Cough syrup deaths: TN-based pharma firm owner under 10-day remand
BHOPAL: Ranganathan Govindan, the owner of Tamil Nadu-based pharmaceutical unit that manufactured contaminated Coldrif cough syrup linked to the death of 23 children in Madhya Pradesh, was reportedly remanded on Friday. Arrested from Chennai on Wednesday-Thursday night , Ranganathan was brought on transit remand from Chennai by the special investigation team (SIT) of MPs Chhindwara district police to Nagpur by flight on Friday morning. He was subsequently taken in heavy police custody from Nagpur to Parasia police station in MPs Chhindwara district, where he was kept for some hours, before being taken for production before the court of judicial magistrate first class (JMFC) Shailendra Uike, under heavy police presence. Amid shouts of Faansi Do, Faansi Do (hang him to death), as Ranganathan was taken out of the police vehicle, some angry persons reportedly tried to attack him, but the alert police foiled their bid. The sudden incident led to Ranganathans spectacle falling on the ground. He was subsequently produced before the court, which remanded him into ten days custody of the 12-member strong SIT of Chhindwara police, which is probing the case. In a related development, the head of Parasia Advocates body Shyam Kumar Sahu said that the entire advocate fraternity of Parasia block has resolved not to defend Ranganathan in the court and neither allow any advocate from outside to contest his case. Ranganathans Wednesday-Thursday night arrest from Chennai is the second arrest within six days in the case registered at the Parasia police station on the complaint of local block medical officer (BMO) on October 4. Earlier on October 4 night, government doctor Dr Pravin Soni, who had prescribed the Coldrif cough syrup at his private clinic, to most of the kids who died later, was arrested by the SITa development which has enraged the doctor fraternity across the country. Then the Chhindwara district police in MP had lodged an FIR against the cough syrup manufacturer company, Chhindwara-based government doctor Dr Pravin Soni and others u/s BNS Sections 105 and 276 (culpable homicide not amounting to murder and adulteration of drugs), besides Section 27A of Drugs and Cosmetics Act 1940, which deals with manufacturing, stocking, selling and offering for sale spurious and adulterated medicines. The sections under which the FIR was lodged at the Parasia police station on the complaint of a health department official, carry a punishment ranging between ten years in jail and life imprisonment. Meanwhile, according to the official bulletin released by the Chhindwara chief medical and health officer (CMHO) office on Friday, so far 20 kids from Chhindwara district have died at hospitals in Nagpur, Chhindwara and other places. As many as six kids remain critical, out of which two are admitted at hospitals in Nagpur (Maharashtra). With 20 kids from Chhindwara, two from Betul and one from Pandhurna districts having died due to acute kidney failure induced by Coldrif cough syrup poisoning since September 2, the total toll stands at 23 currently. Cough syrup deaths: SC rejects PIL seeking CBI probe, nationwide drug safety review
Purity of voters' list foundation of Indian democracy: Amit Shah on Bihar SIR
NEW DELHI: In the government's first reaction to the controversy surrounding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in poll-bound Bihar, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said that the ECI is duty-bound to conduct such an exercise as the purity of voters list is the foundation of the democracy of India. Addressing an event organised here by a media house, the Home Minister said, the inclusion of infiltrators in the voters list pollutes the spirit of the Constitution and asserted that voting rights should only be available to the citizens of the country, as per the Constitutional scheme. Shah asserted that the government at the Centre led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi always followed the 3-D policy while dealing with infiltrators: detect, delete and deport. He also asked that all well-meaning citizens of the country should not look at infiltration and the SIR from the political prism, while asserting that these are issues directly connected with national security. Remarking that the Congress has gone into a denial mode on the issue of the SIR, Shah said that the exercise took place even during the period in which it was in power. The opposition is blocking the exercise because their vote banks are getting affected It is the EC's constitutional responsibility to clean the voters list. You can go to court if you have any issues, he said. Bihar SIR raises more questions than answers: Congress Free and fair elections cannot take place unless the voter list contains only true voters--one who is an Indian citizen and above the age of 18 years--he said, adding that non-citizens cannot be allowed to choose the countrys leadership. Underlining the difference between an infiltrator and a refugee, Shah said the latter comes to India to save his/her religion, while an infiltrator crosses over the border illegally, not because of religious persecution but because of economic and other reasons. Who are infiltrators? Those who have not faced religious persecution and want to come to India illegally for economic or other reasons are infiltrators. If anyone in the world who wants to come here is allowed to do so, our country will become a dharamshala, Shah said. Criticising the events that led to the partition of the country in 1947, the Home Minister said, Dividing the country on the basis of religion was a grave mistake, as this cut the arms of Bharat Mata and helped the British conspiracy succeed. Citing successive census data since Independence, Shah claimed that Muslim population growth in India is linked to illegal immigration in certain regions and reaffirmed his partys commitment to detect, delete and deport such infiltrators.
Spurious liquor racket has exposed TDPs double standards, says Perni Nani
The TDP leaders are trying to downplay the cases instead of pursuing them thoroughly, alleges the YSRCP leader
Ministers should check spurious liquor menace, says Andhra Pradesh IT Minister Lokesh
In the wake of the recent expose by the Excise Department in Annamayya district, he expresses concern over the damage being caused by such illegal activities to the party politically
Gold falls Rs 600 to Rs 1,25,400 per 10 g; silver skyrockets Rs 8,500 to hit record Rs 1.71 lakh/kg
New Delhi, Oct 10 (PTI) Silver prices saw the steepest single-day surge in the recent past and skyrocketed Rs 8,500 to hit a new record of Rs 1,71,500 per kilogram in the national capital on Friday, buoyed by persistent safe-haven inflows and severe supply constraints in global markets. According to the All India Sarafa Association, the white metal closed at Rs 1,63,000 per kilogram on Thursday. Silver prices soared by Rs 17,500 per kg in the past three consecutive sessions. Meanwhile, gold prices retreated from their record highs. The yellow metal of 99.9 per cent and 99.5 per cent purity
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Bellamkonda Sai Sreenivas and Anupama Parameswaran's horror thriller, Kishkindhapuri, is now available for binge-watching on ZEE5 after its theatrical release. The film follows a ghost tour company that encounters a real spirit at a haunted radio station, leading to a deadly series of events and a race against time to uncover a vengeful ghost's tragic past.
Alum benefits for skin, health, and home: Natural uses of fitkari in daily life
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Andhra spurious liquor racket: YSRCP MP Midhun Reddy urges CBI probe
The poorest sections of society are the worst affected, as they are deceived by counterfeit bottles branded as reputed labels, says Midhun Reddy
'Let SIR happen first, then NRC will happen': WB BJP leader Rahul Sinha hits back at Mamata Banerjee
BJP leader Rahul Sinha criticized West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee for opposing the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) and NRC, alleging her party wins by sheltering Bangladeshi infiltrators. Sinha asserted that SIR aims to purify voter lists, not remove genuine voters, and that NRC will be implemented despite Banerjee's opposition.
