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Kolkata Police Threatens Columnist Shefali Vaidya For Speaking About Rape & Murder Of RG Kar College Doctor

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The Commune
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Kolkata Police Threatens Columnist Shefali Vaidya

The Kolkata Police served notice to author Shefali Vaidya for her criticism of the TMC government‘s response to the horrific rape and murder of a doctor from the city’s RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata. They have been going on a threatening spree against people who are vocal about the tragedy.

Shefali Vaidya, in an X post, had posed questions about the TMC government’s lack of action in ensuring speedy justice, for which the Kolkata Police have threatened to take down the post.

In her X post, she shared an image card which alleged that the sons of two TMC ministers were the suspects in the rape and murder case. She asked if the information was true while questioning if the police under the Mamata government were hurriedly trying to portray the incident as a suicide by destroying evidence.

“You are hereby directed to delete the above-mentioned post and also refrain from making such acts failing which you will be liable for strict penal action under the relevant provision of law.“, the notice by Kolkata Police read.

Following this, Shefali Vaidya took to her social media, fearing threats of harassment and attempts to muzzle her voice.

“So I got this threatening letter from Kolkata Police for merely asking a few questions and for exercising my right of free speech. This is a clear case of @mamataofficial administration silencing the voice of private citizens using the power of Kolkata Police.”, she said.

Shefali pointed out that she was just a private citizen who was disgusted by what happened to a woman doctor and was not a member of any political party.

“As a woman and mother, I fear for my safety. We all know what the Kolkata Police can do, and we all know what happens to women who dare to speak against @mamataofficial in West Bengal. They are either subjected to violence or intimidation like the #SandeshkhaliHorror victims or forced to leave the state like @UnSubtleDesi [OpIndia Editor Nupur Sharma].“, Shefali said.

“I am just an ordinary citizen trying to do the right thing. I am not a member of any political party, nor do I have an organisation to back me up. And I don’t have the wherewithal or the energy to fight the intimidation tactics of a state administration where the police act like the collection agents of a regime. So yes, I will delete the post as Kolkata Police asked me to do as advised by my lawyer. I am doing so not because I think I was wrong in asking questions, but after what happened to #moumitadebnath, I fear for my safety and for my life. You won Kolkata Police in silencing the voice of a common citizen. Congratulations. Huge achievement. Now if only you guys showed the same zeal in protecting the women of West Bengal, #moumitadebnath would STILL BE ALIVE!”, she said.

Shefali Vaidya also pointed out that she had said nothing wrong apart from what other institutions have asked, which is available in the public domain.

Referring to the proceedings in the Calcutta High Court, during which it was pointed out that Commissioner of Kolkata Police Vineet Kumar Goyal, when he was Inspector General of CID, was the investigating officer of the Kamduni rape and murder case, which ended up shoddily.

Shefali Vaidya also asked if the staff of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital would be threatened and arrested by Kolkata Police for exposing administrative apathy and alleged attempts to cover up the case.

Background

A tragic event unfolded at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College, where a second-year postgraduate trainee doctor was found brutally raped and murdered. The incident, which occurred on August 8, has sparked nationwide outrage, with medical professionals in Kolkata protesting the lack of safety in their work environment.

After having dinner with her juniors, the trainee doctor chose to rest in the seminar hall at around 2 am due to the hospital’s insufficient resting facilities, believing it to be a safe space. However, on the morning of August 9, her partially unclothed body was discovered in the seminar hall after her night shift.

The victim’s father raised serious concerns, pointing to signs of rape and accusing the hospital of delaying the investigation. In response, postgraduate doctors ceased work in all departments except for emergency services, demanding immediate action and the arrest of those responsible. Student groups also organized protests, calling for a thorough investigation, while opposition leaders, including Bengal BJP legislators, advocated for an independent inquiry led by a magistrate.

Due to the slow progress and mishandling of the case, the Kolkata High Court transferred the investigation to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). A specialized CBI team, including forensic and medical experts, arrived in Kolkata to begin their probe into the alleged rape and murder. Protests have erupted across the city, with a mob forcibly entering RG Kar Medical College during demonstrations. Police had to use lathi charges and tear gas to disperse the crowd.

Initial autopsy findings confirmed that the victim had been sexually assaulted before her murder, ruling out suicide. The report also revealed numerous injuries, such as broken bones and bleeding, indicating a violent death. Evidence suggests the victim’s nose and mouth were covered, and her head was forcibly pressed against a surface to stifle her cries. The crime is believed to have occurred between 3 am and 6 am, with signs of strangulation and smothering.

