Calcutta HC has suggested that Bengal governor CV Ananda Bose and CM Mamata Banerjee discuss their differences informally to prevent their legal conflict from setting a poor example for the public. The court extended the gag order restraining the state from making statements against the governor until April 10.
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Eight workers died in an avalanche that struck a BRO camp in Mana, Uttarakhand, despite prior warnings from the Defence Geoinformatics Research Establishment (DGRE). Activists blame administrative negligence and reckless construction in avalanche-prone areas. Authorities failed to act on alerts, leading to the tragedy. Experts warn that such disasters will continue unless safety measures are enforced. The incident highlights the need for better disaster preparedness and stricter regulations in... Expand
The Supreme Court has directed the government to draft a legal framework to protect domestic workers, citing their widespread exploitation and a lack of legal safeguards. The court criticised the absence of legislative action and ordered multiple ministries to form a committee of experts to draft recommendations within six months. The judgment came while quashing a criminal case against a former DRDO scientist.
India Meteorological Department has created a dedicated webpage to provide hourly, daily, and weekly weather updates for the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, with similar updates for nearby cities in Uttar Pradesh. The special page includes information on temperature, wind conditions, humidity, and air quality. Current forecasts indicate cloudy skies and foggy conditions for the next few days.
Three people were trampled to death and two others severely injured by wild elephants near Gundalakona in Andhra Pradesh. They were part of a group of 30 devotees en route to Siddheswara Swamy temple for Maha Shivaratri festivities. The government has announced ex-gratia for the victims' families and tightened precautions in the area.
Atishi, opposition leader in Delhi assembly, criticized the BJP government for slashing funds in key sectors like education and health in its budget. She claimed the move aimed to weaken public services and accused the government of hiding the Economic Survey to avoid revealing the 'hollow budget.' Atishi called the budget a 'jumla' and demanded the real figures be presented.
The Supreme Court reprimanded comedian Samay Raina for his comments in Canada about the ongoing case involving his show 'India’s Got Latent'. The court also allowed podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia to resume his podcast, emphasising the importance of balancing freedom of expression with morality. The bench also extended the interim protection from arrest granted to Allahbadia till further orders, while asking him to join investigation in Guwahati.
The Ayush drug licensing authority in Kerala warned Pankajakasthuri Herbals India Pvt Ltd for publishing a misleading ad without approval, violating Rule 170. Rule 170 requires state licensing authority clearance for ayurvedic drug ads, despite its contested history and temporary removals from legal enforcement.
The unemployment rate for people aged 15 years and above in urban areas decreased to 6.4 per cent in the October-December quarter of 2024, as per the National Sample Survey. The labour force participation rate also rose slightly to 50.4 per cent during the same period.