State team for 18th Sub Junior National Roll Ball C'ship announced
The Manipur Roll Ball Association MRBA has announced the State team for the 18th Sub Junior National Roll Ball Championship to be hosted from October 25 to 28 at Boston Public School, Paschimpuri Road, Sikandra, Agra in Uttar Pradesh The names of the players who will be representing Manipur at the championship are as follows Boys Khumanthem Sinthangamba, Ningombam Nivash, Moirangthem Ayushman, Laishram Rajdev Christopher, Laishram Teamgel, Maibam Paramjit, Laishram Nigel, Elangbam Lamnganba, Yumnam Jaideep, Thokchom Yaiphaba, Konjengbam Thoihenba and Akoijam David Reserve Y Puruv Girls Wairokpam Niyai, Wairokpam Peenika, Tourangbam Pandambi, Seram Lanleima, Mutum Hiyaikhombi, Mutum Lainingthoi and Seram Renica K Sarat Sharma and Dr L Kumar were also named as the boys team coach and manager while L Open and Yumnam Subadani were named as girls' team coach and manager respectively The team will leave Imphal on October 24 Source The Sangai Express
Men held for dealing in spurious paneer walk free after 15 years
Excise Minister Warns Media Of Legal Action Against Propaganda On Spurious Liquor
Ravindra said an inquiry will be ordered to establish facts. Similar investigations will cover cases of spurious liquor recorded during the 20192024 period
Liquor Case-Accused Andhra MP Seeks Probe Into 'Fake Alcohol Racket'
YSR Congress Party MP PV Midhun Reddy has writtento Union Home minister Amit Shah, demanding a Central Bureau of Investigation probe into the spurious Indian Made Foreign Liquor racket in Andhra Pradesh.
Fraud case filed against Prasannanandapuri Swamiji
The government is taking stringent measures to curb production and supply of spurious liquor, he says, adding that all spurious liquor cases during 20192024 will be investigated and those responsible prosecuted as per law
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Jan Suraaj announces 51 candidates for Bihar polls, Prashant Kishors contest still unclear
PATNA: Jan Suraaj Party on Thursday released its first list of 51 candidates for the Bihar assembly elections, but did not confirm whether its founder Prashant Kishor will be contesting the polls. Addressing a press conference here, party national president Udai Singh said Kishor is likely to hit the campaign trail on October 11 from Raghopur, the constituency of RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav. We will soon release a list of candidates for other seats. If you find Kishor Ji's name on the list, then he will be contesting. It's quite clear. Kishor Ji will launch the party's election campaign from Raghopur on October 11, Singh said. Among the prominent candidates named by the party are popular Bhojpuri singer Ritesh Ranjan Pandey, who will contest from Kargahar assembly seat, and Pritti Kinnar from the third gender community, who will contest from Bhorey seat in Gopalganj.
Jan Suraaj releases first list of 51 candidates for Bihar polls
The Suraaj Party has unveiled its initial slate of 51 candidates for the upcoming Bihar assembly elections. While founder Prashant Kishor's own electoral participation remains unconfirmed, the party announced he will kick off the campaign on October 11 from Raghopur. Notable nominees include Bhojpuri singer Ritesh Ranjan Pandey and Pritti Kinnar, representing the third gender community.
Bhojpuri actor Pawan Singh and his wife Jyoti Singh held separate press conferences, with Jyoti accusing him of forced abortions and emotional trauma. Pawan Singh denied the allegations, suggesting her claims are politically motivated amid his upcoming role in the Bihar Assembly elections.
Jyoti Singh recalls Pawan Singh giving her abortion pills: He tortured me
Jyoti Singh alleged that Bhojpuri actor Pawan Singh gave her abortion pills and harassed her to an entent that she took 25 sleeping pills and was rushed to hospital. This comes a day after she was denied entry at his Lucknow residence
Owner of TN-based Sresan Pharma arrested in Chennai over cough syrup deaths
A Special Investigation Team (SIT) from Madhya Pradesh, with the assistance of Chennai City Police, arrested Ranganathan (75), the proprietor of Tamil Nadu-based Sresan Pharma, in connection with the manufacture of spurious cough syrup that has been linked to multiple child deaths across several states. Ranganathan was picked up from his residence in Kodambakkam by the SIT, accompanied by personnel from the Ashok Nagar police station under whose jurisdiction the area falls. He was subsequently taken to the Sunguvarchatram police station in Kancheepuram district for preliminary questioning. The arrest pertains to the production of Coldrif cough syrup, which was found to contain diethylene glycol (DEG), a toxic chemical compound that has been implicated in the deaths of children who consumed the syrup. The Madhya Pradesh police are investigating the case, and a transit warrant is being processed to facilitate the transfer of the accused to MP for further custodial interrogation. Soon after the arrest, the SIT along with local authorities carried out a detailed inspection of the manufacturing facility of Sresan Pharma, located in a rented 4,500 sq ft premises in Sunguvarchatram. The unit has since been sealed by officials of the Tamil Nadu Drugs Control Department, who found several violations of manufacturing protocols. According to official sources, the pharma unit allegedly failed to procure pharma-grade propylene glycol, a key ingredient in cough syrups, and instead sourced substandard material containing DEG as an impurity. Samples seized from the premises reportedly tested positive for the toxic substance. Sources indicated that following completion of legal formalities, the SIT from Madhya Pradesh is expected to take custody of Ranganathan to continue the investigation. Centre slams TNFDA for delaying Sresan Pharma licence cancellation after Coldrif cough syrup kills 20 children
October Prime Day is almost over, yet there's still a slew of discounts across the entirety of Amazons online storefront. As expected, Amazons site is pretty overwhelming at the moment and will be for the next few hours. Even if you came prepared with a wishlist of items you hope to buy on sale, it can be easy to get distracted by the thousands of other deals available during this members-only event. If any of the items on your list happen to be tech or tech related, Engadget has you covered. Weve scoured Amazon to find the October Prime Day deals on tech and gadgets that you can get during the final hours of the sale. Prime Day deals: Engadget's top picks Lego Star Wars Advent Calendar 2025 75418 for $31 (30 percent off): 'Tis the season for advent calendars . They've flooded the internet, as they usually do this time of year, and there are plenty to choose from (and stock up on) before we get to December. 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CM Seeks Stern Action Against Spurious Liquor
Chairing a high-level meeting with ministers and top officials, he said no illicit liquor brewing centre or individual involved in such activities should be operating anywhere across AP.
Pawans wife Jyoti alleges he used to give me abortion pills
The marital dispute between Bhojpuri actor Pawan Singh and his wife Jyoti Singh has escalated into a public war of words, with both holding separate press conferences on October 8 to present their sides amid ongoing legal battles. Jyoti Singh made serious allegations against her husband, claiming she was repeatedly given abortion pills and subjected to emotional and physical distress. Responding to the allegations later that day, Pawan Singh held his own press conference to deny the accusations and share his version of events.
