The Supreme Court told the West Bengal government that restricting women doctors from working night shifts violates their right to equal opportunities. Chief Justice DY Chandrachud emphasized that the government's duty is to provide protection, not limit their work. He cited examples of women pilots and defence personnel working at night, adding, "Women want equal opportunities, not concessions." This came during a case about the rape and murder of a doctor at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College. The court also ordered Wikipedia to remove the victim’s name and photograph.

Arvind Kejriwal resigned as Delhi Chief Minister, appointing Atishi as his interim replacement, following his release on bail in a liquor policy case. Kejriwal met Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena to submit his resignation. Atishi, now leader of AAP's legislative party, vowed to ensure Kejriwal's return as Chief Minister in the upcoming election, which may be held soon. She stated, "Delhi has only one Chief Minister... and that is Kejriwal." Kejriwal faces allegations of corruption and money laundering, but maintains his innocence, accusing BJP of framing him.

A Supreme Court hearing on the brutal rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College recorded the attendance of 210 lawyers on September 9. The case, involving multiple legal matters, saw a high number of appearances due to the involvement of various petitioners and intervenors. The bench, led by Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud, addressed issues such as infrastructure concerns and junior doctors’ protests. Senior advocate Milon Mukherjee stated that the volume of participants increased due to the combination of several Public Interest Litigations (PILs).

India clinched their 5th Asian Champions Trophy in hockey by defeating China 1-0 in the final on September 17, 2024. Jugraj Singh netted the decisive goal in the 51st minute, with Harmanpreet Singh providing the assist. Despite their earlier 3-0 win over China in the tournament opener, the final proved challenging as China’s defense held firm. India’s resilient performance and strong defense throughout the match ensured they retained their title, overcoming a determined Chinese team.

The White House condemned Elon Musk after he posted a comment on X suggesting "no one is even trying" to assassinate President Joe Biden or Vice President Kamala Harris. The comment, intended as a joke, was removed by Musk following backlash. White House spokesperson Andrew Bates criticized Musk, calling the rhetoric "irresponsible" and emphasizing that violence should not be trivialized. This post followed an attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, which heightened scrutiny on public statements regarding political violence.

Newly appointed Israeli Ambassador Reuven Azar has highlighted India's crucial role in Israel's 100-kilometer metro project in Tel Aviv. Azar described India as a key partner, emphasizing its potential in attracting international firms for the project. He remarked, “India is an excellent partner… a thousand kilometers of metro is being built, apart from roads, airports and ports.” This request follows Israel's ban on Palestinian workers. Azar also addressed India’s rising influence in West Asia, aligning with regional stability and infrastructure development efforts.

In a heated Supreme Court session on September 17, Chief Justice of India (CJI) D.Y. Chandrachud reprimanded a senior counsel seeking the removal of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee over her handling of the Kolkata rape case. Chandrachud emphasized that the court is not a political platform and rejected the application. He stressed that the court's focus is on addressing the junior doctors' grievances, not on political demands. The bench is reviewing the CBI's status report on the case and has requested updates by September 24. The junior doctors' forum is pressing for implementation of their demands.

West Bengal's government has appointed Manoj Verma as the new Kolkata Police Commissioner, replacing Vineet Goyal. Verma, previously ADG Law & Order Bengal, is known for his work in Maoist areas and Barrackpore Police. This move comes amid a healthcare crisis in Kolkata. In response, the state has also transferred two senior health officials: Dr. Swapan Soren replaces Dr. Debashis Halder as Director of Health Services, while Dr. Kaustav Nayak shifts to Director of Institute of Health and Family Welfare. The changes aim to address ongoing issues with the city's health services.

Donald Trump resumed his campaign in Michigan following a foiled assassination attempt at his Florida golf course over the weekend. This incident, the second such attempt in two months, has intensified the 2024 presidential race. Trump has blamed the rhetoric of Democratic rivals Kamala Harris and Joe Biden for the attack, accusing them of endangering his life. Harris, campaigning in Pennsylvania, has condemned the violence. With the election just seven weeks away, both candidates are focusing on swing states, with recent polls showing a tight race between Trump and Harris.

Severe flooding across central Europe has resulted in 17 deaths and extensive damage, with border areas between Poland and the Czech Republic most affected. Over the weekend, heavy rains caused rivers to overflow, collapsing bridges and forcing mass evacuations. Poland's government has allocated 1 billion zlotys ($260 million) for relief efforts, and EU aid is being sought. Cities like Nysa and Ostrava are experiencing severe disruptions, while Romania and Austria also report fatalities and damage. Authorities in Slovakia and Hungary are preparing for potential flooding as the situation evolves.