Kolkata Rape-Murder Case Highlights | ‘Can’t Wait For Another Rape’: SC’s Strong Remark, Deploys CISF At RGK Hospital

Kolkata Rape-Murder Case Highlights: The Supreme Court questioned the delayed filing of an FIR after the victim's body was handed over to her parents.

Kolkata Doctor Rape-Murder Case: The Supreme Court is currently hearing the suo motu case related to the rape and murder of a trainee doctor in Kolkata. During the proceedings, the bench has directed the CBI to submit a status report by Thursday. The apex court questioned why the victim's body was handed over to the parents at 8:30 PM, while the FIR was not registered until 11:45 PM. 

The bench of Chief Justices headed by DY Chandraachud includes Justice JB Pardiwala and Justice Manoj Mishra. 

Earlier, the top court took the cognizance of the alleged rape-murder case of a 31-year-old post graduate doctor inside the RG Kar College and Hospital premises. 

The CBI investigation into the case has highlighted critical concerns, including the sanctity of evidence, the rule of law, and the safety of healthcare professionals, along with the broader issue of women's security in the workplace. The case has also intensified pressure on the ruling Trinamool Congress, as women— a key constituency for Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee—express growing outrage. 

Highlights On Kolkata Doctor Rape-Muder Case

20 August 2024

13:45 IST

SC Hearing on Kolkata Rape-Murder case: Accused Behaved 'Like An Animal,' Says Solicitor General

The Supreme Court has taken suo motu cognizance of the rape and murder of a doctor at RG Kar Hospital in Kolkata, ordering the CBI to submit a report and directing the formation of a National Task Force with input from medical associations. On the SC’s hearing, Advocate Satyam Singh said that the FIR was filed late at night, despite the incident occurring around 6 a.m.  

During the proceedings, the Solicitor General emphasised the brutality of the crime, describing the accused as behaving "like an animal," reported ANI. The court has also instructed media and social media platforms to refrain from sharing the victim's name, images, or videos. The next hearing is scheduled for Thursday. 

13:32 IST

Kolkata Rape-Murder Case: Supreme Court Calls For Better Facilities For Doctors On Duty

During the hearing on the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Hospital, the court highlighted the inadequate facilities provided to doctors. 

The CBI reported that doctors face a lack of resting areas, poor hygiene standards, and insufficient security in healthcare units. They are often left to manage unruly patients without proper support. Additionally, the hospital has only one common toilet for medical professionals, forcing them to travel long distances for washroom access.

13:15 IST

Kolkata rape murder case live: SC Constitutes 10-Membered Task Force

In response to the increasing violence against doctors and health professionals, the Supreme Court on Tuesday established a 10-member task force to develop a national protocol for their safety and well-being. This decision follows the rape and murder of a doctor in Kolkata, reported PTI.

The task force is expected to submit an interim report within three weeks and a final report within two months. 

Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, leading the bench, emphasized that the protection of women doctors is a matter of national importance, asserting that equality demands nothing less. The court firmly stated that the country cannot wait for another tragedy to bring about necessary changes.

13:01 IST

Kolkata Doctor Rape-Murder: SC Directs CISF Security At RG Kar Hospital

The Supreme Court on Tuesday ordered the Centre to deploy the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) at RG Kar Hospital following the rape and murder of a woman doctor. The directive came after the counsel representing the Organisation of Doctors of West Bengal presented a complaint from a senior resident detailing the incident. The court was informed that while doctors were participating in the "Reclaiming the Night" protest, women doctors at RG Kar Hospital received threats, warning them they would face the same fate as the rape victim if they continued their protest.

12:54 IST

Kolkata rape murder case live: NTF To Submit Interim Report

The Supreme Court-appointed National Task Force (NTF) is expected to submit an interim report within three weeks, outlining recommendations to ensure doctors' safety and implement court-mandated guidelines. The 10-member NTF, which has been charged with addressing gender-based violence against medical professionals, is also required to deliver a final report within three months.

12:19 IST

Kolkata rape murder case live: Protesting Doctors To Hold Meeting After SC Ruling Today

Doctors are set to hold a crucial meeting two hours after the Supreme Court delivers its ruling in the Kolkata rape-murder case. The meeting will determine whether to call off their ongoing strike, according to a report by Zee News TV.

12:17 IST

Kolkata rape murder case live: SC Says, Can't Wait For Another Rape To Act

The Supreme Court of India has issued a stern warning, stating that the nation cannot afford to wait for another tragic incident of rape before necessary changes are implemented on the ground. 

11:55 IST

Kolkata murder case LIVE updates: CJI Cites Autopsy Report 

CJI: autopsy reveals that this is case where doctor is murdered..the FIR is registered at 11:45 PM? what was the principal, board in the hospital doing?

11:53 IST

SC hearing on Kolkata rape murder case live: CJI slams Principal's actions

CJI: what was the principal doing? FIR was not Filed; body was handed late to parents; what is the police doing? a serious offence has taken place, the crime scene has taken in hospital...what are they doing? allowing vandalists to enter the hospital ?

11:45 IST

Kolkata murder case LIVE updates: CJI Says Principal Tried To Pass It Off As Suicide

CJI Chandrachud says, "It appears crime was detected on early hours of the morning, the principal tries to pass it off as suicide, the parents are not allowed to see the body." Kapil Sibal (for state of WB) says "that is not correct."

11:35 IST

Kolkata Rape-Murder Supreme Court Hearing Updates

As soon as the complaint was lodged by the parents of the deceased, the FIR was lodged: Bengal Govt replies to SC 

Nobody in the hospital registered the FIR ? What were Principal and Vice Principal doing ? Why didn’t they file the complaint: SC to Bengal Govt

11:30 IST

Kolkata murder case LIVE updates: SC Slams Bengal Government

The body of the victim was handed over to the parents at 8:30 PM while the FIR was registered only at 11:45 PM ?: SC to Bengal