The Supreme Court took issue with a West Bengal health department advisory suggesting that women doctors work only 12-hour shifts and avoid night duties after a woman doctor’s rape-murder. The court stressed equal opportunities and security for all professionals, urging the state to amend the circular in line with gender equality principles.
Read MoreThe Supreme Court has annulled criminal proceedings against 30 Army personnel implicated in a failed operation that killed 13 civilians in Nagaland’s Mon district in 2021. The court highlighted that the Centre had refused to provide the necessary sanction under Section 6 of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, making the FIR unsustainable.
Read MoreThe Supreme Court has mandated that all state governments cease demolition activities until October 1 unless approved by the court. Highlighting concerns over the misuse of bulldozers as punitive measures, the court stressed the need for judicial oversight. Demolitions are permitted only for unauthorized constructions on public land.
Read MoreCongress’s manifesto for the upcoming J&K elections omits any mention of Article 370, a notable shift from its earlier stance against its abrogation. Instead, the party emphasizes securing statehood for J&K. Meanwhile, ally National Conference pledges to restore Article 370 and facilitate the dignified return of Kashmiri pandits.
Read MoreDonald Trump revealed plans to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi next week amid Modi’s US visit for the Quad Leaders summit and the United Nations General Assembly. The two leaders shared a close bond during Trump’s presidency, marked by major events like rallies in India and the US.
Read MoreLieutenant Governor V K Saxena announced the resumption of land mutation based on inheritance for agricultural land in over 174 urban villages in Delhi. The process begins with camps set up in villages starting Friday. This decision impacts lakhs of residents who were denied this right since 2010 due to urbanization.
Read MoreRohit Sharma’s Indian cricket team is set to begin a demanding Test schedule against Bangladesh in Chennai. Strategies are in place to manage the workload of key bowlers like Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj. After facing Bangladesh, India will play New Zealand at home before heading to Australia for a five-match Test series.
Read MoreDooru in Anantnag district, renowned for its literary heritage, is now politically significant as J&K prepares for assembly elections after a decade. AICC general secretary Ghulam Ahmad Mir of the NC-Congress alliance faces competition from PDP’s Mohammad Ashraf Malik and Independents. The increased electorate of 116,749 voters may impact the election outcome.
Read MorePM Modi’s three-day visit to the US starts on Sept 21 with his participation in the Quad Summit hosted by President Biden. He will address the UNGA Summit of the Future on Sept 23 and meet with US-based CEOs and Indian community members to enhance collaborations in advanced technologies such as AI, quantum computing,...
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