Pakistani court acquits ex-PM Imran Khan in two vandalism cases during a protest march in 2022
The 71-year-old Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party founder has been in jail since August 2023. A Pakistani court on Monday acquitted jailed former prime minister... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaNo tax recovery within three months of notice, says CBIC
The letter was written after the board noted that many tax officers were abusing the exceptional case clause, initiating recovery proceedings before the expiry of the specified three-month period, even in routine cases, forcing the companies to move courts to seek stay on the recovery process. This attracted not only adverse comments from the judiciary but in some cases even penalty. Key Points
Economic TimesPakistan court acquits Imran Khan in two cases related to May 9 riots
Khan, who remains behind bars in the high-security Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi, and several others including some PTI leaders are facing various allegations in cases related to violence following his arrest on... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaSingapore seeing new COVID-19 wave, minister advises wearing of masks
Singapore: Singapore is seeing a new COVID-19 wave as the authorities recorded more than 25,900 cases from May 5 to 11 even as Health Minister Ong Ye Kung on Saturday advised the wearing of masks again. “We are at the beginning part of the wave where it is steadily rising,” said Ong. “So, I would […] Key Points
ThePrintWe need judicial system reforms to ensure swift disposal of cases
A huge pile-up of cases has kept the judiciary overloaded while much can be done to offer India relief by clearing the backlog. Here’s a guide. Key Points
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Defunct assets, robust economy — why cases under IBC are stretching ever longer & yielding less
Data from Insolvency & Bankruptcy Board of India shows time taken to come up with a resolution plan is 2.5 times what it was 4 yrs ago. Recoveries are only about 1/3 of claim amounts. Key Points
ThePrintBJP candidate pitted against Rahul Gandhi in Wayanad has 242 cases against him
BJP's state chief K Surendran, contesting against Rahul Gandhi in Wayanad, and Ernakulam candidate K S Radhakrishnan face 242 and 211 criminal cases, respectively, primarily stemming from Sabarimala protests. Surendran disclosed his cases in the party's publication, as required by law. BJP's national general secretary tweeted details of their cases, emphasizing the challenges faced by nationalists. Key Points
Economic TimesCBI, banks differ over fair hearing to ‘old’ cases of ‘fraud’
CBI is reportedly insisting on what could be a retrospective application of last years SC ruling that a borrower must be given a hearing before the account is classified as ‘fraud and a “reasoned order” must follow if such an action is taken. But bankers are unwilling to go back to these past matters. Key Points
Economic TimesSexually transmitted infections surge in Europe, latest data shows
Syphilis cases rose by 34% from the previous year, to more than 35,000, chlamydia cases by 16% to more than 216,000. Gonorrhoea cases jumped by 48% to more... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaCovid cases spike in North India; symptoms to preventive tips
Covid cases have been on rise for the last few weeks in Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan and Bihar. All you want to know about the symptoms and preventive tips. | Health Key Points
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Outrage followed Gurugram domestic worker torture. Chargesheet, courts & then poof, nothing
Gurugram saw two harrowing cases of minor girls tortured by employers within a year. The outrage has faded and so has their quest for ‘justice’. Key Points
ThePrintCourt confirms Imran’s interim bail in 4 cases
A Pakistani court has confirmed the interim bail of jailed former PM Imran Khan in four cases related to the May 9 violence and others, according to a... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaLosing control: Promoters clear nearly Rs 10 lakh crore 'default'
India Business News: Promoters settle 27,514 cases before admission in NCLT due to fear of losing control. Debtors resolve distress early. Lenders, financial creditors, an Key Points
Times Of India701 sedition, 5023 UAPA cases registered in 2018-22: Govt to LS
The minister said during this period, 788 people were arrested and charge sheet was filed against 500 in sedition and offences against state cases. A total of 131 people were acquitted too. He said under the UAPA, 8,947 people were arrested and 6,503 people named in charge sheets. A total of 550 people were acquitted too. Key Points
