In a communication to the state police forces, the home ministry said that the law and order situation of all states should be monitored in view of the protests.

An Air India crew member was attacked by an intruder at a London hotel prompting calls for improved safety measures.

The Namo Bharat train services have expanded by 8 kilometers with the opening of the Meerut (South) station on August 18, extending the operational route to 42 kilometers.