A shocking kidney transplant racket was uncovered in a joint raid conducted by law enforcement and health authorities at Alakananda Hospital in Hyderabad's Doctors Colony. The hospital staff allegedly lured women with promises of financial gain and illegally conducted organ transplants. One person has been arrested and four critically ill donors have been rushed to another hospital. The incident has prompted calls for stricter monitoring of hospitals allowed to perform organ transplants.
As Donald Trump officially took office as the 47th President of the United States, his slate of executive orders gained attention for their controversial nature. From postponing a ban on popular social media app TikTok to cracking down on illegal immigration, Trump's first few hours as President set the tone for his promised "Golden America." Along with these bold moves, Trump's inauguration also saw his son Barron being praised for his involvement in Trump's election victory, and Tesla CEO Elon Musk facing backlash for an awkward salute that some compared to the "Heil Hitler" gesture.
After a string of updates on the arrest of Shariful Islam Shehzad for the stabbing of Saif Ali Khan, the court orders 5-day police custody for further investigation. Celebrities like Kareena Kapoor Khan and her children Jeh and Taimur visit Saif at the hospital. MP Naresh Mhaske expresses concern over illegal immigration from Bangladesh for work leading to potential security threats.
Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan's stabbing incident took a shocking turn as the prime suspect, a man named Vijay Das, was arrested and identified as Mohammad Shariful Islam Shahzad, an illegal immigrant from Bangladesh. The perpetrator, who had been working under a false name and fake documents, was apprehended by Mumbai Police after a 70-hour manhunt. The attack, which occurred during a robbery attempt at the actor's residence, left Saif Ali Khan injured but he is currently recovering.
Patna District Magistrate, Dr. Chandrashekhar Singh, has defended the detention of 43 individuals, including political strategist Prashant Kishor, during protests over BPSC exams. Singh stated that the protest at Gandhi Maidan was illegal and despite warnings, protesters refused to vacate. An FIR was filed and 15 vehicles were seized. Verification has shown that 30 out of the 43 detained individuals were not students, and Dr. Singh has warned of strict action against any future illegal protests.
In a recent hearing, the Supreme Court expressed dismay at the daily generation of 3,000 tonnes of untreated municipal solid waste in Delhi. The court warned of drastic consequences, including possible halting of development activities, if illegal dumping continues to plague the city. It directed the government to take immediate measures to prevent fires and pollution at the two largest dumping sites in the city and file a detailed affidavit on compliance with Solid Waste Management Rules by January 15. This development highlights the urgent need for effective waste management policies in the capital city.
The Supreme Court has expressed concern over the increasing solid waste crisis in Delhi and has directed the Delhi government and MCD to clarify their compliance with the 2016 rules for managing such waste. The Court also ordered the government to submit a detailed affidavit on steps taken to curb illegal dumping and fires caused by it. The MCD and Amicus Curiae engaged in a heated debate over the authorities' efforts to tackle the waste crisis.
A mahapanchayat, organised by Hindutva groups, was held in Uttarkashi to discuss plans for a district-wide protest against a decades-old mosque that they claim was built illegally. The speakers at the event raised concerns about a supposed demographic change in the state and called on Hindus to unite against the issues of 'love jihad' and 'land jihad'. The event, which was granted permission by the district administration, also saw attendees advocate for the use of bulldozers to tackle the issue. Members of the Muslim community, however, expressed their willingness to continue their legal fight for their rights and for the mosque, which they assert was constructed lawfully.
SAD leader Sukhbir Singh Badal was attacked while performing 'seva' at the Golden Temple, but his party has stated that he will continue his duties as a religious punishment. The shooter has been identified as Narain Singh Chaura, a former militant who was arrested in 2013. Badal, who is in a wheelchair due to a fractured leg, has been serving his punishment at the temple entrance while holding a spear. Chaura has a history of involvement in illegal activities and was acquitted in a previous case.
T Harish Rao, a popular grassroots leader and former minister from the ruling Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) party in Telangana, has found himself embroiled in a major political controversy as he was booked in a case of alleged illegal phone tapping. The case has caused a stir in the state's political landscape, particularly due to Rao's close ties to party chief and former Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao. The incident has sparked widespread debates and discussions about the ethics and legality of phone tapping in politics.