Several doctors who reviewed the autopsy report suggested the involvement of multiple assailants. Dr. Subarna Goswami, in an interview with India Today TV, noted the severity of the injuries, indicating the possibility of gang rape. The autopsy revealed 151 mg of semen in the vaginal swab, which Dr. Goswami stated was likely from multiple individuals based on the amount found. This further supports the theory that several attackers assaulted the trainee doctor.

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Kamal Fans Abuse YouTubers ‘Parithabangal’ For Parody On ‘Indian 2’

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The Commune
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Kamal Fans Abuse YouTubers 'Parithabangal' For Parody On 'Indian 2'

YouTube comedy duo Parithabangal has found itself at the centre of a heated social media outrage by Kamal Hassan fans who were upset because the channel shared a parody of the much-trolled Tamil film, “Indian 2, starring their favourite actor.

It’s well-known that the movie “Indian 2,” featuring Kamal Haasan, a part-time politician and full-time actor, became one of the biggest film disasters of all Tamil cinema this year. As soon as the film hit theatres, critics panned it severely, burying it under a wave of negative reviews and trolling, hoping to deter future attempts at similar movies in Tamil Nadu.

On 9 August 2024, Netflix released “Indian 2” on its platform, reigniting the criticism. On 13 August 2024, the YouTube satire channel Parithabangal created a parody video of the film, which resonated with viewers who had experienced the movie’s torment firsthand. While many enjoyed the humorous take, Kamal Haasan’s fans were outraged. They felt deeply hurt by the satire and responded with a barrage of propaganda and abusive comments aimed at the YouTube content creators Gopi and Sudhakar.

Parithabangal Parody Of The Movie

Gopi and Sudhakar jibe at the film’s mindless, cringeworthy scenes in their parody video, which has already clocked over 2 million views in just two days. One of the epic takedowns was of actor Siddharth, who in the original film proclaims himself to be from “social media” as if it were a legitimate job.

Anirudh’s average background score, in which he uses the character’s name along with some beats, has also been trolled.

The parody also trolls how, in Indian 2, Kamal as Indian Thatha appears depending on social media hashtag trends.

Below are Some of the Rants & Abuses by Kamal Fans

One fan expressed intense anger towards the YouTube duo, saying, “Gopi & Sudhakar: I pray to all the powers that rule this world on behalf of good people that both of you and your families will perish. I pray to the almighty God that evils will continue to haunt both of you for many years.”

“Stop wagging your tails for biscuits put by someone. Don’t embarrass yourself by spitting in the opposite wind. Don’t spew hate in the name of the video. You shouldn’t forget that you will reap tomorrow what you sow today,” another fan said.

Recalling an old scam they were involved in, a fan said, “How can you enjoy this film as you looted the people’s money in the name of crowdfunding? Don’t come here and bark for a piece of bone that someone threw. You are not worth the dust of his feet.”

Another fan claimed, “This is a cheap trick and a personal vehemence and you call this fun.”

Another fan started abusing, “You are eating food, right? You have a family and a life. So why do you troll others like this and what do you get from these sons of B**du. You can drink someone’s p**s.”

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Another criticized their family stating, “For this, both of you can sell your newly married wife to pros**tution and earn.”

Another fan criticized Parithabangal, stating, “You can make a living by making fun of other people’s work and their artwork. You cannot make a film yourself. The only thing left is to cheat people’s money in the name of going to make a film on crowd funding.”

Another fan cried to initiate a defamation case stating, “@RKFI  Please file a defamation suite against these two, as they have been for the longest time defaming Mr.Kamal Haasan. If not them we should put a defamtion suite against these frauds.”

Another fan ranted, “Wherever we see you dogs you will be served biscuits Shameless Content Prostitutes. This is not talent & you will be in the street soon”

Another fan commented, “You stole common people’s money in the name of crowd funding, and you are conveniently living after sucking out their bloods. Yet here you are trolling a legend and the same people whose blood you sucked are supporting you. Where fools live cheaters like #gopisudhakar thrive.“

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Another said, “Paid mafia”

Another fan ranted, “Ban #GopiSudhakar YouTube ID & Twitter ID. Don’t You Know How to Give Respect to Others.Who are you?What’s Your Achievement? How Dare You Troll My #KamalHaasan? From whom did you get money and doing all these? You are thieves who scammed people’s money.” 

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BJP TN Chief Annamalai Mocks AIADMK MLA Sellur Raju’s Comments, Dismisses Alliance Possibilities

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The Commune
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BJP TN Chief Annamalai Mocks AIADMK MLA Sellur Raju’s Comments, Dismisses Alliance Possibilities

Tamil Nadu BJP President K. Annamalai dismissed any possible alliance with AIADMK for the 2026 election, calling Madurai MLA Sellur Raju’s comments hinting at the same as a “comedy” and a misunderstanding.

Annamalai said the BJP has moved on and is not considering rekindling its alliance with the AIADMK during a press meeting in Chennai today. He was responding to a reporter’s question on Sellur Raju.