Odisha to restore Rabindranath Tagores residence in Puri
The seaside home narrowly escaped demolition by the Puri Municipality after a campaign to preserve it; the property will now be converted into a museum
The 59 best Amazon Prime Day deals under $50 from Anker, Ring, Lego, Roku and others
Welcome to day two of Amazon's October Prime Day sale . While it's a good opportunity to save on expensive stuff its an even better time to stock up on smaller electronics and accessories. For this list, we compared the many (many) sale pages with the stuff we recommend in our guides. For less than $50 each, we found deals on some of our favorite tech including batteries , iPhone paraphernalia , mice , earbuds , speakers , holiday gifts , smart home gear and a ton more. Some deals require you to be a Prime member, others don't but most of these will expire when the sale ends tonight. Here are the best Prime Day tech deals under $50. Best Prime Day deals under $50 PNY microSD Express (128GB) for $39 ($6 off) : If youve gotten yourself a Switch 2 (or planning to gift one for the Holidays) you may want to get a couple microSD Express cards. Theyre the only type that work with the new console, which you can read all about in our guide to Switch 2 storage . This is one of the cards we recommend. Lexar 256GB Play PRO microSD Ex for $50 ($10 off) : Heres another of our picks for a Switch 2-compatible storage card . The 512GB option is on sale too, but its more than $50. Audible subscription (three months) for $3 ($42 off) : From now through mid-December, you can get Amazons audiobook subscription for just a dollar a month for three months. Note that it will auto-renew at $15 per month after that, but you can cancel at any point. Moft Folding Sit-Stand Laptop Stand for $48 ($12 off with Prime) : I take this with me when I have to work someplace away from my standing desk. It holds a 16-inch MacBook Pro 10 inches off a desk, which is just enough for you to stand up and work. It also configures into four other positions for better ergonomics as you sit. Its one of our favorite MacBook accessories. UGREEN Nexode Pro 65W USB-C Flat Charger for $43 ($13 off with Prime) : One of our picks from our guide to fast chargers , this Ugreen fella has three ports (one of which is USB-A) and a 65-watt max power output. The folding prongs make it even more compact. Just note that its a bit wide and may block adjacent outlets in a crowded power strip. Anker USB C Charger (Nano II 65W) for $26 ($14 off) : Anker makes some of our favorite charging accessories. This one has three USB ports, two Type C and one Type A, plus a max speed of 65 watts. UGreen Revodok Pro 109 USB-C Hub for $37 ($18 off) : The top pick in our guide to the best USB-C hubs has a good array of ports, including an HDMI 2.0 connection that supports 4K monitors at 60Hz, plus three USB-A ports, Ethernet and one USB-C (plus another for delivering 90W of power to your device. Anker Nano Charger, USB-C 30W charger for $13 ($4 off with Prime) : Heres a tiny but mighty wall adapter that we like for iPhones (but it would work for an iPad too). It can pass on 30 watts of power to your device and looks nice doing it in five different pearlescent shades. Instant Pot Vortex 2-QT Mini for $38 ($22 off with Prime) : The budget model from our air fryer guide may not be large but its two-quart basket is enough to reheat leftovers for two or cook up a batch of frozen appetizers. And, because of its small size, it doesnt take up a ton of space on your countertops ideal for a small kitchen. Elgato Stream Deck Mini for $50 ($10 off with Prime) : We like Elgato gear for game streaming , but the handy shortcut deck can also be used for your nine to five. This six-button box can give you better control over PowerPoint presentations, video conferencing calls and spreadsheet wrangling. INIU MagSafe Qi2 power bank for $34 ($16 off with Prime) : This is the budget pick in our guide to the best MagSafe batteries . Not only can it refuel a dying iPhone (12 or newer) wirelessly, it comes with its own USB-C cable (that doubles as a handy carrying strap) so you can charge up other devices, too. Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max for $40 ($20 off) : Amazon's most powerful streaming dongle supports 4K HDR content, Dolby Vision and Atmos and Wi-Fi 6E with double the storage of cheaper Fire TV sticks. It earned an honorable mention in our guide to streaming devices and also happens to make a good retro gaming emulator . Lego Icons Dried Flower Centerpiece for $35 ($15 off with Prime) : Who doesnt love a good Lego set? Only people who dont like fun. This floral centerpiece looks good enough to stick on a dining table and itll never die. Lego Star Wars Advent Calendar 2025 for $31 (30 percent off): 'Tis the season for advent calendars . They've flooded the internet, as they usually do this time of year, and there are plenty to choose from (and stock up on) before we get to December. Lego has a bunch, and this Star Wars one will be fun for everyone, not just kids, to open up each day at the end of the year. > Check out more sets in our Prime Day guide to Lego deals. Anker USB-C to USB-C cable (10FT, 100W) for $9 ($3 off with Prime) : Having a bad cable is almost as bad as not having a cable at all. Were big fans of Ankers cords. This one is a generous 10 feet and can deliver up to 100W of power. While it can transfer data, it does so slowly, so dont grab this one for that purpose. This is $1 more than it sold for as a Prime-exclusive in July. Chipolo Pop Bluetooth tracker for $25 ($4 off) : If you lose stuff, stop it with a Bluetooth tracker like this. The Pop is our top pick in our guide . It works with either Apples Find My app or Googles Find Hub app, calling on iPhone or Android phone users respectively to anonymously ping your lost stuff so you can find it. Pebblebee Clip Universal for $25 ($10 off with Prime) : This is our runner up pick for a rechargeable Bluetooth tracker. Its ear-splittingly loud, has bright flashing LEDs and works with either Google or Apples finding networks. Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 for $20 ($10 off with Prime) : Our favorite Bluetooth tracker for Samsung users is one of the best-looking fobs we tried. Its got a wide finding network, drawing on nearby Samsung phones to ping your lost items (though not as large as Google or Apples networks). Blink Video Doorbell for $35 ($35 off) : True, Amazon just announced new Blink devices , but those wont hit the market until after Prime Day is over. If you want a video doorbell right now at an impressively low price, this should serve. Weve tested Blink security devices before and have been impressed by what you get for such a small price. Blink Video Doorbell & Blink Mini 2 for $40 ($70 off) : Heres a bundle that combines a Blink Doorbell and a Mini 2 security camera. But again, new Blink cameras are on their way, so only get this if you're ok with last years tech. Ring Battery Doorbell for $50 ($50 off) : At $49.99 this juuust qualifies as an under $50 tech deal. If you dont have doorbell wires at your front entrance, you can still have a camera to capture all the package deliveries and neighborhood animal sightings with the Ring Battery Doorbell. It records video in HD with more vertical coverage than the last model, so you can see people from head to toe. Just note that newer Ring devices are on the way. Blink Mini 2 security cameras (two-pack) for $35 ($35 off) : This is currently the top budget pick in our guide to the best security cameras . The Mini 2 is a great option for indoor monitoring or you can put it outside with a weatherproof adapter , but since it needs to be plugged in, we like it for keeping an eye on your pets while you're away and watching over entry ways from the inside. Blink Mini 2 security cameras (three-pack) for $50 ($50 off) : A three pack is also on sale and squeezes in just under the $50 mark. Or you can just get one camera for $20 . > Want to spend no more than $25? Check out our list of super cheap Prime Day tech. Anker 622 5K magnetic power bank with stand for $28 ($20 off with Prime) : This 0.5-inch thick power bank attaches magnetically to iPhones and won't get in your way when you're using your phone. It also has a built-in stand so you can watch videos, make FaceTime calls and more hands-free while your phone is powering up. J-Tech Digital Ergonomic Mouse for $17 ($7 off with Prime) : This is the budget pick in our ergonomic mouse guide thanks to its vertical format, programmable buttons and nifty RBC lights (which you can turn off). Razer Basilisk V3 gaming mouse for $30 ($40 off) : Some prefer a wired connection when playing games. Razers Basilisk V3 is our top budget pick for a wired mouse in our gaming mouse guide . Its comfortable, well-built, accurate and a good value particularly with a Prime Day discount. OtterBox Made for Kids Case for iPad (A16) for $49 ($21 off with Prime) : Where other cases failed, this one has managed to keep my third graders iPad alive and functioning. Itll fit the newest standard iPad or the 10th generation model that came before it. Ring Indoor Cam for $25 ($25 off) : While we thought the Blink Mini 2 was a better overall indoor