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International Court Upholds Right to Strike
The Calcutta High Court dismissed pleas challenging West Bengal's cattle slaughter restrictions ahead of Bakr Eid. The court directed the state to explicitly ban public slaughters and noted that cow sacrifice is not an essential religious practice. This ruling reinforces existing state regulations on animal slaughter.
Madras High Court Issues Notice on Tamil Nadu Election Practices
The Madras High Court has issued notices regarding a public interest litigation that alleges corrupt practices during the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Notices were sent to Vijay, the Election Commission of India, M.K. Stalin, and Edappadi K.
Delhi High Court Rules Calpol a Well-Known Trademark
The Delhi High Court has declared Calpol as a well-known trademark, ruling in favor of GSK. This decision addresses trademark infringement concerns related to the popular medication.
Indian Travel Payments Startup Scapia Secures $63M
Indian startup Scapia has secured $63 million in a funding round led by General Catalyst. The company offers a platform that combines travel booking with co-branded credit cards and mobile payments.
Sharad Pawar's NCP Ends Merger Talks
The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) led by Sharad Pawar has concluded merger discussions with the faction led by Sunetra Pawar. The decision was reported by the Hindustan Times.
Kerala Election Commission Asked To Ban Pre-Poll Surveys
The Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) has requested the state election commission to ban pre-poll surveys. This request comes ahead of the 2026 Kerala Legislative Assembly elections. A case has also been filed against TVK leader Vijay for alleged election code violations.
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Mumbai Eviction Drive Sparks Chaos Amid Eid Fears
A large-scale eviction drive in Mumbai to clear railway land has resulted in chaos and raised concerns due to the proximity of Eid. Approximately 500 hutments were affected by the drive, which targeted land valued at Rs 600 crore.
India Increases Airport Screening for Ebola
India has enhanced airport screening measures for travelers arriving from the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan. This action is a response to an Ebola alert.
Fire Kills Two In Thane Market Blaze
A early morning fire at a market in Thane, India, resulted in the deaths of a fireman and a security guard. The blaze caused damage to the market area.
Indian Election Commission Launches E-Citizen Platform
The Election Commission of India has launched a new platform called E-Citizen.