A new study reveals that only 25% of India's population has access to stroke-ready hospitals. With 1.5 million stroke cases annually, treatment options like IVT and EVT are limited, especially in the central, east, and north-east regions. Southern states, Chandigarh, Kerala, and Delhi have the best coverage.
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At least 18 people have died and many were injured in a stampede at New Delhi Railway Station. The incident occurred due to a crowd rush as passengers boarded trains for Prayagraj. Prominent figures, including President Murmu and Prime Minister Modi, expressed their condolences while the opposition criticized the government's management.
Tamil Nadu's DMK delegation met Odisha's Leader of Opposition Naveen Patnaik to seek support against the Centre's proposal for delimitation based on population. The DMK also invited Patnaik to join a Joint Action Committee meeting in Chennai on March 22. The DMK is reaching out to various leaders to collectively oppose the delimitation exercise.
US President Donald Trump anticipates that India will likely reduce its tariffs on American goods after recognizing the imbalanced trade barriers. Trump has previously criticized India for imposing high tariffs and referred to the country as a 'tariff king' while discussing significant trade disparities.
India has lost a noble son with the passing of Dr. Manmohan Singh, a tireless servant of the country. His economic reforms spurred decades of high growth. His dedication to moral integrity and support for tax and petroleum sector reforms earned him lasting admiration from his colleagues.
Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra criticised the Modi government's handling of public issues and lack of debate in Parliament. Meanwhile, PM Modi highlighted the absence of foreign interference before the Budget session. Sonia Gandhi expressed concern about President Murmu's fatigue during her address, emphasizing the government's focus on youth education and employment.
The Supreme Court has emphasized the necessity of precise circle rates for good governance and efficient living and business conditions. Accurate circle rates prevent under-valuation and ensure fair revenue collection, yet this critical aspect has often been overlooked by authorities.
In a first-of-its-kind initiative, the Centre has recommended that all public transport vehicles display the slogan 'Be kind to Animals' starting April 1, to promote animal safety and compassion. This advisory aims to sensitize drivers about animals on roads to enhance road safety and is inspired by submissions advocating for animal welfare.
A month after a stampede at New Delhi railway station that killed 18, the government revealed 49,000 general tickets were sold on February 15, significantly higher than the average. This spike led to the operation of five special trains. The Railways minister detailed the ticket issuance system in response to a Lok Sabha query about the unusual ticket sales.
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a plea from a physically disabled MBBS student in Bihar who was declared ineligible to continue his course despite having valid disability certificates. The student, with 58 per cent locomotor disability, seeks a fresh assessment. The court issued notices to the college and NMC, barring any action against his admission. He also demands compensation for repeated medical evaluations.
Violence erupted in Nagpur following a right-wing protest demanding the removal of Aurangzeb's tomb. The unrest escalated after rumors of a religious book burning, leading to arson, stone-pelting, and vandalism. Police have imposed Section 144 and arrested 50 individuals to control the situation.