camera in our guide , we do like the Ring app, which is ideal for beginners. Plus you get access to the Ring Neighbors app which is a fascinating glimpse into your neighborhoods Ring-captured events. Just note that a new Ring indoor model was just announced . Amazon Smart Plug for $13 ($12 off) : We named this the best smart plug for Alexa users because it hooks up painlessly and stays connected reliably. Use it to control lamps or your holiday lights using programs and schedules in the Alexa app, or just your voice by talking to your Echo Dot or other Alexa-enabled listener. Ultimate Ears MINIROLL Bluetooth speaker for $48 ($32 off with Prime) : Ultimate Ears speakers make a couple of appearances in our guide to the best Bluetooth speakers. The Miniroll is the smaller sibling of the UE Wonderboom. Youll sacrifice a little in the sound department, but it maintains a similarly durable waterproof and dustproof build. Anker Nano 3-in-1 Portable Charger for $32 ($13 off with Prime) : Its a wall charger! Its a portable battery! It has its own USB-C cable! In short, this handy power bank is clever and compact, which is why its one of our favorites . Anker Nano portable charger for $20 ($10 off with Prime) : It looks like an oldy timey lipstick case and can deliver a partial refill to any small device with a USB-C port. We named it a good pick after testing it for our battery guide. Twelve South AirFly SE for $28 ($12 off with Prime) : We recommend this in our fathers day gift guide and a couple of our travel guides. If you know youre travelling on a plane with screens in the backs of the seats, you may want Twelve Souths gadget. It lets you connect your wireless earbuds to the aux jack. Also a good pick for gym equipment. Levoit Mini Core-P air purifier for $40 ($10 off with Prime) : This is the mini version of the top pick in our guide to air purifiers . It has a three-stage filter (pre, activated carbon and particle filters) though that particle filter is not a true HEPA filter. But its rated at 250 square feet and can help clear the air in your office or other small room. 8Bitdo Ultimate Bluetooth controller (Switch 2) for $43 ($27 off with Prime) : If youve got a Switch 2 and are looking for a good controller to go with it, we think this is a good one. Recommended in our guide to the best Switch 2 accessories , its got an Xbox style configuration with the left stick placed higher on the game pad, which some prefer. The lowest price we tracked before this is $50. Anker 555 USB-C Hub for $36 ($14 off with Prime) : To give your iPad (or even your laptop) more connection options, pick up this USB-C hub. Its the model we liked best for our guide to MacBook accessories and adds an HDMI port, an SD card reader, Ethernet jack and two USB-A ports. It also has one data USB-C port and a pass through power delivery USB-C port, along with a built-in USB-C cable. Echo Pop smart speaker for $25 ($15 off) : The half sphere Pop is the most affordable Echo speaker in Amazons lineup. The sound wont be as full as its larger siblings, but will do a fine job of bringing Alexas help to smaller rooms. Just note that it went as low as $18 for Black Friday and October Prime Day last year. Elden Ring (PS5) for $30 ($20 off) : If you somehow havent yet played the action-RPG Elden Ring, heres a chance to do so for less money. Its challenging yet accessible if you want plus its darkly funny and one of our favorite games . Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (PS5) for $35 ($15 off) : We gave this game a favorable review last year. But just note that youll get more out of it if youve played Final Fantasy 7 Remake . > For more video game deals, check out Engadget's Prime Day gaming roundup. Belkin Carrying Case for Nintendo Switch 2 for $25 ($5 off with Prime) : While this model doesnt have the battery pack like Belkins charging case that we reviewed , it will still offer more than enough protection for everyday bumps and tumbles just like its more expensive counterpart. Belkin Apple AirTag holder for $15 ($5 off with Prime) : The best thing about Apples AirTags are their ability to rope in most any nearby iPhone to anonymously hunt for lost trackers. The worst thing is probably the tiny, slippery disk shape that cant attach to anything without some help. This is the help we suggest in our iPhone accessories guide . Ultimate Ears Wonderboom Play speaker for $48 ($42 off with Prime) : This is a relative of the Wonderboom 4, one of our favorite Bluetooth speakers . It only has one driver and passive radiator, while the Wonderboom 4 has two of each. The battery life isnt quite as long here, either (10 hours compared to 14). But this one is currently half the price of its sibling. Samsung Fit Plus 256GB for $23 (30 percent off) : We named this thumbdrive one of the best SSDs you can buy. This configuration has 256GB of storage and read speeds of 400MB/s. It's also built to resist water, extreme temperatures, magnets and even radiation. Roku Streaming Stick HD for $18 ($12 off) : If you dont care about 4K (or your screen resolution isnt that high anyway) you can still get the same simple-to-use Roku OS with this device. The best thing about Roku streaming sticks is the access to all the free content so this is an affordable way to get it. Belkin 45W Dual USB C Charger Block for $29 ($11 off with Prime) : Members of my family fight over this handy wall charger. It has exactly what you need, two USB-C ports and speedy, 45W charging, perfect for juicing up a phone and tablet in tandem. Leebein 2025 electric spin scrubber for $38 ($32 off with Prime): This is an updated version of the electric scrubber we love that makes shower cleaning easier than ever before. It comes with seven brush heads so you can use it to clean all kinds of surfaces, and its adjustable arm length makes it easier to clean hard-to-reach spots. It's IPX7 waterproof and recharges via USB-C. Blink Outdoor 4 security camera for $35 ($45 off) : We named this the best choice for Alexa users in our guide to security cameras. It works seamlessly with Alexa devices like the Echo speakers and Show displays. Plus it can run for up to two years on a set of AA batteries and we found the motion detection to be spot on. Jisulife Life7 handheld fan for $23 ($6 off with Prime) : This handy little fan is a must-have if you live in a warm climate or have a tropical vacation planned anytime soon. It can be used as a table or handheld fan and even be worn around the neck so you don't have to hold it at all. Its 5,000 mAh battery allows it to last hours on a single charge, and the small display in the middle of the fan's blades shows its remaining battery level. Anker Soundcore Select 4 Go speaker for $23 ($12 off with Prime) : This is one of our top picks for Bluetooth speaker . It gets pretty loud for its size and has decent sound quality. You can pair two together for stereo sound as well, and its IP67-rated design will keep it protected against water and dust. Anker Soundcore 2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker for $28 ($17 off with Prime) : This small speaker was a past pick in our guide to the best Bluetooth speakers . Its waterproof and goes for 24 hours on a charge. We found the sound to be surprisingly big for its size. Amazon Echo Spot for $45 ($35 off): Amazon brought the Echo Spot smart alarm clock back from the dead last year with a new design and improved speakers. In addition to being able to control smart home devices and respond to voice commands, the Echo Spot can also act as a Wi-Fi extender for those that have Eero systems. It went as low as $45 for Black Friday last year. Samsung EVO Select microSD card (256GB) for $23 ($4 off) : This Samsung card has been one of our recommended models for a long time. It's a no-frills microSD card that, while not the fastest, will be perfectly capable in most devices where you're just looking for simple, expanded storage. Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam $40 ($20 off) : If you like the idea of being able to move the camera around to follow the action in your home, you may want to get a pan-and-tilt option like this one. We will again note that new Ring devices are on the way, but if you dont have to have the latest thing and just want to see what your dog gets up to while youre gone, you may want to snag this 33 percent discount. Anker Soundcore Space A40 for $43 ($37 off with Prime): Our top pick for the best budget wireless earbuds , the Space A40 have surprisingly good ANC, good sound quality, a comfortable fit and multi-device connectivity. JLab Go Air Pop+ for $17.49 ($12 off with Prime) : JLab earbuds pop up in a few of our guides including the best running headphones and best budget buds . The Pop+ earbuds are smaller and lighter than the previous model, and the apps preset EQ modes let you customize your sound. Total battery life with the case comes in at more than 35 hours. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/the-59-best-amazon-prime-day-deals-under-50-from-anker-ring-lego-roku-and-others-120531690.html?src=rss
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Gold purity check: Will I be compensated if my gold jewellery is found to be of lesser purity?
