The worst murder

• Former civic police volunteer Sanjay Roy found guilty of rape and murder of a second-year postgraduate trainee doctor in Kolkata.

• The crime occurred at the State-run R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital on August 9, 2024.

• The crime carries the highest punishment of a death sentence and the lowest of life imprisonment.

• The hospital administration’s actions created confusion, leading to widespread protests.

• The case has led to inefficiencies in policing, including delays in filing the first information report (FIR).

• The parents of the doctor expressed hope that the investigation will not halt, echoed by protesting doctors, activists, and the Opposition.

• There are cases pending in the High Court and the Supreme Court of India, which began hearing it suo motu after the rape.

• The State government announced measures for the protection of health workers, but the administration must follow through with these promises.

• A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas took place in Gaza Strip after a year of war.

• The ceasefire includes freeing hostages, increasing aid, reconstruction of destroyed buildings, and cessation of attacks.

• The humanitarian crisis in Gaza has worsened since October 7, 2023, with 85% of the population facing ‘crisis’, ’emergency’, and ‘catastrophic’ levels of food insecurity.

• As of January 15, 2025, around 98 hostages were held, with fewer confirmed alive.

• UNOSAT analysis shows 69% of structures in Gaza Strip were damaged as of December 1, 2024.

• North Gaza and Rafah governorates have experienced the highest rise in damage since September 6, 2024.