The state BJP chief used the opportunity to criticize the AIADMK and its MLAs, asserting that the BJP has chosen a separate path with leaders working towards a unified goal of winning elections. In contrast, he noted the inconsistency in the statements of AIADMK MLAs, who claim they are not interested in alliances but then ask for them, which he finds ironic.

Annamalai said, “If someone today says there should be an alliance and there should not, it shows their fear. We are clearly going on our path. We have identified and shown the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) leaders, not just once or twice. We are speaking unanimously on many stages, and all leaders are working tirelessly. We have placed the 2026 election as a coalition government before the people on one side. On the other hand, we are not speaking about other parties.”

He later said the AIADMK was unnecessarily issuing statements about the alliance. “You tell me if someone says ten times that I’m not going to ally with you. They keep saying we wont form an alliance tomorrow, on the third day, and on the tenth day, then I am in doubt if they are inviting us for an alliance. We have decided not to ally and have started our work. Hence, the former ministers and honourable leaders’ statements are like a comedy to me.”

Annamalai also expressed surprise at the misinterpretation of his speech at the Tirupur conference, which he believes has led to misleading statements. Annamalai ridiculed that, “To tell you I’ve forgotten that there is a party called ADMK, and we are doing our work.”

Previously speaking in Tiruppur, Annamalai highlighted a decline in vote shares for the two major Dravidian parties, noting that those with 40% support have dropped to 30%, 26%, and 19%. He remarked that if the AIADMK and DMK declare a willingness for a coalition government in Tamil Nadu for the 2026 elections, it could alter the political landscape. Annamalai emphasized that the BJP is closely monitoring the situation and suggested that a shift could occur if these parties explicitly use the term “coalition government”.

Annamalai said, “Parties that had a vote share of 40% have decreased to 30%, 26%, and 19%. If, in the 2026 Assembly election, the AIADMK and DMK declare that they are ready for a coalition government in Tamil Nadu, then the political landscape will change. We are not fools, and we are keenly watching the politics. For this to change differently, the DMK and AIADMK should take it into their hands, meaning they should use the word ‘coalition government.’ The DMK will not use that term, and I don’t know about the AIADMK. If they say it will be a coalition government, then change is possible.”

In response, Sellur Raju appeared to have misinterpreted Annamalai’s comments. Raju criticized Annamalai’s remarks, questioning whether Annamalai’s statements implied that AIADMK should request seats from the BJP and said, “It’s like ADMK should ask him for a seat. Is he a leader? Look at how he speaks. If AIADMK comes to such a position, we will die.”

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The Forgotten Story Of A Hindu Confederacy That Defended Bharat Against Arabs

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Jayasri Viswanathan
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The Forgotten Story Of A Hindu Confederacy That Defended Bharat Against Arabs

Not enough has been said about the great emperors of Bharat who fought as a united confederacy to protect this sacred geography from countless barbarians who wanted to massacre natives and plunder this country.

On the 78th Independence Day, let’s crush the myth that India was always just “a union of states” and had fragmented leadership that fought each other mindlessly until a coloniser came along and unified them under one government.

Here is a story of a great Hindu confederacy that crushed the Arab ambitions to conquer India. It is a story of great Bharatiya kings who anticipated, prepared for, collaborated and successfully crushed foreigners who wanted to commit the same atrocities upon us that Bangladeshi Hindus are facing now.

The Sindh Massacre

Before the British, there were the Arabs, before the Turks, and before the Persians. And before them all, there stood a rampart of Indian valour, a bulwark against barbaric ambitions.

It all begins before the coronation of Lalitaditya Muktipada, the fourth ruler of the Karkota dynasty in Kashmir. He ascended the throne in 724 CE and was well aware of Mohammad Bin Qasim’s attack a decade earlier on Sindh.

Sindh was ruled by a Brahmin family founded by Chacha Rai. They had valorously repelled the repeated Arab onslaughts ordered by several Umayyad Caliphs at Thane (636 CE), Bharuch (643 CE) and Debal in Sindh (643 CE). However, in 711, Qasim attacked Sindh as an act of Jihad and massacred the entire male population of the town, including Raja Dahar, in a gory blood bath. An insider had treacherously sided with Qasim.

The echoes of this massacre reverberated across the land, a chilling reminder of the barbarity that awaited if Bharat were to fall into the wrong hands.

Interestingly, Qasim was killed shortly after capturing Sindh by the same Caliph who sent him. Raja Dahar’s brave daughter, Suryadevi, misinformed the caliph that Qasim had “used her first” before presenting her for the Caliph’s harem.

