The West Bengal Assembly passed the Aparajita Woman and Child (Criminal Laws and Amendment) Bill, 2024, to tackle crimes against women. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee called the bill's passage "historic" and emphasized its focus on faster investigations and stricter punishments. The move followed public outrage over the rape and murder of a doctor at RG Kar Medical College. Banerjee criticized the BJP for not supporting stricter national laws, while BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari accused the TMC of using the bill to deflect attention from the crime. BJP demanded immediate enactment of the bill, while Banerjee urged swift approval by the governor.

As protests over the rape and murder at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College intensify, Trinamool Congress leaders face backlash for threats and derogatory remarks against protesters. Following Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's advice to “hiss” at opponents, leaders like Atish Sarkar issued threats, leading to his suspension. Kanchan Mullick and Udayan Guha also sparked controversy with inflammatory comments, while MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar apologized for a demeaning remark about female doctors. Trinamool MLA Lovely Maitra, echoing Mamata’s words, vowed "revenge" in 2024. The ongoing controversy adds fuel to the protests demanding police action and justice.

The West Bengal government has introduced the 'Aparajita Woman and Child Bill (West Bengal Criminal Laws and Amendment) Bill 2024' in the state Assembly. This legislation aims to enhance protections for women and children by revising and adding new provisions related to rape and sexual offences. Notably, it proposes the death penalty for rapists if their actions result in the victim’s death or a vegetative state. BJP MLA Shikha Chatterjee expressed support but noted that West Bengal had not contributed to the Bhartiya Nyay Sanhita, which also addresses women’s crime. The bill is introduced amidst protests over a recent rape and murder case in Kolkata.

The collapse of a 35-ft statue of warrior king Shivaji in Maharashtra has ignited political unrest and protests. The statue, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in December, fell on August 26 amid heavy monsoon rains. The incident has fueled opposition demands for Chief Minister Eknath Shinde’s resignation, with allegations of corruption in the statue’s construction. BJP state chief Ashish Shelar and other officials have apologized and promised action. The collapse has become a contentious issue in the run-up to Maharashtra's elections, with opposition parties accusing the ruling coalition of mismanagement.

Amid ongoing protests over the RG Kar Medical College rape-murder case, All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee urged party members to refrain from harsh comments against doctors. “Public representatives across party lines need to be more HUMBLE and SYMPATHETIC,” Banerjee stated. His appeal followed controversial remarks made by TMC leaders, including Atish Sarkar, who was suspended for inappropriate comments. Banerjee also reiterated his demand for strict anti-rape legislation. The TMC continues to face backlash for its handling of the case, deepening political tensions in West Bengal.

The Supreme Court granted bail to Bibhav Kumar, an aide of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, in the assault case involving Swati Maliwal. Kumar, who had been in custody for 100 days, is accused of assaulting Maliwal when she visited the CM's residence. The court ordered that Kumar not be reinstated as the CM's personal assistant or enter the residence until all witnesses are examined. The Delhi Police filed a 500-page chargesheet against Kumar, who faces multiple charges under the Indian Penal Code, including assault and criminal intimidation.

AAP MLA Amanatullah Khan, representing the Okhla constituency in Delhi, alleged that the Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted a raid at his residence early Monday morning. In a post on X, Khan claimed that the ED's actions were politically motivated and ordered "at the behest of the dictator." Khan is under investigation for money laundering related to the Delhi Waqf Board. He criticized the government's "dictatorship" and questioned, "How long will this dictatorship last?" AAP leaders Manish Sisodia and Sanjay Singh accused the central government of targeting opposition voices through central agencies.

Uddhav Thackeray, leader of Shiv Sena (UBT), condemned Prime Minister Narendra Modi's apology after the collapse of a Shivaji statue in Maharashtra. Thackeray claimed the apology was arrogant and accused the government of disrespecting the Maratha icon. He led a protest in Mumbai, alongside other opposition leaders, demanding accountability. The statue, inaugurated eight months ago, collapsed, sparking political tension ahead of state elections. Thackeray emphasized that the incident was a symbol of corruption and insult to Maharashtra's pride.

The Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) staged a protest in Mumbai against the collapse of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj statue, with a symbolic "Chappal Jode Maaro Yatra" (hit with footwear). Top leaders, including Uddhav Thackeray, Sharad Pawar, and Nana Patole, marched carrying giant slippers from Hutatma Chowk to the Gateway of India. The statue, unveiled last year by PM Modi, collapsed in Sindhudurg on August 26. While MVA demands accountability, Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis dismissed the protest as politically motivated, referencing past controversies involving Congress and Shivaji Maharaj.

The Election Commission has rescheduled the Haryana Assembly polls from October 1 to October 5, 2024. Counting of votes will now occur on October 8, instead of the originally planned October 4. This change follows requests from the BJP and concerns about reduced voter turnout due to holidays. The revised schedule aims to increase voter participation. The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly polls will proceed as planned, with voting on September 18, 25, and October 1. Results for J&K will also be announced on October 8.