Residents stage protest demanding construction of bridge

Residents stage protest demanding construction of bridge

Residents of Kothad island are frustrated with the government’s delay in constructing the Chennur-Kothad bridge, which was first proposed 40 years ago. They held a protest at Ferry Junction, with residents and traders participating by staying away from work and closing shops. The protesters feel that despite a decision being made in 2006, the bridge…

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Junior doctors in Kolkata ‘fast-unto-death’ demanding justice for R.G. Kar medic, workplace security enters fifth day

Junior doctors in Kolkata ‘fast-unto-death’ demanding justice for R.G. Kar medic, workplace security enters fifth day

Doctors in Kolkata are continuing their hunger strike for the fifth day, demanding justice for a trainee doctor who was raped and murdered. They are holding a ‘fast-unto-death’ protest and have been joined by other medical professionals in solidarity. The protesting doctors are distributing leaflets outlining their demands and planning marches to put pressure on…

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