Gunfire was reported near Punjabi singer AP Dhillon's home on Victoria Island, Canada. The Lawrence Bishnoi-Rohit Godara gang claimed responsibility for the shooting. The attack comes weeks after Dhillon released a music video featuring Salman Khan. The gang's viral post threatened Dhillon, warning him to "stay within his limits" due to his connections with Khan. Canadian authorities are investigating the authenticity of the threats and shootings. This incident follows previous attacks linked to the Bishnoi gang, including shootings at Gippy Grewal's residence and outside Salman Khan's Mumbai home.

A viral audio clip reveals a conversation between two junior doctors at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College, allegedly showing Dr. Sarif Hassan, an aide of former principal Dr. Sandip Ghosh, threatening Dr. Anubhav Saha. Hassan allegedly name-dropped West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee ("Didi") to prevent Ghosh’s resignation. This incident emerges amid an ongoing investigation into a trainee doctor's rape and murder case at the hospital. Saha, who belongs to a socially backward class, claims he was harassed for supporting a new principal. Hassan has denied the allegations, stating the audio was AI-generated.

India’s Nitesh Kumar won the gold medal in men's singles SL3 badminton at the Paris Paralympics 2024 after defeating Great Britain’s Daniel Bethell in a thrilling three-game final. Nitesh took the first game 21-14, but Bethell fought back to win the second game 18-21. In a tense decider, Nitesh narrowly triumphed 23-21 to claim India’s first-ever badminton gold at the Paralympics. This victory adds to India's growing medal tally at the games, following previous successes in athletics and other sports. Nitesh’s achievement marks a historic moment for Indian para-badminton.

Yogesh Kathuniya secured his second successive silver medal in the Discus Throw F56 event at the Paris Paralympics on September 2, 2024. Kathuniya, who achieved a season-best throw of 42.22 meters, finished behind Brazil’s Claudiney Batista dos Santos, who set a new Paralympic record with 46.86 meters. This marks Kathuniya’s second silver in a row, following his success at the Tokyo Paralympics. Despite being wheelchair-bound due to Guillain–Barré syndrome, Kathuniya has made remarkable strides in para athletics, including setting a world record and winning multiple medals at international championships.

Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Ukraine's recent incursion into Russia’s Kursk region will not hinder Moscow's advance in eastern Ukraine. Despite Kyiv's attempt to disrupt Russian operations, Putin emphasized that Moscow continues to make significant progress in the Donbas region. He criticized the Ukrainian move as unsuccessful in its goal to stop Russian advances and pledged to address the "bandits" in Kursk. As Kyiv’s incursion has displaced around 130,000 people, Putin assured that Russia's offensive in the Donbas remains on course. The conflict remains intense as both sides vie for strategic advantage.

A BBC investigation has accused Jas Athwal, a British-Indian Sikh Labour MP, of being a "slum landlord" after revealing dire conditions in his rental properties. Tenants reported severe issues including mould, fleas, and ants across 15 London flats owned by Athwal. Despite initially claiming compliance with property regulations, Athwal admitted his flats lack proper licenses. He has promised immediate repairs, tenant reimbursements, and a survey of his properties. Athwal, who implemented the licensing scheme while leading Redbridge Council, has faced criticism and calls for an investigation into his conduct.

Tens of thousands of Israelis protested and went on strike on Sunday, demanding the government secure a deal for the release of hostages held by Hamas. The strike, called by the Histadrut union, has caused significant disruptions across Israel, including blocked roads, reduced services at airports, and closures of businesses and schools. The protest follows the recovery of six hostages' bodies from Gaza. The ongoing conflict, which began with a Hamas attack on October 7, has resulted in extensive casualties, with 97 hostages still unaccounted for and over 40,000 deaths reported in Gaza.

The Supreme Court of India criticized the bulldozer justice approach, stating, "Even if he is a convict, still it can't be done without following the procedure as prescribed by law." The court's bench, including Justices B R Gavai and K V Viswanathan, declared that demolitions cannot occur solely based on accusations. The court clarified that illegal structures blocking public roads are exceptions. It plans to set nationwide guidelines to prevent such actions. The next hearing on this issue is scheduled for September 17, 2024. Justice Viswanathan emphasized the need for due process before any demolition.

On Day 5 of the Paris 2024 Paralympics, Indian athlete Yogesh Kathuniya secured a silver medal in the Men’s Discus Throw F56 final with a season-best throw of 42.22m. Despite his strong start, Kathuniya couldn’t surpass this distance in subsequent attempts but still ensured a podium finish. Meanwhile, Indian para shuttlers Nithya Sre and Sivarajan Solaimalai fell short in their bronze medal match, losing to Indonesia's Subhan-Marlina in straight games (17-21, 12-21). India’s medal tally continues to grow, showcasing strong performances across various sports at the Paralympics.

Namibia plans to cull 723 wild animals, including 83 elephants, due to a severe drought affecting nearly half of the country's 1.4 million people. The culling aims to provide food and reduce human-wildlife conflicts as resources dwindle. The animals to be slaughtered include zebras, hippos, and impalas. Namibia’s Ministry of Environment stated the move aligns with the constitutional mandate to utilize natural resources for citizens. The U.N. recently highlighted that 84% of Namibia's food resources are already exhausted, and over 30 million people in Southern Africa are impacted by this historic drought.