists": WB CM Mamata Banerjee](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/image-78-1.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
Yesterday, On 13th July, West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee plans to introduce a resolution in the Assembly opposing NEET and new criminal laws. These laws, passed without discussion, raise concerns about individual freedoms. Banerjee’s proposed resolution reflects the state government’s opposition to these measures and highlights the need for review. The outcome will have significant implications.
A bench led by CJI Chandrachud expressed strong disapproval of West Bengal Minister Firhad Hakim’s decision to cancel a tender for the maintenance of two underpasses in Kolkata. The court emphasized that public authorities must exercise caution when attempting to evade contractual obligations through methods not stipulated within the contract terms.
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