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Student organizations have organized a ‘Nabanna Abhijan’ rally today, August 27, marching towards the West Bengal state secretariat to peacefully protest the RG Kar incident.
'Nabanna Abhijan' Rally | Key Points
• The Trinamool Congress has alleged that the rally could be exploited by troublemakers to incite violence, while the Kolkata Police has deemed the event ‘illegal’. The government has imposed prohibitory orders in the Nabanna area.
• The students are demanding the resignation of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, citing her mishandling of the RG Kar case, where a trainee doctor was brutally raped and murdered while on duty.
• The students have assured that their march will not disrupt UGC-NET examinations, which are scheduled in two shifts.
• Despite these assurances, some educational institutions have opted to conduct online classes on Tuesday or have declared a holiday.
In other developments, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has completed two rounds of polygraph tests on Sandip Ghosh, the former principal of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. Lie detection tests were also conducted on the primary suspect, Sanjoy Roy.
The Calcutta High Court has granted the CBI three weeks to submit a progress report on the investigation into the RG Kar hospital and associated financial irregularities, with the report due by September 17.
Nabanna Abhijan LIVE Updates: What is a Polygraph Test?
A polygraph test, commonly known as a lie detector test, evaluates the truthfulness of statements from suspects and witnesses. It monitors physiological responses such as heart rate, breathing patterns, sweating, and blood pressure to identify inconsistencies in their statements.
Aug 27, 2024 6:31 PM IST
Nabanna Abhijan LIVE Updates: CBI Authorized to Administer Polygraph Test on ASI Anup Dutta
The CBI has been granted permission to conduct a polygraph test on ASI Anup Dutta in connection with the rape and murder case involving a female doctor. The polygraph test for Sandip Ghosh, the former principal of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, has already been completed, according to CBI sources.
Aug 27, 2024 6:09 PM IST
Nabanna Abhijan LIVE Updates: Protest March Erupts into Violence
Protesters have broken through police barricades, chanted slogans, and clashed with law enforcement over the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital rape-murder case.
Aug 27, 2024 5:56 PM IST
Nabanna Abhijan LIVE Updates: West Bengal Government Responds to BJP Strike Call
The West Bengal government has urged the public to refrain from participating in the BJP's 12-hour general strike scheduled for August 28. The administration assured that it will take all necessary measures to maintain normalcy despite the bandh.
The BJP has called for the strike from 6 AM to 6 PM to protest against police actions during the ‘Nabanna’ march to the state secretariat.
Chief Advisor to Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, Alapan Bandopadhyay, announced that transportation services will remain operational and that businesses and shops are expected to stay open. He also urged state government employees to report to work.
Aug 27, 2024 4:41 PM IST
Nabanna Abhijan LIVE Updates: Bengali Artists Appeal for Safer Workplaces
Over a hundred female artists from the Bengali film industry have written to the state-run Tele Academy, demanding safer workplaces following the outrage over the rape and murder of a doctor at RG Kar Hospital. The letter, also sent to the Eastern India Motion Picture Association (EIMPA) and the West Bengal Motion Picture Artistes Forum, was signed by prominent figures such as director Aparna Sen, and actors Rupa Ganguly, Swastika Mukherjee, Paoli Dam, Sohini Sarkar, Sohini Sengupta, Bidipta Chakraborty, Chaitali Dasgupta, Anuradha Ray, Shakuntala Barua, and scriptwriter Meghatithi Banerjee.
Aug 27, 2024 4:36 PM IST
Nabanna Abhijan LIVE Updates: Nadda Criticizes Bengal CM Mamata
BJP President JP Nadda has condemned the Kolkata police for their alleged excessive force against protesters rallying over the rape and murder of a trainee doctor, stating, "In Didi's West Bengal, supporting rapists and criminals takes precedence."
Aug 27, 2024 4:04 PM IST
Nabanna Abhijan LIVE Updates: CBI to Seek AIIMS Expertise on DNA and Forensic Evidence
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) plans to consult experts from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) regarding the DNA and forensic evidence related to the alleged rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College, according to officials on Tuesday.
To strengthen their case, the CBI intends to send these reports to AIIMS for professional analysis. The goal is to ascertain whether Sanjay Roy, the primary suspect, acted alone or if there were additional individuals involved in the crime, officials noted.
Aug 27, 2024 4:02 PM IST
Nabanna Abhijan LIVE Updates: BJP Declares 12-Hour General Strike
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has announced a 12-hour general strike in West Bengal for Wednesday to protest the police actions against those participating in the march to the state secretariat.
Aug 27, 2024 3:45 PM IST
Nabanna Abhijan LIVE Updates: BJP Intensifies Criticism of Mamata Banerjee
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has criticized West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, accusing her of shielding those involved in the rape and murder of a doctor at RG Kar Hospital in Kolkata. The BJP has also demanded that the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) administer a polygraph test to Banerjee. In response to the lathi-charge on demonstrators, the party has labeled Banerjee a dictator and called for her resignation.
Aug 27, 2024 3:39 PM IST
Nabanna Abhijan LIVE Updates: National Task Force Discusses Healthcare Worker Safety
The National Task Force (NTF) has reviewed various inputs and representations concerning the safety, security, and working conditions of healthcare workers at medical facilities, sources reported.
The NTF has decided to further engage with stakeholders such as the Indian Medical Association (IMA) and resident doctors' associations to gather their perspectives and concerns. Given the tight timeline, the team aims to draft their recommendations promptly.
The source added that while some inputs have been considered, there are plans to expand the discussion to ensure a thorough and inclusive framework. This will help prioritize issues and develop a clear implementation strategy.
The Union Health Ministry will also launch a portal for stakeholders to submit their feedback and views on the issue.
Aug 27, 2024 3:37 PM IST
Nabanna Abhijan LIVE Updates: SC-Appointed Task Force Holds Inaugural Meeting
The Supreme Court-appointed panel tasked with developing a safety and security protocol for healthcare professionals held its inaugural meeting on Tuesday. The panel decided to conduct comprehensive consultations with stakeholders to identify critical issues and draft a framework to address them.
The 10-member National Task Force (NTF) was established after the Supreme Court took suo motu notice of the alleged rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata, which led to widespread protests across the country.