Uttarakhand has made significant strides in healthcare over the past 24 years, establishing five government medical colleges and implementing the Ayushman Card scheme to provide affordable treatment. The state has also prioritized opening new hospitals, upgrading existing facilities, and establishing cancer care units to expand access to quality healthcare for all residents.

The Rajasthan government appealed to the Supreme Court for an urgent hearing regarding the closure of approximately 23,000 mines in the state. The closure follows a National Green Tribunal ruling that mandated environmental clearances for mining leases. The Supreme Court agreed to hear the appeal, which seeks an extension for compliance with environmental regulations.

Uttarakhand is experiencing a development surge under Chief Minister Dhami and central government support. Key projects include a new AIIMS center, expressway construction, and railway expansion. The state will also host the National Games and benefit from the Vibrant Village Programme for border areas. These initiatives aim to enhance infrastructure, healthcare, and connectivity, positioning Uttarakhand for significant progress.

For over a decade, Kishore Meshram has made a monthly 85km journey to Nagpur for his son's life-saving blood transfusions, highlighting the plight of countless impoverished tribals battling thalassaemia and sickle cell anaemia. The Thalassaemia and Sickle Cell Centre (TSCC) in Nagpur has emerged as a beacon of hope, providing free transfusions, consultations, and advocating for prenatal screening to combat these preventable genetic disorders.

The Rajasthan government has appealed to the Supreme Court to prevent the closure of approximately 23,000 mines. The closure, ordered by the National Green Tribunal, is due to a lack of reappraisal by state environmental authorities. The state government argues that the closures will lead to unemployment and economic disruption.

Relates to graft in issuance of lease deed for valuable land

To combat rising air pollution, India has doubled the fines for farmers burning crop residue in several northern states. The increased penalties, ranging from Rs 5,000 to Rs 30,000, took effect immediately. Despite a decrease in burning this season, over 400,000 cases have been reported across six states, with Punjab accounting for the majority.

The Supreme Court has ordered the liquidation of Jet Airways after the Jalan Kalrock Consortium, the winning bidder, failed to deposit the first installment of the resolution plan. The court invoked its special powers to order the liquidation, citing the consortium's violations and the lack of progress in reviving the airline.

A station master's casual «OK» during a heated phone argument with his wife was misconstrued as authorization to dispatch a train. This mistake cost the railways Rs 3 crore and led to the station master's suspension, fueling a tumultuous 12-year divorce battle that ultimately reached the Chhattisgarh High Court.

The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) has put forward proposals to streamline the insolvency process for real estate projects. These proposals aim to allow the registration of properties owned by insolvent real estate companies if homebuyers have cleared dues and received possession. The IBBI also suggests that homebuyers should be exempt from certain eligibility criteria when bidding for such projects.

Medical colleges in India are facing scrutiny for a disproportionately high number of ragging complaints, with over 40% of all complaints originating from these institutions. Anti-ragging activists argue that despite the alarming number of complaints, including cases resulting in student suicides, colleges and authorities often fail to take appropriate action, highlighting the urgent need for effective anti-ragging measures and accountability.

A tragic accident in Jammu & Kashmir's Reasi district claimed the lives of four individuals, including a young girl. The driver of an SUV lost control, causing the vehicle to plummet into a gorge. Three occupants died at the scene, while another succumbed to injuries at the hospital. Two others are currently receiving medical treatment.

Two village defense guards were tragically killed in Kishtwar, Jammu, by the Kashmir Tigers, a group linked to Jaish-e-Mohammed. The group claimed responsibility and threatened others who support security forces. This incident follows a series of terrorist attacks and heightened security operations in Jammu and Kashmir, highlighting the volatile situation in the region.

Chaos erupted in the Jammu and Kashmir assembly as BJP and National Conference MLAs clashed over a resolution demanding the restoration of Article 370. The speaker evicted BJP members for disrupting the proceedings, leading to physical altercations with marshals. BJP termed the resolution a futile attempt, while other parties criticized their stance and the disruption.

The BJP has condemned a resolution passed by the INDIA alliance in the Jammu and Kashmir assembly to restore the region's special status. BJP leader Smriti Irani called the resolution an attempt to «wage war against the Indian constitution» and accused the alliance of supporting terrorists and separatists. Irani asserted that the BJP would not allow the abrogation of Article 370 to be reversed.

Following a controversial social media post in Chittagong, Bangladesh, clashes erupted between the Hindu community and law enforcement, resulting in property damage. India has called upon the interim government in Dhaka to take decisive action against extremist elements and ensure the safety of Hindus in the country.

President Droupadi Murmu embarked the indigenious aircraft carrier INS Vikrant and witnessed the operational demonstration by the Indian Navy at sea on Thursday.

Indian medical colleges are facing scrutiny for a high number of ragging complaints, with over 42% of all complaints received by the UGC's anti-ragging cell coming from these institutions. Despite the severity of the incidents, activists argue that colleges and authorities often fail to take adequate action, highlighting the urgent need for reform and accountability within medical education.

The World Meteorological Organization reports that 2024 is on track to be the hottest year on record, potentially exceeding the 1.5 degrees Celsius warming threshold set by the Paris Agreement. This projection, based on data from January to September, surpasses the previous record set in 2023.

The Congress party in Maharashtra has taken disciplinary action against its members contesting against the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance candidates. The party suspended these rebel candidates for a period of six years, emphasizing that there would be no tolerance for «friendly fights» within the alliance.

The Supreme Court clarified that its directive to remove caste details from jail records won't affect data collection by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB). This clarification comes after the court's October 3rd ruling, which deemed caste-based discrimination in prisons unconstitutional.

India's External Affairs Ministry criticized Canada for blocking the social media channels of «Australia Today» following its broadcast of a press conference featuring Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar. During the conference, Jaishankar reiterated India's stance on Canada's allegations, deeming them baseless and highlighting the surveillance faced by Indian diplomats in Canada.

Following clashes between Hindus and law enforcement in Chittagong, India has called on Bangladesh to protect its Hindu minority. The unrest erupted after a social media post criticizing ISKCON sparked outrage and violence, with accusations of attacks on Hindu businesses. The incident has heightened tensions and raised concerns about the safety of Hindus in Bangladesh.

The Supreme Court has decided to keep the trial of a Kolkata doctor's rape and murder case within West Bengal. The court stated that the trial court judge has the authority to request further investigations. The trial is set to begin on November 11th, with daily proceedings scheduled.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches on vendors associated with e-commerce giants Amazon and Flipkart as part of an investigation into potential violations of foreign exchange laws. The raids, spanning multiple cities, focused on financial transactions of «preferred» vendors, aiming to uncover any irregularities related to foreign exchange regulations.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi clarified his stance on business practices, emphasizing his opposition to monopolies rather than businesses themselves. He reiterated his concerns about concentrated corporate power, likening it to the historical dominance of the East India Company. The BJP, however, criticized Gandhi's remarks as baseless accusations against Prime Minister Narendra Modi's economic policies.

NCP chief Ajit Pawar declared that he will campaign for Nawab Malik in the upcoming Maharashtra assembly elections, despite allegations linking Malik to Dawood Ibrahim. Pawar defended Malik, stating that no charges have been proven. The ruling Mahayuti alliance, however, refused to support Malik, leading to a four-way contest in the Mankhurd Shivajinagar constituency.

Jammu and Kashmir assembly speaker Abdul Rahim Rather criticized BJP MLAs for their conduct during a resolution demanding the restoration of the UT's special status. Rather condemned the BJP members for using «cheap» slogans and disrespecting the national emblem by stepping on it.