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Tamil Nadu Student Suicide: Supreme Court refuses to interfere with Madras HC order on CBI probe

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The Supreme Court on Monday refused to interfere with the decision of the Madras High Court to transfer to CBI, the alleged religious conversion and suicide case of a 17-year-old in Thanjavur. 

A Bench comprising Justice Sanjiv Khanna and Justice Bela Trivedi passed the order on a special leave petition filed by the Tamil Nadu government, through the state’s Director General of Police (DGP), challenging the order of the Madras High Court (Madurai Bench) transferring the case from local police to the CBI.

The Apex Court told the Tamil Nadu Government to not make the case a prestige issue by opposing the High Court order for a CBI investigation. The Court further asked the Tamil Nadu Police to hand over all the evidence collected until now to the CBI.

The Bench also made it clear that the CBI should also probe the allegations of forced conversion.

While issuing notice to the respondents, the Court directed that the investigation will continue in terms of the impugned order.

The DGP said that the High Court erred in transferring the probe to CBI. The petition also sought directions from the Supreme court to expunge the remarks made by the High Court against the investigation conducted by the State Police.

The Madras High Court, in its January 31 order, had ordered CBI probe, after taking a critical view of the stand taken by the local police that there was no basis for the allegation that the suicide was due to the forced attempts by the girl’s Missionary School to convert her to Christianity.

The case stems from an incident that took place in January, when a girl student had consumed pesticide when she was in her school hostel. The girl, a Class 12 student of Sacred Heart Higher Secondary School, Michealpatti, had died on January 19 following an attempt to suicide. After her death, certain video clips of her recorded by a third party named Muthuvel emerged in social media, in which the girl had allegedly made statements about forcible conversion attempts.

A Single-Judge Bench of Justice G.S. Swaminathan had passed the orders on a plea by Lavanya’s father, seeking probe by a Central agency into his daughter’s death.

The High Court had heavily criticised Thanjavur SP Ravali Priya for holding a press conference ruling out the conversion angle, stating that the SP “probably forgot the virtues of silence”.

The suicide case should be investigated from all angles, the judge noted and pulled up the SP for choosing to ‘proclaim’ that Justice Swaminathan also pointed out to an interview given by School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi. The Judge observed that since the high ranking minister himself has taken a stand, investigation cannot continue with the state police.

In one of the recorded videos that emerged in public, Lavanya stated that she was was tortured and exploited by hostel warden Sagaya Mary, and was being forced to convert to Christianity.

The family of Lavanya has demanded a CBI probe in the suicide case. Lavanya’s parents said that they do not trust the probe of Tamil Nadu Police and want CBI to investigate the matter .The family alleged that the police is ignoring religious conversion and only focusing on harassment by the nuns. Lavanya’s parents continued to maintain that the mistreatment was because Lavanya had refused to convert to Christianity.

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Outrage in Badlapur: Public Protests Over Alleged Sexual Assault of Kindergarten Students

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A wave of public outrage has erupted in Badlapur, Thane, after the shocking revelation of an alleged sexual assault on two kindergarten students at a local school. The incident has sparked widespread protests, leading to the blockage of railway tracks and a strong response from the state government.

The Incident:

The horrifying incident came to light when two young girls, aged three and four, reported pain in their private parts after attending school. The parents of one of the victims, concerned by their daughter’s distress, questioned her and discovered that she had been sexually assaulted by a male attendant at the school. The accused, 23-year-old Akshay Shinde, was reportedly employed on a contractual basis as a cleaner. It was revealed that the assault occurred when the girls went to use the toilet, a space shockingly unmonitored by female staff, a glaring oversight by the school administration.

Public Outcry:

As news of the assault spread, parents and local citizens were overcome with anger and fear for the safety of their children. On Tuesday, they stormed the school, expressing their fury by vandalizing the premises. The protests quickly escalated, with demonstrators blocking railway tracks at Badlapur railway station, disrupting train services from as early as 8:30 am. The protest turned violent at points, with some agitators hurling stones, but the situation was eventually brought under control by the police.

