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Alert on Beta Blocker Drug Reactions

January 7, 2025

The Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC) has recently raised concerns regarding adverse drug reactions (ADRs) linked to widely used beta blocker medications. These drugs, including metoprolol, propranolol, and atenolol, are commonly prescribed for heart-related conditions. The IPC’s findings tell the importance ..

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UGC Revises Vice-Chancellor Selection Process

January 7, 2025

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has introduced new regulations for the appointment and promotion of teachers in higher education. Released on January 6, 2025, by Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, these draft regulations clarify the selection process for Vice-Chancellors. The ..

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National Anthem Controversy in Tamil Nadu Assembly

January 7, 2025

On January 6, 2025, Tamil Nadu’s Governor R.N. Ravi left the Legislative Assembly without delivering his customary address. His departure stemmed from the absence of the national anthem before his scheduled speech. This incident echoes a similar refusal from the ..

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E-commerce Giants Face Legal Challenges in India

January 7, 2025

The ongoing legal battle involving e-commerce giants Amazon and Flipkart has escalated . The Supreme Court of India recently transferred all petitions regarding alleged anti-competitive practices by these companies to the Karnataka High Court. This decision follows a lengthy investigation ..

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Supreme Court Ruling on Non-Cognizable Offences

January 7, 2025

In January 2025, the Supreme Court clarified the parameters for police investigations into serious and non-serious crimes. The Court distinguished between cognizable and non-cognizable offences, emphasising the importance of safeguards in place for non-cognizable offences. This ruling arose from a ..

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Arunachal Pradesh’s Religious Conversion Act Revival

January 7, 2025

The Arunachal Pradesh government is reactivating a 1978 Act aimed at preventing forced religious conversions. This move occurs nearly five decades after the Act was enacted by the first Legislative Assembly of the then Union Territory. The Act prohibits religious ..

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Net Neutrality – Recent Developments and Context

January 6, 2025

The ongoing debate surrounding net neutrality has seen developments recently. On January 2, 2025, the 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled against the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in its second attempt to enforce net neutrality. This ruling contrasts sharply ..

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Why did Government Scrap No-Detention Policy?

January 6, 2025

In December 2024, the Union government amended the Rules of the Right to Education Act, 2009. This change allows schools to detain students in Classes 5 and 8 if they fail to meet promotion criteria after year-end examinations. Students will ..

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