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.