Government Response:

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has taken swift action in response to the incident. He has ordered the police to impose charges of attempted rape against the accused, alongside provisions under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. Recognizing the gravity of the situation, the Chief Minister announced that a special public prosecutor would be appointed to fast-track the case, ensuring that justice is served promptly.

School Management Under Scrutiny:

The school management has also come under intense scrutiny following the incident. The principal, a class teacher, and a female attendant have been suspended as investigations continue. The Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) has warned of strict legal action if the school’s management is found negligent or complicit in the crime. Additionally, the CMO has called for a thorough review of the implementation of Sakhi Savitri committees in schools, which are intended to protect and support students.

Conclusion:

The Badlapur incident has sent shockwaves through the community, igniting a conversation about the safety of children in educational institutions. As protests continue and investigations proceed, the public is demanding accountability and swift justice for the victims. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of vigilance and proper oversight in schools to protect the most vulnerable members of society.

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A Fortress Betrayed: The Murder of a Young Doctor Shatters Trust

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 The brutal rape and murder of a 31-year-old post-graduate trainee doctor within the hallowed halls of RG Kar Medical College Hospital has sent shockwaves through the nation. The incident, a stark violation of trust and safety, has exposed deep-rooted systemic failures in protecting women, even in institutions dedicated to healing.

The victim, a beacon of hope and dedication, met a tragic end in a place meant to nurture life. Her lifeless body, bearing the horrific marks of violence, was discovered in a seminar hall, a sanctuary transformed into a chamber of horrors. The brutality of the crime has ignited a firestorm of outrage, with the medical community leading the charge in demanding justice. The protests that have erupted across West Bengal are a testament to the collective grief and anger over this heinous act.

The arrest of Sanjay Roy, a civic volunteer with access to the hospital, marks a significant step in the investigation. However, the case has raised critical questions about security protocols, the vetting process for hospital staff, and the overall environment in which healthcare professionals operate. The incident has underscored the urgent need for comprehensive measures to prevent such tragedies from recurring.

Beyond the immediate shock and outrage, the case has brought to the forefront the broader issue of women’s safety in public spaces. The hospital, a place traditionally perceived as a safe haven, has been exposed as vulnerable. This incident serves as a stark reminder that no institution, however revered, is immune to the pervasive threat of violence against women.

The medical fraternity, already overburdened with the challenges of healthcare delivery, is now grappling with the added trauma of insecurity. Doctors and nurses, who dedicate their lives to saving lives, are demanding a safe working environment. Their protests are a call for urgent action to address the systemic issues that allowed this tragedy to occur.

As the nation mourns the loss of a young life, the focus now shifts to ensuring justice for the victim and preventing similar crimes in the future. The case serves as a grim reminder that even the most sacred of spaces can become battlegrounds for those seeking to inflict harm. It is imperative that the authorities conduct a thorough investigation, bringing the perpetrators to justice and implementing stringent measures to prevent such heinous acts from recurring.

The murder of the young doctor is a tragedy of immense proportions, but it is also a wake-up call. It demands a comprehensive response that addresses not only the immediate concerns of safety but also the underlying issues of gender inequality and violence against women.

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Rickshaw Driver Crushed to Death by Speeding SUV at Versova Beach; Two Arrested

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In a tragic incident at Versova Beach, Mumbai, a 36-year-old rickshaw driver, Ganesh Yadav, was crushed to death by a speeding SUV in the early hours of August 12. Yadav, along with fellow rickshaw driver Bablu Srivastava, was sleeping on the beach pavement to escape the city’s humidity when the fatal accident occurred.

The Versova police swiftly arrested the two accused, Nikhil Jawale (34) and Shubam Dongre (33), and charged them with culpable homicide not amounting to murder. The suspects were produced before a local court in Andheri, where they were remanded to five days in police custody for further investigation. Authorities have also sent their blood samples for testing to determine if they were driving under the influence of alcohol at the time of the incident.

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