The Supreme Court of India has raised serious concerns over discrepancies in the investigation of the rape and murder of a thirty-one-year-old doctor at Kolkata’s RG Kar Hospital. Chief Justice DY Chandrachud highlighted the twelve-hour delay in sealing the crime scene and questioned the timeline of the FIR, which was filed fourteen hours after the discovery of the body. The court also pointed out the inconsistency between the autopsy results and the classification of the death as "unnatural." The Central Bureau of Investigation continues its inquiry, with the next hearing scheduled for September 5.

The NHS in England will not fund Lecanemab, the first drug shown to slow early-stage Alzheimer's, due to cost concerns, according to NICE. While the drug, licensed by MHRA, demonstrated a 25% reduction in cognitive decline over 18 months, NICE argues that its high cost and required intensive monitoring outweigh the benefits. Approximately 70,000 adults in England were potential candidates. Although available privately, Lecanemab's approval in Great Britain contrasts with the European Medicines Agency's rejection. NICE's final decision will follow a public consultation later this year.

The Supreme Court of India has directed doctors to return to their duties following the recent protests over the rape and murder of a postgraduate student at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College. The court's intervention came after the Federation of All India Medical Associations (FAIMA) announced it would end its strike, which had disrupted medical services nationwide. The court assured that no punitive actions would be taken against the protesting doctors if they resumed work immediately. In response to the incident, a National Task Force will be established to improve safety measures for medical professionals.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has completed his first trip to Poland by an Indian leader in 45 years and is now en route to Ukraine. During his two-day visit, Modi discussed defense and trade with Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk and President Andrzej Duda, marking a milestone in bilateral relations. Modi met with scholars, business leaders, and athletes in Warsaw, focusing on deepening India-Poland ties. The visit also aimed at boosting cooperation in defense and technology. Modi’s next stop is Ukraine, where he hopes to advance dialogue and peace efforts.

A Delhi court has directed the immediate reinstatement of security for women wrestlers set to testify in the sexual harassment case against former Wrestling Federation of India president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. The move follows claims by wrestler Vinesh Phogat that Delhi Police withdrew their security. The court also demanded a detailed report from the Deputy Commissioner of Police on the security withdrawal. The Delhi Police denied the allegations, calling the security lapse a routine issue. The case involves serious charges of sexual harassment and intimidation against Singh, with ongoing protests from wrestlers.

Vice President Kamala Harris is set to deliver the keynote address on the final night of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. This pivotal speech will formally accept her party's nomination for the presidency, concluding a week of high-profile speeches and events. Earlier in the week, Tim Walz, her running mate, energized the crowd with a personal appeal to middle America. The convention has also seen significant speeches from prominent Democrats including Oprah Winfrey and former presidents Bill Clinton and Barack Obama, setting the stage for a decisive push towards the November election.

Storm Lilian is set to impact the UK with strong winds and heavy rain, starting tonight and continuing into Friday morning. The Met Office has issued an amber warning for northern England, including Yorkshire, Merseyside, and Lancashire, as well as parts of Wales and southwest Scotland. Winds are expected to reach 50-60mph, with gusts exceeding 75mph in some areas. The storm could cause significant travel disruption, damage to buildings, and injuries from debris. The warning is in effect from 5am to 11am on Friday, potentially affecting bank holiday plans for many.

Botswana has yielded the world's second-largest diamond, a 2,492-carat rough gem, from the Karowe mine, owned by Canadian firm Lucara Diamond. This find surpasses the previous record for Botswana, a 1,758-carat stone found in 2019. The discovery, using Mega Diamond Recovery X-ray technology, is notable as the largest since the 3,106-carat Cullinan diamond of 1905. Lucara’s William Lamb expressed excitement over the find, though details on the gem's quality or value remain undisclosed. Botswana, a major diamond producer, is considering new laws for local stakeholding in mining operations.

CCTV footage has revealed that Sanjoy Roy, accused in the RG Kar Medical College rape and murder case, was seen observing the victim on August 8, a day before the crime. During interrogation, Roy admitted to the police that he had been watching the 31-year-old trainee doctor in the chest medicine ward. The footage corroborates Roy's statement, showing him in the ward at 11 a.m. when the victim and other junior doctors were present. The crime occurred on August 9, with evidence suggesting Roy entered the hospital around 4 a.m. The victim was last seen alive at 2:30 a.m.

A special court in Kolkata allowed the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to conduct a lie detector test on Dr. Sandip Ghosh, the former principal of RG Kar Medical College, and four other doctors connected to the rape and murder of a 31-year-old trainee doctor. The four doctors were with the victim on the night of the crime. CBI sources indicated that the polygraph test aims to uncover the truth behind their statements. Dr. Ghosh had resigned as principal on August 12 following widespread protests over the horrific incident.