Why rape Is Trending Today?

Explore key developments that caused rape to trend — updated as the story unfolds.

5 key events detected
October 14, 2025 at 10:52 AM
A woman in Durgapur has shared her harrowing experience of being gang-raped, with the accused threatening her and forcing her to lie down. The police have taken all five accused to the crime scene for a reconstruction of the event, seizing their clothes and phones. The Bharatiya Janata Party has criticized the Trinamool Congress government over the incident, alleging false statements by Mamata Banerjee. Odisha's Chief Minister has assured the survivor of full support. The main accused was apprehended with the help of his sister, who courageously tipped off the police. Two more suspects have been arrested in the case, with the victim's father expressing concerns about her safety. Medical reports have confirmed the gang-rape, and the investigation is ongoing. The victim's father has refuted Mamata Banerjee's claims and criticized her remarks on women's safety.
October 13, 2025 at 10:46 AM
In Durgapur, police have arrested five accused in a gang-rape case, with the most recent arrest occurring within 36 hours of the incident. The victim, a medical student, was attacked near her college. Trinamool MP Mahua Moitra condemned the act, stating that such crimes are not isolated to India. Mamata Banerjee, the Chief Minister of West Bengal, has been criticized for her remarks on the case, with the BJP accusing her of having a "Taliban mentality." The victim's father has expressed a desire to take her to Odisha due to safety concerns in Bengal. The accused have been sent to 10-day police custody.
October 11, 2025 at 3:28 AM
Westwood man arrested for DUI after crashing into multiple cars; Westwood High School to implement new security measures following recent incidents; Westwood neighborhood association plans community clean-up event this Saturday.
October 10, 2025 at 3:08 AM
Tim Westwood, a prominent British DJ formerly associated with BBC Radio 1, has been charged with multiple counts of rape and sexual assault. The Metropolitan Police have confirmed that Westwood faces four counts of rape, with allegations spanning over three decades. The charges follow an investigation into historical sexual offences.
August 5, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Thomas Partey, a former Arsenal star, has been granted bail after appearing in court on charges of rape involving two women. The Ghanaian midfielder, who is set to join Spanish club Villarreal, is accused of five counts of rape. Partey was granted conditional bail and is due to appear in court again in September.