India

New Delhi, Oct 15 (UNI) The Supreme Court today recorded the union Government’s statement that it has no objection to Ladakh-based climate activist Sonam Wangchuk sharing with his wife, Dr. Gitanjali Angmo, the notes he has prepared to challenge his detention. A Bench comprising Justice Aravind Kumar and Justice N.V. Anjaria was hearing a habeas…

New Delhi, Oct 15 (UNI) The Supreme Court today issued show-cause notices to 28 States and union Territories for failing to comply with its directions to frame uniform standards for patient safety in Intensive Care Units (ICUs) and Critical Care Units (CCUs) across the country. A Bench comprising Justice Ahsanuddin Amanullah and Justice N.K. Singh…

New Delhi, Oct 15 (UNI) As Delhi prepares for the Diwali festivities, the Burns Department at Safdarjung Hospital has announced it is fully geared to handle any emergencies during the festival period. The hospital has implemented a comprehensive plan to manage a potential surge in burn-related cases. The department has mobilized extra manpower, including additional…

New Delhi, Oct 15 (UNI) The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has stated its approval of the Supreme Court’s decision to allow green crackers in Delhi for Diwali but has raised concerns about the enforcement of the order and the government’s overall readiness for the winter pollution season. Senior AAP leader Gopal Rai, while welcoming the…

New Delhi, Oct 15 (UNI) Home Minister Amit Shah will inaugurate a two-day conference here tomorrow on issues of international police cooperation to track fugitives and coordinate efforts to bring them back to face criminal justice in India. The Conference ‘Extradition of Fugitives-Challenges and Strategies’ will deliberate on issues including effective use of formal and…

New Delhi, Oct 15 (UNI) The Supreme Court today issued show-cause notices to 28 States and union Territories for failing to comply with its directions to frame uniform standards for patient safety in Intensive Care Units (ICUs) and Critical Care Units (CCUs) across the country. A Bench, comprising Justices Ahsanuddin Amanullah and N.K. Singh, directed…

New Delhi, Oct 15 (UNI) The Supreme Court today expressed concern over the union Government’s resistance to evolving with time, after it opposed a suggestion that death row convicts be allowed to choose lethal injection as an alternative to execution by hanging. A Bench, comprising Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta, was hearing a public…

New Delhi, Oct 15 (UNI) As Bihar gears up for its upcoming Legislative Assembly elections and bye-elections across seven states on November 6 and 11, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has unveiled a host of new measures aimed at making the voting process more accessible for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) and senior citizens. In…

New Delhi, Oct 15 (UNI) The Ministry of Defence inked a contract agreement worth Rs 659.47 crore for procurement of Night Sight (Image Intensifier) for 7.62 x 51mm Assault Rifle along with accessories for the Indian Army, here today. The Night Sight will enable soldiers to fully exploit the longer effective range of the SIG…