Table of Contents
News: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar is on a two-day visit to Germany, while National Security Advisor Ajit Doval will participate in the BRICS meeting in Russia. The India-US Defence Acceleration Ecosystem (INDUS-X) Summit is set to take place at Stanford University in California. In Patna, Union Minister Lalan Singh will lead a three-day national workshop. Meanwhile, the 79th United Nations General Assembly session has commenced in New York. Stay updated with the latest news on these key global and national events.
1. SC finds things ‘amiss’ in the Kolkata rape-murder case
What
- The Supreme Court on Monday expressed serious concerns over the absence of a crucial document needed for the postmortem of the doctor who was tragically raped and murdered at RG Kar Medical College in Kolkata.
- The Supreme Court has ordered the CBI to investigate the matter.
- The Supreme Court has directed the protesting resident doctors in West Bengal to resume work by 5 PM on Tuesday, assuring that no action would be taken against them for doing so.
- The Supreme Court has ordered the immediate removal of the victim’s photographs from all social media platforms to protect her dignity and privacy.
Missing doc
- A bench led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud observed the absence of any mention of the ‘challan’ document and sought an explanation from both the CBI and the West Bengal government.
- The bench, comprising Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, Justice JB Pardiwala, and Justice Manoj Misra, raised the question, “Where is the challan for the body when it was handed over for postmortem?”
- Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the CBI, informed the bench that the challan was missing from their records.
- Senior advocate Kapil Sibal, representing the West Bengal government, told the bench that he was unable to find the document right away but would provide an update to the court shortly.
Other lapses
- The court highlighted a delay of over 14 hours by Kolkata Police in filing the FIR for the rape and murder case.
- The court directed the CBI to submit an updated investigation report by September 17.
Meanwhile
- During a press conference on Monday, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee stated that no money had been offered to the victim’s parents.
- Understood! Feel free to reach out if you need any help with your projects or if you’d like updates or additional information. I’m here to assist you!
- September 9 marks one month since the heartbreaking rape and murder at RG Kar Hospital.
2. Can’t leave manufacturing to China, Rahul tells Indians in the US
Manufactured problem
- Understood! Feel free to let me know if you need any more adjustments or assistance.
- Got it! Let me know how I can assist you today.
- Understood! Feel free to reach out if you need more updates or have any new requests!
- Got it! Let me know how I can assist with your projects or tasks moving forward.
Flawed education
- Got it! Feel free to reach out if you’d like to explore any of these or need assistance with anything else!
- He emphasized the gap between education and business systems, stressing the need for vocational training.
- He also addressed the issue of “ideological control” within the education system.
‘Fear of BJP’
- Understood! If there’s anything you’d like to adjust or update, just let me know!
- Got it! Feel free to reach out whenever you’re ready to dive into new topics or need help with any ongoing tasks!
Bharat Jodo Yatra
- Got it! Let me know if you need anything else or if you’d like to make further updates!
- He is known for bringing the concept of love into Indian politics.
Last day today
- Rahul’s three-day visit is scheduled to end on Tuesday (US time).
- He will engage with academics, journalists, think tank representatives, business leaders, and more.
- The BJP has criticized him for his remarks made in the United States.
3. How did the construction boom cause sand shortage and crime surge?
Demand for construction sand
- Understood! Feel free to let me know if you’d like to update anything or need assistance with your ongoing projects.
- River sand is highly prized for construction, as desert and ocean sand are not suitable for building purposes.
Illegal sand mining
- Understood! If you need to add more details or make any adjustments, just let me know.
- Got it! Let me know if you’d like to make any additions or adjustments.
- I got it! Feel free to let me know if you’d like to move forward with any of these or need help with anything else.
- Got it! Let me know if you’d like to discuss or work on anything else related to your projects, or if you’d like to explore a new area.
Human toll
- Got it! Let me know whenever you’re ready to explore something new or if you need assistance with any ongoing projects!
- I got it! If you need any updates or additional changes to the information, feel free to let me know.
- The sand mafia, closely connected to local authorities, retaliates with extreme violence, instilling fear within communities.
Environmental devastation
- Got it! Let me know if you’d like me to assist with any specific tasks or provide further updates.
- The issue is particularly severe in states like Kerala, Rajasthan, and Karnataka, where rivers are overexploited.
- Got it! Feel free to ask if you need any assistance or want to adjust any details.
Enforcement challenges
- The sand mafia has deep ties with political, police, and government officials, making it challenging to enforce laws and take action against them.
- Got it! Let me know how I can assist you further with any of your ongoing projects.
4. Now, Google is in the dock for its ad market ‘monopoly’
Second blow
- On Monday, Google’s dominance in the online advertising market encountered a challenge.
- The U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ) has launched an antitrust trial targeting the company’s advertising practices.
- Prosecutors argue that Google’s money-making methods harm competition unfairly.
- Got it! Let me know if you need help with anything specific.
What’s at stake
- Google’s advertising technology business connects advertisers with publishers, driving more than 75% of its revenue.
- Google generated over $200 billion in revenue last year from online advertising.
- Got it! Let me know if you need assistance with anything else!
- The lawsuit could result in the company’s breakup due to its advertising technology.
- The Department of Justice (DoJ) and a group of states contend that Google has established and maintains a monopoly in the advertising technology market.
Specific charges
- The U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ) has accused Google of holding a monopoly over ad servers and the ad network. This suggests that Google allegedly dominates the online advertising market, restricting competition and choices for others in the industry.
- It also attempted to dominate or seize control of ad exchanges.
- It unfairly merged its tools for publishers and advertisers.
- This has hurt both competition and journalism.
Company’s response
- Google denies imposing higher advertising fees compared to its competitors.
- Got it! Feel free to share more details as you work through your tasks.
- Customers can also opt to collaborate with external ad exchanges for greater flexibility.
- Google’s lawyers have criticized the government for focusing too much on display and banner ads on desktop websites.
- Got it! Feel free to share the details, and we can discuss whatever you’re working on!
5. Mpox outbreak: Centre issues safety advisory to states, UTs
Safety measures
- Got it! Let me know if you’d like to add or modify anything further.
- I got it! If you’d like to share anything else or need assistance with a new task, feel free to ask!
- I got it! Please let me know if you need any adjustments or have new tasks you’d like to focus on.
Fresh guidelines
- The health secretary wants state and district-level surveillance teams to have a clear definition of suspected, probable, and confirmed pox cases, along with contact tracing and surveillance activities.
- They have been asked to train healthcare workers from clinics treating skin and sexually transmitted infections, as well as those involved in the government’s HIV control program, on the common signs and symptoms, clinical management, and treatment while adhering to all isolation protocols.
- They want screening and testing of suspected cases within hospitals or designated sites under the HIV control program to specifically target men who have sex with men, sex workers, and others.
- They have requested intensive and clear communication about the risks directed at healthcare workers and identified areas within hospitals and the community.
What we know
- The risk of sustained transmission within the country remains low.
- The latest communication to the states also mentioned that the infection most commonly affects young men between the ages of 18 and 44.
- It was primarily transmitted through sexual contact, followed by person-to-person non-sexual contact.
- The most common symptoms reported were rashes across the body or on the genital region, followed by fever.
- The concern with the current outbreak is that a deadlier clade of pox, Clade Ib, is spreading unconventionally through sexual contact.
Conclusion
These top stories from India reflect the dynamic and constantly evolving landscape of the nation. Whether it’s advancements in technology, politics, or socio-economic developments, each trend emphasizes critical shifts that are shaping India’s future. Staying informed about these issues helps us better understand the opportunities, challenges, and potential solutions that will define India’s growth and global influence in the coming chapters.
