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Worldwide protests spanning 130 cities continue a month after Kolkata doctor’s rape and murder

India’s top court orders protesting doctors to resume work by Tuesday

The Independent UK

Kolkata Horror: SC seeks fresh report from CBI; Next hearing Sep 17

The Supreme Court has listed the next hearing, in the case of rape and murder of a trainee doctor at R Kar hospital in Kolkata, on 17 September. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Bengal trio joins hand for club cricket

KOLKATA: Manoj Tiwary, Wriddhiman Saha and Anushtup Majumder are back to play together --- this time in Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) organised club matches. The stalwarts of Bengal cricket on Saturday signed for Kalighat Club for the upcoming season again.

The Times of India

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Kolkata sweet shop creates massive 500-kg ladoo for Ganesh Chaturthi

In a remarkable display of devotion and tradition, a sweet shop in Bhawanipore area of Kolkata has prepared a colossal 500-kilogram laddu to celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Hafta letters: Gender issues, creamy layer in quota, Kolkata case

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Newslaundry

Kolkata Horror: Victim's parents allege police offered bribe to shut up

This allegation came while addressing media persons after the family of deceased doctor joined protests at the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital on Wednesday night. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Durand Cup is already in the past, says Benali

KOLKATA: "The first day and the second day we were on the cloud. Now we are back to earth," were Juan Pedro Benali's first words as he began addressing the Indian Super League media day here on Wednesday.

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Exclusive | From finding rape victim’s body to Roy’s arrest: A detailed timeline of Kolkata police probe

In the wake of the rape and murder of a junior doctor at Kolkata’s RG Kar Hospital, social media is abuzz with allegations of complacency in the probe, a larger conspiracy, and alleged attempts to shield the “real accused”. The victim’s family had also alleged that the hospital administration and…

Newslaundry

Kolkata Horror: Viral audio clips of 'suicide' denied by police

The Victim's father also distanced himself from the alleged viral audio clips, refusing to confirm that the voice on the clip was his. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Mechanic-turned-photographer: Meet the ‘sadhu’ in the viral water cannon image

Some called him a Hindu sant. The BJP IT cell chief termed him a “symbol of defiance” against the Mamata Banerjee government. And some on social media assumed he was the grandson of former Kolkata mayor Kamal Bose.

Newslaundry

Kolkata Horror: 'Not uttered a word against students' clarifies Mamata

In a post on X, CM Mamata Banerjee said that she totally supports the student movement as it is genuine. Read further on Dynamite News:

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‘Focus shift to political tussle, sideline cause’: Kolkata front pages on violent protest over RG Kar

About 18 days after the brutal rape and murder of a junior doctor at RG Kar Hospital, protests erupted once again in Kolkata on Tuesday, demanding justice for the victim. But what began as a call for justice soon turned violent, with clashes breaking out in several parts of Kolkata…

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Bengal Bandh: Road-trains disrupted; Shots fired at BJP functionaries

The Trinamool Congress is opposing the bandh with road demonstrations, and their workers have reportedly chased away BJP supporters in North 24 Parganas. Must follow the story on Dynamite News:

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Durand Cup: Vishal Kaith stars as Mohun Bagan edge out Bengaluru FC to enter final

KOLKATA: Goalkeeper Vishal Kaith came up with a couple of gamechanging saves in the shootout for the second match running, as Mohun Bagan completed a 4-3 win on penalties in their Durand Cup semifinal against Bengaluru FC after being 2-2 in regulation time at the Salt Lake Stadium on Tuesday.

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Bengal Bandh today: Know what will remain open in this BJP-led bandh

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has called for a 12-hour bandh across West Bengal in response to the police handling of protesters heading towards the state secretariat. This demonstration comes in the wake of the recent rape and murder of a 31-year-old doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital…

The Times of India

Bengal players dominate national chess

KOLKATA: Grandmaster Surya Sekhar Ganguly narrowly missed out on his seventh National chess title after he was pipped at the post by Andhra GM Karthik Venkataraman in Gurugram on Tuesday.

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Protests Erupt In India Over Doctor's Rape And Killing

Protests in Kolkata demand official's resignation over mishandling of rape case, reigniting concerns over violence against women in India.

Newslaundry

Resting rooms, CCTV, women leaders: How a Delhi hospital crafted a safe workplace for women

Two years ago, a Delhi nurse reported being sexually molested by an operation theatre technician during a surgery. The man groped her breasts as he helped her wear a LEAD apron, radiation safety clothing worn with assistance. An internal inquiry at the hospital exposed a pattern of similar abuse endured…

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Al Jazeera

‘I need to feel safe’: After rape and murder, Indian doctors demand change

Shaken and scared, doctors in Kolkata and the rest of India demand justice and safety measures.

Dynamite News

Kolkata Horror: 'Nabanna Abhijan' Rally begins from College Square

The police has deployed vajra vehicles, water cannons, and Riot Control Force in the area while containers were placed to block the roads. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Times of India

National karate championship concludes with a strong stand for women's safety

Amidst the rising concerns over women's safety and the need for self-defense skills, the 15th edition of the All India Budo Shoto Karate Association (AIBSKA-JSKA) National Karate Championship concluded on August 24th and 25th, 2024, at The Spring Club, Kolkata. The event marked a significant milestone in the promotion of…

The Times of India

Para shuttlers confident of multiple gold at Paris Games

KOLKATA: It proved to be a disappointing outing for Indian shuttlers at Paris Olympics with Lakshya Sen coming closest to a medal with his fourth-place finish. But the Indian Paralympic contingent in badminton, who brought home four medals, including two gold, from Tokyo, is raring to change that story for…

The Times of India

Cloud over Mohammedan Sporting’s Indian Super League campaign

KOLKATA: Just days after Indian Super League confirmed that Mohammedan Sporting Club (MSC) will be the newest side in the domestic top-tier competition, taking the total number of teams in the upcoming season to 13, question marks were raised over the side’s participation this season.

Dynamite News

CBI searches RG Kar Medical College ex-Principal premises in Kolkata

According to CBI sources, searches are underway at 15 locations across the city related to Dr Ghosh and his relatives. Read further on Dynamite News:

Newslaundry

Reporters Without Orders Ep 334: Kolkata horror, searches for victim’s video on porn sites

This week, host Tanishka Sodhi is joined by independent journalist Pranab Mondal and the Quint’s Aliza Noor.

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