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Ahead of Bihar assembly polls, Bhojpuri superstar Pawan Singh has been surrounded by controversy, first with his wife and now potential threats to him. Pawan Singh has been provided a 'Y' category security cover by Union home ministry.
Pradas new bag looks like Mumbai local's floor
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Bihar polls: Centre grants 'Y' category CRPF security to actor-politician Pawan Singh
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Gold loans offer quick access to funds against pledged gold ornaments and coins, with interest rates varying by institution and borrower profile. Lenders accept gold jewelry from 18 to 22 karats, excluding gold-plated items or those below 18-karat purity. Loan amounts depend on gold purity and weight, with repayment options including EMIs and bullet payments.
SC raps CBI and MP govt over delay in arrest of policemen in custodial death case
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Wednesday sought an explanation from the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Madhya Pradesh government over the delay in arresting two policemen involved in the alleged custodial death of a 24-year-old man. A bench comprising Justices B.V. Nagarathna and R. Mahadevan passed the order after the CBI informed the court that both absconding officers had finally been arrested. The apex court noted that the officers had not been apprehended despite its order dated 15 May, and remarked that the state government had only swung into action after the filing of the contempt petition and the courts subsequent observations. What happened all these days? Why couldnt you trace them? We had to almost frame contempt charges for you to act. This is not how a Supreme Court order should be applied. There was a three-judge bench order for arrest, the bench stated. Expressing concern over the conduct of the accused officers, the court asked, What departmental action has been taken against the two officers? They even filed for anticipatory bail despite this courts order that they should be arrested? During the hearing, Additional Solicitor General Raja Thakare, representing the CBI, informed the court that the agency had complied with its order and both officers had now been arrested. Uttam Singh was arrested in Indore on 27 September, and Sanjeev Singh was taken into custody in Shivpuri on 5 October. Both are currently lodged in Indore jail, Thakare said. The bench also directed the Madhya Pradesh government to provide details of the departmental proceedings initiated against the two officers. The matter has been posted for further hearing on 6 November. The court was hearing a contempt plea filed by the mother of the deceased, alleging non-compliance with the Supreme Courts 15 May directive. On that date, the apex court had strongly criticised the Madhya Pradesh government for inaction against the policemen allegedly involved in the custodial death and transferred the investigation to the CBI. The investigating officer, who took over the case on 30 June, had arrested another police official on 2 July based on an eyewitness account revealing custodial torture. On 25 September, the bench had sharply criticised both the Madhya Pradesh government and the CBI for failing to suspend the absconding officers and warned of initiating contempt proceedings. It noted that the officers had been absconding since April yet remained unsuspended. The CBI later informed the court that the suspensions were carried out on 1 October. The bench had earlier reprimanded the agency for its failure to arrest the absconding officers promptly.
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My beloved Dyson AM09 heater and fan is 40 percent off for Prime Day
Believe it or not, October Prime Day is actually a good time to save on Dyson devices. Plenty of cordless vacuums are on sale this year, as well as a few viral hair stylers . But, none of those top my trusty AM09. Dysons Hot+Cool AM09 heater and fan is on sale for $300 right now thats 40 percent off and one of the best prices Ive seen. My love for the AM09 is well documented . At this point, Ive had it for more than five years and I bought it when it was $280 on super-sale at QVC. Previously, I had a Dyson tower fan that worked well until it kicked the bucket after a few years of use. I took the plunge with the AM09 because I generally had a great experience with the tower fan, and at the time, I had been living in apartments that were consistently chilly during wintertime and downright stifling during the summer months. Now, my house is not all that much different than my apartments of yesteryear and my original AM09 is still kicking. It does a great job circulating air in the summer (its not an air conditioner, to be clear) and it cuts the chill in my particularly icy office during the winter. I love its handy fan, which attaches magnetically to the top of the fan so you dont lose it and lets you control the fan speed and heater temperature with just a few presses of a button. But the real kicker with the AM09 is how lightweight it is: at just under six pounds, its incredibly easy to pick up and tote upstairs, downstairs or in the other room, wherever you need it the most. It has literally gone from my home office upstairs down to the main floor of my house and down again into our basement all in the same day for different purposes. Am I a little miffed that, in my impatience, I bought a discounted Dyson heater/fan/air purifier over the summer because I desperately wanted another AM09 and it wasnt on sale at the time ? Yes but at least you, dear reader, can learn from my shopping woes and get the AM09 instead. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/my-beloved-dyson-am09-heater-and-fan-is-40-percent-off-for-prime-day-223428328.html?src=rss
Sennheiser's HDB 630 headphones combine wireless convenience with wired lossless audio
Sennheiser hasnt debuted a premium set of wireless headphones since the Momentum 4 arrived in 2022. Sure, there were two sets of Accentum cans, but those offer more mid-range performance in the $180-$250 range. Instead of a Momentum 5 for its latest release, the company has revealed the HDB 630: a $500 set of wireless noise-canceling headphones that offer lossless listening via wired connection. If youre thinking the HDB 630 looks an awful lot like the Momentum 4, youre correct. Sennheiser says this new model inherited the chassis from those 2022 headphones, but theres a new acoustic system inside for focused listening. That setup includes 42mm dynamic drivers what were designed for purity, not hype. As such, the company promises youll hear the vibe that left the mastering studio thanks to careful attention to the midrange, vocals and overall dynamics. Those drivers are supported by a high-resolution digital audio engine that works for both wired and wireless listening. Via either the USB-C or 3.5mm ports, you can expect to hear tunes in up to 24-bit/96kHz resolution. The HDB 630 also comes with a USB-C transmitter dongle for phones, tablets and other devices so that you can harness higher-quality listening with aptX Adaptive even if your gadgets dont support it natively. With only an estimated 16 percent of smartphone hardware supporting native wireless high-res sound, the included dongle brings this capability to 80 percent of smartphone models in an instant through their USB Type-C port, Sennheiser explained in a press release. There are several audio features available on the HDB 630 for an audiophile experience. First, Sennheiser employs the Crossfade feature from its HE 1 headphones that blends the left and right channels to make it seem like youre listening to speakers. Theres also a new Parametric Equalizer for more granular EQ control, complete with bandwidth, filter and A/B settings. The company says any settings tweaks are then applied to the HDB 630s advanced processing system so listeners determine the tuning rather than the content or app providing it. Lastly, users will soon have the ability to share presets via QR code. Another item Sennheiser retained from the Momentum 4 is long battery life. Like that model, the HDB 630 will last up to 60 hours with ANC enabled, so you wont be reaching for a charging cable often. Whats more, a 10-minuted top up will give you seven hours of use. And when its time to travel, theres an airline adapter included in the box. The HDB 630 is available for pre-order starting today for $499.95. Shipping is scheduled to begin October 21 from Sennhesier and other retailers. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/audio/headphones/sennheisers-hdb-630-headphones-combine-wireless-convenience-with-wired-lossless-audio-220000711.html?src=rss
