Aug 22, 2024
"सरकार उनकी है तो क्या": In a startling revelation to the Supreme Court, the West Bengal govt admitted some Muslim castes were added to OBC list in less than 24 hours, while others included even before applying, exposing significant procedural breaches
In a recent development that has sparked significant controversy, the West Bengal government is facing intense scrutiny. The state administration under Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has been accused of improperly integrating the Muslim community into the Other Backward Class (OBC) quota. This move, allegedly done without thorough vetting, seems tailored to secure the minority vote bank for her party, the All Indian Trinamool Congress (AITC). This policy is not entirely new, as it appears to be a continuation—and an expansion—of the practices formerly enacted by the previous Communist Party...
Aug 22, 2024
"जनता की याददाश्त": In a chilling recall of Kolkata's escalating violence, an unidentified woman’s brutally injured body found in Anandapur following the horrifying RG Kar Hospital rape & murder case, BJP slams Mamata Banerjee for failing to protect women
On Wednesday, 21st August, an alarming incident unfolded on the southern outskirts of Kolkata, where an unidentified woman’s body was discovered behind bushes in a desolate area at Anandapur, according to police reports. The lifeless body was found in the Nonadanga Sabujpalli area, ward 108 under the Anandapur Police Station's jurisdiction. This shocking discovery has sent ripples of fear and concern throughout the local community. The incident occurs amidst the ongoing nationwide outcry over the recent and equally horrifying rape and murder of a 31-year-old trainee female doctor at Kolkata...
Aug 22, 2024
"ममता दीदी": In West Bengal, TMC worker Firoz Khan brutally rapes a married woman at gunpoint for rejecting his advances, inserts a gun into her genitals, and captures assault on video, all while her 4-year-old son watched in terror tied in a gunny bag
In a shocking event that has stirred the community of Karimpur village within the Bolpur area of Birbhum district, a formal police report (FIR) was registered on Wednesday, August 21. This report documents a grave accusation against Firoz Khan, identified as a worker of the Trinamool Congress (TMC), who allegedly committed a violent act against a married woman.
Aug 21, 2024
"मेरे घर आई एक नन्ही परी": In Maharashtra, another Hindu girl, Pooja Shivraj Pawar, a bright science student with a 96% distinction, tragically ended her life after relentless harassment by garage mechanic Qasim Pathan, sparking protests demanding justice
In a heartrending incident in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, formerly known as Aurangabad, a young girl succumbed to relentless harassment, leading her to take her own life. Pooja Shivraj Pawar, a 16-year-old student and resident of Ohar, tragically ended her life by jumping into a well. This despairing act occurred around 1 pm on Sunday, 18th August, in the quiet locale of Aher village.
Aug 21, 2024
"Unauthorized and illegal forum": TISS Mumbai bans the Progressive Students Forum (PSF), accused of misleading students, obstructing the institute's operations, creating divisions among students and faculty, & defaming the institute, per Prof. Anil Sutar
On August 19, the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) in Mumbai took decisive action against the Progressive Students Forum (PSF), an organization with ties to the Left-leaning Students Federation of India (SFI). TISS issued a formal notice declaring the ban of PSF, citing serious allegations that the group had been engaging in activities detrimental to the academic environment and the institute's reputation. The notice, signed by Registrar Professor Anil Sutar, labeled PSF as "unauthorized and illegal" on campus.
Aug 21, 2024
"गर फिरदौस बर रूये ज़मी अस्त": In Kishtwar, a minor Hindu girl raped by a Muslim boy, sparking widespread protests and accusations against SHO Zaheer Iqbal for protecting the accused; a magisterial inquiry ordered to restore justice after the protest
On August 18th, a deeply troubling incident unfolded in the Marwah area of Kishtwar district, Jammu and Kashmir, where a 15-year-old minor Hindu girl was reportedly raped by a Muslim boy. This event ignited a wave of outrage among the local Hindu community, leading to significant protests organized by groups including the Sanatan Dharam Sabha. The community's reaction highlighted not only the severity of the alleged crime but also the broader concerns of safety and security for Hindus in the region.
Aug 21, 2024
"जैसे रेप हुआ, आप लोगों को भी करेंगे": Staff and burses at RG Kar Hospital recall threats during vandalism; Bikashranjan Bhattacharya, the victim’s lawyer, claims Mamata Banerjee’s goons posed as doctors to forge his name for Supreme Court signatures
On a tense Tuesday, the 20th of August, the Supreme Court of India brought to light the escalating concerns regarding the safety of healthcare professionals, particularly highlighting the plight of female doctors at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata. During a critical hearing, Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud voiced alarming details about the behavior of the mob involved in the recent vandalism at the hospital. "They threatened the people leading the protests with the same fate that had befallen the deceased victim, alluding to the rape threats to women doctors," he stated...
Aug 20, 2024
"का का छी छी": Bikash Ranjan Bhattacharya accuses Mamata Banerjee of using a rate card for rape victims and buying witnesses; concerns deepen with reports of a hurried cremation in Kolkata, suggesting police involvement in covering up evidence
In a somber reflection of recent events, the aftermath of a tragic incident at the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata has continued to unfold. Over a week following the horrendous rape and murder of a junior doctor, a stark accusation has been levied against West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.
Aug 20, 2024
"न्याय, मलाई मार के": In 1992, hundreds of Hindu girls were exploited in the Ajmer gangrape case by 'Khadims' of the Dargah and ex-Congressman Nafis Chisti, with the perpetrators only being convicted by the POCSO court after a long, grueling 32 years
In a significant development, the POCSO court has delivered a historic verdict in the Ajmer 1992 Sex Scandal, finding six individuals guilty. The accused, who have long been under the shadow of this heinous crime, appeared before the court, which will announce the sentences at 2 pm on August 20. One of the accused remains at large, highlighting the ongoing challenges in bringing all involved to justice.