The Supreme Court has issued a verdict permitting the euthanasia of rabid and dangerous stray dogs in specific legal cases, prioritising public safety amid rising rabies deaths. Simultaneously, fuel prices have surged for the second time in one week, with petrol and diesel increasing by ninety paise per litre. This hike, totalling nearly four rupees in five days, is attributed to the West Asia conflict and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. In Bhopal, the investigation into Twisha’s death has intensified as her family petitions for a second postmortem, alleging premeditated murder involving dowry demands. Furthermore, the NEET UG paper leak scandal continues to impact twenty-three lakh students. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan chaired a high-level review meeting to address security protocols for the upcoming re-examination while a CBI probe remains active. India Today has accessed the leaked question paper, highlighting gaps in the examination process that have sparked a nationwide investigation into the integrity of the testing system.
In an exclusive interview with India Today, former Union Minister Maneka Gandhi lashed out at the Supreme Court over its order allowing euthanasia for rabid, incurably ill or demonstrably dangerous stray dogs.
Russian President Vladimir Putin will attend BRICS Summit scheduled to be held on September 12 and 13 in New Delhi, a close aide of the leader has confirmed.
In a big development in the Twisha Sharma death case, authorities have intensified their search operations and issued a lookout circular for the absconding husband of the deceased.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay is likely to expand his cabinet later this week. The list of ministers is currently being finalised and is yet to reach the Governor for approval. Once the Governor gives the nod, the new ministers will be sworn in.
