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Euthanasia Plea issue: Apex Court refers matter to constitution bench

The Supreme Court of India referred the issue of legalizing euthanasia in the country to a five-judge Constitution bench. Euthanasia is the practice of intentionally ending a life...

February 27, 2014

“1322”- security helpline number launched by Northern Railway for passengers

Northern Railway launched 24 x 7 security helpline No.1322 to provide speedy assistance to passengers in the event of thefts, harassment and other criminal incidents on rail premises....

February 27, 2014

Cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara: Brand ambassador of Gujarat Election Commission

India’s middle order batsman, Cheteshwar Pujara has been appointed as the brand ambassador of the Gujarat state Election Commission for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. Objective: To encourage...

February 27, 2014

Whistleblowers Protection Bill 2014: Passed by Parliament to encourage those disclosing information on corrupt public servants

The Parliament of India approved the Whistleblowers Protection Bill 2014 to set up a mechanism to encourage persons for disclosure of information on corruption or willful misuse of...

February 27, 2014

M.P.Bezbaruah Committee: For protection of rights of North Eastern people

The Union Government expanded Bezbaruah panel to look into the various kinds of concerns of the persons hailing from the North Eastern States, who are living in different...

February 27, 2014

Sri Lanka makes graphic warning on cigarette packs mandatory

The Sri Lankan parliament passed a law that makes it mandatory for putting graphic warning on cigarette packs. Under the National Authority on Tobacco and Alcohol Act, the...

February 27, 2014

SC: People from any religious background are free to adopt child

The Supreme Court ruled that people are free to adopt children irrespective of their religious background. The move paved the way for adoption of child by persons hailing...

February 23, 2014

Parliament nod to bill to protect rights of street vendors

Parliament passed “Street Vendors (Protection of Livelihood and Regulation of Street Vending) bill-2014” to regulate street vending activities and protect the rights of urban street vendors besides ensuring...

February 23, 2014

Belgium became second country to allow Mercy Killing for children

The Catholic country, Belgium became the first country to allow euthanasia for terminally ill children of any age. This action of legalizing death for the children came 12...

February 20, 2014

‘1093’ – Delhi Police launched a Helpline number for North-Eastern People

Delhi Police launched a new helpline number 1093 for North Eastern people living in Delhi. This helpline number has 5 direct lines and all calls are received at...

February 20, 2014

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