Haryana AAP chief Sushil Gupta announced Monday that his party will contest all 90 seats in the upcoming state Assembly election on October 5, ruling out an alliance with Congress. AAP's first list of 20 candidates includes 11 from seats contested by Congress. Talks between the two parties failed over seat-sharing disagreements, with Congress unwilling to concede more than seven seats. Former Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda emphasized the Congress’s strength in the state, calling the election a contest between BJP and Congress. AAP remains confident despite its Lok Sabha struggles. Votes will be counted on October 8.

The Supreme Court has directed protesting doctors in West Bengal to resume work by Tuesday, 5 p.m., or face disciplinary action. The ongoing 28-day protest by doctors, triggered by the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Hospital, has severely impacted the state's healthcare system. Twenty-three patient deaths were reported during the disruption. The SC emphasized that protests must not come at the expense of duty. The court ordered police and state authorities to ensure the safety of returning doctors and remove all images of the victim from social media platforms.

Actor Idris Elba joined UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Home Secretary Yvette Cooper at the first annual knife crime summit in Downing Street. The government launched a new anti-knife crime coalition aimed at reducing knife crime by 50% over the next decade. Elba, an anti-knife crime campaigner, emphasized the importance of action, not just discussion, and called for diverse perspectives to address the issue. The coalition includes Elba's Hope Foundation, community groups, tech companies, and law enforcement, focusing on tougher online knife sales regulations and rehabilitation efforts for affected communities.

  West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday urged residents protesting over the rape and murder of a doctor at Kolkata's R.G. Kar Medical College to call off their strikes and join the Durga Puja festivities. Addressing the ongoing protests, Banerjee emphasized that the Supreme Court had intervened and urged doctors to return to work by September 10 to prevent further disruptions. Banerjee also clarified that she did not offer compensation to the victim's family, countering claims of misinformation. The protests have disrupted medical services, affecting 7 lakh patients and delaying 7,000 surgeries.

India’s para athletes delivered an outstanding performance at the Paris 2024 Paralympics, achieving their best-ever medal tally. Notably, several athletes won medals in their maiden Paralympic appearance. Nitesh Kumar secured gold in men’s badminton (SL3), while Preethi Pal clinched two bronze medals in women’s athletics (100m and 200m T35). Other debut medalists included Mona Agarwal (bronze, shooting), Thulasimathi Murugesan (silver, badminton), Manisha Ramadass (bronze, badminton), and more. India's impressive haul at the Games included seven gold, nine silver, and 13 bronze medals, marking a historic achievement for the nation.

During the Supreme Court hearing on the Kolkata doctor's rape and murder case, Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud reprimanded lawyer Kaustav Bagchi for his loud demeanor, urging him to lower his pitch. The incident occurred as senior advocate Kapil Sibal presented videos allegedly showing Bagchi throwing stones at a protest over the crime. The CJI also addressed the ongoing doctors' strike, stressing that protests cannot continue at the cost of duty. He urged doctors to return to work by 5 PM Tuesday, assuring them of safety and no adverse actions.

After heavy rains in Gujarat’s Kutch district, a mysterious fever has claimed 12 lives, including 4 children, within a few days. Local authorities suspect pneumonitis as the cause, though the exact source remains uncertain. Residents suffering from high fever and breathing difficulties are urged to seek immediate medical care. Medical teams, including 22 health surveillance units and rapid response teams, have been deployed to investigate the outbreak. Officials have ruled out common infections like malaria, dengue, and H1N1. Efforts to control the health crisis are ongoing, with increased medical services in Lakhpat.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee refuted claims that Kolkata Police offered money to the parents of the trainee doctor who was raped and murdered at RG Kar Medical College. The doctor’s father had accused the police of trying to cover up the case and offering a bribe, which he said the family declined. Banerjee labeled the accusations as "slander" and asserted that no money was ever offered. She also alleged a conspiracy by the Centre involving left parties. The CBI continues to investigate the case, with the probe nearing completion.

Indian athlete Navdeep Singh clinched gold in the men's javelin throw F41 final at the Paris Paralympics after Iranian athlete Sadegh Beit Sayah was disqualified for displaying a controversial flag. Initially winning silver, Navdeep's medal was upgraded after the disqualification, marking India's 7th gold in the Paralympic Games. Emotional over the Iranian's disqualification and seeing him in tears, Navdeep hugged and consoled his opponent. Reflecting on his achievement, Navdeep expressed pride in making India proud, revealing his surprise at throwing a personal best of 47.32 meters, significantly exceeding his training distances.

The Supreme Court directed Kolkata's protesting doctors to resume work by 5 p.m. on September 10, warning of adverse action if they fail to comply. This follows senior advocate Kapil Sibal’s submission that 23 individuals have died due to inadequate treatment during the strike. The court also ordered the West Bengal government to address the doctors' safety concerns by installing CCTV cameras and improving facilities. The CBI was instructed to submit a fresh status report on the investigation into the rape and murder of a junior doctor at RG Kar Medical College. Nationwide protests continue over the incident.