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The Times of India Volunteer held for rape-murder of Kolkata doctor; Will hang him, says CM Mamata

A 35-year-old volunteer, Sanjay Roy, was arrested within hours of a special investigation team being formed for the rape and murder of a 31-year-old postgraduate trainee doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Hospital. The postmortem report confirmed sexual assault, and CCTV footage showed Roy entering the hospital premises intoxicated. The accused faces 14 days of police custody.

The Times of India Volunteer held for rape-murder of Kolkata doctor; Will hang him, says CM Mamata

A 35-year-old volunteer, Sanjay Roy, was arrested within hours of a special investigation team being formed for the rape and murder of a 31-year-old postgraduate trainee doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Hospital. The postmortem report confirmed sexual assault, and CCTV footage showed Roy entering the hospital premises intoxicated. The accused faces 14 days of police custody.

The Times of India Bangladesh chief justice quits after siege outside court

In Dhaka, student protests led to the resignation of Bangladesh’s chief justice, Obaidul Hassan, and five other top court judges. The interim government quickly appointed Syed Refaat Ahmed as the new chief justice, aiming to meet protesters' demands. The swift judicial changes follow the resignation of attorney general A M Amin Uddin earlier in the week.

The Times of India Centre advances target for 20% ethanol-mixing in petrol to 2025-26

Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced the government's decision to advance the target of 20% ethanol blending in petrol from 2030 to 2025-26. He urged sugar cooperatives to boost ethanol production, emphasizing its benefits for the environment, sugar mills, and farmers. The announcement followed the cabinet's approval of the modified Pradhan Mantri JI-VAN Yojana.

The Times of India MCC, CPI-ML merge to fight BJP in Jharkhand

The Marxist Coordination Committee (MCC) merged with CPI(ML), as announced by leaders Haldhar Mahto and Raja Ram Singh. This merger aligns with MCC founder A K Rai's vision of unity among Communist parties. They believe it will bolster the fight for tribal and farmers' rights and challenge the BJP in Jharkhand.

The Times of India MCC, CPI-ML merge to fight BJP in Jharkhand

The Marxist Coordination Committee (MCC) merged with CPI(ML), as announced by leaders Haldhar Mahto and Raja Ram Singh. This merger aligns with MCC founder A K Rai's vision of unity among Communist parties. They believe it will bolster the fight for tribal and farmers' rights and challenge the BJP in Jharkhand.

The Times of India UP cops’ sketch of ‘serial killer’ exact match of latest pic, down to his shirt

Bareilly police's arrest of suspected serial killer Kuldeep Gangwar has drawn scrutiny for the striking similarity between a previously released sketch and his latest photograph. The investigation, involving extensive leads and interrogations, spanned 14 months. Doubts about the arrest's timing have been raised, compounded by claims from Kuldeep’s brother disputing his involvement in the crimes.

The Times of India UP cops’ sketch of ‘serial killer’ exact match of latest pic, down to his shirt

Bareilly police's arrest of suspected serial killer Kuldeep Gangwar has drawn scrutiny for the striking similarity between a previously released sketch and his latest photograph. The investigation, involving extensive leads and interrogations, spanned 14 months. Doubts about the arrest's timing have been raised, compounded by claims from Kuldeep’s brother disputing his involvement in the crimes.

The Times of India Two die after inhaling smoke from charcoal stove in Kodai hotel

Two tourists from Trichy, identified as Anand Prabhu and Jeyakannan, died from suspected asphyxiation in a Kodaikanal hotel. They had cooked barbeque chicken on a charcoal stove and left it burning overnight. Their friends found them unconscious the next morning. Paramedics declared them dead, and an investigation has been initiated by Kodaikanal police.

The Times of India Two die after inhaling smoke from charcoal stove in Kodai hotel

Two tourists from Trichy, identified as Anand Prabhu and Jeyakannan, died from suspected asphyxiation in a Kodaikanal hotel. They had cooked barbeque chicken on a charcoal stove and left it burning overnight. Their friends found them unconscious the next morning. Paramedics declared them dead, and an investigation has been initiated by Kodaikanal police.

The Times of India Congress calls for ‘forceful steps’ to shield Bangladesh minorities

Congress expressed concern over reported targeted attacks on minorities and their places of worship in Bangladesh, urging the interim government to take steps to ensure their safety and dignity. This followed BJP's accusation that opposition parties were silent on the issues faced by Hindus and other minority communities in the neighbouring country.