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Investigating officer should invoke protective provision under BNS in case of criminal medical negligence: IMA writes to PM Modi
The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to protect doctors from criminal prosecution in cases of alleged medical negligence, emphasizing that medical treatment lacks criminal intent and should be governed by civil law rather than criminal statutes. The IMA referenced Section 26 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), highlighting its provision that doctors should not be subject to criminal charges unless proven reckless.
UP Governor Anandiben Patel forms a three-member commission to probe Hathras incident
Retired High Court Judge Brijesh Kumar Srivastava to lead the three-member judicial panel formed by the government to investigate the stampede incident that claimed more than 100 lives and left many gravely injured. The other members of the panel are retired IPS officers Hemant Rao and Bhavesh Kumar Singh.
'Brain-eating' amoeba claims life of 14-year-old in Kerala, third death in two months: Here's all you need to know
Brain-eating amoeba: A 14-year-old boy, Mridul, has died from amoebic meningoencephalitis, a rare brain infection caused by a free-living "brain-eating" amoeba found in contaminated water, at a private hospital in Kozhikode. This marks the third such case in Kerala recently, following the deaths of a five-year-old girl from Malappuram on May 21 and a 13-year-old girl from Kannur on June 25.
Bodies of all Hathras stampede victims identified, handed over to kin
District Magistrate Asish Kumar confirmed on Thursday that all 121 victims of the Hathras stampede, primarily women, have been identified and their bodies handed over to their families. Three bodies were initially unidentified, but two were identified late Wednesday night. Additionally, one body was identified via a video call with the family in Aligarh hospital. The tragic incident occurred during self-styled godman Baba Bhole's satsang in Hathras, where the crowd surpassed 2.5 lakh despite a permitted limit of 80,000 people.
India is likely undercounting heat deaths, affecting its response to increasingly harsh heat waves
India's worst heat wave in over a decade, with temperatures exceeding 50°C, left hundreds dead, but the true toll is vastly underreported. Public health experts warn that miscounting heat-related deaths hampers effective future preparations. Improved data collection and real-time monitoring are crucial to address the severe impact of extreme heat.
"Met DC and SP to make sure culprits must be arrested": NCW Chief Rekha Sharma on Hathras incident
A team from the NCW led by chairperson Rekha Sharma and member secretary Meenakshi Negi met the injured women victims of the Hathras stampede incident on Wednesday and said most of the participants in the event were women.
Assam flood situation deteriorates, 16.50 lakh people affected in 29 districts
Assam floods affect 16.50 lakh in 29 districts, with Brahmaputra, Digaru, Kollong overflowing. CM Sarma to visit. Relief measures discussed. Death toll: 56. Dhubri, Darrang, Lakhimpur worst hit. Brahmaputra above danger at Nimatighat, Tezpur, Guwahati, Goalpara, Dhubri. Tributaries Subansiri, Burhi Dihing, Dikhou, Disang, Dhansiri, Kopili overflow. Barak river and tributaries also flood.
A family loses 3 generations of women in Hathras
In UP's Hathras, over 120 people were killed when a stampede broke out at a religious guru's satsang. One family lost all their women, three generations of them.
PM Modi pays homage to Swami Vivekananda on his death anniversary
Taking to 'X', PM Modi wrote, "I pay homage to Swami Vivekananda on his Punya Tithi. His teachings give strength to millions. His profound wisdom and relentless pursuit of knowledge are also very motivating."
PM2.5 pollution takes 33,000 lives each year in Indian cities, including Delhi and Bengaluru
A study published in The Lancet Planetary Health journal reveals that high levels of PM2.5 air pollution in major Indian cities like Delhi, Bengaluru, and Mumbai are linked to a significant proportion of daily deaths. On average, 7.2% of daily deaths in these cities were attributable to PM2.5 levels exceeding WHO guidelines. Delhi showed the highest fraction of deaths associated with PM2.5 pollution.
Assam flood death toll stands at 38 after six people die on Wednesday
Assam and Manipur grapple with devastating floods, leading to casualties and extensive damage, while authorities mobilize resources for relief efforts amidst challenging weather conditions.
UP Hathras stampede: Crowd rushed to seek blessings from 'Bhole Baba', says Sub Divsional Magistrate report
The prime facie report suggests that the stampede occurred as devotees rushed to seek blessing from 'Bhole Baba', the preacher at the religious congregation Satsang, as he was about to leave the venue after the prayer.
Hathras Stampede: Petitions filed for CBI, SC-monitored probe into the incident
A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Allahabad High Court demanding an inquiry by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) into the Hathras stampede incident which has claimed 121 lives so far, leaving 28 injured.
Madhya Pradesh: 5 children die of suspected food poisoning at Indore shelter home; 38 hospitalised
Two more children have died in a suspected food poisoning incident at Indore's Shri Yugpurush Dham Baudhik Vikas Kendra, raising the death toll to five. The number of children undergoing treatment for symptoms has also increased to 38, with four in critical condition. All the children are undergoing treatment at Government Chacha Nehru Hospital, with four admitted to the Intensive Care Unit ward.
Hathras stampede: FIR details how people stopped to collect Baba's 'car tyre mud' leading to 121 deaths
The stampede occurred as attendees rushed to collect mud from the baba's vehicle. The congestion led to people being trampled upon, including women and children, near a waterlogged field. The FIR exonerates the police and administration, stating they acted promptly with available resources to manage the situation and transport the injured to hospitals.
UP Hathras Stampede: "I am left with nothing...," says father of deceased 16-year-old daughter
The death toll from the stampede during a religious congregation in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh, has risen to 121. Among the deceased are many women and children. The incident has left 28 injured, with several receiving treatment in local hospitals. Authorities have launched an investigation, with police searching for the event's preacher, Bhole Baba. The Uttar Pradesh government announced compensation for the victims' families and ordered a thorough inquiry into the cause of the stampede.
UP Hathras Stampede: Death toll rises to 121, number of injured at 28
A stampede at a religious congregation in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh, has resulted in 121 deaths and 28 injuries. Police are searching for the preacher, Bhole Baba, and have filed an FIR against the event organizers. Eyewitnesses described the chaos, and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has vowed a thorough investigation, forming a team to determine the cause and ensure justice.
Flood situation prevails in Assam's Kaziranga National Park as water rises considerably
Following days of heavy rainfall, a flood situation has emerged in Assam's Kaziranga National Park, inundating 167 camps. Park official DFO Arun Vignesh confirmed the rise in water levels and the evacuation of eight camps. The floods in Assam have claimed 38 lives, affecting over 11.34 lakh people in 28 districts. Majorly impacted areas include Lakhimpur, Darrang, and Golaghat. The Assam State Disaster Management Authority reports that 42,476.18 hectares of crops and 2,208 villages have been submerged in the second wave of floods. Local efforts are underway to manage the crisis.
Burari case echoes in Madhya Pradesh as family of 5 found dead in suspected suicide
In a chilling incident similar to the 2018 Burari case, the bodies of a farmer, his wife, and their three children were discovered in their home in Ravdi village, Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh. The police suspect it to be a case of suicide, and a thorough investigation is underway.
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