The Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) has called for a Maharashtra bandh on August 24 to protest a sexual assault case in Badlapur. The incident involved two young girls allegedly abused by a school attendant. MVA allies, including Congress, Uddhav Thackeray’s Shiv Sena (UBT), and NCP, will participate. The decision follows protests over delayed police action and rising crimes against women. Congress leaders recently demonstrated outside Mantralaya, criticizing the BJP-led government for its handling of the case and overall women's safety issues.

BJP has sharply criticized Rahul Gandhi for his response to the RG Kar Medical College case. BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla posted on X, accusing Gandhi of treating the case as a distraction. “When asked about the RG Kar case and the SC’s criticism of the Bengal government, Rahul Gandhi shamelessly says, ‘I won’t be distracted,’” Poonawalla said. He added, “Is Nyay for Beti (justice for daughter) a distraction?” The criticism underscores ongoing political tensions amid the Supreme Court’s scrutiny of West Bengal’s handling of the case.

The Trinamool Congress has accused the BJP of "hijacking" protests over the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. MP Saket Gokhale claimed the BJP's IT cell is using a "sinister toolkit" to demand Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's resignation and destabilize the West Bengal government. Gokhale alleged that the BJP has replaced genuine protesters with party workers and used bot accounts to amplify the 'Mamata Must Resign' hashtag. The CBI has taken over the investigation, but protests and political tensions continue.

Former Jharkhand Chief Minister Champai Soren, a senior Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) leader, has sparked speculation of joining the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) after arriving in Delhi on Sunday. Despite rumors, Soren dismissed the claims, stating he was in the capital for personal reasons. Reports suggest that six other JMM MLAs might also switch sides with him. Soren, however, denied meeting BJP leaders, saying, "I am where I am." This comes amid growing unrest within the JMM ranks, especially after Soren was replaced as Chief Minister following Hemant Soren’s bail in a money laundering case.

Trinamool Congress MP and actor Rachana Banerjee has apologized for revealing the name of the rape and murder victim from Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College in a recent social media video. Banerjee, speaking emotionally, named the victim, which led to a legal complaint filed by Kolkata High Court advocate Shayan Sachin Basu. The complaint alleges Banerjee's actions exacerbated the trauma and endangered the victim's dignity. Banerjee admitted her mistake, stating the video was unscripted and emotional. The video has since been deleted. The Kolkata Police has also summoned BJP leader Locket Chatterjee and two prominent doctors for similar offenses.

Kolkata Police has summoned Trinamool Congress MP Sukhendu Sekhar Ray over his tweet allegedly spreading "wrong information" regarding the RG Kar hospital rape and murder investigation. Ray's tweet questioned the police's actions and demanded a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe, specifically criticizing the timing of the use of sniffer dogs. The police refuted his claim, stating that dogs were deployed on both August 9 and 12. Ray, who is reportedly unwell, has sought more time to appear. The tweet drew criticism from fellow Trinamool leader Kunal Ghosh, who deemed Ray's remarks "unfortunate."

Trinamool Congress leaders Kunal Ghosh and Sukhendu Sekhar Ray have clashed over whether Kolkata's Police Commissioner Vineet Goyal should be questioned by the CBI in the rape and murder case of a trainee doctor. Ray, demanding the Commissioner’s custodial interrogation, criticized the initial police handling of the case and alleged mishandling of evidence. Ghosh defended Goyal, stating that the Commissioner had acted appropriately and that Ray’s demands were unfortunate. The Calcutta High Court had transferred the investigation to the CBI, citing lack of progress by the Kolkata Police.

National Conference Vice President Omar Abdullah announced that the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly will pass a resolution against the abrogation of Article 370 as its first act following upcoming elections. Abdullah criticized the Centre’s 2019 decision to end the region’s special status and statehood, stating the resolution will address these concerns. The Assembly elections will be held in three phases starting September 18. Abdullah and his party are preparing for the polls, while the Election Commission’s announcement has been met with positive responses from various political leaders across the region.

National Conference leader Omar Abdullah expressed concerns about the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly election being conducted in three phases, the first since 1987-88. Abdullah questioned the Election Commission’s decision to hold the election on September 18, 25, and October 1, especially in light of a recent large-scale police reshuffle in J&K. He urged the Election Commission to ensure free and fair polls and called for restoring security cover for mainstream political parties. BJP welcomed the election dates, citing confidence in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership following the removal of Article 370.

The brutal rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College has sparked a nationwide strike by doctors and fierce protests. The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has called for a 24-hour strike starting Saturday, demanding better security for medical professionals. The BJP has sharply criticized the West Bengal government, with leaders like Smriti Irani and Sukanta Majumdar accusing Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of attempting to suppress the case. Protests led by the BJP intensified as the CBI summoned four doctors in connection with the case.