The US State Department has issued a sudden level-2 travel warning to India and ask women not to travel alone, adding that "Rape is one of the fastest growing crimes in India. Violent crimes, including sexual assault, happen at tourist sties and other locations."

https://www.financialexpress.com/world-news/us-news/us-sounds-alarm-on-travel-to-india-issues-level-2-advisory-asks-women-not-to-travel-alonenbsp/3888541/