Economic Times4 yrs since Delhi riots — 'shoddy probe, erroneous charge sheets', 183 acquittals & 75 discharges
Lawyers who represented accused say arrests were made hastily and focus was on 'proving a narrative'. Senior cop says probe in all riots cases meticulous, scientific methods used. Key Points
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India logs 1,513 cases of Covid sub-variant JN.1, according to INSACOG data
Maharashtra and Karnataka have the highest number of COVID-19 sub-variant JN.1 cases in India, according to INSACOG. Other states with significant cases of the variant include Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Gujarat, West Bengal, Goa, Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, Telangana, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Odisha, Uttarakhand, Manipur, and Nagaland. The Centre has advised states to maintain vigilance and comply with surveillance guidelines. Key Points
Economic TimesIndia logs 1,378 cases of Covid sub-variant JN.1, highest from Maharashtra
The Centre has asked the states and Union territories to maintain a constant vigil amid an uptick in the number of Covid cases and the detection of the JN.1 sub-variant in the country. Key Points
FirstpostCovid-19: India reports 441 fresh JN.1 cases; active caseload declines to 3,238
India has witnessed three waves of COVID-19 in the past with the peak incidence of daily cases and deaths reported during the Delta wave during April-June 2021. At its peak, 4,14,188 cases and 3,915 deaths were reported on May 7, 2021. Key Points
FirstpostIndia records 514 fresh Covid cases in a day
India has reported 514 new cases of COVID-19, according to the health ministry. The country's active cases of the infection have decreased to 3,422. The data, updated at 8 am, also revealed three deaths in the past 24 hours - two in Maharashtra and one in Karnataka. Previously, the number of daily cases had dropped to double-digits until December 5, 2023. Key Points
Economic TimesIndia logs 475 new Covid cases, six deaths
The number of daily cases had dropped to double-digits till December 5, 2023 but cases began to increase after emergence of a new variant and cold weather conditions. After December 5, 841 new cases were reported on December 31, 2023 which was 0.2 per cent of the peak cases reported in May 2021, official sources said. Key Points
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No more 'Tareekh Pe Tareekh' for MPs and MLAs in Special Court
Following the court's direction, hearing of IRCTC and land-for-jobs cases against Lalu Prasad, his wife Rabri Devi and their son and Bihar's deputy CM Tejashwi Yadav is set to be expedited. They, along with others, have been booked by CBI and ED on charges of corruption and money laundering. Key Points
Economic TimesIndia records 4,049 active Covid cases
India has reported 756 new Covid cases and 4,049 active cases, with five deaths reported in 24 hours. The number of daily cases dropped to double-digits until December 5, 2023, but increased again after the emergence of a new variant and cold weather conditions. A maximum increase in single-day cases was reported on December 31, 2023. Key Points
Economic TimesCovid-19 cases peak in Singapore as clinics brace for surge: Report
Clinics in Singapore are preparing for another surge of Covid-19 cases as the virus has peaked in the country, according to doctors. Healthway Medical and OneCare Medical have seen an increase in patients with respiratory infections, but a slight drop from the peak around Christmas. Key Points
mintThree viruses behind Covid-like symptoms, testing key: Doctors
India, which is also seeing a slight uptick in Covid cases, recorded 761 new cases on Friday and 12 deaths due to the viral disease. The number of active Covid-19 cases in the country came down marginally to 4,334 from 4,423 on Thursday. The JN.1 subvariant has become the dominant Covid-19 variant in India, accounting for more than 60% of the coronavirus cases in the country, according to people with knowledge of the matter. Key Points
Economic TimesIndia's Covid-19 sub-variant JN.1 tally rises to 619, highest cases from Karnataka & Kerala
The Centre has already asked states and Union territories to maintain a constant vigil amid an uptick in the number of Covid cases and the detection of the JN.1 sub-variant in the country. Key Points
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Covid-19: Kerala alone accounts for 146 out of 312 JN.1 detected in India so far
The INSACOG's data showed 279 Covid cases recorded in the country in December had the presence of JN.1, while 33 such cases were detected in November. Key Points
FirstpostActive Covid cases in India rise to 4,394
