The Supreme Court expressed concerns regarding the health of farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who is on an indefinite hunger strike. It directed the Punjab government to provide him with medical aid and submit a compliance report. Dallewal is demanding the Centre address farmers' issues, including legal guarantees for minimum support price (MSP).
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Peethadheeshwar Pandit Dhirendra Shastri has questioned the appointment of former actress Mamta Kulkarni as Mahamandaleshwar of the Kinnar Akhara during the Maha Kumbh, citing credibility concerns. Kulkarni, who renounced her former life, defended her consecration as divinely guided and received blessings from saints.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep concern over the devastating earthquakes in Myanmar and Thailand, which caused significant destruction, including the collapse of a high-rise building in Bangkok. He assured that India is prepared to provide all possible assistance and has directed authorities to remain on standby. Emergency response efforts are underway in both countries.
Supreme Court ruled that domicile-based reservation in PG medical courses is not allowed, stating the Constitution only recognizes domicile of India. Quota for UG courses like MBBS can have state reservations due to state expenditures. This verdict supports equality under Article 14, asserting no restriction for PG course admissions on a state domicile basis.
Delhi Police has opposed the registration of an FIR against minister Kapil Mishra, claiming he was being framed for the 2020 northeast Delhi riots. Prosecution argues that a plan was hatched to blame Mishra, and the police investigation revealed that chakka jams were planned in advance.
An Olive Ridley turtle, tagged in Odisha in 2021, has made a remarkable 3,500km journey to Maharashtra's Konkan coast. This is the first recorded instance of such a long migration for the species. The turtle laid 120 eggs, challenging previous assumptions about distinct populations on India's east and west coasts, highlighting the interconnectedness of nesting sites.
Indian citizen Binil TB from Kerala died fighting for Russian forces in Ukraine. Ukraine has no confirmation of Indian fighters for Russia. Kyiv claims nations like North Korea and Cuba have been duped into supporting Russia's war. India is urged to assist in returning Ukrainian children forcibly deported by Russia. 12 Indians have died, and 16 remain unaccounted for.
The FBI has apprehended Harpreet Singh in Sacramento, California, wanted in India for multiple terror attacks across Punjab. Singh, linked to Pakistan's ISI and the Khalistani group Babbar Khalsa International, illegally entered the US and used burner phones to evade capture. He is accused of masterminding attacks and supplying resources to operatives.