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Union Minister Annapurna Devi launched the “Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat Campaign” on November 27 to eliminate child marriages in India. The initiative focuses on empowering girls, enforcing legal reforms to set 18 as the minimum marriage age, and targeting high-burden states. The aim is to cut child marriage prevalence below 5% by 2029.
Yesterday, On 25th October, the Supreme Court issued a contempt notice to Andhra Pradesh’s Chief Secretary for alleged violations regarding the Kolleru Lake wetlands protection. The court highlighted non-compliance with a 2006 order mandating the restoration of the sanctuary, including demolishing illegal fish tanks. The Chief Secretary must explain the disregard for these directives.
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Tollywood star Allu Arjun filed a petition in the Andhra Pradesh High Court to dismiss a case stemming from a May 2024 election rally supporting former MLA Shilpa Ravichandra. Accused of violating election conduct by gathering a crowd without permission, Arjun seeks legal protection from arrest. The court will hear the case soon.
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Today, On 4th October, the Supreme Court of India ordered an independent Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate claims of animal fat used in Tirupati laddus. The SIT will include officers from various agencies. This decision is deemed essential to uphold the faith of millions of devotees amid ongoing political controversy surrounding the issue.
Today, On 29th September, Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud visited the Lord Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple in Tirumala on September 29 to offer prayers, continuing a tradition among public figures. He prayed in the sanctum sanctorum and received Vedic blessings, amid controversy regarding previous claims about the temple’s prasadam ingredients.
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A Supreme Court petition demands a Special Investigation Team to probe allegations of animal fat in Tirupati Laddu prasadam, igniting nationwide outrage among devotees. The Hindu Seva Samiti claims this contamination offends religious sentiments, prompting calls for accountability and quality control at the temple, while the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam assures restoration of sanctity.
Today(on 16th July),The Supreme Court has directed Tamil Nadu, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Andhra Pradesh to respond within six weeks to a plea seeking investigation into illegal sand mining, with possible lease terminations for violators. Failure to comply may result in a Rs 20,000 fine per state, reinforcing urgency in addressing environmental concerns.
The Supreme Court today summoned chief and finance secretaries of 16 states for failing to implement pension and retirement benefit recommendations for judicial officers. The court emphasized the necessity of their personal presence to facilitate the submission of affidavits and warned of potential contempt proceedings for non-compliance. August 23 is set for a hearing on this matter, with no further extensions granted.
The NEET UG 2024 controversy continues as petitions challenge the exam’s fairness, prompting a high-level committee to form. Allegations of paper leaks and irregularities in results have led to widespread outcry and political criticism. The National Testing Agency denies a leak but forms a panel to review the situation. The future of the exam remains uncertain.
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