Ganesh Chaturthi concluded on September 17, 2024, with grand processions across India. In Mumbai, more than 7,500 Ganesh idols were immersed, including 7,227 household idols and 300 from community groups. Eco-friendly immersion methods were employed, with the BMC providing 204 artificial ponds. Despite safety measures including 24,000 police personnel and drone surveillance, tragedies occurred, with eight men drowning in Gujarat and one in Punjab during the immersion. The festival saw vibrant celebrations but also political controversy over Prime Minister Modi's attendance at a Ganesh puja at Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud's residence.

Manoj Kumar Verma has been appointed as the new Kolkata Police Commissioner, succeeding Vineet Kumar Goyal, who is now the Additional Director General of West Bengal's Special Task Force. This change comes amid ongoing protests related to the RG Kar Medical College rape-murder case. The state government also announced transfers for several other senior officials, including Deputy Commissioner Abhishek Gupta and Director of Medical Education Kaustav Nayak. Verma, previously the DC (Traffic) of Kolkata, is known for his crisis management skills and led a significant anti-Maoist operation in the past.

The Supreme Court told the West Bengal government that restricting women doctors from working night shifts violates their right to equal opportunities. Chief Justice DY Chandrachud emphasized that the government's duty is to provide protection, not limit their work. He cited examples of women pilots and defence personnel working at night, adding, "Women want equal opportunities, not concessions." This came during a case about the rape and murder of a doctor at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College. The court also ordered Wikipedia to remove the victim’s name and photograph.

A Supreme Court hearing on the brutal rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College recorded the attendance of 210 lawyers on September 9. The case, involving multiple legal matters, saw a high number of appearances due to the involvement of various petitioners and intervenors. The bench, led by Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud, addressed issues such as infrastructure concerns and junior doctors’ protests. Senior advocate Milon Mukherjee stated that the volume of participants increased due to the combination of several Public Interest Litigations (PILs).

In a heated Supreme Court session on September 17, Chief Justice of India (CJI) D.Y. Chandrachud reprimanded a senior counsel seeking the removal of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee over her handling of the Kolkata rape case. Chandrachud emphasized that the court is not a political platform and rejected the application. He stressed that the court's focus is on addressing the junior doctors' grievances, not on political demands. The bench is reviewing the CBI's status report on the case and has requested updates by September 24. The junior doctors' forum is pressing for implementation of their demands.

West Bengal's government has appointed Manoj Verma as the new Kolkata Police Commissioner, replacing Vineet Goyal. Verma, previously ADG Law & Order Bengal, is known for his work in Maoist areas and Barrackpore Police. This move comes amid a healthcare crisis in Kolkata. In response, the state has also transferred two senior health officials: Dr. Swapan Soren replaces Dr. Debashis Halder as Director of Health Services, while Dr. Kaustav Nayak shifts to Director of Institute of Health and Family Welfare. The changes aim to address ongoing issues with the city's health services.

On September 17, 2024, the Supreme Court of India ruled that no demolition of properties should occur without its permission, halting the practice of "bulldozer justice." Justices BR Gavai and KV Viswanathan emphasized that even a single instance of illegal demolition undermines constitutional principles. However, the court clarified that this order does not apply to unauthorized structures on public roads, footpaths, water bodies, or railway tracks. The decision came in response to petitions alleging unlawful demolitions targeting properties of individuals accused of crimes. The case is set for further hearing on October 1.

On September 17, 2024, the Supreme Court of India canceled the criminal proceedings against Army personnel involved in the 2021 Nagaland civilian killings. On December 4, 2021, an Army team mistakenly fired at a truck carrying miners in Oting village, killing six civilians. Eight more died in subsequent violence. The court’s decision to close the criminal cases does not preclude the Army from taking disciplinary action. The Nagaland government had challenged the Centre's refusal to grant sanction for prosecution under the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA).

The Supreme Court of India has denied West Bengal's request to stop the live streaming of court proceedings in the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital rape and murder case. Chief Justice DY Chandrachud stated, “We will not stop this,” rejecting Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal's concerns about the emotive impact of live coverage. The court also directed Wikipedia to remove the victim's name from its pages. The CBI's investigation into the case continues, with ongoing scrutiny of both the accused and the circumstances surrounding the crime.

Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud criticized West Bengal's notification barring women doctors from night shifts, following the rape-murder of a doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College. Chandrachud emphasized that the state must ensure safety rather than impose restrictions, stating, "You cannot say women cannot work at night." He directed the government to amend the notification. In response, West Bengal announced enhanced security measures, including deploying women-friendly personnel and ensuring regular night patrols at medical institutions. Private hospitals are also expected to follow these new safety protocols.