Police in Kolkata used tear gas and water cannons to control protesters during the "Nabanna Abhijan" march on Tuesday. The demonstrators, demanding Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s resignation over the RG Kar hospital rape-murder case, broke through barricades at Howrah Bridge. Chaos erupted as the crowd clashed with police, who resorted to using force to disperse them. The protest, led by an unregistered student group, drew heavy security, with over 6,000 officers deployed. Despite the measures, tensions escalated, leading to multiple arrests and continued unrest in the area.

The Mohanlal-led governing body of the Malayalam film industry association, AMMA, resigned on August 27, 2024, following the release of the explosive Hema Committee report on rampant sexual harassment in the industry. Female actors accused several committee members of misconduct, including General Secretary Siddique, who also stepped down. AMMA's silence on these allegations had drawn public criticism. The committee’s statement expressed hope for renewed leadership, with a general body meeting scheduled in two months to elect a new governing body. The report has triggered more allegations against prominent figures in the Malayalam film industry.

The Indian Coast Guard successfully rescued 11 crew members from the cargo ship MV ITT Puma, which sank 70 nautical miles south of Sagar Island due to bad weather on Sunday night. The ship was en route from Kolkata to Port Blair. Despite the rescue, three crew members are still missing. The challenging operation involved Coast Guard ships Sarang and Amogh, with support from a Dornier aircraft. The Mumbai-registered ship, capable of carrying 75 metric tons, sank around 80 km from Kolkata. The search for the missing crew continues.

Doctors at Kolkata's R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital are protesting after a trainee doctor was raped and killed on campus. The protest highlights the unsafe conditions they face daily. "We don't even have restrooms with proper latches or bolts," said a female doctor. Many doctors, especially women, spoke of inadequate security and poor facilities, such as shared washrooms with no separate options for men and women. Despite increased security, fear persists. The doctors are demanding accountability from the hospital administration and improvements in safety measures, including better restroom facilities and overall security.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has launched a money laundering investigation into ex-RG Kar Hospital principal Dr. Sandip Ghosh, days after the CBI filed a corruption case against him. The ED has obtained banking and medical procurement documents from the hospital during Ghosh's tenure. The case, initiated under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), follows the August 9 rape and murder of a postgraduate trainee doctor at the hospital. The CBI has already booked Ghosh and three private entities for criminal conspiracy, cheating, and bribery. Summons for questioning are expected soon.

Protesters in Kolkata breached barricades and clashed with police during the Nabanna Abhijan rally on Tuesday, demanding Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's resignation over the RG Kar Hospital rape-murder case. The police responded with tear gas shells, water cannons, and lathi charges to control the crowds near Howrah Bridge. Over six thousand police officers were deployed, and drones monitored the rally. Civic volunteers greased barricades to prevent scaling, and at least nineteen barricade points were set up across the city. Protesters included students and state government employees demanding equal dearness allowance with Central government workers.

The bodies of two Dalit girls, aged fifteen and eighteen, were found hanging from a tree in a mango orchard near Kayamganj, Uttar Pradesh, on Tuesday morning. Both girls, who were close friends and belonged to the same community, went missing Monday night after visiting a temple for Sri Krishna Janmashtami celebrations. Their families searched for them overnight before discovering their bodies the next morning. A mobile phone and SIM card were found at the scene. While the initial investigation suggests suicide, police have sent the bodies for postmortem and are continuing the investigation.

The West Bengal Junior Doctors Forum has called for a massive rally in Kolkata on Wednesday to demand justice for the trainee doctor raped and murdered at RG Kar Medical College. The rally, starting from Shyambazar to Dharmatala, will focus on safety for women healthcare workers and fast-track court proceedings. However, the forum clarified that it will not join Tuesday's Nabanna Abhijan march organized by student groups. Prominent figures from education, medicine, and social activism have expressed support for the forum’s cause, which has garnered widespread backing since the movement began 18 days ago.

Students from Paschim Banga Chhatra Samaj are staging a march from Kolkata's College Square to the state secretariat, Nabanna, demanding the resignation of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. The protest is in response to the alleged rape and murder of a trainee doctor at R G Kar Hospital. The Kolkata police have declared the march illegal and are using water cannons and tear gas to control the situation. Protesters are reacting by breaking barricades and throwing stones. The BJP, which is backing the student group, claims that several protesters have been injured due to police actions.

The Supreme Court granted bail to BRS leader K Kavitha, citing sufficient evidence collection and no need for further custody. The court drew parallels with its earlier bail order for AAP leader Manish Sisodia in the same case, noting the anticipated prolonged trial duration. The ED and CBI were directed to produce concrete evidence linking Kavitha to the case. This decision marks a significant turn in the high-profile investigation, allowing Kavitha to be released from custody. The court's move underscores the importance of due process and evidence-based prosecution.