The Centre assured the Supreme Court that cadets discharged due to training disabilities will now get ECHS medical benefits without subscription fees. The court also called for better insurance and higher ex gratia payments.
NEW DELHI: 5th May: On Monday, the Supreme Court of India dismissed a public interest litigation (PIL) that asked the Union Home Ministry and all State governments to take strong safety measures for tourists visiting hill stations and remote areas.
The Supreme Court of India directed State governments to tackle high medical charges in private hospitals, avoiding strict intervention to prevent hindering healthcare growth. The Court stressed the need for balanced policies to protect patients from exploitation.
Madras: In an unexpected move, two judges of the Madras High Court made a surprise visit to Puzhal Central Prison, located on the outskirts of Chennai, on Wednesday. Justices MS Ramesh and N Senthil Kumar spent nearly three hours inside the prison, carefully inspecting the facilities, speaking to inmates, and assessing the overall living conditions.
The Delhi Government Health Centre, inaugurated by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud at the Supreme Court premises, offers comprehensive medical services and emphasizes the importance of health in the judiciary. This initiative reflects a commitment to enhancing well-being for all associated with the legal system and sets a precedent for similar initiatives in other judicial institutions.
Karnataka High Court, today led by Chief Justice NV Anjaria and Justice KV Aravind, treated a letter to the editor as a PIL along with news items on the dengue outbreak in Bengaluru. The bench instructed the state government and BBMP to provide information on preventive measures and medical facilities. The Karnataka government issued directives for managing dengue cases.
