The Supreme Court on Tuesday (September 17, 2024) observed that the revelations in the new status report filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) were “disturbing” while hearing the suo motu case concerning the rape and murder of a postgraduate doctor at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College and Hospital.
However, a Bench led by Chief Justice of India (CJI) D.Y. Chandrachud chose not to disclose the specifics of the report, citing concerns that such revelations could compromise the ongoing investigation. The Chief Justice also noted that the CBI is examining several possibilities, including potential tampering with the crime scene, involvement of additional individuals beyond the two accused, and evidence tampering.
Notably, the court today also directed Wikipedia to take down details divulging the identity of the victim from its platform as mandated by existing laws. The order was issued after Solicitor General Tushar Mehta informed the court that Wikipedia had retained the name and created an artistic graphic depicting the victim, despite the court’s earlier takedown orders.
Reporting: and script: Aaratrika Bhaumik
Production: Kanishkaa Balachandran
Published - September 17, 2024 07:39 pm IST
