The CBI has submitted its report to the Lokpal regarding the cash-for-query case involving MP Mahua Moitra and businessman Darshan Hiranandani. This follows an FIR registered against Moitra based on allegations of accepting cash and gifts in exchange for asking questions in Parliament. The Lokpal will now review the report to decide on further action, potentially leading to a charge sheet.
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has tightened regulations on live surgeries, permitting them only for new procedures. This decision follows concerns about patient safety and the educational value of live broadcasts versus recorded videos. While the NMC has resisted a complete ban, it prioritizes patient well-being by mandating insurance coverage for participants and free management of surgery-related complications.
Dhampur Sub-Divisional Magistrate Ritu Rani received a threatening text message. The sender demanded a ransom of fifteen lakh rupees. The sender threatened to kill her if she failed to pay. The message referenced the murder of NIA DSP Tanzeel Ahmed. Police have registered a case and are investigating. Security has been tightened for SDM Ritu Rani. The sender also shared barcodes and mobile numbers for transferring the money.
A tragic incident in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, claimed the life of a seven-year-old boy due to the collapse of a school gate, highlighting the dire state of school infrastructure. This follows a similar incident in Jhalawar where seven children died. Public outrage is growing, with accusations of negligence and demands for accountability amidst increasing reports of unsafe school buildings across the state.
Google officials have presented documents to the Enforcement Directorate (ED) concerning a money laundering investigation linked to betting websites and online shopping scams. Meta, also implicated, is yet to comply with the summons. The ED is scrutinizing both platforms for hosting advertisements promoting illicit betting sites and fraudulent online shopping schemes, which have allegedly defrauded Indian citizens of substantial sums.
The Karnataka government has reinstated four police officers, including the former Bengaluru City police commissioner, who were suspended following the deadly stampede outside M Chinnaswamy Stadium in June. Disciplinary proceedings are still pending against the reinstated officers, and further action will depend on the outcome of these proceedings. However, the additional commissioner of police (west) remains suspended as his case is pending in high court.
A stampede near the Mansa Devi temple in Haridwar resulted in eight fatalities and numerous injuries. Initial rescue efforts were hampered by a rumour of electric current running through the fallen pilgrims, causing hesitation among bystanders. Constable Sanjay Kapoor and local shopkeepers initiated rescues, overcoming the fear.
The Supreme Court has directed the Election Commission to accept Aadhaar and EPIC for voter authentication during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The court emphasized that the SIR should focus on broad inclusion rather than exclusion. While rejecting a stay on the SIR, the court agreed to daily hearings for a swift resolution.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee has assured social security for migrant workers willing to return to the state, promising ration cards, health cards, and jobs. She directed officials to formulate a scheme for their return by train, emphasizing that Bengal will provide for its people. Banerjee also criticized the alleged persecution of Bengalis in other states and defended the skills of Bengali workers.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee accused the Election Commission of acting as a "BJP agent" to implement NRC during a rally in Bolpur. She challenged the poll body to delete any genuine Bengal voter and cautioned booth level officers against harassing people, reminding them of their state government employment.
