Kolkata Rape Murder Case Hearing Live Updates: Supreme Court refuses to transfer trial outside West Bengal

Kolkata rape-murder case: SC refuses to transfer trial outside West Bengal

Kolkata rape-murder case: National task force, formed to create protocol over safety of health professionals, submits its report in SC

The national task force, which is formed to create protocols for the safety of health professionals, has submitted its report to the Supreme Court. After submitting the case the Supreme Court directed to supply the copy of the report to all counsels connected to the matter as well as the Chief Secretaries to all states and union territories so that they may make such recommendations.

Kolkata rape-murder case: Kolkata court has framed charges against Sanjay Roy, SC notes

The Supreme Court noted that the Kolkata court has framed charges against prime accused of rape-murder case of trainee doctor, Sanjay Roy.

Kolkata rape-murder case: 'Since investigation is underway, we refrain from making observations,' says SC

The Supreme Court said that since the investigation of a rape-murder case of a trainee doctor in Kolkata is underway, the top court refrained from making any observations.

Kolkata rape-murder case: Supreme Court set Monday as next date of hearing of case

Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud said the Supreme Court has set Monday, November 11, as the next hearing date, Live Law reported.

Kolkata rape-murder case: Supreme Court begins hearing plea over rape-murder case of trainee doctor in Kolkata

The Supreme Court began the hearing plea over a rape-murder case of a trainee doctor in Kolkata. The incident took place on August 9. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is expected to submit a status report on the case during today's hearing.

Kolkata rape-murder case: Junior doctors call for capital punishment

Junior doctors in Kolkata are demanding strict action from the CBI and capital punishment for those involved in the rape and murder of a student at RG Kar Medical College. They continue to protest, highlighting the need for a comprehensive chargesheet and justice for the victim, who was found dead on August 9. Protests will persist until justice is achieved. Read full story

Kolkata Rape Murder Case: Calcutta HC upholds CBI probe into alleged custodial torture of woman arrested for protest

The Calcutta high court’s division bench, led by Chief Justice T S Sivagnanam, upheld a single judge's order directing a CBI investigation into allegations of custodial torture of a woman involved in protests over the rape and murder of a doctor at RG Kar Medical College. The woman, Rama Das, reportedly showed signs of hematoma after her arrest, though conflicting medical reports raised concerns. The court dismissed the West Bengal government’s appeal, citing discrepancies in medical evaluations as grounds for an independent probe by the CBI.

Kolkata Rape Murder Case: Charges framed by Kolkata court, RG Kar trial likely from November 11

A court in Kolkata's Sealdah framed charges Monday against Sanjay Roy, the main accused in the rape and murder of a 31-year-old resident doctor at RG Kar Medical College 86 days ago on Aug 9. The move clears the path for daily in-camera hearings, set to begin on November 11.Kolkata police arrested Roy a day after the crime, while CBI assumed charge of the case three days later. On Oct 7, CBI submitted a 45-page chargesheet detailing evidence against Roy, supported by statements from 108 witnesses. Read full story

Kolkata Rape Murder Case: Jr docs seek meet with STF over hospital security

Members of the West Bengal Junior Doctors' Front (WBJDF) sent a mail to chief secretary Manoj Pant on Tuesday night, requesting him to arrange a meeting of the State Task Force (STF) to discuss various issues pertaining to the state healthcare system and the proper implementation of the measures suggested for improving safety and security in hospitals. "Regarding the central real-time digitized bed vacancy monitoring system and central referral system, we sent specific suggestions to you through e-mail. But until now, we have not received any communication from you regarding the STF meeting. We again request you to arrange the meeting," the letter read. Read full story

Kolkata Rape Murder Case: Father of deceased doctor says Amit Shah called him for meeting

The father of the deceased RG Kar Medical College and Hospital medic confirmed that Union Home Minister Amit Shah has invited him for a meeting. This follows a letter sent by the parents to Shah seeking guidance and assistance in their pursuit of justice for their daughter, who was sexually assaulted and killed at the hospital in August. Read full story

Kolkata Rape Murder Case Hearing Live: Advocates’ views differ views on hearing timing

Advocate Kapil Sibal, representing the state, requested that the hearing be pushed to the following week. However, advocate Phiroze Edulji argued for urgency, pointing to the possibility of expanded charges.

Kolkata Rape Murder Case Hearing Live: Case to be heard after initial postponements

The case was initially set to be heard on Tuesday, but was postponed twice, moving from Tuesday to Wednesday, and now to Thursday.

Kolkata Rape Murder Case Hearing Live: CJI to examine the CBI status report

The CBI is going to submit a status report. Emphasising the need for an update on the facts before the continuation of the proceedings, the CJI said, "We will see the status report tomorrow."

Kolkata Rape Murder Case Hearing Live: CJI-led 3-judges bench to preside over the hearing

Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud, along with Justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra, will hear the case.

Kolkata Rape Murder Case Hearing Live: SC to hear case

The Supreme Court, led by CJI DY Chandrachud, will hear the RG Kar rape-murder case on Thursday. The hearing, initially scheduled for Wednesday, was postponed.