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.

AAP MLA Amanatullah Khan, representing the Okhla constituency in Delhi, alleged that the Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted a raid at his residence early Monday morning. In a post on X, Khan claimed that the ED's actions were politically motivated and ordered "at the behest of the dictator." Khan is under investigation for money laundering related to the Delhi Waqf Board. He criticized the government's "dictatorship" and questioned, "How long will this dictatorship last?" AAP leaders Manish Sisodia and Sanjay Singh accused the central government of targeting opposition voices through central agencies.

Uddhav Thackeray, leader of Shiv Sena (UBT), condemned Prime Minister Narendra Modi's apology after the collapse of a Shivaji statue in Maharashtra. Thackeray claimed the apology was arrogant and accused the government of disrespecting the Maratha icon. He led a protest in Mumbai, alongside other opposition leaders, demanding accountability. The statue, inaugurated eight months ago, collapsed, sparking political tension ahead of state elections. Thackeray emphasized that the incident was a symbol of corruption and insult to Maharashtra's pride.

The Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) staged a protest in Mumbai against the collapse of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj statue, with a symbolic "Chappal Jode Maaro Yatra" (hit with footwear). Top leaders, including Uddhav Thackeray, Sharad Pawar, and Nana Patole, marched carrying giant slippers from Hutatma Chowk to the Gateway of India. The statue, unveiled last year by PM Modi, collapsed in Sindhudurg on August 26. While MVA demands accountability, Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis dismissed the protest as politically motivated, referencing past controversies involving Congress and Shivaji Maharaj.

The Election Commission has rescheduled the Haryana Assembly polls from October 1 to October 5, 2024. Counting of votes will now occur on October 8, instead of the originally planned October 4. This change follows requests from the BJP and concerns about reduced voter turnout due to holidays. The revised schedule aims to increase voter participation. The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly polls will proceed as planned, with voting on September 18, 25, and October 1. Results for J&K will also be announced on October 8.

In an exclusive interview with India Today TV, BJP MP and actor Kangana Ranaut criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, labeling him a “mess” and accusing him of “chasing a chair.” Ranaut, who is a first-time MP, stated that Gandhi lacks a coherent leadership path and compared his approach unfavorably to that of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. She also questioned Gandhi’s recent actions, suggesting he should be “tested for drugs” due to controversial behavior. Ranaut praised Indira Gandhi’s complex legacy but noted she was a polarizing figure with different ideologies from her father, Jawaharlal Nehru.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma criticized West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s remarks about the BJP's role in the 12-hour shutdown. Banerjee accused the BJP of fueling unrest over the violence during the bandh, which was marked by sporadic incidents. Sarma responded on X, stating, “Didi, how dare you threaten Assam? Don’t try to set India on fire with your politics of failure.” The shutdown led to significant disruptions and violence, including a clash in Bhatpara and blocked railway tracks, impacting public transport and businesses across West Bengal.

The Trinamool Congress has criticized President Droupadi Murmu’s remarks on the RG Kar rape and murder case, questioning her silence on similar incidents across India. Party spokesperson Kunal Ghosh said, “I heard the President on RG Kar. Unnao, Hathras, Bilkis, and Manipur did not shake your heart? Did you not see Odisha, Maharashtra, Uttarakhand?” Murmu had expressed horror over the Kolkata incident in her PTI interview, stating, “The gruesome incident has left the nation shocked. The victims include even kindergarten girls.” The case is now under investigation by the Central Bureau of Investigation.

The Supreme Court's recent rulings affirming the principle that "bail is the rule, jail is the exception" even in Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) cases are seen as a significant shift. This decision has raised hopes for Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, currently jailed in a money laundering case linked to the Delhi excise policy. The court’s stance could ease the burden on overcrowded jails and prompt investigative agencies to strengthen their cases. Lawyers view these rulings as a positive change, reinforcing personal liberty over prolonged incarceration.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has pledged to amend the law next week to ensure the death penalty for rapists. Addressing Trinamool Congress's student wing foundation day, she dedicated the event to the Kolkata rape and murder victim. Banerjee criticized the BJP's "Bengal Bandh" protest, accusing them of defaming Bengal instead of seeking justice. She announced protests on August 31 and September 1 to demand capital punishment and legal reform. Banerjee also questioned the delay in the CBI investigation, highlighting the need for swift justice.