Late Sunday, Israeli airstrikes in the Masyaf region of central Syria killed at least seven people, including three civilians, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. The Britain-based war monitor reported that four unidentified soldiers were among the dead, and 15 others were wounded. The strikes targeted military facilities where pro-Iranian groups and weapons experts were present. Syrian state news agency Sana confirmed five deaths and 19 injuries, citing a medical source. Israel has conducted numerous strikes in Syria since the civil war began in 2011, primarily targeting pro-Iranian groups and preventing Iran's military presence in the region.

Speaking to the Indian diaspora in Dallas, Texas, Rahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, asserted that fear of the BJP and Prime Minister Narendra Modi faded after the Lok Sabha election results. Gandhi emphasized that this was a victory for the Indian people and democracy. He also criticized the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), stating that while the RSS views India as one idea, the Congress party believes in a multiplicity of ideas. Highlighting the importance of the Constitution, he argued that attacks on it are equivalent to attacks on India's religious and cultural traditions.

Amar Kaushik's Stree 2, starring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao, has become the second-highest-grossing Hindi film in India, surpassing Pathaan. On Sunday, the film’s box office total reached ₹527 crore nett, surpassing Pathaan's ₹524.53 crore. Stree 2 had previously beaten the Hindi version of Baahubali 2 to claim the third spot. Currently, only Jawan, another Shah Rukh Khan starrer, remains ahead at ₹582.31 crore. Released on August 15, Stree 2 continues the supernatural tale of the haunted town of Chanderi. Despite competition, the film has cemented its blockbuster status at the Indian box office.    

The Indian Army successfully foiled an infiltration attempt at the India-Pakistan border in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district on Monday. During the overnight operation in the Nowshera sector, two terrorists were killed, and a cache of weapons, including AK-47 rifles, was seized. Security forces launched a massive search operation as they believe more terrorists may have been hit in the crossfire. The incident comes amid heightened tensions ahead of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections scheduled to take place in three phases starting September 18.

The parents of the Kolkata rape-murder victim have accused the police of covering up the crime. Speaking at a protest marking one month since their daughter, a trainee medic at RG Kar Medical College, was murdered, they expressed frustration with the investigation. The victim's mother said she "shudders" at the pain her daughter endured, while the father said they would need to "snatch" justice. The police allegedly delayed filing the FIR and tampered with evidence, adding to the family's anguish. Civic volunteer Sanjay Roy has been arrested based on CCTV footage.

A major accident was averted when the Kalindi Express, traveling from Prayagraj to Bhiwani, struck a gas cylinder placed on the tracks near Kanpur on Sunday. The collision sent the cylinder flying 50 meters, halting the train for 20 minutes. Railway Police Force (RPF) and Government Railway Police (GRP) teams are investigating the incident, with reports suggesting more "objectionable material" was found near the site. Kanpur Assistant Commissioner of Police Harish Chander confirmed the train route remained undisturbed, and other trains continued as scheduled. Similar incidents have been reported in Uttar Pradesh recently.

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi, during a speech at the University of Texas in Dallas, linked spirituality with politics, calling the Bharat Jodo Yatra an "attack on myself." Gandhi highlighted the concept of transparency in leadership, drawing from Hindu spirituality. He explained that the idea of a "Devta" involves aligning internal feelings with external expression. The Bharat Jodo Yatra, a 4,000 km journey, helped him rethink politics, fostering love and understanding. Gandhi's US visit aims to strengthen India-US ties through dialogues, including at Georgetown University and Capitol Hill.

On September 8, 2024, protests erupted in over 130 cities across 25 countries, including Japan, Australia, and Sweden, demanding justice for a trainee doctor raped and murdered in Kolkata. The global demonstrations began in Asia and spread to Europe and the US, with 60 planned protests in the US alone. Activists and members of the Indian diaspora are calling for accountability and better safety measures for women. The Supreme Court of India is scheduled to hear the case on September 9. The protests highlight ongoing concerns about sexual violence despite recent legal reforms.

Kolkata's streets were filled with protesters on September 8, 2024, as people from various sectors, including doctors, artists, and rickshaw pullers, took part in the "Reclaim the Night" protest. This demonstration marked one month since the alleged rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. The Supreme Court is set to hear the case on September 9. Protesters are demanding justice and expressing frustration over slow progress in the investigation. The protests challenge the Trinamool Congress government, with calls for accountability and reforms.

India concluded the Paris Paralympics 2024 with a remarkable tally of 29 medals, surpassing their previous record. The haul includes 7 gold, 9 silver, and 13 bronze medals. Notable performances include Avani Lekhara’s gold in shooting and Sumit Antil’s gold in men’s javelin throw F64. Navdeep Singh’s silver in men’s javelin F41 was upgraded to gold, adding a final highlight to the Games. Despite missing the 30-medal mark, India improved on their Tokyo 2020 performance, where they won 19 medals and ranked 24th. India is set to finish 18th in the overall medal tally.