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Malay Mail
8 hours ago
- Politics
- Malay Mail
Fresh anger in Kolkata as law student gang-raped, just half-a-year after doctor's rapist get life sentence
NEW DELHI, June 28 — Indian police have arrested three men accused of gang raping a law student in Kolkata, officials said yesterday, a case that has reignited anger in a city still scarred by the rape and murder of a doctor last year. The survivor said she was assaulted on Wednesday evening inside a room on the college premises, Indian media reported, with the three accused including two current and one former student. The All India Trinamool Congress (AITC), the ruling party in West Bengal state, said the 'full weight of the law will be brought to bear'. The case again highlights the chronic issue of sexual violence in the world's most populous country, where an average of nearly 90 rapes a day were reported in 2022. It has also sparked fresh political clashes between the AITC and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The BJP accused the AITC-led state government of failing to protect women. West Bengal had become a 'breeding ground for crimes against women', the BJP said in a statement. 'State machinery continues to fail its daughters'. The AITC rejected the accusations. The assault comes after a Kolkata court in January sentenced the rapist and murderer of a 31-year-old doctor to life in prison. Her killing in August 2024 at a state-run hospital in Kolkata triggered protests, with candlelight marches and nationwide outrage over the continuing violence against women. The brutality of that attack drew comparisons to the 2012 gang rape and murder of a young woman on a bus in New Delhi, a crime that shocked the country and led to widespread demonstrations. — AFP
Khaleej Times
a day ago
- Politics
- Khaleej Times
India arrests three accused of gang raping law student in Kolkata
Indian police have arrested three men accused of gang raping a law student in Kolkata, officials said Friday, a case that has reignited anger in a city still scarred by the rape and murder of a doctor last year. The survivor said she was assaulted on Wednesday evening inside a room on the college premises, Indian media reported, with the three accused including two current and one former student. The All India Trinamool Congress (AITC), the ruling party in West Bengal state, said the "full weight of the law will be brought to bear". The case again highlights the chronic issue of sexual violence in the world's most populous country, where an average of nearly 90 rapes a day were reported in 2022. It has also sparked fresh political clashes between the AITC and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The BJP accused the AITC-led state government of failing to protect women. West Bengal had become a "breeding ground for crimes against women", the BJP said in a statement. "State machinery continues to fail its daughters". The AITC rejected the accusations. The assault comes after a Kolkata court in January sentenced the rapist and murderer of a 31-year-old doctor to life in prison. Her killing in August 2024 at a state-run hospital in Kolkata triggered protests, with candlelight marches and nationwide outrage over the continuing violence against women. The brutality of that attack drew comparisons to the 2012 gang rape and murder of a young woman on a bus in New Delhi, a crime that shocked the country and led to widespread demonstrations.
Yahoo
21-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
India's Dhunseri Group to expand packaging films business
India-based Dhunseri Group is set to invest over Rs22bn ($254.4m) by the financial year 2028-29 to enhance its flexible packaging films business through both greenfield and brownfield projects, says Business Standard. The investment aims to expand production capacity and cater to the growing market demand. For the greenfield project in Kathua, Jammu and Kashmir, the group has earmarked an investment of about Rs12.4bn. Additionally, approximately Rs10bn will be allocated for the brownfield project at Panagarh in West Bengal. These expansions are expected to be carried out by Dhunseri Poly Films (DPFPL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Dhunseri Ventures. Dhunseri Poly Films will expand its operations at Panagarh by installing at least two new production lines, one for biaxially oriented polyethylene terephthalate and another for biaxially oriented polypropylene (BOPP). The company already operates a unit at Panagarh. The capital expenditure for the new lines at the Panagarh facility is expected to be financed with a debt-equity ratio of 70:30. These lines are expected to be operational by 2029. The Panagarh plant, which commenced commercial production in December 2023, is now poised for further growth. The company will add two BOPP plants at Kathua. The commercial production from the greenfield plant at Kathua is expected to commence in 2027. Dhunseri Poly Films serves the domestic market while also exporting to Europe, Bangladesh, and Nepal, with these regions being the major overseas markets. For the financial year 2025, Dhunseri Ventures reported a net profit of Rs142.9bn and a revenue of Rs480.4bn, indicating a strong financial position to support the planned investments. "India's Dhunseri Group to expand packaging films business" was originally created and published by Packaging Gateway, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site.
Hans India
21-06-2025
- Sport
- Hans India
Heartbreak for Prince Khatri as ACL tear rules him out of RPL
Mumbai: In a major blow to Hyderabad Heroes and Indian rugby fans alike, star player Prince Khatri has been ruled out for the remainder of the inaugural Rugby Premier League (RPL) 2025 season following a Grade 3 ACL tear. The injury occurred during the team's season opener against Kalinga Black Tigers in the third match of the tournament. The 31-year-old from Haryana, the second costliest Indian signing at this year's auction, sustained the injury during the second half of the fixture held at Mumbai's Andheri Sports Complex. After an awkward landing while attempting a tackle, Khatri clutched his knee in pain and was stretchered off the field. Scans later confirmed the worst - a complete tear of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his right knee, an injury that will sideline him for six to nine months. This rules him out not just for the remainder of RPL 2025 but also for the rest of the 2025 season. In a heartfelt statement, Khatri shared his emotions, 'This is heartbreaking. I had worked tirelessly to be at my best for the RPL. Wearing the Hyderabad Heroes jersey in front of a Mumbai crowd was a proud moment. To go down in the very first game is tough to accept, but I trust the process and will come back stronger.' 'I want to thank my teammates, fans, and everyone who's sent messages of support. This is just a chapter in my story - not the end of it," he added. The news comes as a massive setback for the Hyderabad Heroes, who had high hopes pinned on Khatri's athleticism and rich experience on the field. The Hyderabad Heroes roped in West Bengal forward Shakti Nag as Prince's replacement for the remaining matches of the RPL. As the RPL's first season unfolds, fans now turn their hopes toward Khatri's recovery and an inspiring comeback.
Hindustan Times
17-06-2025
- General
- Hindustan Times
SSC to reopen OTR correction window on June 19, move following requests of candidates; check notice
The Staff Selection Commission, SSC, has informed that it will reopen the window to correct/modify existing OTR details from June 19, 2025. Candidates will be able to make corrections to their OTR details on the official website at after the link is made active. The deadline to make corrections/modifications is June 30, 2025. As per the official notice, the move has been taken following multiple requests of candidates regarding their inability to modify the OTR details specifically related to Other Backward Class/Economically Weaker Sections category status and educational qualifications. Also read: JoSAA Counselling 2025: Window to make fee payment and online reporting for round 1 closes tomorrow, link here The commission also stated that 'the permission to edit OTR entries is meant to be for genuine purpose only and if it is done without proper justification, such acts shall be seen as suspicious activity and as an attempt to mislead the Commission by a candidate, which shall be held against him/her.' Also read: NEET Result 2025: All you need to know about MCC counselling The commissions is accepting applications for various exams such as SSC Combined Graduate Level Examination,2025, Combined Hindi Translators Examination,2025, and Stenographer Grade 'C' and 'D' Examination,2025. Also read: WBJEE Result 2025 News: Where, how to check West Bengal JEE scores when out Candidates can follow the steps mentioned below to make corrections in OTR details: For more details, candidates can contact SSC's help-desk via phone number or e-mail. They can also visit the official website of SSC.