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October Prime Day 2025 is finally here, so nows the time for members to stock up on discounted home essentials, clothing, shoes, and of course, tech. Amazons website is pretty overwhelming right now and likely will be for the entirety of the event, so we wouldnt blame you if you got distracted immediately upon opening it. If youve got gadgets on your wishlist, Engadget can make it easier to find the best tech deals during the sale. As in years past, Prime Day has brought solid discounts on some of our favorite tech including earbuds, laptops, robot vacuums and home devices. These are the best October Prime Day deals you can get right now. Well be updating this post regularly throughout the duration of Prime Day, so check back to see the latest discounts. October Prime Day deals: Engadget's top picks Leebein 2025 electric spin scrubber for $38 (46 percent off, Prime exclusive): This is an updated version of my beloved Leebein electric scrubber, which has made cleaning my shower easier than ever before. It comes with seven brush heads so you can use it to clean all kinds of surfaces, and its adjustable arm length makes it easier to clean hard-to-reach spots. It's IPX7 waterproof and recharges via USB-C. Jisulife Life7 handheld fan for $23 (21 percent off, Prime exclusive): This handy little fan is a must-have if you life in a warm climate or have a tropical vacation planned anytime soon. It can be used as a table or handheld fan and even be worn around the neck so you don't have to hold it at all. Its 5,000 mAh battery allows it to last hours on a single charge, and the small display in the middle of the fan's blades show its remaining battery level. DJI Neo drone for $159 (20 percent off) : The DJI Neo may be an inexpensive, beginner-friendly drone, but it has powerful features like subject tracking and quick shots. It can shoot video at up to 4K 30 fps and is quick and maneuverable, though it's also fairly loud. You can also grab one with three batteries and a charger for $229 (21 percent off) . Google Pixel 9a for $349 ($150 off): Our favorite midrange smartphone , the Pixel 9a is the best phone to get, period, if youre on a strict budget. It has a lot of things you may think youd only find in a flagship: a premium, sleek design with an IP68 rating, a nice display, excellent cameras and a long battery life. Dyson V8 Plus cordless vacuum for $300 ($219 off): This is a good entry-level Dyson with strong suction power and easy handling. It has a decently sized dustbin and comes with four cleaning attachments, plus it will run up to 40 minutes on a single charge. Best Prime Day deals: Apple devices Apple iPad A16 for $280 ($60 off): Apples entry-level iPad is best for kids, casual users or anyone on a tight budget who still wants a bonafide Apple tablet. It has solid performance, double the base storage compared to previous models, great build quality and a solid battery life. Note, though, that it doesnt support Apple Intelligence. Apple MacBook Air (13-inch, M4) for $799 (20 percent off): Our top pick for the best laptop for most people, the latest MacBook Air is impressively thin and light without skimping on performance. The M4 chipset is powerful enough to handle everyday tasks without breaking a sweat, plus some gaming and labor-intensive work. It has a comfortable keyboard, luxe-feeling trackpad and an excellent battery life. Apple iPad Air (11-inch, M3) for $449 ($150 off): The only major difference between the latest iPad Air and the previous generation is the addition of the faster M3 chip. We awarded the new slab an 89 in our review , appreciating the fact that the M3 chip was about 16 percent faster in benchmark tests than the M2. This is the iPad to get if you want a reasonable amount of productivity out of an iPad that's more affordable than the Pro models. Best Prime Day deals: Tech under $50 Samsung EVO Select microSD card (128GB) for $13 (24 percent off): This Samsung card has been one of our recommended models for a long time. It's a no-frills microSD card that, while not the fastest, will be perfectly capable in most devices where you're just looking for simple, expanded storage. Amazon Smart Plug for $13 ($12 off) : We named this the best smart plug for Alexa users because it hooks up painlessly and stays connected reliably. Use it to control lamps or your holiday lights using programs and schedules in the Alexa app, or just your voice by talking to your Echo Dot or other Alexa-enabled listener. Lego Star Wars Advent Calendar 2025 75418 for $31 (30 percent off): 'Tis the season for advent calendars . They've flooded the internet, as they usually do this time of year, and there are plenty to choose from (and stock up on) before we get to December. Lego has a bunch, and this Star Wars one will be fun for everyone, not just kids, to open up each day at the end of the year. Anker 622 5K magnetic foldable power bank with stand for $28 (42 percent off, Prime exclusive): This 0.5-inch thick power bank attaches magnetically to iPhones and won't get in your way when you're using your phone. It also has a built-in stand so you can watch videos, make FaceTime calls and more hands-free while your phone is powering up. Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max for $40 (33 percent off): Amazon's most powerful streaming dongle supports 4K HDR content, Dolby Vision and Atmos and Wi-Fi 6E. It also has double the storage of cheaper Fire TV sticks. Anker Soundcore Space A40 for $43 (47 percent off): Our top pick for the best budget wireless earbuds , the Space A40 have surprisingly good ANC, good sound quality, a comfortable fit and multi-device connectivity. Best Prime Day deals: Vacuums and smart home Blink Mini 2 security cameras (two-pack) for $35 (50 percent off): Blink makes some of our favorite security cameras, and the Mini 2 is a great option for indoor monitoring. It can be placed outside with the right weatherproof adapter , but since it needs to be plugged in, we like it for keeping an eye on your pets while you're away and watching over entry ways from the inside. Levoit Core 200S smart air purifier for $70 ($20 off, Prime exclusive): This compact air purifier cleans the air in rooms up to 140 square feet and uses a 3-in-1 filter that removes microscopic dust, pollen and airborne particles. 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CHANDIGARH: Punjab and Himachal Pradesh governments have banned the sale, distribution and use of Coldrif cough syrup, following the deaths of 14 children due to suspected renal failure in Madhya Pradesh after its consumption. The syrup, Batch No. SR-13, manufactured in May 2025 by Sresan Pharma, Sunguvarchathiram, Kancheepuram District, Tamil Nadu, isallegedly adulterated with Diethylene Glycol (DEG), a highly poisonous substance. An order issued by the Punjab Food and Drugs Administration (FDA), read, it has come to the notice of this office that Coldrif syrup has been declared as not of standard quality by the government analyst, drugs testing laboratory, and FDA, Madhya Pradesh. The drug formulation is reported to be adulterated, as it contains Diethylene Glycol (46.28 per cent w/v), which makes it injurious to health, considering the seriousness of the matter. The said product has been observed to be linked to the recent deaths of children in the Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. The above-mentioned product is hereby completely prohibited for sale, distribution and utilisation in the state of Punjab with immediate effect in public interest. Karnataka bars cough, cold syrups to children under two The order stated that all retailers, distributors, registered medical practitioners and hospitals and healthcare institutions, etc., in Punjab shall not purchase, sell or utilise the said product. If any stock of the drug is available in the State, the information may be provided to the FDA (drugs wing), it added. Meanwhile, the Coldrif cough syrup has been completely banned in Himachal Pradesh. The Nastro-DS, a cough syrup manufactured in Himachal Pradesh has given a clean chit by the