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As outrage over the alleged gangrape of a 23-year-old medical student in Durgapur spreads, civil society groups across West Bengal have announced renewed protests demanding justice and accountability. The “Reclaim the Night Again” campaign — spearheaded by Abhaya Manch , a collective that emerged after the RG Kar Medical College rape-murder case — is set to hold a massive protest on October 14 at 8 PM near Jadavpur 8B Bus Stand in Kolkata. The group’s Women-Trans-Queer United wing has mobilised support from hundreds of participants, including students, writers, and activists, asserting that women and marginalized communities must reclaim public spaces and challenge the culture of silence and impunity surrounding gender-based violence. Voices of Protest and Resistance Activist and writer Satabdi Das , spokesperson for Abhaya Manch, stated that the protest is a continuation of their earlier movement following the RG Kar tragedy in August. “We took to the streets then demanding j...

Introduction Television actor Ashish Kapoor , best known for his roles in several popular Hindi serials, has been remanded to 14-day judicial custody after being arrested from Pune last week. He is accused in a gangrape case involving a 24-year-old woman. The investigation remains ongoing, with crucial evidence including the complainant’s missing phone yet to be recovered. The Case Background According to the complaint, the woman – a professional based in Gurugram – attended a house party in Delhi’s Civil Lines on August 10, 2025 . She alleged that Kapoor, along with his friend, forced her into a washroom where she was raped. The incident was reportedly filmed on her own phone , which was later snatched from her. The complainant further alleged that she was assaulted by a woman at the party and threatened with the leaked video . An FIR was registered on August 11, 2025 , under charges of gangrape and assault, with Kapoor named as the primary perpetrator . Arrest After Three We...

BJP President JP Nadda Constitutes Four-Member Probe Panel In response to the shocking gang-rape of a female law student inside the South Calcutta Law College , BJP national president JP Nadda has constituted a four-member inquiry committee to investigate the incident. The committee includes: Satpal Singh , former Union Minister Meenakshi Lekhi , former Union Minister Biplab Kumar Deb , Member of Parliament and former Tripura CM Manan Kumar Mishra , Member of Parliament The team has been tasked with visiting the crime scene, interacting with authorities and stakeholders, and submitting a report directly to BJP chief JP Nadda . In a statement, the BJP condemned the incident and raised serious concerns about the law and order situation in West Bengal , calling the crime "heinous and reprehensible." Details of the Incident: Assault Inside Law College Premises The incident reportedly took place inside the South Calcutta Law College , located in Kolkata’s K...

West Bengal Legislative Assembly Passes 'Aparajita  Anti-Rape Bill' Introduction: Historic Legislation Passed The West Bengal Legislative Assembly made a significant move by unanimously passing the 'Aparajita Woman and Child Bill (West Bengal Criminal Laws and Amendment) 2024' on Tuesday. This bill, named 'Aparajita' meaning "unconquerable," aims to introduce stricter penalties for crimes against women and children, particularly in response to the tragic events that have recently gripped the state. Context: Tragic Incident Sparks Legislative Action This bill's passage follows the horrifying rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical Centre and Hospital on August 9, which sent shockwaves throughout the state and country. The public outcry and protests by medical professionals underscored the need for more stringent laws to protect women and children from such heinous crimes. Support from the Chief Minister: Mamata Banerjee’s Stand West Be...