India has reported 636 new COVID-19 cases and 4,393 active cases, with three new fatalities reported in 24 hours. The pandemic began in early 2020 and has affected over 4.5 crore people and 5.3 lakh deaths in four years. The number of people recovering is over 4.4 crore, with a national recovery rate of 98.81%. 220.67 crore Covid vaccine doses have been administered in India. Key Points
Economic Times196 cases of JN.1 Covid variant recorded in 10 Indian states & UTs
Odisha joins states that have detected presence of variant, shows Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomics Consortium data. WHO has classified it as 'variant of interest' but said it poses 'low' risk. Key Points
ThePrintMaharashtra logs 131 fresh COVID-19 cases
Maharashtra has reported 131 new COVID-19 cases after testing 12,405 samples at a 1.05 percent positivity rate. The state has logged 172 infections and 81,72,836 positive samples. With 51 patients discharged, the overall number of recoveries in the state is 80,23,576 at a recovery rate of 98.17 percent. Key Points
Economic TimesJN.1 scare: India records 841 Covid-19 cases, highest in 7 months
The new cases have pushed the active caseload to 4,309, the data updated at 8 am stated. The country also reported three new deaths due to the virus, with one fatality each in Kerala, Karnataka, and Bihar. Key Points
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Covid cases in India Live Updates: Omicron sub-variant JN.1 cases surge ahead of New Year, 7 deaths reported
Covid cases India Live Updates: India sees a surge in COVID-19 sub-variant JN.1 cases ahead of New Year celebrations with reports of 145 cases of COVID-19 subvariant JN.1 till December 28. Key Points
MintKarnataka logs 201 fresh Covid-19 cases, 1 new death on Saturday
According to the bulletin, in the past 24 hours, 60 patients have been discharged, a total of 7,060 tests have been taken, including 5,549 RTPCR and 1,511 Rapid Antigen tests. The Positivity Rate stands at 2.84 per cent while case fatality rate stands at 0.49 per cent. Key Points
Economic TimesCovid variant JN.1 spreading, but no rise in hospitalisations seen yet
India is experiencing a gradual increase in Coronavirus subvariant JN.1, with 162 confirmed cases so far, despite 798 new cases reported. The Indian SARS-CoV-2 Consortium on Genomics (Insacog) held a meeting to review the situation amid the spike in Covid-19 cases and decided to hold another meeting next week to understand the proportion of JN.1 and other sub-variants. Key Points
Economic TimesIndia logs 692 fresh cases of Covid-19, six deaths in last 24 hours
A total of 109 cases of the JN.1 sub-variant have been detected in India until Wednesday, as per Health Ministry sources. Key Points
ThePrintResurgence of Covid in India: Delhi reports first case of COVID-19 sub-variant JN.1
According to the health ministry update, India reported 529 fresh COVID-19 cases in a single day, while the country's active infection count stood at 4,093 on December 27. Moreover, three new fatalities, two from Karnataka and one from Gujarat, were reported in a span of 24 hours, according to the ministry's data updated at 8 am. Meanwhile, Delhi reported the first case of COVID-19 sub-variant JN.1 on Wednesday. Key Points
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Delhi reports first case of Covid sub-variant JN.1
Out of the three samples sent for genome sequencing, one has been identified as that of JN.1, officials told news PTI. Key Points
Business TodayMaharashtra covid update: 1 death reported from Pune, 19 new cases in Mumbai
Maharashtra covid update: Maharashtra reported a rise in COVID-19 cases with 87 new infections and two deaths on Wednesday. Mumbai contributed 19 cases, while Pune city and Sangli district each reported a fatality. The state recorded 37 cases the previous day, but the number surged to 267 between December 21 and 27, including 10 cases of the new JN.1 variant of the Omicron variant. In response, the Maharashtra government established a new Covid task force led by Dr. Raman Gangakhedkar, former head of epidemiology at the Indian Council of Medical Research. Key Points
Economic Timescases of Covid sub-variant JN.1 rises to 109 in India
Thirty-six cases were detected from Gujarat, 34 from Karnataka, 14 from Goa, nine from Maharashtra, six from Kerala, four each from Rajasthan and Tamil Nadu, and two from Telangana, they said. Most of the patients are currently in home isolation, they added. Key Points
Economic TimesPrivate hospitals in no hurry to procure covid vaccines
