The Kerala government has constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate allegations of harassment and exploitation raised by female actors in the Malayalam film industry. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan met with top police officials to form the SIT, which includes senior female police officers. The move follows resignations by prominent figures, including filmmaker Ranjith and actor Siddique, amid misconduct allegations. The Hema Committee report highlighted a "criminal gang" controlling the industry, detailing widespread harassment. The government is addressing gender inequality in response to these findings.

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has completed a polygraph test on Sanjay Roy, the main accused in the Kolkata doctor rape-murder case at RG Kar Medical College. The CBI is also probing financial irregularities and conducted raids at the residence of Sandip Ghosh, the former principal of the college. The investigation includes six others, with the court approving polygraph tests on them. The brutal rape and murder of a junior doctor occurred at the hospital on August 8-9, 2024. The investigation remains ongoing.

A viral photo shows Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa, accused in a murder case, receiving VIP treatment inside Bengaluru's Parappana Agrahara Central Prison. The undated image shows Darshan relaxing with a beverage and a cigarette, alongside rowdy-sheeter inmates in a jail park. The prison department has noticed the photo and summoned top officials for an inquiry. Darshan was arrested for allegedly directing the murder of Renukaswamy, a fan who reportedly sent offensive messages to Darshan's rumored partner. Renukaswamy's father has urged the government to investigate and take action against the actor.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has vowed to make India drug-free, warning that "drugs not only ruin the youth but also weaken national security." Speaking at the inauguration of a Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) office in Raipur, Shah emphasized the need for a comprehensive strategy to dismantle drug networks. He stated, "Unless we attack the entire network, we will not be able to achieve the goal of a drug-free India." Shah highlighted a sharp increase in drug-related cases and arrests in the last decade, urging a "zero-tolerance" policy against drugs.

Doctors in Kolkata are protesting after the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at R G Kar Hospital. Despite talks, the protests continue, demanding safer work conditions. The Kolkata Police extended prohibitory orders near the hospital until August 31. Meanwhile, the CBI conducted raids at several locations, including the former principal's premises, investigating corruption at the hospital. The accused, Sanjay Roy, is in 14-day judicial custody. The Calcutta High Court allowed a planned protest march on August 27, citing the right to peaceful protest.

In Amritsar, Punjab Police have arrested five people, including the father of Sukhchain Singh’s first wife, following a shooting incident. The attack, captured on CCTV, involved two assailants who shot Singh three times, hitting him in the head and chest. Singh, recently returned from the US, survived the attack and is in stable condition. The motive is linked to a grudge from the victim’s first wife’s family, following her suicide in December 2022. Police are searching for the shooters and have also booked additional suspects.

Amid widespread protests demanding justice for a Kolkata doctor’s rape and murder, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared that crimes against women are an "unpardonable sin." Speaking at the ‘Lakhpati Didi Sammelan’ in Jalgaon, Modi stressed that perpetrators and accomplices must face severe consequences. He highlighted the government's efforts to strengthen laws and make justice more accessible, including the introduction of e-FIRs. Modi's comments come as thousands of women protest across India, reflecting growing outrage over violence against women and the need for stricter legal measures.

In the Kolkata doctor rape-murder case, the polygraph test of prime accused Sanjoy Roy has concluded, following a delay due to technical issues. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) also tested four other individuals, including former RG Kar Medical College principal Sandip Ghosh, on Saturday. A team from the Central Forensic Science Laboratory (CFSL) in Delhi conducted the tests. The CBI reported that the crime scene had been tampered with before their investigation began, suggesting a possible cover-up attempt by local police.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has pledged stringent measures against crimes targeting women, declaring them “unforgivable” following the rape and murder of a junior doctor in Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. Speaking at the ‘Lakhpati Didi Sammelan’ in Jalgaon, Modi stated, “The security of women is very important. I will once again tell every state government that crimes against women are unforgivable. No matter who the culprit is, they should not be spared.” This statement comes as nationwide protests and political tensions continue over women's safety.

A helicopter crashed in Pune's Paud area due to strong winds and bad weather, injuring the captain. The AW 139 aircraft took off from Mumbai's Juhu and was en route to Hyderabad. Inspector Manoj Yadav of Paud police said, "When they took off from Mumbai, the weather was fine, but upon reaching Paud, the helicopter encountered difficulties." The pilot attempted to land, but the helicopter struck a babul tree before crashing. Fortunately, the tree softened the impact. The four people on board survived. The IMD has issued an orange alert, warning of heavy rainfall in Pune and Satara districts.