West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee condemned political parties for engaging in "cheap politics" following the rape and murder of a trainee doctor in Kolkata. She accused CPI(M) and BJP of trying to exploit the incident for political gain, stating, "They think they can do a Bangladesh here." Banerjee defended her government's response, emphasizing her direct involvement in the investigation. The Chief Minister praised the Kolkata Police for arresting the suspect within twelve hours and assured the victim's family of swift justice. The case has been transferred to the CBI following the Calcutta High Court's order.

Following the horrific rape and murder of a 31-year-old doctor at RG Kar Medical College, Kolkata, former sociology researcher Rimjhim Sinha’s Facebook post sparked a nationwide movement. She organized the "The Night Is Ours" protest on August 14, aiming to highlight that while India gained independence on this night in 1947, women still lack true freedom. The post went viral, leading thousands, including marginalized groups, to join the protest. Sinha, overwhelmed by the response, now plans to push forward with a list of demands as the Calcutta High Court orders a CBI probe into the case.

Rahul Gandhi expressed shock over the rape and murder of a junior doctor in Kolkata, calling it a “cruel and inhuman act.” He said, “The entire country is shocked by the gruesome incident,” adding that the case has created “an atmosphere of insecurity among the doctors' community and women.” Gandhi criticized the handling of the investigation, stating, “Attempts to protect the accused raise serious questions on the hospital and local administration.” He urged a national dialogue to address the rising violence against women, questioning, “Why are even the strict laws made after the Nirbhaya case unsuccessful in preventing such crimes?”

A post-mortem report of the thirty-one-year-old trainee doctor found murdered at Kolkata's RG Kar Hospital suggests she was gang-raped, according to Dr. Subarna Goswami. The report indicated one hundred fifty-one grams of liquid from the vaginal swab, pointing to multiple attackers. Dr. Goswami emphasized that the nature of injuries on the victim’s body could not be inflicted by one person. The victim's body was discovered semi-naked with signs of severe violence, including a broken thyroid cartilage and genital torture. Nationwide protests by doctors have erupted, demanding justice for the victim.

Silchar Medical College and Hospital (SMCH) in Assam faces criticism for advising female doctors and staff to avoid roaming alone at night following the Kolkata doctor’s rape and murder. Principal Dr. Bhaskar Gupta issued the advisory to enhance safety but faced backlash for not addressing underlying security issues. Critics, including the Junior Doctors' Association, argue that the advisory shifts responsibility onto women rather than improving campus security. They demand better protective measures and a focus on addressing harassment. The advisory was intended to prevent incidents but has sparked outrage among students and staff.  

An Air India flight from Mumbai to London (AI129) returned to Mumbai on Wednesday due to a technical issue. Upon landing at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, the aircraft underwent precautionary safety checks. Air India has arranged alternative flights for the passengers and offered full refunds or complimentary rescheduling. The airline emphasized that passenger safety and well-being are top priorities. This incident echoes a similar occurrence last year when another Air India flight to London was diverted back to Mumbai due to an engine failure.

Captain Deepak Singh was killed Wednesday in an encounter with four terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district. The clash occurred in a forested area during a cordon-and-search operation. A civilian was also injured. Security forces recovered an American-made M4 assault rifle and three blood-soaked rucksacks from the site. The encounter, which resumed after a brief exchange of fire the previous night, occurs just before Independence Day. This surge in terrorism has prompted a high-level security review by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi, and NSA Ajit Doval.

In Kolkata, a horrific case of rape and murder has ignited widespread protests. A 31-year-old female trainee doctor was found dead in RG Kar Medical College after being assaulted early Friday. The arrested suspect, a hospital volunteer, had unrestricted access to the ward. The incident has prompted a 'Reclaim the Night' march in Kolkata and strikes by doctors nationwide, demanding stricter laws for healthcare workers' protection. Women, making up 30% of India’s doctors and 80% of its nurses, face increasing security risks in hospitals amid rising violence against them.

The family of a 31-year-old trainee doctor, raped and murdered at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, revealed their harrowing ordeal. Initially told their daughter had died by suicide, they were made to wait three hours outside the hospital. When they finally saw her body, it was described as being in a horrifying state with broken glasses in her eyes and legs spread apart. An autopsy confirmed she was choked to death, with extensive injuries and signs of sexual torture. The Calcutta High Court has now transferred the case to the CBI for further investigation.

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has taken charge of the Kolkata rape-murder case involving a trainee doctor from RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. This follows a Calcutta High Court directive amid claims of evidence tampering and initial misrepresentation of the death as a suicide. Protests continue, led by medical professionals and student bodies demanding stronger protections for doctors and an investigation into alleged attempts to destroy evidence. The victim, found with severe injuries and signs of sexual assault, was reportedly subjected to violent assault before her death. A suspect, Sanjay Roy, has been arrested.