The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has taken a strong stance against unfair interest-charging practices by lenders. In a circular issued on April 29, 2024, the RBI directed banks and non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) to review their loan practices and refund excess interest charged to borrowers. This move aims to ensure transparency and fairness in […]
In a recent development, AstraZeneca has acknowledged a rare but serious side effect linked to its COVID-19 vaccine, Covishield. This admission comes amidst a class-action lawsuit against the company in the UK High Court. According to reports surfacing in late April 2024, AstraZeneca conceded in court documents submitted in February 2024 that Covishield can, in […]
In a recent development, the Uttarakhand State Licensing Authority (SLA) has suspended the manufacturing licenses of 14 products manufactured by Patanjali Ayurved ltd. and its sister concern, Divya Pharmacy. The action, taken on April 15, 2024, comes amid a legal battle surrounding alleged misleading advertisements for these products. The suspended products include popular Patanjali offerings […]
The Eden Gardens in Kolkata erupted last night, April 29th, as the Knight Riders thrashed the Delhi Capitals by a convincing seven wickets. This dominant win keeps KKR’s playoff hopes alive and pushes them to the coveted fourth position in the points table Delhi, who opted to bat first, was never really able to grip […]
A Fast Track Mahila Court in Srivilliputtur, on 29 April 2024, convicted former assistant professor Nirmala Devi for attempting to traffic four girl students from Devanga Arts College. A case that came into the spotlight in 2018 The Judge S. Umamaheshwari, acquitted the two other accused in the case- a university official and a former […]
In an incident that has sent waves of shock through Karnataka’s political landscape, Janata Dal (Secular) Member of Parliament (MP) Prajwal Revanna is at the centre of controversy after being accused of sexual assault. The charges have not only harmed his image, but they also point to his father, Holenarasipur MLA HD Revanna, in the […]
Elon Musk’s whirlwind trip to China this week has sent shockwaves through the tech world, especially considering his abrupt cancellation of a visit to India just days earlier. The surprise China visit, which included a meeting with a top government official, hints at potential breakthroughs for Tesla’s operations in the world’s second-largest economy. Earlier in […]
The 28th of April saw a dramatic doubleheader in the Indian Premier League, keeping cricket fans excited with contrasting victory for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). CSK returned to form at Chennai’s M.A. Chidambaram Stadium with a commanding 78-run victory against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). CSK got off to a flying start […]
Residents of the Tricity region are being warned about a disturbing increase in online frauds after multiple incidents resulted in significant financial losses for the victims. These cases highlight the increasing sophistication and diversity of tactics employed by scammers. In Chandigarh, two residents were targeted by online fraudsters, collectively losing over Rs 2.65 lakh. Rajbir […]
Three women in New Mexico became infected with HIV after obtaining a “vampire facial” at a spa, according to a CDC investigation. This is the first reported case of HIV transmission via a cosmetic injectable technique in the United States. Vampire facials, also known as platelet-rich plasma (PRP) treatment facials, have grown in popularity in […]