Doctors at AIIMS, New Delhi, ended their 11-day strike on Thursday following the Supreme Court's appeal. The strike began in protest of the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College. The Resident Doctors' Association (RDA) thanked the Supreme Court for taking action and addressing the safety of healthcare workers. They urged authorities to follow the Court's directives and confirmed that no punitive action will be taken against the striking doctors. The RDA will continue symbolic protests after duty hours until justice is served.

India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) clarified on Thursday that the recent floods in Bangladesh were not caused by the release of water from Tripura's Dumbur dam. The MEA stated that the floods resulted from heavy rains in the catchment areas of the Gumti river, which flows through both India and Bangladesh. The Dumbur dam, located over 120 km from the Bangladesh border, was not the primary cause. The MEA emphasized the need for close cooperation between the two nations to address shared challenges posed by floods on cross-border rivers.

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for the North East of the UK, with strong winds and heavy rain expected on Thursday, August 22. Gusts of up to 60mph are predicted in parts of Durham and Tyne and Wear, causing potential transport disruptions. The warning is in effect from 8am to 8pm, with Northumberland and Tyneside most affected. Darlington's tip has been closed due to high winds. The weather is expected to improve over the bank holiday weekend, with calmer, drier conditions anticipated. Residents are urged to take care during the stormy weather.

Sanjay Roy, accused of the brutal rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College, is described as a "sexual pervert" by CBI sources. The CBI, which took over the case on August 13, reported that Roy showed no remorse during psychometric tests. The 33-year-old civic volunteer confessed to the crime, detailing it without emotion. The horrific incident has sparked nationwide outrage and led to widespread protests. The Supreme Court has requested a status report on the investigation, as the case continues to unfold.

Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud called for non-politicization of the Kolkata doctor rape and murder case during a Supreme Court hearing on Thursday. He urged the Centre and West Bengal governments to keep legal proceedings free from political influence. The court witnessed a heated exchange between Solicitor General Tushar Mehta and West Bengal counsel Kapil Sibal. Sibal asked for action against provocative statements, while Mehta highlighted a controversial remark by a West Bengal minister threatening violence against critics. The Chief Justice stressed that the focus should remain on the law and justice, not political agendas.

Atronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore's return from space has been delayed by 8 months due to issues with the Boeing Starliner spacecraft. Former US military space systems commander Rudy Ridolfi warns of risks, including oxygen shortage if the spacecraft re-enters Earth's atmosphere at the wrong angle. With only 96 hours of oxygen on board, NASA is racing to resolve technical problems and ensure a safe return. Ridolfi highlights two more possible scenarios, emphasizing the need for urgent solutions to avoid catastrophic consequences.

The Supreme Court has directed the West Bengal government not to take any action against individuals peacefully protesting the rape and murder of a junior doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. The order came amid ongoing demonstrations by medical professionals and students demanding justice for the victim. The Supreme Court emphasized the right to peaceful protest while continuing its oversight of the case. The court's directive aims to ensure that protestors can voice their concerns without fear of reprisal from state authorities, as the investigation into the tragic incident progresses.

Taylor Swift has spoken out about the cancellation of her Vienna tour dates due to an attack threat, saying it filled her with "a new sense of fear". Three concerts were cancelled in August after three people were arrested for allegedly planning Islamic State-inspired attacks. Swift expressed guilt over the cancellation, but gratitude towards authorities for prioritizing safety. She concluded her European Eras Tour in London on Tuesday, praising fans for their unity and love. The cancellation was "devastating", but Swift acknowledged it could have been worse, saying "we were grieving concerts and not lives".

The Bombay High Court, on Thursday, made strong remarks while taking suo moto cognisance of a plea regarding the sexual assault of two children at a school in Badlapur, Maharashtra. The court questioned the safety of schools, asking, "If schools are not a safe place, then what is the point of talking about 'right to education'?" The court also criticized the police and state for failing to file a case against the school despite complaints, drawing a parallel to the delayed case filing in the recent rape and murder of a doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Hospital.

The Supreme Court continued hearing the Kolkata rape-murder case, involving a 31-year-old doctor. Chief Justice DY Chandrachud urged protesting doctors to return to work, promising no action against them. The court dismissed the "151-gm semen" theory, emphasizing evidence over social media claims. The three-judge bench, including Justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra, aims to address the case. The court acknowledged doctors' long working hours and pledged to hear their concerns. The hearing seeks to resolve the protests and address the brutal crime at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital.