Pune Police Arrest Seven School Staff, Including Principal and PT Teacher, Over Sexual Harassment of Minor Student

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:35am on 24 Aug 2024,Saturday India

Pimpri Chinchwad Police in Pune have arrested seven school staff members, including the Principal, PT teacher, and a trustee, in connection with the alleged sexual harassment of a minor student. The arrests were made on Friday evening. The PT teacher, who is the primary suspect, allegedly harassed the student over the past two years. This teacher has a prior record of similar offenses, having been previously arrested under the POCSO Act for molestation. The case highlights ongoing concerns about the safety and protection of students within educational institutions. The investigation is ongoing to address these serious allegations.

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CCTV Image Shows Suspect Sanjay Roy Entering Kolkata Hospital Before Doctor's Murder

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:12am on 24 Aug 2024,Saturday India

Investigators in the rape and murder case of a junior doctor at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College and Hospital have released a CCTV image showing the suspect, Sanjay Roy, entering the hospital at 1:03 a.m. The footage also shows Roy wearing a Bluetooth earphone around his neck, matching an earphone found at the crime scene. The victim’s body was discovered in the seminar hall of the hospital. During interrogation, police presented Roy with the CCTV evidence, leading him to confess to the crime. This evidence is a key part of the investigation into the assault and murder of the 31-year-old doctor.

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Bengali Actor Payel Mukherjee Assaulted, Car Vandalized in Kolkata Road Rage Incident

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:50am on 24 Aug 2024,Saturday India

Bengali actor Payel Mukherjee was reportedly assaulted and had her car vandalized by a bike rider in Kolkata on Friday evening. The altercation followed a minor collision between Mukherjee's car and the biker. Mukherjee live-streamed the incident on Facebook, describing the attack and calling for help. Viewers tagged the Kolkata Police, leading to their intervention. The incident took place in the Southern Avenue area of south Kolkata. According to Mukherjee, the biker stopped her car, broke the window by punching it, and attempted to attack her. The police are investigating the matter.

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Kolkata Court Approves Polygraph Test on Sanjay Roy in Rape-Murder Case

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:39am on 24 Aug 2024,Saturday India

A Kolkata special court has approved a polygraph test on Sanjay Roy, accused of raping and killing a 31-year-old trainee doctor. Roy was arrested on August 10 and remanded to judicial custody for 14 days. He sustained injuries on his left cheek, hand, and thigh during the incident. The polygraph test will aid in the investigation. The victim was found dead at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, where she worked. The case has sparked widespread outrage, and authorities are working to ensure justice is served. The next hearing is scheduled after the polygraph test results are obtained.

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Assam Gang Rape Suspect Tafazul Islam Dies in Attempting to Escape Police Custody

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:38am on 24 Aug 2024,Saturday India

The prime accused in a gang rape case in Assam’s Nagaon district died after attempting to escape police custody early on Saturday. Tafazul Islam, who was arrested on August 23 for his alleged involvement in the gang rape of a 14-year-old girl, was being taken to the crime scene for investigation. Around 4 a.m., he tried to escape by jumping into a nearby pond. Police launched a rescue operation, and his body was recovered from the water after two hours. The incident occurred during an official investigation at the site of the crime.

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Calcutta HC Transfers R G Kar Hospital Financial Irregularities Probe to CBI

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:20pm on 23 Aug 2024,Friday India

The Calcutta High Court has transferred the investigation into financial irregularities at R G Kar Medical College and Hospital to the CBI from the state-appointed SIT. This decision, made on August 23, 2024, follows a petition by former deputy superintendent Akhtar Ali. The CBI is required to take over the probe by 10 am on August 24. This development comes after the West Bengal government set up the SIT to investigate financial discrepancies dating back to January 2021, amid ongoing protests related to a recent rape and murder case.

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Kolkata Rape Accused’s Mother Says Son Was “Influenced,” Regrets Not Being More Strict In Upbringing

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:23pm on 23 Aug 2024,Friday India

Sanjoy Roy, accused of raping and murdering a trainee doctor in Kolkata, was “influenced,” claimed his mother, Indira Chakraborty, in an exclusive interview. She expressed regret, saying, “Had I been more strict, this wouldn't have happened.” Roy, a school topper and boxer, was arrested after being linked to the crime scene at RG Kar Medical College. His mother mentioned that her son was deeply affected by his first wife’s death, leading to his alcohol addiction. She also expressed helplessness, abandoned by her daughters and unable to appeal in court.

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John Abraham on Kolkata Doctor Case: "Boys, Behave or I'll Tear You Apart"

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:16pm on 23 Aug 2024,Friday India

Actor John Abraham has expressed his strong reaction to the horrific rape and murder of a Kolkata doctor. In his first public comments, Abraham warned, "I’ll tell the boys to behave, otherwise I’ll tear them apart," urging better values from parents for their sons. He condemned the lack of safety for women and children in India and emphasized that men should act as protectors, not threats. His remarks come in the wake of the tragic incident at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, which has ignited widespread protests and calls for justice.

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"Sanjay Roy Framed, Many Involved," Claims Accused's Mother in Kolkata Rape-Murder Case

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:22pm on 23 Aug 2024,Friday India

Sanjay Roy, accused of raping and murdering a 31-year-old doctor in Kolkata, has been "framed," according to his mother. She believes “many people” were involved in the crime. Despite his confession, Roy’s family doubts his guilt. His sister stated, “If he has done this, he should be punished.” Investigations revealed Roy's disturbing psychological profile, including severe addiction to pornography. The CBI continues to explore if others were involved, as technical evidence places Roy at the crime scene. The former principal of RG Kar Medical College is also under scrutiny in the case.

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CBI Investigates Kolkata Doctor's Rape and Murder, Focuses on Broken Door Bolt

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:07pm on 23 Aug 2024,Friday India

The CBI is investigating the rape and murder of a 31-year-old trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College in Kolkata. The crime occurred in a seminar hall on August 9, while the victim was asleep during her 36-hour shift. A broken door bolt in the hall is under scrutiny as it may have allowed the attacker, Sanjay Roy, to enter. The CBI is also checking CCTV footage to see if someone guarded the door during the crime. Polygraph tests will be conducted on four hospital employees, including the principal, who resigned after the incident.

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