The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has completed a second round of polygraph tests on Dr. Sandip Ghosh, former principal of RG Kar Medical College, in connection with the rape and murder of a woman doctor. The test was conducted by a team from the Central Forensic Science Laboratory. The CBI had earlier conducted a polygraph test on arrested accused Sanjay Roy. Searches were also carried out at multiple locations linked to Ghosh and his relatives. An FIR was filed against Ghosh on August 24, following Calcutta High Court directives.

Kangana Ranaut, director and lead actor of 'Emergency', has received death threats from extremist Sikh groups. A viral video threatens her with beheading, referencing Indira Gandhi's assassination. Ranaut has sought police protection and filed a complaint. The film's trailer has sparked outrage among some Sikh groups, objecting to the portrayal of Khalistani militant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale as a terrorist. The movie, releasing on September 6, is based on the Emergency era and Gandhi's rule. Police are investigating the matter. Ranaut's team is taking necessary precautions to ensure her safety.

Champai Soren, the former Chief Minister of Jharkhand and senior leader of the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), will join the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), according to an announcement by Himanta Biswa Sarma. Soren, 67, had resigned from his Chief Ministerial position to facilitate Hemant Soren's assumption of office after his release from jail. He had previously accused the JMM leadership of insulting him and expressed dissatisfaction with his limited tenure. Soren, known as the "Jharkhand Tiger" for his role in the state's creation, stated that he would continue in politics and might consider forming a new political party.

US President Joe Biden spoke with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, commending his historic visits to Poland and Ukraine. Modi's trip marked the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to these countries in decades. Biden praised Modi's message of peace and his humanitarian efforts in Ukraine, including support for the country's energy sector. The leaders discussed Modi's trip and the upcoming UN General Assembly meetings in September. The call highlights the strong bilateral relationship between India and the US, with a shared focus on global peace and stability. The conversation was confirmed by a White House statement.

Russia launched one of its largest air attacks on Ukraine, targeting more than half of the country’s regions with missiles and drones. At least seven people were killed, and dozens were injured. The attacks, which started overnight on August 26 and continued into August 27, damaged power infrastructure, causing widespread blackouts and triggering a nationwide air raid alert. Russia confirmed targeting Ukraine’s energy infrastructure and claimed all targets were hit. In Kryvyi Rih, a missile strike on a civilian building resulted in one death and five people missing. Ukraine’s air force reported intercepting 102 missiles and 99 drones during the assault.

On the final day of the Notting Hill Carnival, five more people were stabbed, and 230 people were arrested. The Metropolitan Police took action by using search powers to seize weapons and prevent further violence. Three firearms were recovered: two at the carnival and one during a vehicle stop in Harrow. The carnival, which celebrates Caribbean culture, saw around one million attendees over the two-day event. Deputy Assistant Commissioner Ade Adelekan, responsible for the operation, urged anyone with information to come forward to help prevent more violence. Despite the majority enjoying the event, Sunday’s celebrations were overshadowed by incidents of violence.

Tensions prevail in West Bengal as students' organization Paschimbanga Chhatro Samaj insists on holding a peaceful 'Nabanna Abhijan' rally today, demanding CM Mamata Banerjee's resignation over the alleged rape and murder of a trainee doctor. The rally aims to seek justice and arrest of those responsible. However, the Kolkata Police has rejected the rally application citing concerns over law and order. The students' organization remains adamant, posing a challenge to the administration. The situation remains volatile as the city braces for potential clashes. Key demands include CM's resignation and swift action against the perpetrators.

Gujarat is experiencing exceptionally heavy rainfall, resulting in three fatalities and evacuation of nearly 20,000 residents. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted heavy to very heavy rainfall, with isolated extremely heavy showers, across several districts until August 29. The intense downpours have caused flooding in low-lying areas. The IMD’s warning highlights the severity of the weather event, which poses significant risks to life and property. Emergency services are actively responding to the situation as Gujarat prepares for ongoing severe weather conditions.

Avian Influenza (Bird Flu) has been detected in Odisha’s Puri district, leading to the culling of approximately 20,000 chickens in the Pipli and Satyabadi areas over the past three days. The state's health department has ordered increased surveillance to protect human health, emphasizing the virus can spread from infected birds to humans through inhalation, though there's no confirmed human-to-human transmission. Director of Public Health, Nilakantha Mishra, directed Puri’s chief district medical officer to closely coordinate with other departments to monitor any unexplained bird deaths. The culling was initiated after reports of chicken deaths at a poultry farm in Pipli emerged, with 13 state government teams involved in the operation.

An FIR has been filed against contractor Jaydeep Apte and structural consultant Chetan Patil after the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj statue in Sindhudurg, Maharashtra, collapsed just eight months post-inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The FIR includes charges of fraud, collusion, and endangering public safety under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). The Public Works Department (PWD) reported that poor construction quality and rusted nuts and bolts caused the collapse. Despite concerns raised by locals, tourists, and a PWD assistant engineer warning about the statue's deteriorating condition, no preventive action was taken, leading to the statue's eventual failure.