Body of Murdered Woman Found in West Bengal

The body of Rehana Begum, a 55-year-old woman from Topsia, was discovered in bushes near Anandapur, West Bengal, on Wednesday, leading to public outrage amidst ongoing protests over a separate rape and murder case involving a trainee doctor in Kolkata. Police arrested Vicky Shaw, a 28-year-old cab driver and tenant of the victim, who allegedly confessed to stabbing her multiple times, while an 18-year-old man is also in custody. Authorities are investigating the circumstances of her death and the whereabouts of her missing grandchild, who was last seen with her. The incident has drawn criticism towards the West Bengal government, with opposition parties accusing Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of failing to ensure women's safety amid rising violence. The police have sent the body for autopsy and are awaiting further details to determine the cause of death and whether sexual assault occurred. This tragic event has intensified discussions regarding women's safety in India, particularly in light of the recent high-profile case involving the doctor.