After Qasim was killed by the Caliph’s soldiers, Suryadevi and her sister Parimaldevi were buried alive after they proudly told the Caliph that they had lied to avenge their father’s death. That was the end of Raja Dahar’s rule and lineage.

Junayd-al-Murri, Arab Governor Of Sindh

When Lalitaditya became the king, he knew that the new Arab governor of Sindh, Junayd-al-Murri, planned to attack Kashmir the way Qasim attacked Sindh.

Lalitaditya was a man of action. He recognized the need to modernize his army to counter the Arab advantage in cavalry. Arab forces had the advantage of using horses and camels that moved faster than the elephants that Indian kings were using. By combining elephants with a formidable force of horsemen and foot soldiers, he created a military machine capable of matching the invaders on their terms.

Junayd didn’t know what hit him when Lalitaditya, with audacious strategy, preempted the invasion. He crossed the Punjab border, surprised Junayd’s forces, and inflicted a crushing defeat before returning to his capital triumphantly. Junayd never dared to attack Kashmir again.

But, Junayd shifted his focus southwards after his plans to invade Kashmir dashed against the rocks of Karkota King’s resolve.

The Arab Governor conquered Kangda, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, and Bharuch, carving a swathe through the heart of India. But Lalitadiya quickly thwarted his ambitions.

Hindu Kings United In A Battle For Bharat

By this time, Lalitaditya had formed a military alliance with several Hindu kings and shared intelligence from his past campaigns. This confederacy of Hindu kings, from the Himalayas to the Deccan, rose to challenge Junayd’s onslaught.

This formidable alliance formed a military confederacy that included:

North India: Lalitaditya Muktipada of Kashmir, and the Gurjara Pratihara king Nagabhata I of Ujjain.

East India: Kingdoms under Gurjara Pratihara kings in the Ganga basin, such as those in Bengal and Bihar

West India: The Lat king Pulkeshiraja and Gurjara ruler Jayabhat IV were key players in the western theatre, along with the Guhila ruler Bappa Rawal of Mewar.

Central India: The Gurjara Pratihara king Nagabhata I, based in Ujjain, played a pivotal role in the heart of the country.

South India: The Chalukya king Vikramaditya II, ruling from Badami in Karnataka, and his feudatory Rashtrakuta ruler Dantidurga joined hands with Lat king Pulkeshiraja as southern bulwarks against Arab expansion.

Together, the confederacy of these kings formed an impenetrable wall against Junayd’s ambitions. Their combined forces inflicted heavy losses on the Arabs, forcing them to abandon their expansionist plans.

The Sindh governor had now suffered three knocks after what had seemed an invincible Arab conquest in Sindh, Multan, Balochistan and Gandhar.

Junayd later decided to move menacingly towards Central India, towards the King of Kannauj, Yashovarman. But in a diplomatic checkmate, Lalitaditya and Yashovarman joined hands in a strategic alliance and defeated them ruthlessly.

The Caliph recalled Junayd and made Tamim-al-Utbi the new governor. Lalitaditya later chased Tamim away, too.

Thereafter, it took nearly three centuries for invasions from the West, starting with the Turkish forces of Ghazni, to even consider invading India and her frontiers.

Conclusion

There are many such stories of Hindu confederacies across India that valorously fought proselytizing armies at different times.

Here is another example shared by X handle @HindutvaItihas – In 1325, shortly after the Kakatiyas’ fall, a coalition of 75 Hindu chiefs in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, led by Prolaya Nayaka and Prolaya Vema Reddi rose to uphold Dharma. They successfully liberated Warangal, the Andhra coastline, and north Tamil Nadu from Muslim control. By 1335, they defeated Delhi’s defenders, Harihara and Bukka, at Anegundi, further strengthening their resistance. It was out of this struggle that the mighty Vijayanagara Empire was born.

Sadly, these stories are overlooked in our history books. They are tales of courage, unity, and strategic brilliance put up by Bharatiya powers against an expansionist global hegemony. The kings and warriors of this era were not merely defenders of their kingdoms; they were guardians of this Dharmic civilization.

It is time to reclaim this lost narrative. It is time to celebrate the heroes, from the Himalayas to the Deccan, who united against waves of marauding invaders. Let’s recognize that India was never a mere collection of disparate states but a unified nation, a civilizational powerhouse that inspired awe and fear in its enemies.

(This article is based on a chapter from Dr. Vikram Sampath‘s compelling work, “Bravehearts of Bharat,” which delves deeper into the heroic tales of India’s forgotten warriors.)

Jayasri Viswanathan is a journalist and columnist. 

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TN: Tirunelveli Villagers Successfully Halt Illegal Church Construction

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The Commune
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Tirunelveli Villagers Successfully Halt Illegal Church Construction

The villagers of South Eranthai in Tirunelveli district successfully halted a Christian family’s unauthorized construction of a church on public land. They raised black flags during a two-day sit-in protest at a local temple, prompting officials to intervene and stop the construction.