Madhya Pradesh food and drugs administration (FDA) but its production is suspended as of now, and placed under scrutiny following the death of children. Following the request from Madhya Pradesh government for an investigation into Nastro-DS, a team from the state drug controller recently inspected the premises of five drug companies, including Aqunova Pharma, which supplied cough syrups to Madhya Pradesh. The Madhya Pradesh FDA collected samples of Nastro-DS last week. It was manufactured by Aqunova Pharma, a pharmaceutical unit based in Baddi in the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh. Himachal Pradesh Drug Controller Dr Manish Kapoor, said that Coldrif cough syrup has been completely banned in the State. The laboratory tests have revealed a high concentration of DEG in the Coldrif cough syrup samples. The state drug controller administration has issued a prohibitory order on the sale and purchase of Coldrif. If anyone finds out about the availability of this syrup, they should immediately inform the office of the drug controller, he said. PIL in Supreme Court seeks CBI probe, national drug safety review over cough syrup deaths The FDA of Madhya Pradesh told that Nastro-DS was safe for consumption. The lab analysis of Nastro-DS cough syrup samples has shown the presence of diethylene glycol (DEG) within permissible limits. The Madhya Pradesh FDA has communicated to us the test results. Aqunova Pharma voluntarily decided to put on hold the production of Nastro-DS cough syrup after the Madhya Pradesh FDA took the samples. The company might resume production only after the FDA officially communicates the test results to them. As of now, the production is suspended, he said. The Himachal Pradesh government also directed the drug inspectors to draw samples of all cough syrups using propylene glycol manufactured in the State from the manufacturing premises as well as retail sellers and wholesalers on a monthly basis for laboratory analysis. This will help rule out the manufacture and sale of syrups containing toxic impurities and ensure the sale of quality syrups. Also, the government prohibited the sale, distribution and utilisation of two more cough syrups Respifresh TR and Relife, after being found to contain toxic impurity DEG above the permissible limit. Diethylene glycol is a toxic chemical, and its consumption can cause kidney, liver, and nervous system damage. The tragic deaths triggered a national health alert, leading to suspensions of officials in Madhya Pradesh, multiple arrests, nationwide stock confiscations, and immediate, stringent changes to drug prescription guidelines in states like Kerala and Karnataka. Cough syrup deaths: IMA slams MP doctors arrest, says onus on manufacturers and authorities
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The Indian Medical Association has condemned the arrest of a pediatrician in Madhya Pradesh following child deaths from contaminated cough syrup, calling it legal illiteracy by police. The IMA demands action against actual culprits and compensation for affected families, emphasizing regulatory failures and the spurious nature of the drug.
Cough syrup deaths: IMA slams MP doctors arrest, says onus on manufacturers and authorities
NEW DELHI: The arrest of a doctor over the death of 14 children from contaminated cough syrup in Madhya Pradesh has ignited nationwide outrage from the medical fraternity. The Indian Medical Association (IMA), which represents over 4 lakh doctors in the country, strongly condemned the arrest of Dr Praveen Soni , the physician who prescribed the now-banned Coldrif cough syrup that led to the deaths in Chhindwara district in Madhya Pradesh. Demanding immediate action on the actual culprits and adequate compensation for the affected families and the doctor who is a victim of defamation, the IMA on Monday said they are concerned with the incompetence and inadequacy of the drug regulatory system in the country and mishandling of this unfortunate incident. The onus of the death of these hapless children falls squarely on the manufacturers and the authorities. Intimidation of the medical profession is uncalled for and will be resisted. The IMA National President, Dr Dilip Bhanushali and Honorary Secretary General, Dr Sarbari Dutta, said in the given case the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) and the Madhya Pradesh Food and Drug Administration (FDA) failed to monitor the concentration of DEG in the alleged cough syrup. The response of both the Central and State authorities are creating problems instead of instilling confidence in the minds of the public. IMA is concerned with the incompetence and inadequacy of the drug regulatory system in the country and mishandling of this unfortunate incident, they added. Pharmaceutical-grade glycerin and propylene glycol required for manufacturing cough syrups are expensive. Toxic substances such as industrial-grade DEG and ethylene glycol (EG) are cheaper and visually indistinguishable. If quality control fails at the level of both the manufacturer and the regulator, cough syrups produced by a few companies may end up containing toxic substances capable of causing kidney failure and death in young children, the statement said. Cough syrup-children death link probe: MP govt transfers state drug controller, suspends three others The MP government arrested Dr Soni, a senior paediatrician, who was posted at a government hospital in Parasia and had his own private clinic, for prescribing the contaminated cough syrup. The strongly-worded statement from IMA came on a day when the NHRC issued notices to the governments of Madhya Pradesh (MP), Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh (UP), asking them to investigate the deaths of children linked to cough syrup consumption. They also directed the Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI), the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), and the Union Health Ministry to probe the supply of spurious drugs. Many doctors also took to social media to decry the arrest. Dr Dhruv Chauhan, National Spokesperson of IMA- Junior Doctors Network (JDN), said, Welcome to the New India where a doctor is arrested today not for crime, but for prescribing a cough syrup to heal sick children. His only fault was being unaware that he was supposed to check the quality and approval of syrup which is the work of government and drug authorities who mint money from cheap drug suppliers, said Dr Chauhan on X. The syrup turned out to be poisonous, a tragedy born from the companys negligence, not the doctors intent yet he is behind bars. The government has made him the scapegoat while the real culprits still walk free. When the hands that heal are handcuffed and the ones that profit from death are protected, justice itself is on life support, he added. The Federation of All India Medical Association (FAIMA), a national body of resident doctors, said, FAIMA stands firmly with the doctor arrested in #MP over the cough syrup case. Drs prescribe medicines in good faith based on available formulations, they cant be held responsible for manufacturing lapses. We demand a fair probe and immediate release, said Dr Kulpeep Gupta, FAIMA Vice President on X. Centre holds high-level meeting on cough syrup deaths to strengthen drug quality assurance Describing the tragedy as a classical example of legal illiteracy of the officials and the police, the IMA further said that the arrest of doctor in haste, just after the report of BMO, precisely shows an attempt to divert the attention of the people from the faults of regulatory bodies and the concerned pharmaceutical company. The prescribing doctor has no way of knowing whether a medicine is contaminated until adverse outcomes are reported among patients who have taken it. Regulation must therefore be made foolproof to prevent such tragedies, they added. The IMA also said that many people purchase cough syrups over the counter without a doctors recommendation, which means far more children consume them than medically necessary. In most cases, coughs and colds resolve on their own without any syrup. When a doctor does prescribe one it is based on clinical assessment of the child. Approval of the said cough syrup, monitoring of the quality and the content of the same squarely fall within the ambit of the Drugs regulatory system. Once the drug has been approved and made available in the market, a registered