The Indian Medical Association (IMA) Bengal State Branch expressed deep disappointment with the Supreme Court's directive ordering protesting doctors to resume work by 5 p.m. on Tuesday or face disciplinary action. The ongoing 28-day protest, sparked by the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College, has led to severe disruptions in healthcare, with 23 patient deaths reported. The Supreme Court emphasized that protests must not compromise patient care and ordered state authorities to protect doctors returning to work. Additionally, the court mandated the removal of all images of the victim from social media.

Wannabe boy racers were caught performing doughnuts, burnouts, and revving engines near Buckingham Palace during a late-night unregistered car meet in August. The reckless driving triggered noise cameras off Pall Mall, with noise levels reaching 90 decibels—equivalent to a jackhammer. Westminster City Council issued Fixed Penalty Notices (FPN) to four individuals involved. The dangerous stunts, which endangered both crowds and road users, also disrupted nearby residential areas. Authorities warned of stricter enforcement to prevent similar incidents in the future.

UK Labour leader Keir Starmer is under intense pressure as criticism mounts over his party's plan to cut winter fuel payments. Unite, the UK's largest trade union, accused the Labour Party of "picking the pockets of pensioners" while sparing the wealthy. Under the plan, announced by Chancellor Rachel Reeves in July, winter fuel payments will be restricted to pension credit recipients, affecting over 10 million pensioners this winter. Unite's general secretary, Sharon Graham, urged Starmer to reconsider, calling the decision "completely wrong" and urging a U-turn.

Thousands of Indian community members across 130 cities in 25 countries protested on Sunday, demanding justice for last month's rape and murder of a 31-year-old trainee doctor in Kolkata. The protests began in Japan, Australia, Taiwan, and Singapore before spreading to Europe and the US, where 60 demonstrations were planned. Protestors, including many women in Stockholm, sang Bengali songs and demanded accountability for the crime. The suspect and a former principal of RG Kar Medical College have been arrested. The Supreme Court will hear the case today.

Vietnam faces severe damage as Typhoon Yagi's aftermath results in 59 deaths. A bridge collapse and bus sweep by flooding in Phu Tho and Cao Bang provinces highlighted the disaster. Typhoon Yagi, the strongest to hit Vietnam in decades, struck on Saturday, causing extensive damage to businesses and infrastructure, particularly in Haiphong and Quang Ninh provinces. Factories suffered significant losses, and nearly 100 enterprises are affected. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh approved $4.62 million in aid for recovery efforts. The typhoon also caused destruction in the Philippines and China.

In London's Hyde Park, The King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery fired a 41-gun salute today at midday to mark the two-year anniversary of King Charles III's accession to the throne. This ceremonial event also paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away during this period. Although the official accession day was yesterday, the salute was postponed to avoid Sunday, a day traditionally free from such ceremonies. The grand display of royal honor and tradition drew spectators and reaffirmed the nation's respect for the monarchy.

Former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly has urged the Supreme Court to "give their judgement in this case as soon as possible." Ganguly praised the public's dedication to justice and stressed that the ruling should be an "example to the entire world" and a deterrent against future crimes. The Supreme Court is set to hear the case again on September 17, with the Central Bureau of Investigation required to submit a fresh status report. The case has also intensified calls for the dismissal of Kolkata’s police chief.

UK airports face continued disruption as hundreds of flights are canceled due to bad weather and air-traffic control staff shortages. On Monday, around 3,500 passengers at Gatwick saw their flights grounded, with easyJet canceling multiple routes. The issue follows similar problems over the weekend, including 240 British Airways cancellations affecting 40,000 passengers. The air-navigation provider Nats cited temporary air-traffic restrictions and staff absences. Ryanair has called for the resignation of Nats CEO Martin Rolfe, while calls for leadership changes at Gatwick intensify amid ongoing chaos.

The Paris Paralympics 2024 concluded with a vibrant closing ceremony at Stade de France, featuring a spectacular performance by top DJs. India celebrated a historic achievement, securing a record 29 medals, including 7 golds, 9 silvers, and 13 bronzes. Flagbearers Harvinder Singh and Preethi Pal led the parade, symbolizing India's outstanding performance. Singh, the first Indian archer to win Paralympic gold, and Pal, who won two bronze medals, highlighted India’s success. The Games, which faced challenging weather, saw the Paralympic Flame passed to Los Angeles for the 2028 Games.

Super Typhoon Yagi has caused severe devastation in northern Vietnam, including the collapse of the 375-meter Phong Chau bridge in Phu Tho province. The disaster has led to 10 cars and two scooters falling into the Red River, with three rescued and 13 missing. Yagi, Asia’s strongest storm of the year, has killed over 60 people since hitting Vietnam on September 7. The typhoon brought winds up to 203 km/h (126 mph), causing landslides, floods, and widespread power outages. Authorities have launched rescue operations and advised residents to stay indoors.