A newly converted Christian family in a predominantly Hindu village near Nanguneri Union began building a church on public land.

The family continued construction despite protests from residents who suggested the family either worship at home or build the church on authorized private land, Hindu Munnani said.

South Eranthai, a village near Thisayanvilai in the Tirunelveli District, is predominantly Hindu, with 130 families.

The previous day, villagers conducted a hunger strike at the Uchimakali Amman temple to protest the unauthorized church construction. They also displayed black flags on their homes to symbolise their dissent.

Village leader Dhana Singh stated, “Since their conversion, the family has disrupted Hindu temple ceremonies. They are now constructing a church without the necessary approvals from the revenue department or police. Despite authorities’ orders to halt construction, work continues. We demand action on this issue. Else, we will stop sending our children to local schools and colleges and intensify our protest.”

Illegal Prayer House Next To Marungoor Vinayaka Temple

In a similar issue, the Hindu Munnani recently filed a formal complaint with the Thittacheri police station in Nagapattinam district, requesting a ban on an illegal prayer house opposite the Vinayaka temple on Marungoor Main Road, which allegedly sought to convert temple visitors.

“This prayer group is brainwashing poor Hindus with the intent of converting them to Christianity. They are also targeting patients in government hospitals under the guise of missionary work and pressuring them to convert. This illegal activity should be stopped, and action should be taken against them,” their petition states.

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“Chennai’s 1000-yr-old Peyazhwar Temple Is On Waqf Property”: TN Waqf Board Chief Claims

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The Commune
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Waqf claims 1000-year-old Chennai Peyazhwar temple

Tamil Nadu Waqf Board President Abdul Rahman announced that many Hindu temples are present on Waqf properties, including the Peyazhwar Temple, on land allegedly owned by the Kutchery Road Mosque. Rahman said the board never disputed their existence or interfered with its operations even then.

Rahman also claimed that some individuals are attempting to politicize Hindu temples located on Waqf board properties.

During a recent press conference in Nagapattinam, he explained that during the British era, the Waqf Board was established to manage lands voluntarily donated by wealthy individuals to maintain dargahs and mosques. He emphasized that the “Waqf Board has never opposed Hindu temples situated on Waqf properties” and views such temples as a pride.

Rahman accused certain parties of trying to create discord between religious communities by politicizing these Hindu temples. At the same time, the Board’s primary concern remains addressing any attempts to expropriate these properties illegally.

At a press conference on 11 August 2024, Abdul Rahman clarified the status of Tiruchendurai village. He explained that a wealthy Mirasdar had donated 385 acres of land for public use, officially registered with the Waqf Board. He said this is documented and recorded with the Tamil Nadu Waqf Board. Based on these documents, including survey numbers and other data, orders were issued to all sub-registrar offices to prevent the sale of these lands without permission, including orders on Tiruchendurai.

Rahman noted that Tiruchendurai has since expanded to over 600 acres. The Waqf Board’s authority is limited to reclaiming land it owns, and any suggestion that the Waqf Board is seeking to claim the entire village is misleading and creates unnecessary panic among the public. He emphasized that the Waqf Board has not made such claims.

Addressing the allegations regarding the Waqf Board’s claims on 1,000-year-old temples, Abdul Rahman clarified, “A 1000-year-old temple is pointed out in the particular area, and the temple is not an issue as the Tamil Nadu Waqf Board has never said anything about it. The Waqf does not even claim the presence of a temple on Waqf property.”

Rahman provided an example from Sooriyur, a vast village in the Trichy district that is one of seven villages under Waqf management. He said that “eight to nine lakes surround a 1000-year-old temple. The documents state that the temple and these surrounding lakes belong to the Hindus for their worship and should continue. Therefore, we are not disputing it.”

Continuing his response to claims regarding Hindu temples, Abdul Rahman provided another example from Chennai. He mentioned that the Kutchery Road Mosque, which owns 144 grounds, includes a 4-ground piece of land on which the Peyazhwar temple is situated. He questioned whether the Waqf Board has ever claimed this land.

Abdul Rahman said, “Chennai’s Kutchery Road Mosque owns 144 acres of land, among which four grounds contain a temple called Peyazhwar Temple or something like that. It is on waqf property. Have we ever talked about it? The Hindus worship there, so we are keeping it as it is.”

Rahman emphasized that the lands donated by wealthy individuals were meant for public benefit and should be viewed from a religiously neutral perspective. Ironically, he further argued that while the temple belongs to Hindus, the land is under the Waqf Board’s jurisdiction, which has a duty to protect these lands. He noted that the Waqf Act underscores the importance of safeguarding such properties.

