Divers have recovered five bodies from the wreck of the superyacht Bayesian, which sank off Sicily, Italy. The yacht went down after being hit by a tornado. So far, six deaths are confirmed, including the yacht's chef. British tech billionaire Mike Lynch and others remain missing. Search efforts are ongoing, with divers using advanced equipment to explore the wreck at 50 meters depth. The chances of finding survivors are slim, but search teams continue to look for air pockets inside the ship. The Bayesian had 22 people on board; 15 were rescued.

The Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) has called for a Maharashtra bandh on August 24 to protest a sexual assault case in Badlapur. The incident involved two young girls allegedly abused by a school attendant. MVA allies, including Congress, Uddhav Thackeray’s Shiv Sena (UBT), and NCP, will participate. The decision follows protests over delayed police action and rising crimes against women. Congress leaders recently demonstrated outside Mantralaya, criticizing the BJP-led government for its handling of the case and overall women's safety issues.

Stree 2, starring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao, continues its strong box office run a week after release. The film earned ₹16.5 crore on its seventh day, bringing its total to ₹271.85 crore. Released on August 15, Stree 2 had a successful opening and has been a major hit. The film is close to reaching the ₹300 crore milestone and has been praised for its performance and popularity. Directed by Amar Kaushik, the movie is part of the Maddock Supernatural Universe and features cameos by Akshay Kumar and Varun Dhawan.

Donald Trump will hold his first outdoor rally since a recent assassination attempt. Scheduled for Wednesday in Asheboro, North Carolina, the event will take place at an aviation museum. Trump, 78, will speak behind bulletproof glass. This comes a month after an attack during a rally in Pennsylvania, which left one person dead. Despite Secret Service recommendations to avoid outdoor events, Trump aims to regain his rally dominance. The event will feature Trump and vice presidential pick J.D. Vance discussing national security. North Carolina is a key battleground state for the upcoming election.

A 4.2 magnitude earthquake struck the Andaman and Nicobar Islands on Wednesday night at 10:15 PM, according to the National Center for Seismology. The quake’s depth was 5 km. No immediate reports of damage or injuries have been received. The region is known for its seismic activity due to its location on the Alpine-Himalayan belt. Earlier this year, a 4.4 magnitude quake also hit the area. The islands experience frequent earthquakes, reflecting their position in a seismically active zone.

The new principal of Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, Dr. Suhrita Paul, along with the hospital superintendent and head of the Chest Department, was dismissed on August 21, 2024. The sacking follows student protests demanding the removal of administrative officials present during a recent incident of vandalism at the hospital. The protests were triggered by the rape and murder of a 31-year-old trainee doctor on August 9. The Bengal government has appointed Manas Bandopadhyay as the new principal. The incident led to extensive unrest, including vandalism and clashes with police.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has made a historic visit to Poland, marking the first trip by an Indian Prime Minister in forty-five years. During his visit, Modi paid tribute at the Jam Saheb of Nawanagar Memorial in Warsaw. The memorial honors Jam Saheb Digvijaysinhji Ranjitsinhji, the 'Good Maharaja' who sheltered Polish children during World War II. Modi also met with the Indian diaspora in Poland, expressing gratitude and highlighting the strong ties between India and Poland. This visit aligns with the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) inspected Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College on Supreme Court orders following the August 15 rampage at the hospital. A mob vandalized the emergency department days after the alleged rape and murder of a trainee doctor. Two assistant police commissioners and an inspector were suspended for failing to prevent the violence. The West Bengal government has restructured police deployment at the hospital. The CISF team held meetings with health and police officials to assess security arrangements, while investigations into the incident continue.

Former Indian cricketer Sourav Ganguly, along with his wife Dona and daughter Sana, joined a candlelight protest in Kolkata against the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College. Doctors across the country continued their strike, demanding justice. The West Bengal Health Department removed the new principal and other officials of the hospital following student demands. The main accused, Sanjay Roy, awaits a polygraph test, but his consent is still needed. The Governor is expected to meet the victim's family soon, as public outrage continues to grow.

A blast at the Escientia pharmaceutical unit in Anakapalli, Andhra Pradesh, killed 15 people and injured over 40 on Wednesday. The explosion occurred during the lunch hour, catching many workers off guard. Emergency services, including firefighters and police, responded quickly. The source of the blast is still unknown. The Anakapalli District Collector confirmed that 13 people trapped in the unit were rescued. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu expressed his condolences and assured support for the families of the victims. The government is working to save those seriously injured in the explosion.