The West Bengal Assembly has recently passed 'Aparajita' Bill, marking a significant step in the fight against sexual violence. Named in response to the tragic rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical Centre, this legislation is a pioneering move by West Bengal, making it the first state to amend central laws related to sexual offenses. The bill introduces several critical reforms, including stricter penalties for rape, enhanced protection for survivors, and expedited judicial processes to ensure faster justice. It also establishes special fast-track courts dedicated to handling such cases. The West Bengal government, led by Mamata Banerjee, convened a special 2-day session to accelerate the bill's passage in response to widespread protests and public outrage. This initiative aims to address the growing demand for more robust measures against sexual crimes and to provide a stronger legal framework for the protection of women. Watch video to know all about Aparajita Bill passed by West Bengal government.
04 September,2024 05:33 PM IST
Ripun Bora resigned from the Trinamool Congress (TMC), saying that although he admired Mamata Banerjee's leadership and hoped to fight the BJP in Assam through the party, he realized that the people of Assam view TMC as a regional party from Bengal and do not support it. Bora joined TMC in 2022, expecting it to help intensify the fight against BJP. However, he found that continuing with TMC would not be effective because the party is not accepted by the people of Assam. He felt that staying in TMC would be a waste of time and energy, and thus decided to leave in search of a more effective platform to challenge the BJP.
02 September,2024 04:39 PM IST
Following recent clashes at Bhatpara, two individuals with bullet injuries to the head were admitted to Manipal Hospitals Broadway at around 11:30 am, where they are currently under close supervision in the ICU. This incident occurred amidst allegations from BJP leader Priyangu Pandey, who claimed that TMC supporters attacked his car with bombs and gunfire. Former BJP MP Arjun Singh suggested that there was a deliberate plan to kill Pandey. In response to escalating tensions, the BJP organized a 12-hour 'Bengal Bandh' on August 28 to protest against the Mamata Banerjee government. This Bengal bandh followed a chaotic Nabanna protest where police used lathi charges and tear gas on demonstrators. The West Bengal police also detained several BJP workers during the bandh as tensions between the BJP and TMC continue to rise.
28 August,2024 05:10 PM IST
On August 27, the West Bengal Governor criticized Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, accusing her government of defying a Supreme Court order. The same day, Kolkata Police clashed with protesters during the Nabanna March, which was organized to demand justice for a trainee doctor raped and murdered at RG Kar Medical College. The protest turned chaotic as demonstrators broke through barricades, resulting in violent confrontations with the police. The authorities responded with tear gas, water cannons, and lath-charges to disperse the crowd. This aggressive response further escalated tensions, as protesters expressed their outrage over the crime. The situation highlighted growing unrest and dissatisfaction with the state’s handling of both the criminal case and the broader issues of governance.
28 August,2024 05:06 PM IST
On August 28, the BJP called for a 12-hour 'Bengal Bandh' to protest against the West Bengal government after police clashed with protestors during the Nabanna Abhijan Rally. The rally, held on August 27, was organized to demand justice for the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College. During the protest, police used lathis and tear gas to disperse the crowd, leading to further tensions. In response, BJP leaders took to the streets, criticizing Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and demanding action. The West Bengal Police detained several BJP leaders as the Kolkara unrest continued. TMC leader Kunal Ghosh accused the BJP of trying to create chaos in the state, adding to the already heightened emotions surrounding the tragic incident.
28 August,2024 03:17 PM IST
The Kolkata doctor rape and murder case has sparked outrage across India. A nationwide protest has erupted. BJP leader Shehzad Poonawalla has criticized West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee in the wake of the tragic rape and murder of a woman resident doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. Poonawalla highlighted that the Calcutta High Court's decision to transfer the investigation to the CBI indicates a lack of trust in the state government's handling of the case. He accused Banerjee of failing in her constitutional and moral duties, suggesting she should resign immediately. Poonawalla further condemned her for allegedly trivializing the violence that occurred on August 14-15 by attributing it to political factions, accusing her party, TMC, of an anti-Hindu bias and failing to address the grave incident with the seriousness it demands.
16 August,2024 03:48 PM IST
BJP leader Gaurav Bhatia has criticized West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for her handling of a recent case, suggesting that she might be trying to shield someone. Bhatia questioned why Banerjee delayed transferring the case to the CBI, arguing that quick action would have led to a fairer investigation and better preservation of evidence. He pointed out that the first 48 hours are crucial for collecting evidence and implied that the delay could have weakened the investigation. Bhatia is concerned that Banerjee’s delay might have compromised the case and is demanding answers from her. He accused Banerjee of potentially obstructing justice by not acting promptly, which he believes could have hindered the proper investigation into the matter.
14 August,2024 04:19 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 29th of May held a public rally in Mathurapur, West Bengal. While addressing the public, PM Modi made scathing attacks on TMC & Mamata Banerjee. He said that TMC goons are attacking math. Further, he added that by snatching away rights of OBCs, reservation is being given to Muslims. Narendra Modi said, “TMC wants to demolish Bengal’s identity, they are not even leaving Bengal math, Ramkrishna Math. They are abusing these maths. Its goons are attacking maths. For appeasement, TMC is attacking the Constitution. By snatching away rights of OBCs, reservation is being given to Muslims. Calcutta HC has cancelled these certificates...On June 1 with your vote, we will start the new journey of 'Viksit Bengal'. Today, infiltrators are grabbing the opportunities meant for the youth of Bengal. The whole nation is worried that the demography has changed in border areas of the state. Why did they protest against CAA? Because they want to settle the infiltrators here."
29 May,2024 04:52 PM IST
Amid the ongoing Lok Sabha Election Phase 6, in a dramatic turn of events at a polling booth in West Bengal, BJP candidate from Medinipur Lok Sabha seat, Agnimitra Paul alleged that BJP polling agents are not being allowed inside polling booths in Keshiary as voting is underway in the parliamentary constituency. “Are you not seeing that our party polling agent has been sent out of here? Why are you letting West Bengal Police come inside the polling booth?..." she tells the Central forces personnel present there. She further said, "Our polling agents are not being allowed to sit inside the polling booth. Last night, the police picked up many of our party workers and polling agents. At Keshiary, our polling agent was taken away. West Bengal was conducting voting in favour of TMC here."
25 May,2024 04:18 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi challenged the opposition over CAA while addressing a public rally in Uttar Pradesh’s Lalganj. PM Modi accused the opposition of being hypocritical and communal. PM Narendra Modi said, “It's Modi who has unmasked you. You are a hypocrite, communal. You left this nation in communal fire for 60 years. I am saying it clearly, it's Modi's guarantee 'desh-videsh kahin se bhi, jo bhi taakat ikatthi karni hai kar lo', you can't end CAA.” Watch video for more.
16 May,2024 05:50 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
