Today, On 21st July, The Supreme Court heard a plea by the SC Women Lawyers Association seeking chemical castration for sexual offenders and nationwide safety reforms, as Justice Surya Kant said, “We should not only take steps after a tragedy.”
The father of a victim from RG Kar Medical College condemned ongoing violence against women in Bengal, blaming the Mamata Banerjee-led government after a law student was gang-raped. He demanded harsh punishment for the TMC-linked accused, highlighting the need for government accountability in preventing such incidents. The BJP criticized TMC, calling it corrupt.
Reports say police will attend Samay Raina’s upcoming shows as audience members to check if women feel uncomfortable or offended. The comedian is facing more scrutiny, with legal troubles adding to his problems. His shows are now being closely watched because of the ongoing controversy. This has put pressure on both his career and public image.
Gujarat: The Gujarat High Court has taken suo-motu (on its own) notice of a shocking incident in Dahod district, where a tribal woman was reportedly disrobed, paraded, and dragged by a motorcycle. The incident, which occurred on January 28, has sparked outrage, especially after videos of the incident were widely circulated on social media.
The Supreme Court has given the Centre six weeks to respond to a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) asking for chemical castration of rapists. The Court also allowed the petitioner to share the plea with women lawyers for their suggestions. This move is part of efforts to improve women’s safety and justice for sexual offences. The petitioner can consult experts to strengthen the case.
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.
