Bengaluru woman's murder, Clause 6 of the Assam Accord, and parental leaves
Sep 30, 2024
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Kiran Parashar, a journalist, delves into the chilling murder case of Mahalakshmi in Bengaluru, where her dismembered body was discovered in a fridge, unveiling the complex investigation and the emotional toll on her family. Sukrita Baruah discusses the Assam government's moves to act on the Justice Biplab Serma committee report, illuminating the ongoing debates about Assam's identity and immigration concerns. They also explore new maternity and paternity leave policies for surrogate parents in Odisha, highlighting the rights of surrogate mothers.
The brutal murder case in Bengaluru highlights serious concerns about domestic violence and the need for improved investigative measures in such incidents.
The Assam government's move to implement the Justice Biplob Sharma committee recommendations signifies progress in addressing illegal immigration while balancing cultural preservation amidst ongoing challenges.
Deep dives
Tragic Murder Case in Bengaluru
A shocking murder case unfolded in Bengaluru when the dismembered body of Mahalakshmi, a 29-year-old sales executive, was discovered in her refrigerator. The investigation began when neighbors reported a foul smell emanating from her apartment, leading to the grim find. Initially, Mahalakshmi's husband and acquaintances were questioned, but leads were scarce until the police identified Mukti Ranjan Ray, a co-worker, as a prime suspect after he went missing around the same time. It was later revealed through a suicide note left by Ray that he confessed to the crime, indicating that an argument between him and Mahalakshmi had escalated to violence, resulting in her death and the horrific disposal of her body.
Assam Government's Implementation of the Justice Biplob Sharma Committee's Recommendations
The Assam government announced plans to implement 52 recommendations from the Justice Biplob Sharma Committee, addressing concerns over illegal immigration and cultural preservation. This marks a significant step forward after years of dormancy since the report was submitted in February 2020. Key recommendations include defining who qualifies as Assamese for the purpose of legislative and administrative protections and ensuring that various safeguards are put in place for this group. However, contentious proposals regarding job and electoral seat reservations for Assamese individuals remain unaddressed, with the Chief Minister indicating that these require central government intervention.
New Maternity and Paternity Leave Policies in Odisha
The Odisha government has approved new maternity and paternity leave policies for state employees who become parents via surrogacy, granting mothers 180 days and fathers 15 days of leave. This change aligns with previous rulings that established equal rights for surrogate mothers regarding maternity benefits. The decision addresses a growing need for inclusive policies as various parental arrangements become more common. This follows similar advancements at the central government level, which has recognized surrogacy in leave provisions, ensuring that all parents receive fair treatment regardless of the method of parenthood.
First, we talk to Indian Express’ Kiran Parashar about a brutal murder case that has been reported in Bangaluru, where a woman's body was dismembered and stored in a fridge. He shares details of the case and police investigation.
Next, Indian Express’ Sukrita Baruah informs us about the Assam government's plans of implementing the recommendations of the Justice Biplab Serma committee report which came out in February 2020. (10:54)
And in the end, we talk about the extension of maternity and paternity leaves to individuals or couples who became parents via surrogacy.(24:39)
Hosted, written and produced by Niharika Nanda Edited and mixed by Suresh Pawar
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