Finally, Abdul Rahman buttressed his claim with a thought-provoking explanation regarding the claim on the 1,000-year-old temple. He illustrated his point with a hypothetical scenario. If he were to purchase a piece of land that contains a Vinayagar temple and allowed the worshippers to continue their practices there, it would be unreasonable for those worshippers to then claim the temple as their own based on its 600-year history after the purchase. Rahman used this analogy to emphasize that, likewise, the Waqf Board manages lands and properties of villages like Tiruchendurai and others, including temples. However, he did not address how these ancient properties came under Waqf’s control.

Who was Peyazhwar?

Pey Azhvar, one of the twelve Alvar saints, is a key figure in the Vaishnava tradition of Hinduism in Southern India. Ranked third among the principal Azhvars, he is renowned for composing a hundred verses, known as Munram Tiruvantati. According to legend, Pey Azhvar was discovered at the Adi Kesava Perumal Temple in Mylapore, Chennai.

In Tamil, pey refers to someone who is possessed. The saint was intensely devoted to Lord Vishnu.

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Leftist Scribe Arvind Gunasekar Trivializes Kolkata Doctor Rape-Murder Despite Post-Mortem Proof

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The Commune
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Even though there is overwhelming evidence pointing to the brutal rape and murder of a trainee doctor in Kolkata, self-styled journalist Arvind Gunasekar has chosen to downplay the incident by casting doubt over it. Gunasekar, known for his bias towards Congress and DMK, contrasts his diminishing reporting on this heinous crime with his sensationalised coverage of the Hathras rape case, where Congress sought political mileage.

Young Doctor Raped and Murdered

A tragic incident occurred in Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College involving a second-year postgraduate trainee doctor who was found brutally raped and murdered. The incident has sent shockwaves across the country, with doctors in Kolkata protesting against the lack of a safe work environment.

The horrific incident happened on August 8 after the trainee doctor had dinner with her juniors and decided to rest around 2 am. Due to the hospital’s lack of resting facilities, she chose the seminar hall, considering it a safe place.

The following morning, on August 9, her body was discovered partially unclothed in the seminar hall after she had been on duty the previous night.

The victim’s father expressed severe concerns, suggesting signs of rape and accusing the hospital of delaying the investigation. In response, postgraduate trainee doctors at the hospital halted work in all departments except emergency services, demanding swift action and the arrest of the culprits. Student associations also organized protests, calling for a thorough investigation. Opposition leaders, including Bengal BJP legislators, pushed for an independent inquiry led by a magistrate.

Investigations and Evidence

Citing delays and errors in handling the case, the Kolkata High Court transferred the investigation to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). A specialised CBI team, including forensic and medical experts, arrived in Kolkata to begin their inquiry into the alleged rape and murder. The investigation is ongoing, while protests have broken out in the city. A mob forcibly entered RG Kar Medical College and Hospital during protests over the rape and murder of a trainee doctor. The police had to resort to lathi-charge and tear gas to disperse the crowd.

Preliminary autopsy results also confirmed sexual assault before the murder, ruling out suicide. The report also revealed multiple injuries, and bleeding, indicating a violent death. Reports further suggested that the victim’s nose and mouth had been covered, and her head forcibly pushed against a wall or floor to silence her. The crime is believed to have taken place between 3 am and 6 am, with evidence of strangulation and smothering.

Several doctors who reviewed the autopsy report indicated the possibility of gang rape. Dr. Subarna Goswami, in an exclusive interview with India Today TV, highlighted the extent of the injuries, suggesting multiple attackers. According to the autopsy, 151 mg of semen was found from the vaginal swab, which Dr. Goswami noted was likely from more than one individual. It is to be pointed out that an individual can ejaculate only 1.25–5 ml of sperm at an instance, which therefore suggests that many people raped the trainee doctor. However, this claim has been refuted by forensic experts saying that 151 mg was the weight of the inner genitalia and not of any liquid.

Arvind Gunasekar casts doubt over the incident

Despite this overwhelming evidence, Arvind Gunasekar, a self-styled ‘journalist’ known for peddling favourable propaganda for the Congress and DMK, chose to add the prefix ‘alleged’ for the brutal rape and murder of the doctor.

He also went on to justify that it was usual reporting practice when questioned by a netizen.

His bias also becomes evident when one compares his X posts on the Kolkata case and the Hathras rape case.

While Arvind Gunasekar has stuck to reporting just facts of the matter in the Kolkata case, his coverage of Hathras rape case, which Congress used for political mileage, was laden with propaganda.

