Ex-RG Kar Medical College principal Sandip Ghosh moved the Supreme Court against the Calcutta High Court's decision to transfer the corruption case against him to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). Ghosh, arrested along with three others for alleged financial misconduct at the hospital, claims the HC's order violates "principles of natural justice." The case emerged amid broader allegations of corruption at RG Kar, with links to the recent death of a trainee doctor. The Calcutta HC ruling followed a petition by former deputy superintendent Dr. Akhtar Ali, who called for a probe by the Enforcement Directorate (ED).

Wrestlers Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia, known for their protests against the Wrestling Federation of India, met Rahul Gandhi, intensifying speculation about their entry into Haryana politics. Sources confirm that Congress has offered Phogat three seat options, including Dadri, Badhra, and Julana, while Punia has been given two choices: Bahadurgarh and Bhiwani. Former Haryana CM Bhupinder Hooda strongly advocated for their candidacies during the Central Election Committee meeting. The Congress believes the wrestlers’ candidacy could enhance public support, particularly among Jat voters, ahead of the October 5 assembly polls.

Wrestlers Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia joined the Congress party on Wednesday and will run in next month’s Haryana Assembly elections. Phogat is expected to contest the Julana seat currently held by Amarjeet Dhanda of the Jannayak Janta Party, while Punia’s exact constituency is yet to be determined. The announcement follows their meeting with Congress MP Rahul Gandhi. Phogat and Punia gained prominence last year for their protests against former wrestling body chief Brij Bhushan Singh, who faced allegations of sexual assault and intimidation. 

Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar has clarified that the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) coalition will not announce a chief ministerial candidate for the upcoming Maharashtra Assembly elections. Pawar emphasized that the coalition will contest under collective leadership, dismissing the need for a single face. This comes amid Shiv Sena (UBT) demands for Uddhav Thackeray to be declared the chief ministerial candidate. Pawar's statement highlights the coalition's strategy to focus on unity and collective leadership rather than individual faces.

The West Bengal Assembly passed the Aparajita Woman and Child (Criminal Laws and Amendment) Bill, 2024, to tackle crimes against women. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee called the bill's passage "historic" and emphasized its focus on faster investigations and stricter punishments. The move followed public outrage over the rape and murder of a doctor at RG Kar Medical College. Banerjee criticized the BJP for not supporting stricter national laws, while BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari accused the TMC of using the bill to deflect attention from the crime. BJP demanded immediate enactment of the bill, while Banerjee urged swift approval by the governor.

As protests over the rape and murder at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College intensify, Trinamool Congress leaders face backlash for threats and derogatory remarks against protesters. Following Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's advice to “hiss” at opponents, leaders like Atish Sarkar issued threats, leading to his suspension. Kanchan Mullick and Udayan Guha also sparked controversy with inflammatory comments, while MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar apologized for a demeaning remark about female doctors. Trinamool MLA Lovely Maitra, echoing Mamata’s words, vowed "revenge" in 2024. The ongoing controversy adds fuel to the protests demanding police action and justice.

The West Bengal government has introduced the 'Aparajita Woman and Child Bill (West Bengal Criminal Laws and Amendment) Bill 2024' in the state Assembly. This legislation aims to enhance protections for women and children by revising and adding new provisions related to rape and sexual offences. Notably, it proposes the death penalty for rapists if their actions result in the victim’s death or a vegetative state. BJP MLA Shikha Chatterjee expressed support but noted that West Bengal had not contributed to the Bhartiya Nyay Sanhita, which also addresses women’s crime. The bill is introduced amidst protests over a recent rape and murder case in Kolkata.

The collapse of a 35-ft statue of warrior king Shivaji in Maharashtra has ignited political unrest and protests. The statue, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in December, fell on August 26 amid heavy monsoon rains. The incident has fueled opposition demands for Chief Minister Eknath Shinde’s resignation, with allegations of corruption in the statue’s construction. BJP state chief Ashish Shelar and other officials have apologized and promised action. The collapse has become a contentious issue in the run-up to Maharashtra's elections, with opposition parties accusing the ruling coalition of mismanagement.

Amid ongoing protests over the RG Kar Medical College rape-murder case, All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee urged party members to refrain from harsh comments against doctors. “Public representatives across party lines need to be more HUMBLE and SYMPATHETIC,” Banerjee stated. His appeal followed controversial remarks made by TMC leaders, including Atish Sarkar, who was suspended for inappropriate comments. Banerjee also reiterated his demand for strict anti-rape legislation. The TMC continues to face backlash for its handling of the case, deepening political tensions in West Bengal.

The Supreme Court granted bail to Bibhav Kumar, an aide of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, in the assault case involving Swati Maliwal. Kumar, who had been in custody for 100 days, is accused of assaulting Maliwal when she visited the CM's residence. The court ordered that Kumar not be reinstated as the CM's personal assistant or enter the residence until all witnesses are examined. The Delhi Police filed a 500-page chargesheet against Kumar, who faces multiple charges under the Indian Penal Code, including assault and criminal intimidation.