Resident doctors across India called off their strike after Union Health Minister JP Nadda assured them of improved safety at work. The strike, which disrupted health services nationwide, was sparked by the recent murder of a female doctor in Kolkata. After a meeting with the minister, FORDA President Aviral Mathur stated that a committee, including FORDA representatives, would be formed to address their safety concerns. The Indian Medical Association (IMA) also supported the strike, demanding hospitals be declared safe zones. The Calcutta High Court has transferred the investigation of the murder case to the CBI.

The brutal rape and murder of a 31-year-old resident doctor during her shift at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College has sparked nationwide protests. Medical professionals across India launched an indefinite strike, demanding justice, safety for healthcare workers, and an unbiased investigation. The incident has led to calls for the resignation of hospital authorities and the implementation of a central healthcare protection law. The suspect, a Kolkata Police civil volunteer, has been arrested. West Bengal's Chief Minister has set a deadline for the investigation, warning of a handover to the Central Bureau of Investigation.

The Calcutta High Court has transferred the investigation into the rape and murder of a trainee doctor in Kolkata to the CBI, citing serious lapses in the ongoing probe. The decision came after the victim's parents and others filed petitions seeking a court-monitored investigation. The court noted that, despite five days passing since the incident, there has been no significant progress, raising concerns that crucial evidence might be destroyed. The case, involving the brutal killing of a postgraduate trainee at RG Kar Medical College, has sparked widespread protests among medical professionals in Kolkata.

On August 12, 2024, ten government hospitals in Delhi, including Maulana Azad Medical College and Safdarjung Hospital, began an indefinite strike. This move, joined by NIMHANS in Bengaluru, follows the rape and murder of a doctor at RG Kar Medical College, Kolkata. Protests continue in West Bengal, disrupting hospital services for the fourth day. The Federation of Resident Doctors' Association (FORDA) demands a CBI investigation and enhanced safety measures. While outpatient and elective services are suspended, emergency care remains operational across affected regions.

The autopsy of the trainee doctor raped and murdered at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College and Hospital revealed she was strangled, with her thyroid cartilage broken. The report detailed severe injuries, including genital torture and wounds on her belly, lips, fingers, and left leg. The attack occurred between 3 am and 5 am on August 9. Sanjoy Roy, a civic volunteer, has been arrested based on CCTV footage. The case has incited widespread protests, with the principal of the hospital resigning and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee threatening to transfer the investigation to the CBI.

An official from Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College, who first informed the victim's family that she had "died by suicide," has been summoned for questioning. This follows the post-mortem report confirming sexual assault and multiple injuries before the doctor's death. The incident has sparked widespread protests by junior doctors and medical students demanding justice. The Federation of Resident Doctors Association (FORDA) stated, "The strike won’t stop unless justice is served." The Indian Medical Association (IMA) also called for stronger laws to protect doctors, urging the central government to introduce effective legislation to ensure their safety.

In the wake of a trainee doctor's rape and murder at Kolkata's RG Kar Hospital, the Assistant Superintendent allegedly misinformed the victim's family, claiming she died by suicide. The Kolkata Police have summoned the Assistant Superintendent and the Head of Department for questioning. The victim’s body, found on August 9, showed signs of severe assault, including bleeding from multiple areas and homicidal injuries. A civic volunteer, Sanjay Roy, has been arrested and charged with rape and murder. The hospital's Principal resigned amid growing outrage, while the Medical Superintendent was replaced. The police continue their investigation.

Doctors and post-graduate students at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital have extended their strike for the fourth day following the rape and murder of a 31-year-old trainee doctor. In response, the Resident Doctors' Association (RDA) of Delhi's AIIMS has outlined six key demands: a CBI investigation, strict action against the perpetrators, compensation for the victim's family, removal of RG Kar’s principal and security in-charge, assurance for enhanced protection under the Central Protection Act, and the establishment of a memorial in the victim’s name. The protests have caused significant disruptions in medical services nationwide.

7 devotees, including three women, died in a stampede at Baba Sidheshwar Nath temple in Bihar's Jehanabad district on Sunday night. The stampede occurred during a consecration event in the holy month of Shravan, allegedly after NCC volunteers used lathis to control the crowd. Over thirty-five others were injured and are being treated at local hospitals. Authorities have denied negligence, with the District Magistrate attributing the incident to a scuffle among kanwariyas. The tragedy has left the community in shock, and locals fear the death toll could rise.

Following the rape and murder of a postgraduate trainee doctor, RG Kar Medical College & Hospital's principal, Prof. (Dr.) Sandip Ghosh, resigned on Monday, citing defamation and emotional distress as a parent. The victim's semi-naked body was found in the hospital's seminar hall. Three junior doctors and one housekeeping staff have been summoned by Kolkata police for questioning. The initial post-mortem revealed severe injuries, including a broken neck. A man, not officially linked to the hospital, has been arrested. Hospital services across West Bengal remain disrupted as protests by junior doctors continue.