The Bengal government warned the Supreme Court of expected violent protests during an Aug 27 Nabanna march, involving acid bombs and guns. The Supreme Court affirmed the state’s right to manage public order but stressed non-interference with peaceful protests. The state plans to act against those causing unrest, emphasizing misinformation spread via social media.
Read MoreThe government has issued a ban on the manufacture, sale, and distribution of over 150 fixed-dose combination drugs. These include painkillers, multivitamins, and drugs for diabetic fatty liver and irritable bowel syndrome. An expert panel found them ‘irrational’ and risky for humans, leading to the ban under Section 26A of the Drugs and Cosmetics...
Read MoreThe Supreme Court defended doctors protesting the R G Kar hospital incident against coercive actions for their 11-day absence but denied full attendance for that period. It asked them to resume work, highlighting disruptions in patient care and promised that their concerns would be addressed by a National Task Force.
Read MoreFarooq Abdullah’s National Conference and Congress have finalized an alliance to contest all 90 seats in the J&K assembly elections. The coalition, which includes CPM, aims to restore J&K’s statehood, stripped in 2019. Congress leaders Kharge and Rahul Gandhi emphasize statehood restoration as a priority and criticize BJP’s claims regarding terrorism reduction.
Read MoreThe Supreme Court has advised courts to steer clear of imposing onerous bail conditions that are difficult to meet, equating excessive bail with no bail. This arose while hearing a plea from an accused unable to provide sureties across several states. The court stressed the need to balance legal requirements with the accused’s fundamental...
Read MoreIn Mumbai, cab driver Sanjay Yadav became a hero after saving a woman who attempted to jump off a bridge while immersing holy icons. The woman panicked upon seeing a police van and jumped, but Yadav’s swift reflexes and assistance from the police saved her life. He is now celebrated in Mumbai and his...
Read MoreThe Supreme Court confirmed that SC/ST/OBC candidates who qualify on their own merit can compete for open seats in the general category. The court identified errors in Madhya Pradesh’s 2023-24 medical college admissions, stressing that both horizontal and vertical reservations should not restrict meritorious candidates from accessing open seats.
Read MoreIndia has refuted claims from Bangladesh that the flooding in eastern districts was due to the opening of Dumbur dam in Tripura. Indian authorities emphasized the need for mutual cooperation on cross-border rivers and cited heavy rainfall as the primary cause. The floods have affected over 1.7 million people in both countries.
Read MoreParis Olympics silver medallist Neeraj Chopra finished second in the Lausanne Diamond League javelin throw event with a season best effort of 89.49m on Thursday. The 26-year-old Chopra was at fourth spot till the fourth round before sending his spear to 85.58m in his fifth attempt. He saved the best for the last as...
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