The West Bengal government has announced the discontinuation of Kolkata’s historic tram service, except for a heritage stretch from Maidan to Esplanade. Transport Minister Snehasis Chakraborty cited traffic congestion and the need for faster transportation as reasons for this decision. Tram enthusiasts, however, are protesting the move, stating that trams are essential to the city's heritage and are eco-friendly. The Calcutta Tram Users Association plans demonstrations at tram depots, advocating for better maintenance and road management instead of eliminating trams. The issue is currently pending before the Calcutta High Court.

The father of Akshay Shinde, accused of sexually assaulting two girls in Badlapur, has petitioned the Bombay High Court for a special investigation team (SIT) probe, alleging a "fake encounter." Shinde was shot dead by Thane Police while being transported for questioning regarding a case filed by his estranged wife. Police claim Shinde snatched a pistol and fired at officers, prompting them to shoot in self-defense. Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde defended the police action, but opposition leaders question the encounter's legitimacy, suspecting a conspiracy to protect others involved.

In a remarkable feat, the Indian Army hoisted the Tricolour underwater at Indira Point, India's southernmost tip, after its first-ever expedition from Siachen Glacier. The expedition, covering 5,500 km through diverse terrains and waterways, was flagged off on July 30, 2024. The team cycled through Ladakh and Himachal Pradesh, paying homage at the National War Memorial in Delhi on August 22. After a 54-day journey, they reached Indira Point on September 21, commemorating the Territorial Army's Platinum Jubilee and honoring the area submerged since the 2004 tsunami.

Inspector Sanjay Shinde, who shot Akshay Shinde in a police encounter, claimed it was an act of self-defense after the accused grabbed a pistol and fired three rounds. Akshay Shinde, accused of sexually assaulting two girls in Badlapur, grew aggressive during his transfer from Taloja jail to Thane, threatening officers. One shot injured Assistant Police Inspector Nilesh More, while two missed. Fearing for their safety, Inspector Shinde shot Akshay, incapacitating him. The police recovered all shell casings from the van, and the case may be transferred to the CID for investigation.

The fiancée of an Army officer has accused police officers in Bhubaneswar of sexual assault at the Bharatpur Police Station. The alleged incident took place on September 15 when the couple visited the station to file a complaint against individuals who had harassed them. Instead of receiving help, the woman claims she was beaten, choked, and stripped by the officers. She stated that a female officer knocked out her tooth, and a male officer allegedly stamped on her chest for 20 minutes while pulling up her bra and lowering her pants. The allegations highlight serious concerns regarding police conduct in this case.

The Karnataka High Court dismissed Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's petition challenging the governor's authority to sanction an investigation into the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) alternative sites controversy. Governor Taawarchand Gehlot had granted approval for the probe based on complaints linking Siddaramaiah to the case, with allegations that his wife, Parvathi, was a beneficiary of the land allocation. The court upheld the governor’s authority to order the investigation, allowing it to proceed. This ruling marks a significant setback for Siddaramaiah, who had sought to stop the inquiry into the MUDA land allotment issue. The case will now continue under the governor’s directive.

In a shocking incident, a six-year-old girl in Gujarat's Dahod district was allegedly choked to death by her school principal, Govind Natt, 55, after resisting his attempted sexual assault. The girl's body was found on school premises Thursday evening. Post-mortem revealed suffocation as the cause of death. Police arrested Natt and formed 10 teams to investigate. The victim's mother stated she accompanied Natt to school daily. Initially, Natt claimed he dropped the girl off, but police uncovered his involvement. The incident sparked widespread outrage, highlighting concerns over student safety.

Hanif Kureshi, the creator of India’s first art district in Delhi, passed away at the age of 41 after battling cancer. He co-founded St+art India in 2013, a not-for-profit organization aimed at bringing art to public spaces, making it accessible to everyone. Kureshi’s work transformed Delhi’s Lodhi Art District into a hub of modern street art, reflecting contemporary culture. His vision was to take art out of galleries and into the streets, making it democratic and visible to all. Kureshi’s legacy lives on through the vibrant murals that now adorn the streets of Lodhi Art District, showcasing the power of public art in urban spaces.

A devotee from Khammam district, Donthu Padmavati, has claimed she found tobacco wrapped in paper inside a laddu received as prasadam at the Sri Venkateswara temple in Tirupati. The discovery was made on September 19 when she was preparing to share the prasadam with her family. Padmavati expressed her dismay, stating that such contamination in a religious offering is deeply upsetting. This comes after recent allegations of animal fat being found in the temple's laddus, which has led to political controversy in Andhra Pradesh. Temple authorities have yet to respond to the latest claim.

Akshay Shinde, accused of sexually assaulting two minor girls in Badlapur, Maharashtra, was shot dead by police after he snatched an officer's revolver during transport. The Thane crime branch took Shinde into custody from Taloja jail based on a new case filed by his wife. While being transported for questioning, he opened fire near the Mumbra bypass, injuring an officer. In response, another officer shot Shinde, who later succumbed to his injuries. This incident underscores the challenges law enforcement faces with high-profile criminal cases in the region.