Trinamool Congress MP and actor Rachana Banerjee has apologized for revealing the name of the rape and murder victim from Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College in a recent social media video. Banerjee, speaking emotionally, named the victim, which led to a legal complaint filed by Kolkata High Court advocate Shayan Sachin Basu. The complaint alleges Banerjee's actions exacerbated the trauma and endangered the victim's dignity. Banerjee admitted her mistake, stating the video was unscripted and emotional. The video has since been deleted. The Kolkata Police has also summoned BJP leader Locket Chatterjee and two prominent doctors for similar offenses.

Kolkata Police has summoned Trinamool Congress MP Sukhendu Sekhar Ray over his tweet allegedly spreading "wrong information" regarding the RG Kar hospital rape and murder investigation. Ray's tweet questioned the police's actions and demanded a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe, specifically criticizing the timing of the use of sniffer dogs. The police refuted his claim, stating that dogs were deployed on both August 9 and 12. Ray, who is reportedly unwell, has sought more time to appear. The tweet drew criticism from fellow Trinamool leader Kunal Ghosh, who deemed Ray's remarks "unfortunate."

Trinamool Congress leaders Kunal Ghosh and Sukhendu Sekhar Ray have clashed over whether Kolkata's Police Commissioner Vineet Goyal should be questioned by the CBI in the rape and murder case of a trainee doctor. Ray, demanding the Commissioner’s custodial interrogation, criticized the initial police handling of the case and alleged mishandling of evidence. Ghosh defended Goyal, stating that the Commissioner had acted appropriately and that Ray’s demands were unfortunate. The Calcutta High Court had transferred the investigation to the CBI, citing lack of progress by the Kolkata Police.

National Conference Vice President Omar Abdullah announced that the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly will pass a resolution against the abrogation of Article 370 as its first act following upcoming elections. Abdullah criticized the Centre’s 2019 decision to end the region’s special status and statehood, stating the resolution will address these concerns. The Assembly elections will be held in three phases starting September 18. Abdullah and his party are preparing for the polls, while the Election Commission’s announcement has been met with positive responses from various political leaders across the region.

National Conference leader Omar Abdullah expressed concerns about the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly election being conducted in three phases, the first since 1987-88. Abdullah questioned the Election Commission’s decision to hold the election on September 18, 25, and October 1, especially in light of a recent large-scale police reshuffle in J&K. He urged the Election Commission to ensure free and fair polls and called for restoring security cover for mainstream political parties. BJP welcomed the election dates, citing confidence in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership following the removal of Article 370.

The brutal rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College has sparked a nationwide strike by doctors and fierce protests. The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has called for a 24-hour strike starting Saturday, demanding better security for medical professionals. The BJP has sharply criticized the West Bengal government, with leaders like Smriti Irani and Sukanta Majumdar accusing Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of attempting to suppress the case. Protests led by the BJP intensified as the CBI summoned four doctors in connection with the case.

Jammu and Kashmir will hold its first Assembly elections since the revocation of Article 370, beginning September 18, 2024. The elections will occur in three phases: September 18, September 25, and October 1, with results announced on October 4. This marks the region's first assembly elections in over a decade and its first since the end of its special status. Voter turnout in previous Lok Sabha elections indicates a strong desire for democratic participation. The Assembly will have 114 seats, including new representation for Kashmiri migrants and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir refugees.

The Election Commission has announced assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir and Haryana. Jammu and Kashmir will vote in three phases starting September eighteenth, marking the first election since the revocation of its special status. Haryana will hold its elections in a single phase on October first. Results for both states will be declared on October fourth. The elections are significant, with a five-way battle expected in Haryana and high stakes in Jammu and Kashmir, where the BJP, Congress, and regional parties are all vying for influence in the newly restructured territory.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was seated in the fifth row during the Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort, sparking outrage from Congress. Traditionally, the Leader of Opposition, who holds cabinet rank, is seated in the front row. This year, however, Gandhi was placed behind Indian Olympic medalists. The Defence Ministry explained that the seating arrangement was intended to honor the athletes. Congress leaders criticized the decision, accusing the BJP of disrespecting Gandhi and the opposition. KC Venugopal called it “an insult to the people of India.” The controversy has further deepened the rift between the two parties.

The Congress party has selected senior advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi as its candidate for the upcoming Rajya Sabha by-election in Telangana. The bypoll was necessitated following the resignation of K Keshava Rao, who had rejoined Congress after previously switching to the Telangana Rashtra Samithi. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge approved Singhvi's nomination, which was announced by party general secretary KC Venugopal. Earlier this year, Singhvi contested from Himachal Pradesh but lost due to cross-voting. His candidacy for Telangana is seen as a strategic move by Congress as they aim to strengthen their position in the state.