A woman resident doctor at Mumbai's Sion Hospital was assaulted early Sunday by an intoxicated patient and his relatives. The incident occurred around 3:30 a.m. when the patient, injured and accompanied by five to six inebriated relatives, verbally abused, threatened, and physically attacked the doctor. She sustained injuries while defending herself, and the assailants fled the hospital. This assault happened amid nationwide protests over the rape and murder of a woman trainee doctor in Kolkata. A police case has been filed, and the medical community demands stronger measures to ensure the safety of healthcare professionals.

In the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital rape and murder case, the victim’s family alleges multiple individuals from the department were involved. They claim departmental negligence allowed the incident to occur. However, the family denies providing any names to the CBI, which is investigating the case. The victim’s father questions whether the murder happened elsewhere before the body was placed in the seminar hall. The family suggests there might be a larger network behind the crime but refrains from naming suspects, citing ongoing judicial processes.

Former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly’s wife, Dona, clarified her absence from the women’s protest on August 14 against the RG Kar Medical College incident. She stated that she did not attend due to her daughter Sana's severe illness that night. Despite support for the cause, Dona emphasized that Sana's health crisis prevented their participation. Sourav Ganguly had previously condemned the incident and called for stringent punishment for the perpetrators. However, his statements have faced criticism and misinterpretation. The Gangulys reaffirmed their commitment to supporting women’s safety and justice for the RG Kar case.

In response to nationwide protests over the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College, the Union Home Ministry has instructed all state police forces to submit law and order reports every two hours. Reports can be sent via email, fax, or WhatsApp. This directive aims to monitor the situation and ensure swift responses to any developments. The victim's case, now under CBI investigation, has sparked widespread outrage, with demands for justice and reforms to protect healthcare workers and improve their working conditions.

Kolkata Police summoned BJP leader Locket Chatterjee, Dr Kunal Sarkar, and Dr Subarna Goswami on Sunday for allegedly spreading misleading information and revealing the identity of the trainee doctor raped and murdered at RG Kar Medical College on August nine. The police accused Dr Sarkar and Dr Goswami of disseminating false details about the post-mortem report, while Chatterjee allegedly disclosed the victim's identity. Two cases have been registered. The situation remains tense as the individuals are expected at Lalbazar for questioning. A nationwide strike by the Indian Medical Association in protest of the incident ended today.

A nationwide strike was observed on Saturday, with doctors protesting the alleged rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College in Kolkata. The 24-hour agitation, called by the Indian Medical Association (IMA), saw participation from medical professionals across various states. The strike, which began at 6 am, aimed to demand justice for the victim and included calls for better working conditions and enhanced safety measures for healthcare professionals. Despite the strike, emergency services remained operational. Doctors also condemned the vandalism at RG Kar Medical College during the protests earlier this week.

Kolkata Police has banned gatherings of more than five people around R G Kar Medical College from August 18 to 24, following mass protests over the rape and murder of a trainee doctor. The ban includes areas surrounding Belgachia Road and Shyambazar, where tensions have been high. The police also prohibited carrying weapons or any activity disrupting public peace. The opposition criticized the decision, accusing the government of trying to suppress public dissent and curb protests. The situation remains tense as activists plan further demonstrations despite the restrictions.

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) will conduct a psychological assessment of Sanjay Roy, accused in the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College. This move follows a nationwide 24-hour strike by doctors, organized by the Indian Medical Association (IMA), demanding justice for the victim and the implementation of the Central Protection Act. Despite the strike, essential services remained open while Out Patient Departments (OPDs) were closed. The IMA has appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for intervention, amid growing outrage and calls for stricter laws to protect healthcare workers.

In response to the recent rape and murder of a doctor in Kolkata, the West Bengal government has launched the "Rattirer Sathi" programme to enhance safety for women working night shifts. The initiative includes CCTV coverage, women volunteers, mobile apps with police-linked alarms, and breathalyser checks at hospitals. Additional measures include night patrols at medical institutions, visible identity cards for staff, and a 12-hour limit on shifts for women doctors. This launch comes as doctors across India protest the brutal incident and demand stronger protection laws. The Indian Medical Association has also urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi for intervention.

The father of the trainee doctor raped and murdered at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College suspects his daughter may have been killed in another room and her body later moved to the seminar hall. He cites recent renovation work near the crime scene as a potential attempt to destroy evidence. The father has informed the CBI of police lapses and remains hopeful for justice. Meanwhile, the Calcutta High Court has questioned the timing of the renovations. The case has sparked widespread protests and allegations involving hospital staff, intensifying calls for accountability.