Kolkata Police have launched a corruption investigation against Sandip Ghosh, the former Principal of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, where a doctor was raped and murdered. The probe focuses on financial irregularities reported since June. The West Bengal government has formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to scrutinize the allegations. Ghosh, who resigned two days after the incident, faces scrutiny for his handling of the situation. The CBI is also investigating his role and has already arrested an accused. The Calcutta High Court has barred Ghosh from holding any medical college position.

The Supreme Court of India has established a National Task Force to enhance the safety of doctors following the rape and murder of a Kolkata doctor. The task force, led by Surgeon Vice Admiral R Sarin and other notable medical professionals, is required to submit an interim report within three weeks and a final report in two months. The court criticized the West Bengal government for its handling of the case and urged for improved protection and working conditions for medical staff. The case highlights systemic issues and increasing violence against doctors.

90-foot-tall statue of Lord Hanuman, the third tallest in the US, was inaugurated in Houston, Texas, on August 18. The "Statue of Union" commemorates Hanuman's role in reuniting Sri Rama and Sita. Located at the Sri Ashtalakshmi Temple in Sugar Land, Texas, the statue was unveiled during a grand Pran Pratishtha ceremony. His Holiness Sri Chinnajeeyar Swamiji is the visionary behind the project. The statue is a significant addition to the temple and a symbol of Hindu culture in the US. The ceremony marked a milestone in the Hindu community, celebrating unity and devotion.

King Charles will visit Southport to meet with children who survived the stabbing attack at The Hart Space community centre in July. The attack resulted in the deaths of three children. During his visit, the King will first hold a private meeting with the survivors and their families, offering his support and condolences. He will then proceed to a public engagement at Southport's town hall, where he will connect with other members of the community affected by the tragedy. The visit aims to provide comfort and solidarity to those impacted by the tragic event.

Donald Trump has posted misleading images on his social media platform, Truth Social, suggesting that Taylor Swift and her fans are endorsing him for the 2024 presidential election. The images, including a mock poster of Swift in patriotic attire and fans wearing "Swifties for Trump" T-shirts, were mostly created using AI, according to NBC News. Swift, who has not publicly endorsed a candidate for the 2024 race, has previously supported Joe Biden and criticized Trump. Trump's campaign claimed the "Swifties for Trump" movement is growing, despite evidence of fake content.                

Baramulla district in Jammu and Kashmir experienced two consecutive earthquakes early Tuesday morning. The first tremor, measuring 4.9 on the Richter scale, struck at 6:45 a.m., followed by a second quake of 4.8 magnitude seven minutes later. Both earthquakes originated in Baramulla, causing widespread panic but no reported injuries or property damage. The National Center for Seismology reported the first quake's depth as 5 km and the second at 10 km. Despite the tremors being felt throughout the region, authorities confirmed that no casualties have been reported.              

The Indian government has directed the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) to cancel its recent advertisement for 45 lateral entry positions. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for a review of the scheme, emphasizing the need to align it with reservation principles. The current scheme, aimed at hiring specialists for government roles, has faced criticism for not including reservation for marginalized communities. Opposition parties and key NDA allies, including LJP and JDU, have voiced their concerns, increasing pressure on the government to address the issue and ensure social justice.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken will travel to Egypt to discuss a Gaza ceasefire after Israel agreed to a US "bridging proposal" for peace. Blinken's visit follows a constructive meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The new proposal aims to freeze fighting for six weeks, facilitate the release of hostages, and allow humanitarian aid into Gaza. Blinken will also meet with Qatar's emir in Doha as part of ongoing mediation efforts. The situation remains tense, with continued delays and blame exchanged between Israel and Hamas.

A bomb threat was sent via email to three malls and one hospital in South Delhi, prompting evacuations and searches. The email claimed an explosive would go off within hours, but no bomb was found. The targeted locations were Chanakya Mall, Select Citywalk, Ambience Mall, and Primus Hospital. Authorities took precautions, but the threat turned out to be a hoax. This incident comes days after a similar hoax threat in Gurugram's Ambience Mall. Senior officials confirmed the threats were received, but all locations were declared safe after thorough searches.

In Badlapur, Maharashtra, a school sweeper, Akshay Shinde, was arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting two four-year-old girls in a school bathroom. The incident triggered widespread protests, with outraged parents calling for capital punishment and halting local trains between Kalyan and Karajat. The school has suspended key staff, including the principal, and terminated its contract with Shinde’s employer. Local police faced backlash for delaying the FIR, leading to the transfer of the senior inspector. The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights has sent a team to investigate.