Rat trap manufacturers have petitioned the Bombay High Court to quash a ban on glue traps. Issued by the Animal Welfare Board of India, the circulars from 2011 and 2020 are deemed arbitrary and illegal by the petitioners, who argue these traps offer a non-toxic solution for rodent control.
Read More »States-centre synergy to address modern-day challenges of climate change and cyber crimes is litmus test for our federalism model: CJI DY Chandrachud
Chief Justice of India, DY Chandrachud, emphasizes the need for Centre-state cooperation to tackle global issues like climate change, AI, and cybercrimes, highlighting the transformative intent of the Constitution. He also underscores the efficiency and cooperative models of federalism, citing GST as an example.
Read More »Rail minister Ashwini Vaishnaw too busy with bullet train, Mumbai passengers ignored: Sanjay Raut on Bandra stampede
Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut criticized Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw for focusing on the bullet train project while neglecting Mumbai’s railway infrastructure. Raut highlighted a recent stampede at Bandra Terminus, which injured nine people, and questioned the government’s response to frequent railway accidents. He emphasized Mumbai’s significant contribution to the …
Read More »Festive rush: 9 injured in stampede at Mumbai’s Bandra Terminus while boarding special train
A stampede at Bandra Terminus railway station in Mumbai on Sunday morning left nine injured as passengers attempted to board an overcrowded festival special train heading to Gorakhpur. The chaotic situation occurred due to excess passengers and heavy luggage, with critical injuries reported. Authorities have launched an investigation.
Read More »Maharashtra polls: Juma Masjid trustee Shoaib Khatib to contest Mumbadevi seat on Azad Samaj Party ticket
Shoaib Khatib, trustee of Juma Masjid, will contest the Mumbadevi seat on an Azad Samaj Party (ASP) ticket. This constituency, represented by Congressβs Amin Patel for three terms, awaits a candidate from Mahayuti. Khatib questions Congress’s contributions to Muslims, emphasizing the need for diversity in political representation in the heavily …
Read More »Mumbai: 9 injured in stampede at Bandra railway station
Nine passengers were injured in a stampede at Bandra Terminus early this morning due to overcrowding on Platform No. 1 while awaiting the Bandra-Gorakhpur Express. The incident occurred at 2:55 a.m. with two passengers in critical condition. Authorities are probing the circumstances as passengers reportedly attempted to board moving general …
Read More »‘Cops took costly electronics, failed to pay in full’, says complaint; Bombay HC orders CID probe
The Bombay High Court has directed the DGP to appoint a State CID officer to investigate a 2018 complaint by a cheating case accused, alleging unpaid supply of electronic goods to a Thane police station. The court quashed an FIR against the accused and ordered an inquiry into the serious …
Read More »Delhi heads towards βsevereβ air quality during Diwali, rain likely to bring relief for Pune, Mumbai
Delhiβs air quality is expected to worsen significantly during Diwali despite a firecracker ban, with potential violations exacerbating pollution. Mumbai and Pune might see improved air quality due to forecasted rainfall. Delhi’s low ventilation index and wind speeds will trap pollutants, while Pune and Mumbai could benefit from thundershowers, improving …
Read More »Brother sentenced to life for murdering elder sibling; mother turns hostile in court
A Mumbai sessions court sentenced Hemant Devrukhakar to life imprisonment for murdering his brother Sainath in 2018. Despite their mother turning hostile in court, the prosecution’s evidence proved that Hemant killed Sainath due to his abusive and addictive behavior. Hemant admitted to hitting Sainath with a cement block, causing his …
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