The Supreme Court has directed states to create policies to prevent private hospitals from overcharging patients for medicines and equipment. The court emphasized that these policies should not deter private entities from investing in the healthcare sector, and recognized the challenges in catering to the growing population's healthcare needs.

NCP minister Dhananjay Munde resigned from the Maharashtra cabinet, citing his conscience and health. He faced pressure from CM Devendra Fadnavis and deputy CM Ajit Pawar following the public release of brutal images related to a sarpanch's murder, in which Munde's associate was implicated.

Suhora Technologies, focusing on detecting illegal maritime activities, has received seed funding from IN-SPACe for its innovative maritime intelligence solutions. The funding will help Suhora enhance its R&D and deploy advanced AI-driven alerting systems, improving maritime security and situational awareness using satellite earth observation data.

The Delhi high court granted bail to Christian Michel James in the Rs 3,600-crore AgustaWestland money laundering case, citing his prolonged incarceration of over six years without trial. James' bail was granted due to the delay in trial proceedings and his fundamental right to a speedy trial under Article 21 of the Constitution.

A leopard cub attacked a woman and her daughter in their Uttarakhand home, prompting their dog to defend them for 20 minutes. The family members were injured but managed to escape and alerted the forest department. Increasing leopard sightings have made the village unsafe for residents.

The Centre launches a capacity building programme to curb the 'Sarpanch Pati' phenomenon, focusing on leadership and decision-making skills of women in Panchayati Raj Institutions. The initiative includes a primer on laws against gender-based violence to empower women leaders and enhance their legal knowledge.

The US's increased tariffs on China, Mexico, and Canada could benefit Indian exporters in sectors like agriculture, engineering, and textiles. Experts highlight opportunities to source key commodities from Canada at competitive prices. India may propose a «Zero-for-Zero Tariff» arrangement to bolster trade with the US while avoiding comprehensive Free Trade Agreement negotiations.

Opposition parties severely criticized Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann for suggesting punitive action against protesting farmers, alleging they are causing losses and running a 'parallel government.' Congress urged Mann to address farmers' concerns without arrogance while SKM continues to demand legal guarantees for MSP and other agricultural policies.

The Delhi high court granted bail to Christian Michel James, a British national implicated in the Rs 3,600-crore AgustaWestland money laundering case. Despite opposition from the ED, Michel, extradited from Dubai in 2018, secured bail after having been imprisoned for over six years.

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor and BJP leader V Muraleedharan have requested external affairs ministry's intervention to expedite the repatriation of the mortal remains of a Kerala man, Thomas Gabriel, shot dead at the Israel-Jordan border. His relative, Edison, was injured but survived and has returned home.

Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath announced that 54 out of 67 pilgrimage sites have been reclaimed in Sambhal district. He criticized the Samajwadi Party for playing with religious sentiments. Plan to transform Sambhal into a major religious and tourist destination with efforts to restore ancient wells and protected heritage sites are underway.

Eight workers died in an avalanche that struck a BRO camp in Mana, Uttarakhand, despite prior warnings from the Defence Geoinformatics Research Establishment (DGRE). Activists blame administrative negligence and reckless construction in avalanche-prone areas. Authorities failed to act on alerts, leading to the tragedy. Experts warn that such disasters will continue unless safety measures are enforced. The incident highlights the need for better disaster preparedness and stricter regulations in vulnerable regions.

Yes, blame Nestle, which makes Cerelac, and Mondelez, which makes Bournvita, for piling on sugar in their products. But the bigger fact is that India’s relationship with sugar is hard to rewire because it is an age-old love story.

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar and former deputy CM Tejashwi Yadav clashed in the assembly over the state's past infrastructure and governance. Nitish credited himself for the rise of Lalu Yadav, while Tejashwi criticized the current government's rule and budget for missing opportunities to benefit people.

Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath praised the successful organization of the recent Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, highlighting zero incidents of harassment, looting, or abduction against women attendees among the 66 crore visitors. Adityanath criticized the opposition for deviating from Lohia's ideals, emphasizing the event's display of India's heritage and development without discrimination based on caste, religion, or region.

Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge criticizes the Modi-led government for undermining the RTI Act under the guise of data protection. He emphasizes the importance of public access to information such as ration card lists, MGNREGA beneficiaries, and loan defaulters. Kharge vows that the Congress party will continue to oppose these changes and safeguard citizens' rights.

Samajwadi Party MLA Abu Azmi has apologised for remarks praising Mughal emperor Aurangzeb, stating they were based on historical facts. He clarified that his words were misrepresented and not meant to disrespect other historical figures. Following controversy, Mumbai Police launched an investigation, and an FIR was filed, later transferring the case to Marine Drive police station.

Congress criticizes BJP for not ensuring women's safety, highlighting harassment cases and crime statistics in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Haryana, and Rajasthan. Congress cites a harassment case involving a Union minister's daughter and connections to a former BJP councillor. With International Women's Day approaching, Congress vows to hold BJP accountable for women's safety.

At a post-Budget seminar on MSMEs, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also announced a new committee to review regulations in the non-financial sector.

Karnataka minister Eshwara Khandre defended the installation of recliners in the assembly lounge, emphasizing that 80% of legislators are over 60 and work under significant pressure. He accused the BJP of unnecessary criticism. Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao also supported the decision, stating it was made with good intentions to help MLAs rest without leaving the assembly premises.

Bihar's government on Monday unveiled a whopping Rs 3.17 lakh crore budget for the financial year 2025-26, marking a significant 13.6 per cent increase from the previous year's Rs 2.79 lakh crore allocation.

Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin criticized the BJP-led central government for the alleged Hindi imposition through NEP's three-language formula. He emphasized the South's lack of Tamil promotion in the North. Tamil Nadu opposes the policy, fearing Hindi dominance over regional languages, while BJP refutes claims, maintaining NEP's focus on promoting all Indian languages.