Private hospitals are currently hesitant to acquire Covid-19 vaccines and are waiting for clarity from the government. Despite a surge in Covid-19 cases raising concerns, senior executives from major private hospitals have indicated that they currently have no vaccine stocks and do not have immediate plans to procure them. Their decision is influenced by the perception that the rise in cases is linked to a mild variant of the virus. Key Points
Economic TimesKarnataka logs 125 fresh Covid-19 cases, three new deaths
In the last 24 hours, Karnataka recorded 125 new cases of Covid-19 and three deaths related to the virus. The total number of active cases in the state now stands at 436. In the same period, 30 patients were discharged, and a total of 3,155 tests were conducted, including 2,072 RT-PCR and 1,083 Rapid Antigen tests. The positivity rate is reported at 3.96%, and the case fatality rate is at 2.4%. Key Points
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34 Covid cases of JN.1 variant confirmed in Karnataka
Till Sunday, a total of 63 cases of the JN.1 variant had been reported in the country. Of these, 34 cases were from Goa, 9 from Maharashtra, 8 from Karnataka, 6 from Kerala, 4 from Tamil Nadu and 2 from Telangana. Key Points
Business Today63 cases of COVID-19 sub-variant JN.1 detected in India: Sources
Health Secretary Sudhansh Pant urged states to implement public health measures amid the upcoming festive season. India recorded 628 new cases, with 4,054 active cases. The JN.1 sub-variant emerged in Luxembourg and is a descendant of the SARS COV2 BA.2.86 lineage. Key Points
Economic TimesSurge in COVID cases prompts increased testing; samples sent for genome sequence
Kerala has reported the highest number of COVID cases with JN.1 - a new variant emerging. | Health Key Points
Hindustan TimesMaharashtra reports 50 new Covid cases; nine of them JN.1 infections
Of the fresh Covid cases in Maharashtra, nine were caused by JN.1, increasing the number of infections tied to the new sub-variant in the state to 10. Key Points
India TodayMaharashtra reports 50 new COVID-19 cases; nine of them JN.1 infections
Maharashtra reported 50 new COVID-19 cases on Sunday, bringing the total infections in the state to 81,72,135 since the onset of the pandemic. Nine of the new cases were caused by the JN.1 sub-variant, with a total of 10 cases linked to this variant in the state. All JN.1 patients have recovered. Key Points
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COVID-19: India records biggest single-day jump in cases in 7 months
On Saturday, according to the latest update from the Union Health Ministry, India witnessed a surge of 752 new coronavirus infections in a single day, marking the highest since May 21, 2023. The total number of active cases has now risen to 3,420. The death toll stands at 5,33,332, with four new fatalities reported in the past 24 hours. Among these, two deaths occurred in Kerala, while Rajasthan and Karnataka each recorded one death. Key Points
Economic TimesCOVID-19: India sees 22 cases of JN.1 variant as states brace for fresh outbreak
India records 22 cases of COVID-19 JN.1 variant, deemed a 'Variant of Concern' by WHO. Key Points
mintSteady rise in number of Covid-19 cases: Government not considering travel curbs, mask mandates for now
While public health experts say that Covid-19 cases will increase in winters, they, however, stressed that there is no need to get another vaccine shot as the potential to cause severe illness from the latest variant of coronavirus is less than the previous variants. Our best information is that the current Coronavirus vaccines, even those based on the ancestral strain such as those administered in India, should continue to work on JN.1. The disease severity associated with the sub variant JN.1 is expected to be comparable to the other circulating variants, not worse, said Gautam Menon, professor of physics and biology at Ashoka University. Key Points
Economic TimesFaster Covid JN.1 variant can catch you but can't harm you more
India reported 594 new Covid-19 infections on Thursday, causing an increase in active cases from 2,311 to 2,669, as per Union health ministry data. Six more fatalities were recorded. While precautions like mask-wearing and hand hygiene are crucial, experts suggest the new JN.1 variant may be more infectious without increased danger. But they emphasize the importance of safety protocols for all, particularly the elderly and those with underlying health conditions. Key Points
Economic TimesNew covid variant JN.1: India logs 21 cases; Know mask guidelines, other details | 10 updates
A 41-year-old has tested positive for new Covid-19 sub-variant JN.1 in Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra.The Karnataka government has issued an advisory asking people above 60 years to wear masks Key Points
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Centre holds Covid meet; no cause for alarm, say experts