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Ayodhya Ram Lalla Deity Sculptor Arun Yogiraj Denied Visa By US

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The Commune
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Ayodhya Ram Lalla Idol Sculptor Arun Yogiraj Denied Visa By US
Sculptor Arun Yogiraj, renowned for crafting the Ram Lalla idol for the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, was recently denied a US visa. He had been invited as the chief guest at the World Kannada Conference 2024, hosted by the Association of Kannada Kootas of America (AKKA) in Richmond, Virginia, from 30 August 2024 to 1 September 2024.
Yogiraj had planned to attend the event with his wife Vijetha and their two children and spend 20 days touring the US. However, the US Embassy rejected his and his family’s visa applications without a reason.

Apart from the World Kannada Conference, Yogiraj received invitations from various other organisations in the USA, which he accepted. Despite submitting all the necessary documents, including the income tax returns filed and attending the interview, his visa application was rejected without apparent reason.

The eminent sculptor mentioned his daughter’s excitement about the trip and promised to take her elsewhere in the country instead. With the planned departure on August 30 approaching, he decided not to reapply for the visas, as securing another appointment in time seemed unlikely. He also expressed uncertainty about qualifying for an emergency visa.

When asked about the visa denial, Mysuru MP Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar said he had already spoken to Arun Yogiraj and described him as “a national treasure.” Wadiyar pledged to discuss the issue with a central minister to gather more information.

The US Embassy’s rejection of the visa application comes in light of Yogiraj’s notable accomplishment—sculpting the Ram Lalla idol for the Ayodhya Ram Janmabhoomi Temple consecrated in January 2024. A fifth-generation sculptor with an MBA from the University of Mysore, Yogiraj left a corporate job to continue his family’s artistic legacy.

In addition to the Ram Lalla idol, Yogiraj has created other prominent works, including a 12-foot Adi Shankaracharya in Kedarnath and a statue of Subhas Chandra Bose near India Gate in Delhi. His other sculptures include a 21-foot Hanuman statue in Mysuru, a 15-foot statue of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, Swami Ramakrishna Paramahamsa, and a monolithic Nandi statue.

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DMK Functionary & Udhayanidhi Stalin’s Fan Club Member Held In Thanjavur Gangrape Case

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A man arrested for the alleged gangrape of a young woman near her home in Thanjavur district is a DMK functionary and a member of Udhayanidhi Stalin’s fan club.

According to reports, the 22-year-old victim was returning home after shopping on the evening of August 12 when DMK functionary Kavidasan (25) forcefully took her to an isolated area along with his accomplices Diwakar (27), Praveen (20), and a 17-year-old male. They then gang-raped her and recorded the assault on video.

On the same night, the victim filed a complaint at the all-women police station in Orathanadu. On August 12, Tuesday, Kavidasan, Diwakar, Praveen, and the 17-year-old boy were arrested. The victim was admitted to the Thanjavur Medical College Hospital for medical care.

The young woman is a graduate who works in a Chennai-based company. She was visiting her parents in Tanjavur for vacation when she was attacked.

BJP Tamil Nadu President K. Annamalai, sharing a picture of Kavidasan that exposes his DMK affiliation, said, “The DMK government continues to prove its complete disregard for the safety and dignity of the people of Tamil Nadu. The horrific gang rape of a young girl by DMK functionary and Udhayanidhi Stalin fan club member, Kavidasan in Orathanadu, Thanjavur, is yet another example of the lawlessness under this administration.

I wish to express my strongest condemnation against this barbaric act & demand that the criminals receive the punishment they deserve. With Ganja easily available across the state, it’s no surprise that such crimes are rising. This incident mirrors the 2022 gang rape in Virudhunagar, also involving DMK youth wing members.”

The ruling party in Tamil Nadu is linked to a horrific sexual crime on the same day in which Women MPs from the ruling party in West Bengal are facing criticism for their lack of empathy regarding a brutal rape and murder case in Kolkata.

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BJP Slams TMC MP’s Selective Condolences On Doctor’s Rape And Murder

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Selective outrage appears to be at play as women MPs from the Trinamool Congress, known for promoting themselves as champions of feminism, remain conspicuously silent about the recent rape and murder of a young doctor at a Kolkata hospital. Using carefully chosen language from their party’s lexicon, they seem to be downplaying the severity of the incident.

Netizens questioning their lack of concern are reportedly being blocked on social media. Supporters of the broader I.N.D.I alliance are also accused of minimising the situation. They are using “allegedly” to describe the crime, despite the post-mortem report confirming it.

What happened in Kolkata

On 9 August 2024, the lifeless and partially unclothed body of a female medical intern was discovered in the lecture hall of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, a government-operated institution, in Kolkata. Her father alleged that she had been sexually assaulted and murdered within the hospital. He said there were attempts to hide the truth.

On the night of the incident, the doctor had a late-night meal with four colleagues at 2:30 am after watching Neeraj Chopra’s javelin throw event at the Paris Olympics. Subsequently, she went to the lecture hall to unwind.

