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Kyiv: Prime Minister Narendra Modi with the Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy honour the memory of children during a visit to ‘Martyrologist’ Exposition, in Kyiv, Ukraine, Friday, Aug. 23, 2024. (Photo: PTI)
Patients received major relief after most of the doctors' associations called off their strike owing to the SC appeal. The protests by resident doctors at government hospitals in several states across the country ended on Thursday on the 11th day, being done over the rape-murder of a trainee medic in Kolkata. Supreme Court also asked the Centre to ensure safety of the resident doctors. However, in West Bengal, the epicentre of the strikes, healthcare services remained affected at state-run hospitals. Junior doctors continued their ceasework for the 14th day straight. Agitating doctors said they will review the apex court's directions on Friday and then take a decision.
Vice President Harris sought to redefine herself for America. She also drew a sharp contrast with Republican Donald Trump on final day of DNC as she accepted the Democratic Party's 2024 presidential nomination. Kamala Harris could be the first 'woman elected president' if she wins the US Presidential elections. She emerged as the Democratic candidate little more than a month ago when allies of President Joe Biden forced him to quit the race.
Rajnath Singh meets Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin in US
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday met US Secretary of Defence Lloyd Austin to review and further deepen the existing defence cooperation activities between the two countries. "Excellent meeting with my dear friend @SecDef Lloyd Austin. We reviewed the existing defence cooperation activities and discussed ways to deepen it further. The signing of Security of Supply Arrangements and the agreement for positioning of Indian officers at key US commands are pathbreaking developments," Singh said in a post on X.
Odisha will spend Rs 7,830 cr per year on social security pensions: Minister
The Odisha government will spend Rs 7,830.08 crore every year on social security pensions to widows, senior citizens and persons with disabilities, Minister Nityananda Gond informed the assembly on Friday. Gond, the minister of social security and empowerment of persons with disabilities, said in reply to a question in the assembly that the government was now providing such pensions under two schemes -- National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) and Madhu Babu Pension Yojna (MBPY).
E-tailers breaching FDI norms, consumers should think who benefits from their purchases: Goyal
Doctor rape-murder: We have faith in CBI investigation, says victim's parents
The parents of the woman doctor, who was allegedly raped and murdered inside a state-run hospital in Kolkata earlier this month, on Friday voiced their confidence in the ongoing CBI inquiry. They also said they may join the demonstration of students of R G Kar Medical College and Hospital, where their daughter's body was found on August 9.
India ever ready to play active role in peace efforts, Modi assures Zelenskyy
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy that both Ukraine and Russia should sit together without wasting time to find ways to end the ongoing war and that India was on the side of peace since the beginning of the conflict. In his talks with Zelenskyy in Kyiv that took place under the shadow of the raging war, Modi said India is ever ready to play an "active role" in every effort to restore peace in Ukraine and he would even like to contribute personally in ending the conflict.
DGCA imposes Rs 90 lakh fine on Air India, suspends director of training for 6 months
Aviation watchdog DGCA has imposed a penalty of Rs 90 lakh on Tata Group-owned Air India and has also suspended the airline's director of training for six months in connection with a flight that was operated with non-qualified pilots. Besides, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has slapped fines of Rs 6 lakh and Rs 3 lakh on Air India's Director of Operations Pankul Mathur and Director of Training Manish Vasavada for the lapse.
NHRC issues notices to Andhra officials over food poisoning incidents
The NHRC has taken suo motu cognisance of two reported incidents of food poisoning in Andhra Pradesh that caused serious health complications among students and orphans. The alleged incidents, which occurred at Chittoor Apollo Health University and an orphanage in Anakapalli district, have drawn national attention due to the severity of their impact.
CAG report flags flaws in financial practices of Gujarat govT
Upside risks to inflation diminished, downside risks to employment increased: Powell
CBI justifies in SC Kejriwal's arrest in excise policy case
India should retain headline inflation as target, external rate panel members say
Countless questions waiting for BJP in UP: Akhilesh Yadav
India bans 156 commonly used combination drugs citing possible risks to humans
PM Modi called for practical engagement to develop solutions that will contribute towards peace: Jaishankar
Himachal to launch new flight routes connecting Chandigarh
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First Published: Aug 23 2024 | 9:05 AM IST
