Every patient will have to be evaluated: J&J on hip implants
Every patient will have to be evaluated and it is hard to put an exact amount on the compensation,
SC decriminalises homosexuality, says history owes LGBTQ community an apology
The Supreme Court decriminalised homosexuality with a prayer to the LGBTQ (Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer) community to forgive history for their “brutal” suppression.
Odisha House nod for Legislative Council
A resolution seeking creation of a Legislative Council in Odisha was passed in the State Assembly .
Govt. grants ‘trust’ status to ‘Bharat Ke Veer’ initiative
The government has granted the status of a trust to ‘Bharat Ke Veer’, a private initiative promoted by actor Akshay Kumar, which aids families of paramilitary personnel killed in action.
Swachh Bharat progress key to UN SDG on open defecation
India is claiming the “world’s most improved” tag with regards to ending open defecation, thanks to progress under the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan.
SC throws out plea to ban Malayalam novel Meesha
The Supreme Court threw out a petition seeking a ban on the Malayalam novel Meesha (Moustache), written by S. Hareesh, as it was perceived to be ‘derogatory’ to temple-going Hindu women.
Supreme Court bats for minor rape survivors
The Supreme Court ordered that minor survivors of rape or sexual assault will get compensation on par with women victims.
Assam NRC: SC refuses to give report copy to Centre
The Supreme Court refused to provide a copy of the full report of Assam NRC Co-ordinator Prateek Hajela to the Centre on what excluded citizens could offer as proof of ancestry.
Ministers discuss report on lynching
A Group of Ministers (GoM) headed by Home Minister Rajnath Singh discussed the recommendations of a panel set up to suggest ways to check incidents of lynching, officials said.
Chief Justice of India names his successor: Justice Ranjan Gogoi
Chief Justice of India Dipak Misra recommended Justice Ranjan Gogoi as his successor and the 46th Chief Justice of India.