The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) will present a progress report today to the Supreme Court on the investigation into the rape and murder of a 31-year-old trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata. The case, which has triggered nationwide protests, was discussed by a bench led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud on August 20. The court criticized the West Bengal government for its handling of the case and for failing to prevent vandalism at the medical college. Additionally, the Bengal government is required to file a status report on the investigation into the vandalism.

A full emergency was declared at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport on Wednesday following a bomb threat on an Air India flight from Mumbai. The aircraft, carrying 135 passengers, landed safely at 8 am and was directed to an isolation bay. The threat was reported by the pilot at 7:30 am as the plane approached the airport. Emergency protocols were activated at 7:36 am, and passengers were evacuated by 8:44 am. There were no reported injuries or damage, and airport operations continued without disruption. Authorities are still investigating the source of the bomb threat and have not released further details at this time.

In Gopalganj, Bihar, a mob attacked a school bus with children onboard during the Bharat bandh on Wednesday, organized by Dalit and Adivasi groups protesting a Supreme Court decision on reservations for Scheduled Castes. The mob attempted to set the bus on fire, with a man seen burning a tyre underneath the vehicle. The road was blocked with burning tyres. Fortunately, police and district authorities intervened promptly, preventing the situation from escalating. A video of the incident shows the bus surrounded by people armed with sticks. Authorities' swift action averted a potential disaster.

Dr. Sandip Ghosh’s transfer to Calcutta National Medical College was canceled on August 21 following protests. Ghosh had resigned as RG Kar Hospital principal after the rape and murder of a trainee doctor. Despite resigning and taking “moral responsibility,” he was soon appointed to another medical college, leading to student protests. The Bengal government reversed the decision due to the backlash. The CBI is investigating Ghosh’s role in the case, and Kolkata Police are probing his potential financial misconduct. Ghosh continues to face scrutiny from both agencies.

The new principal of Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, Dr. Suhrita Paul, along with the hospital superintendent and head of the Chest Department, was dismissed on August 21, 2024. The sacking follows student protests demanding the removal of administrative officials present during a recent incident of vandalism at the hospital. The protests were triggered by the rape and murder of a 31-year-old trainee doctor on August 9. The Bengal government has appointed Manas Bandopadhyay as the new principal. The incident led to extensive unrest, including vandalism and clashes with police.

The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) inspected Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College on Supreme Court orders following the August 15 rampage at the hospital. A mob vandalized the emergency department days after the alleged rape and murder of a trainee doctor. Two assistant police commissioners and an inspector were suspended for failing to prevent the violence. The West Bengal government has restructured police deployment at the hospital. The CISF team held meetings with health and police officials to assess security arrangements, while investigations into the incident continue.

Former Indian cricketer Sourav Ganguly, along with his wife Dona and daughter Sana, joined a candlelight protest in Kolkata against the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College. Doctors across the country continued their strike, demanding justice. The West Bengal Health Department removed the new principal and other officials of the hospital following student demands. The main accused, Sanjay Roy, awaits a polygraph test, but his consent is still needed. The Governor is expected to meet the victim's family soon, as public outrage continues to grow.

A blast at the Escientia pharmaceutical unit in Anakapalli, Andhra Pradesh, killed 15 people and injured over 40 on Wednesday. The explosion occurred during the lunch hour, catching many workers off guard. Emergency services, including firefighters and police, responded quickly. The source of the blast is still unknown. The Anakapalli District Collector confirmed that 13 people trapped in the unit were rescued. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu expressed his condolences and assured support for the families of the victims. The government is working to save those seriously injured in the explosion.

A four-year-old girl in Badlapur is in shock after being sexually assaulted by a school cleaner. The incident occurred on August 13, but police only filed the FIR three days later after the family waited 12 hours at the station. The family suspects more children were abused but fear is stopping them from speaking out. The school claims its CCTV system was down, raising concerns about evidence tampering. The accused cleaner was arrested, and three school staff members were suspended. The community protested, leading to the suspension of three police officers.

A devastating fire at the Escientia Advanced Sciences pharmaceutical plant in Anakapalle district, Andhra Pradesh, claimed 13 lives and injured 17 others. The incident occurred at 2 p.m. in the Achutapuram Special Economic Zone and is suspected to have been caused by an electrical issue, not a reactor blast as initially reported. Around 30 injured individuals were taken to nearby hospitals. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu expressed sorrow over the loss of lives, assuring support for the victims' families. This marks the third fatal incident in the SEZ area in recent months.