city: Kolkata Prohibitory Orders in Kolkata for 7 Days Following Protests Over Doctor’s Rape-Murder at RG-Kar Medical College and Hospital admin, August 17, 2024 The rape and murder of a trainee doctor has sparked nationwide strikes by the medical fraternity. The Commissioner of Police in Kolkata, Vineet Kumar Goyal, issued an order on Saturday prohibiting rallies, meetings, processions, dharnas, demonstrations, and unlawful assembly of five or more persons in a specified area of Kolkata…. Continue Reading
Mumbai Airport Incident Chemical-filled bag catches fire at Mumbai airport before loading, leading to 5 arrests. admin, August 17, 2024 The incident took place on Friday morning. Samir Narayanchandra Bishwas (31), a resident of Nadiyal in West Bengal who was allegedly carrying the bag, was arrested along with Nandan Dinesh Yadav (26), Suresh Subba Singh (46), Vishwanath Balasubramaniam Senjundhar (37) and Akhilesh Gajraj Yadav (37), said an official of Sahar… Continue Reading
Mamata Banerjee Safety Measures for Female Night Shift Workers Implemented at RG Kar Medical College After Rape-Murder Incident admin, August 17, 2024 The rape-murder of a trainee doctor has prompted national outrage in India. In response, the government led by Mamata Banerjee has announced five measures to ensure safe working conditions for women in government hospitals, medical colleges, hostels, and other workplaces where women are required to work during the night. These… Continue Reading
Mumbai terror attacks 5 Facts About Tahawwur Rana, Pakistani-Origin Accused in 26/11 Mumbai Attacks admin, August 17, 2024 Rana is currently incarcerated in the United States and a recent ruling by a California court has authorized his extradition to India. This decision stems from Rana’s alleged involvement in the Mumbai terror attacks, where he was said to have been in communication with terrorist groups and their leaders in… Continue Reading
Indian Army's Para Brigade Indian Air Force and Army Conduct Daring Paradrop of World’s First Portable Hospital at 15,000 Feet admin, August 17, 2024 The Aarogya Maitri Health Cube, also known as the “world’s first portable hospital,” is a homegrown trauma care innovation. These cubes are utilized to establish trauma care facilities in remote areas, significantly contributing to saving lives in such areas. They were developed under Project BHISHM (Bharat Health Initiative for Sahyog… Continue Reading
Sriperumbudur Foxconn’s Tamil Nadu Housing Unit: 18,000 Women Workers and Rs 700 Crore Investment admin, August 17, 2024 The mega housing consists of 13 blocks with 10 floors each and has the capacity to accommodate 18,720 workers. This industrial housing facility located at the SIPCOT Vallam Vadagal industrial estate in Sriperumbudur, Kancheepuram district is the first of its kind in India. The inauguration will be carried out by… Continue Reading
Lalu Prasad Yadav Delhi Court Reserves Decision on Summoning Lalu Yadav, Tejashwi Yadav in Land for Job Case admin, August 16, 2024 The court is scheduled to pronounce the order on August 24. Special judge Vishal Gogne has reserved the order on summoning Lalu Prasad Yadav, his son Tejashwi Yadav, and nine other charge-sheeted accused after considering a supplementary charge sheet filed by the Enforcement Directorate (ED). The ED filed the first… Continue Reading
India IMF’s Gita Gopinath is Optimistic About India’s Economic Growth admin, August 16, 2024 IMF Deputy MD Gita Gopinath recently stated that India is poised to become the world’s third-largest economy by 2027. Over the last fiscal year, India’s growth surpassed expectations, driven by a recovery in private consumption, particularly in the rural economy. Factors such as improved monsoons have led to higher agricultural… Continue Reading
Indian Medical Association (IMA) Live Updates: 24-Hour Strike Begins Over RG Kar Medical College and Hospital Incident in Kolkata admin, August 16, 2024 The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has announced that despite the nationwide strike of doctors, essential services will be maintained and casualties will be attended to. However, routine outpatient departments (OPDs) will not function, and elective surgeries will be suspended during the strike. This withdrawal of services affects all sectors where… Continue Reading
Justice B R Gavai Kerala Introduces First Digital Court for Negotiable Instruments Cases admin, August 16, 2024 Supreme Court judge Justice B R Gavai recently inaugurated the country’s first exclusive Digital Court at an event held at the High Court auditorium. During the event, he also launched an online dispute resolution platform, We-Solv Virtual Solution Maker, which aims to facilitate online deliberations by all stakeholders. Kerala Chief… Continue Reading