The primary suspect, Sanjay Roy, had unrestricted access to all hospital sections since he worked at the hospital police outpost. Though he was not associated with the institution, he frequented the premises. Surveillance footage captured his entry into the area where the doctor’s body was found, leading to his arrest on the 10th of August. After the dreadful deed, Roy returned home and slept in. He also cleaned his clothes to eliminate any evidence, with the police discovering his bloodstained shoes during a search.

Post-Mortem Report

The post-mortem report revealed that the doctor had been subjected to brutal torture before being asphyxiated. The report, spanning four pages, indicated that she was strangled, resulting in severe injuries in her private regions.

Moreover, the doctor’s thyroid cartilage was fractured. Sources indicated that the assault occurred, along with the rape, most likely between 3 and 5 am on 9 August 2024. Her lips, fingers, left leg, and abdomen bore marks of injuries. It was reported that the doctor’s head was slammed against a wall or floor, causing extensive injuries, and her airflow was obstructed by closing her mouth and nose to prevent vocalization.

Allegations were made that the accused physically assaulted her when she resisted. Subsequently, he carried out the assault, leading to her demise. As per the autopsy findings, the doctor had cuts on her hands and face. The impact of a severe blow caused the fragments of her broken spectacles to enter her eyes. The initial post-mortem report ruled out suicide, confirming that the trainee doctor was sexually violated before being killed.

Calcutta HC criticises WB Govt

On the 13th of August, the Calcutta High Court criticized the West Bengal government for trying to shield the principal of the Hospital. On the same day, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) took suo motu cognizance of the doctor’s rape and murder.

NHRC issued directives to the director general of police (DGP) and chief secretary of West Bengal, seeking a comprehensive report within a fortnight. It said the report should detail the progress of the police probe, actions against the perpetrators, specifics of compensation, and steps implemented to prevent similar occurrences.

TMC Women MPs Cherry-Pick Outrage

WB BJP’s co-in charge and head of National Information & Technology Dept Amit Malavya slammed the TMC MP’s selective words of condolences. He pointed out Sagarika Ghose, Rajya Sabha MP, Krishnanagar TMC MP Mahua Moitra and Jadavpur TMC MP Saayoni Ghosh for not identifying the crime as rape and murder.

In this context, Amit Malavya, the BJP’s National IT cell head and Co-incharge for West Bengal, criticized the TMC MPs for their selective expressions of sympathy over this rape and murder.

He stated, “The obnoxiously shrill women MPs of the TMC couldn’t muster the courage to use the words rape and murder.” Malavya shared posts of Sagarika Ghose, Rajya Sabha MP, Krishnanagar TMC MP Mahua Moitra, and Jadavpur TMC MP Saayoni Ghosh for their reticence.

Jadavpur TMC MP Saayoni Ghosh stated, “The RG Kar tragedy is shocking. No matter who investigates, the culprits behind this horrific act should face the highest degree of punishment. I hope that the CBI’s dismal conviction rate & the staggering pace of the court doesn’t end up defeating justice one deserves.”

She also praised Mamata Banerjee’s administration for advancing women’s rights over the past 11 years.

“11 years ago, Smt. @MamataOfficial  envisioned a Bengal where every girl could pursue her dreams without financial barriers. A dream where no girl would be forced to drop out of school for marriage due to financial constraints. Today, that dream is a reality. #KanyashreeDibas @MamataOfficial.”

 

Krishnanagar TMC MP Mahua Moitra adopted a similar approach. She choose her words carefully, “The horrific crime at RG Kar has shocked us to the core. No one to be spared, investigation must be quick & transparent. Thoughts, prayers & solidarity.”

Previously, she had been vocally critical of the Hindenburg report and had accused the SEBI chairperson. But now she remains notably silent following a series of protests in the state.

TMC MP Sagarika Ghose, in her official account, stated, “As the mother of a doctor, I am appalled and shocked at the heinous ghastly crime at RG Kar hospital over which there should be NO politics. The @MamataOfficial government stands for ZERO TOLERANCE on crimes against women. Whoever did this deserves the harshest possible punishment. No one will be spared. The key accused has already been arrested.”

 

As Malviya pointed out, none of these women identified the crime using the words – rape and murder.

This is not the first time the I.N.D.I.A alliance has displayed such behavior.

A similar pattern was observed during the Sandeshkali rape horror in TMC-ruled West Bengal. When heinous incidents occur in BJP-ruled states, like the rape of a minor in Hathras (Uttar Pradesh), they often call for the resignation of the government.

However, in this case, instead of questioning the West Bengal government, they can only “stand in solidarity with the victim.”

This perceived inconsistency and perceived irresponsibility in their response is widely criticized.

(With Inputs From OpIndia)

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