In a landmark ruling, the Delhi High Court has allowed a couple to access their deceased son’s frozen sperm for surrogacy, enabling them to potentially have a grandchild. Harbir Kaur and Gurvinder Singh, who lost their son Preet Inder Singh to Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma in 2020, faced a four-year legal battle against the refusal of Ganga Ram Hospital to release the semen sample. Justice Prathiba Singh ruled that parents can inherit sperm if no spouse or children are present. The couple aims to carry on their son’s legacy, with one daughter agreeing to be the surrogate.

A Territorial Army soldier was abducted by terrorists in Anantnag district, Jammu and Kashmir, prompting a massive search operation. The abduction occurred in the Shangus area of Kokernag on Tuesday. Two soldiers were initially taken, but one managed to escape. Security forces, including the Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police, are combing the area for the missing soldier. No official statement has been released by the Army yet. This incident follows several abductions of soldiers in South Kashmir in recent years, with many cases ending in tragedy.

In a bold show of solidarity, over 45 senior doctors from RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata resigned on October 8, 2024, to support junior doctors protesting the rape and murder of a trainee doctor in August. They criticized the lack of progress in the investigation and the deteriorating health of colleagues on a hunger strike. The senior doctors urged the government to engage with the protesters and address demands for improved hospital security and the removal of the health secretary. Junior doctors continue their hunger strike, demanding justice for the victim amidst ongoing tensions.

The CBI has submitted a 45-page chargesheet accusing Sanjay Roy, a civic volunteer, of raping and murdering a junior doctor at Kolkata's R G Kar Medical College Hospital on August 9, 2024. The chargesheet, filed at the Sealdah Court, reveals Roy was intoxicated during the crime. CCTV footage shows Roy entering and leaving the scene. The victim had 25 injuries, and DNA from her nails matched Roy's. The incident sparked massive protests across West Bengal. Investigations continue, with two officials under investigation for tampering with evidence.

The Calcutta High Court has directed the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), under PM Modi, to submit an affidavit in response to a public interest litigation seeking an FIR against former Kolkata Police Commissioner Vineet Kumar Goyal. Goyal is accused of revealing the identity of a rape victim from RG Kar Hospital. The case, filed by lawyer Amrita Pande, claims legal violations. The court’s division bench, led by Justices T.S. Sivagnanam and Bivas Pattanayak, will hear the case after the Puja break in November.

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has charged Sanjay Roy with the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Hospital on August 9. The victim was found dead in a seminar room after a 12-hour shift, suffering from 25 injuries. CCTV footage shows Roy entering the room at 4:03 AM. While he claims innocence, stating she was unconscious upon his arrival, the CBI suspects he is misleading investigators. The ex-principal of the hospital, Dr. Sandeep Ghosh, has also been arrested for tampering with evidence and attempting to mislead the victim's family.

Ratan Tata, the 86-year-old former chairman of Tata Sons, was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai for medical check-ups on Monday. Reports initially raised concerns about his health after a significant drop in blood pressure, and he was taken to the ICU for close monitoring. However, in a social media post, Tata clarified that the rumors were unfounded and attributed the hospital visit to his age and routine health checks. “There is no cause for concern. I remain in good spirits,” he said, asking the public and media to avoid spreading misinformation.

A tragic blast at Gangaramchak Mining Private Limited in Birbhum district, West Bengal, resulted in the deaths of at least 7 people and left several others injured on October 7, 2024. The incident occurred during a coal extraction explosion in the Lokpur area. Emergency services responded quickly to the site, where rescue operations are ongoing. Authorities are investigating the cause of the explosion and have vowed to ensure the safety of workers in the region's mining operations.

A Bengaluru-Kolkata Indigo flight faced a medical emergency when a passenger in his forties developed severe breathlessness and vomited blood mid-flight. Dr. M M Samim, a neurologist, and his wife Dr. Naznin Parvin, a pediatrician, along with a surgeon, rushed to his aid. They stabilized the man, who was suffering from a chronic liver condition, using on-board medical supplies. Their quick action saved the passenger’s life and prevented a flight diversion to Bhubaneswar. The flight landed safely in Kolkata, where the patient was transferred to an ambulance for further treatment.

Five people died from dehydration while attending an Air Force air show at Chennai’s Marina Beach. DMK MP Kanimozhi expressed sadness and emphasized avoiding unmanageable gatherings. The event aimed to break records with over 16 lakh attendees, but high temperatures and lack of basic amenities led to severe distress. Tamil Nadu Health Minister Ma Subramanian confirmed the deaths and stated 230 people were hospitalized due to heat exhaustion. Opposition parties BJP and AIADMK criticized the DMK government for mismanagement, while authorities defended the preparations made for the event.