Kapil Sibal informs SC about rape threats to female lawyers representing West Bengal in RG Kar case
New Delhi: Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal informed the Supreme Court on Tuesday that female lawyers from his chambers were receiving rape and physical harm threats for representing the State of West Bengal in the case concerning the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital.
Sibal expressed concerns before a bench comprising Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud and Justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra, stating that women in his chambers were being threatened with acid attacks and rape, and that posts were circulating about him laughing during the proceedings.
"There are threats to women in my chamber, and then there are posts about me laughing. People are saying acid will be thrown at them, and they will be raped," Sibal said.
The Court reassured him, with CJI Chandrachud stating, "If there are any such threats to any man or woman, we will step in."
Sibal also raised concerns about the impact of live-streaming the hearings on the lawyers’ reputations, stating that the 50-year reputation he had built was being destroyed overnight due to misinterpretations of court remarks. He requested the Court to halt the live-streaming, but the CJI declined, maintaining that it was in the public interest.
The case relates to the rape and murder of a 31-year-old resident doctor, whose body was found on August 9 in a seminar hall of RG Kar Medical College. An autopsy confirmed that the doctor had been raped and murdered. The incident sparked protests across the country, with doctors demanding stronger laws and increased protection for medical professionals.
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is currently handling the probe, following an order from the Calcutta High Court. The Supreme Court took suo motu cognizance of the matter, issuing several directives, including the establishment of a National Task Force to address issues related to the safety of medical professionals and gender-based violence. The Court also ordered the State of West Bengal to file a status report on the acts of vandalism that took place at the hospital following the incident and directed that Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) security be deployed at the hospital.
The CBI is expected to submit a status report on the investigation soon.
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Vibrant Engineers' Day Celebrations at BIT
Mangaluru: On September 17, 2024, Bearys Institute of Technology celebrated Engineers' Day with great enthusiasm, paying tribute to the remarkable contributions of engineers to society. The event was Coordinated by Dr. Abdullah Gubbi, Prof. Nikhita C, and Prof. Sujay of ECE Department ensuring a memorable experience for all participants.
The day's highlight was an insightful invited talk delivered by Mr. Sarun P from IPCS Global. His address, focusing on the practical applications of PLC and SCADA in modern industries, captivated the audience and shed light on emerging trends in the engineering domain.
In addition to the talk, the celebration featured a variety of engaging activities such as an elocution competition, project displays, and a quiz. These activities provided students with a platform to showcase their knowledge, creativity, and passion for engineering.
The elocution competition saw students eloquently express their views on various engineering innovations and their societal impacts. The project displays highlighted cutting-edge research and practical engineering solutions developed by the students. The quiz, designed to test the participants' technical acumen, added a competitive yet fun element to the event.
The Engineers' Day celebration not only honored the profession but also fostered a sense of camaraderie among students and faculty alike. With events like these, BIT continues to inspire its students to strive for excellence and innovation in their engineering careers.
