Parents Provide CBI with Names of Suspected Interns and Doctors in Kolkata Horror

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:59pm on 16 Aug 2024,Friday India

The parents of the trainee doctor who was raped and murdered at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College have given the CBI names of interns and doctors they suspect to be involved. The CBI is prioritizing the questioning of these individuals, along with Kolkata Police officers from the initial investigation. Over 30 suspects have been identified. Protests continue nationwide, with demands for stricter safety laws in hospitals. Meanwhile, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accused the opposition of spreading misinformation, while BJP leaders criticized the state’s law and order situation.

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Internet Suspended in Udaipur, Rajasthan After School Stabbing Sparks Violence

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:53pm on 16 Aug 2024,Friday India

Internet services in Udaipur have been suspended for 24 hours due to rising tensions following a stabbing incident at a local school. A class 10 student was attacked by a classmate, resulting in deep thigh wounds. The injured student is in stable condition after being hospitalized. Authorities have arrested both the attacker and his father. Heavy police presence has been deployed to ensure safety. Udaipur's district collector urged the public to avoid spreading rumors and verify information to help maintain peace in the city.

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Ramdev Calls Allopathy Medicines 'Poison' Days After Supreme Court Reprimand

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:36pm on 16 Aug 2024,Friday India

Yoga guru Ramdev stirred controversy on Thursday by calling allopathy medicines "poisonous" and blaming them for millions of deaths. His comments come just two days after the Supreme Court ended contempt proceedings against him and Patanjali Ayurved for misleading advertisements. The court had warned Ramdev and his aide, Acharya Balkrishna, not to repeat such conduct. Ramdev's new remarks contradict a previous assurance given to the court to avoid disparaging other medical systems. The IMA had filed the petition against Patanjali's misleading ads, which led to the court's recent actions.

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Doctors to Hold 24-Hour Nationwide Strike Over Safety, Security Demands After Kolkata Doctor's Murder

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:15pm on 16 Aug 2024,Friday India

The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has called for a 24-hour nationwide strike starting at 6 am on Saturday, following the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Hospital. The strike is in protest against violence in hospitals and demands stronger security measures. Emergency services will remain functional. The IMA's demands include declaring hospitals as safe zones, installing CCTV cameras, and providing safe resting areas for doctors. The strike highlights the urgent need for better protection for medical professionals across the country.

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Nationwide Protests Erupt After Kolkata Doctor’s Rape and Murder, Doctors Call for Strike

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:37pm on 16 Aug 2024,Friday India

Doctors across India are protesting after the brutal rape and murder of a 31-year-old junior doctor at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College. The victim was found dead in a seminar hall, with an autopsy confirming sexual assault. A suspect, linked to the Kolkata police, has been arrested. The Indian Medical Association has announced a 24-hour nationwide strike, starting Saturday, affecting hospital services. West Bengal’s chief minister led a protest demanding the death penalty for those responsible. Women across the country have joined “reclaim the night” marches, demanding justice for the victim. The case is now under federal investigation.

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Student Stabbed in Udaipur, Rajasthan School; Violent Protests Erupt, Curfew Imposed

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:21pm on 16 Aug 2024,Friday India

A Class 10 student was stabbed by a classmate in a Udaipur school, sparking violent protests. The incident led to stone pelting and the torching of vehicles by angry crowds. Authorities imposed a curfew and Section 144 to prevent large gatherings. The injured student is in critical condition, receiving treatment in the ICU. Police detained the accused and used mild force to control the unrest. Local leaders urged calm as the situation remains tense. Additional police have been deployed to maintain order, and an investigation is ongoing.

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Bengal Governor Calls Mamata Banerjee’s Response to Kolkata Horror a “Joke” and Criticizes Police Handling

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:43pm on 16 Aug 2024,Friday India

West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose condemned Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s response to the Kolkata rape-murder case, likening her behavior to “Jekyll and Hyde.” Banerjee’s call to hang the accused before trial was labeled a “big joke” by Bose, who also criticized the police’s handling of the case, describing it as a “definite failure.” The Governor expressed his dissatisfaction with the state’s law and order situation and vowed to report the situation to the Government of India if necessary.

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Mamata Banerjee Leads Rally for Justice in Kolkata Doctor's Murder Case

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:46am on 16 Aug 2024,Friday India

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee led a rally in Kolkata, demanding justice for the murdered trainee doctor and death penalty for the accused. The Calcutta High Court rebuked the government over vandalism at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, where the doctor's body was found. In parallel, the CBI, now investigating the case, summoned former hospital principal Sudip Ghosh for questioning. Ghosh had resigned amid protests and was ordered to go on leave by the High Court. The case has sparked widespread outrage, with calls for swift action.

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RG Kar Hospital Vandalism: Arrested Youth Claims Emotional Outburst Led to Violence

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:11am on 16 Aug 2024,Friday India

Soumik Das, arrested from Nagerbazar on Friday, confessed to vandalizing property during a procession following the RG Kar Medical College attack. Das claimed he acted out of emotion after witnessing the violence at the hospital. In a media statement, he said he joined the procession spontaneously and vandalized on impulse, without any prior planning or external influence. His admission comes amid ongoing allegations that some participants in the 'occupy night' march vandalized the hospital, claims which have been contested by various sources. Das's confession adds new details to the investigation into the events that followed the attack on Wednesday night.

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Priyanka Chopra Joins Protest for Justice in Kolkata Doctor's Rape-Murder Case

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:53am on 16 Aug 2024,Friday India

The tragic rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata on August 9 has shocked the nation. The post-graduate student was found dead in a seminar hall, sparking widespread outrage. Doctors and Bollywood stars are joining protests demanding justice for the victim, who was allegedly sexually assaulted and murdered. Priyanka Chopra recently expressed her support by sharing a protest photo on Instagram. The image featured a sign reading, "Who will speak for her if you don't?" Chopra's post, which included a sad emoji, reflects the growing public outcry and call for justice.

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