The government has called for increased testing and surveillance to track new variants, including the JN.1 sublineage of the BA.2.86 variant. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesAt 614, single-day Covid case count is at a 7-month high
The Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomics Consortium (Insacog), the network of laboratories set up to monitor genomic variations of the coronavirus, has so far found 21 cases of infection with the JN.1 subvariant, which the World Health Organization (WHO) has declared as a variant of interest . Key Points
Economic TimesExperts allay fears on JN.1 Covid variant in India
Official sources state that one case each in Kerala and Maharashtra and nineteen cases in Goa have been linked to JN.1. 16 COVID-19-related deaths in the last two weeks have been reported, and the victims had significant co-morbidities Key Points
FirstpostJN.1 Covid sub-variant: 21 cases found in three states across India
According to official sources, 19 cases of COVID-19 sub-variant JN.1 have been traced in Goa and one each in Kerala and Maharashtra. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesCovid-19 update: 21 cases of Omicron sub-variant JN.1 found in THESE 3 states
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has classified JN.1 as a separate "variant of interest", but said that it poses a "low" global public health risk. Key Points
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21 cases of JN.1 Covid variant found in 3 states, says NITI Aayog member VK Paul
Union Health Secretary says even though cases of Covid-19 infection are on the rise, 92.8% of those who tested positive opted for home isolation, indicating mild illness. Key Points
ThePrintWHO classifies JN.1 as 'variant of interest' as Covid cases surge
JN.1 is driving new COVID cases in some countries like Singapore. Last week, Singapore recorded a sharp jump in Covid cases to 56,043 in the first week of December 2023. Key Points
Business TodayCovid deaths surge in Europe. Here is how JN.1 strain sweeps world
A massive rise in Covid-19 cases has been registered in the UK in the seven days up to December 6. A whopping 5,227 cases were recorded in seven days. It was an increase of 26.5% on the previous seven days. Key Points
Economic TimesSingapore issues advisory for travellers as covid cases jump to 56,000 in a week, hospitalisations rise
The Singapore Health Ministry has issued a new advisory to citizens and travelers in light of the rising number of COVID-19 infections in the island nation. According to the ministry, there were an estimated 56,043 cases of COVID-19 reported during the week of December 3 to December 9, 2023, a significant increase from the previous week's 32,035 cases. The ministry also noted a rise in the average daily hospitalizations Key Points
Economic TimesChina detects 7 COVID JN.1 subvariant infections; here’s all we know so far
On December 13, the COVID subvariant JN.1 was detected for the first time in Kerala which triggered concerns over the rising number of cases in the southern state. Key Points
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Singapore issues advisory as Covid cases, hospitalisations rise ahead of year-end
Singapore is experiencing a surge in COVID-19 infections, with 32,035 cases reported from November 26 to December 2, 2023, compared to 22,094 the previous week. Hospitalizations and ICU cases have risen, although not as high as the pandemic's peak. Key Points
Economic TimesBengaluru tops in acid attacks against women in 2022: NCRB data
Bengaluru recorded the highest number of acid attacks against women in 2022 among 19 metropolitan cities, with six cases reported, as per the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB). Delhi followed with seven cases, while Ahmedabad registered five. Bengaluru and Delhi also reported attempted attacks, with seven and three cases respectively. Notable incidents include a stalking-related assault on a graduate and an acid attack after a marriage proposal rejection. Key Points
Economic TimesGovt mulls substantially expanding NCLAT strength to speed up insolvency, M&A appeals
The Indian government is considering an important proposal to increase the number of members in the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) from 12 to 20, including the chairman. This move aims to speed up the resolution of appeals against adjudicating authorities in various cases, including insolvency, mergers and acquisitions, and antitrust matters. The expansion of the NCLAT is seen as crucial in light of the country's rapidly growing economy, which underscores the need for a more robust dispute resolution system. Key Points
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