The Delhi High Court quashed the FIR against a private hospital and a doctor in a medical negligence case, holding that the surgical mop left during a C-section was unintentional and bereft of the necessary mens rea to face criminal trial.
The Calcutta High Court permitted an elderly couple to undergo IVF, disregarding typical age limits for assisted reproductive technology. The couple, married for 30 years and seeking parenthood, argued their financial stability and readiness made them suitable candidates. This ruling sets a notable precedent for older individuals seeking IVF in India.
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Today, On 9th September, The Indian Medical Association (IMA) in West Bengal stands firm in their support for the ongoing doctors’ strike, despite the Supreme Court’s order to return to duty. The protests are in response to the rape and murder of a postgraduate doctor in Kolkata. The IMA criticizes the court’s decision and emphasizes the need for justice and the fight against healthcare corruption.