medical practitioner is the legitimate authority in prescribing any drug, they added. Dr Shailesh Singh, Interventional Cardiologist, also took to X to slam the arrest. People keep asking Why dont doctors prescribe generics? This is why. If the generic is good quality - great, the patient saves money. If its substandard - the doctor who prescribed it gets blamed, shamed, and possibly arrested. No one questions the regulator who approved it. No one questions the authority that allowed its sale. No one questions the committee that handed the supply tender. Everyone walks free - except the one who actually saw the patient. Cheap drugs are good only if theyre also good drugs. Another doctor, known as The Skin Doctor on X, said, Once again, the system is targeting the smallest and most visible link instead of examining institutional failure. How can a doctor be held responsible for a drug that was approved by the authorities, manufactured legally, supplied through government channels, and stocked in licensed pharmacies?. If tomorrow a doctor prescribes a standard medicine like Paracetamol and that batch turns out to be contaminated, will the doctor be blamed for that too? That logic is absurd. Accountability lies with the manufacturer, drug regulators (CDSCO, state FDA), supply authorities, and quality-control systems. Doctors have no role in formulation, testing, or distribution, he said in the post that has since gone viral. Another X user, known as The Mood Doctor, said, I have not seen any pilots get arrested for problem in aeroplanes, I have not seen any driver getting arrested for Problems cars, I have not seen any officer getting arrested for flaw in laws, But I have seen doctor arrested for writing cough syrup. Welcome to NEW India. Cough Syrup death toll rises to 13, Madhya Pradesh Police arrest doctor
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New Delhi: The NHRC has issued notices to Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh governments, directing them to probe allegations of childrens deaths due to contaminated cough syrup and immediately ban the sale of spurious medicines. It has also directed the Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI), the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Renowned singer Maithili Thakur to contest Bihar elections on BJP ticket
PATNA: Noted folk and classical singer Maithili Thakur is set to contest upcoming assembly elections in Bihar, the schedule of which was announced by Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar in New Delhi on Monday. Maithili may be fielded as Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate from one of the constituencies in Darbhanga district, preferably from Alinagar assembly seat. The sitting MLA Mishri Lal Yadav was disqualified after being convicted for two years in a case. Though Yadav won the seat in 2020 assembly election on Mukesh Sahanis Vikassheel Insaan Party (VIP), he later defected to the NDA. Maithili Thakurs name for the Alinagar seat is doing the rounds ever since the BJP in-charge for Bihar Vinod Tawde shared Maithilis photo with Union Minister of State for Home Nityanand Rai. Maithili, along with her father met the BJP leaders in New Delhi. The meeting fuelled speculation of Maithilis political entry and BJPs plan to counter anti-incumbency by replacing Yadav from the Alinagar seat, which the party has held twice. Party leadership wanted to replace the candidate with a new face to defuse dissatisfaction within party ranks over sitting MLAs performance and alleged anti-party activity. Bihar Assembly elections to be held in two phases on November 6,11; results on November 14 Tawde took a did at RJD through his post on X, describing that the family migrated from Bihar in 1995 during Lalu regime. The daughter of Bihar wants to return her home state after observing the changing scenario in the state, Tawde said in his post. Born in 2000 in Darbhangas Benipatti, Maithili rose to prominence through her folk and classical music performances. The cultural stature was also recognised by the Election Commission of India, which appointed her as a state icon for voter awareness campaign. She had served as brand ambassador for Madhubani district in the 2019 Lok Sabha election. Political observers pointed out that if Maithilis candidature is confirmed, it may a strategic move of BJP to broaden the partys appeal towards young voters in the upcoming assembly polls. Her entry in active politics may enthuse young voters in Mithilanchal region as she is having considerable influence among younger generation. Maithili is not the only young candidate; Bhojpuri singer-turned actor Pawan Singh is also likely to contest the assembly election from one of the constituencies in Shahabad region, preferably from Ara in Bhojpur district. He recently met former union minister and Rashtriya Lok Morcha chief Upendra Kushwaha, fuelling speculation that he may contest election. Pawan Singh had unsuccessfully contested the 2024 Lok Sabha election from Karakat against Kushwaha.
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Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar expressed satisfaction with Bihar's voters' list purification, completed after 22 years. He reviewed poll preparedness, announced new initiatives like 100% webcasting, and met political parties. With the assembly term ending November 22, the election announcement is imminent, possibly Tuesday afternoon.
Congress alleges targeted removal of Dalit, Muslim women's names from voter list in Bihar
NEW DELHI: The Congress on Sunday claimed that the names of nearly 23 lakh women have been removed from the voter list in Bihar under the SIR with the bulk of them being from 59 assembly seats where a close contest was witnessed in the 2020 elections. Reiterating its vote chori claims , the opposition party also alleged that the Election Commission of India argeted Dalit and Muslim women voters whose names were dropped from the list as part of a well-planned conspiracy during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in the state. The Congress asked when these women had cast their votes in the Lok Sabha elections last year, were these votes fraudulent and whether MPs elected on fake votes helped form the government. Addressing a press conference at the party's Indira Bhawan headquarters here, All India Mahila Congress president Alka Lamba also alleged that at the behest of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah, the Election Commission is committing massive fraud in the name of SIR in Bihar. There are approximately 3.5 crore women voters in Bihar, but the names of approximately 23 lakh women (22.7 lakh) have been removed from the voters' list, she claimed. These women will not be able to vote in the upcoming assembly elections, and we believe this decision is against the Constitution, Lamba said. Gopalganj, Saran, Begusarai, Samastipur, Bhojpur, and Purnea are the six districts in Bihar where the names of maximum number of women have been removed from the voters' list, she claimed. These six districts encompass about 60 assembly seats, Lamba said. If we look at the 2020 assembly election data, the INDIA bloc parties won 25 seats here while the NDA bagged 34 and a close contest was witnessed, she said. Now, the Election Commission has committed massive fraud in these very seats in the name of SIR, she alleged. In Bihar, the names of 22.7 lakh women have been deleted, while the names of approximately 15 lakh men have been removed from the voter list, Lamba claimed. Bihar SIR: Highest additions in Magadh, most deletions in Seemanchal The Congress is running a nationwide signature campaign against this vote theft, during which the party will collect five crore signatures, she said. The votes of lakhs of women in Bihar were deleted. In such a situation, our questions are: When these same women cast their votes in the Lok Sabha elections last year, were these votes still fraudulent? Did these fake votes elect MPs who formed the government? Lamba said. Today, a conspiracy is underway to add and delete names at the last minute, but we will expose it, the Mahila Congress president said. On one hand, Prime Minister Modi is depositing money into women's accounts to influence the Bihar elections, and on the other hand, he, in collusion with the Election Commission, deleted the names of approximately 23 lakh women from the voters' list, she said. Modi has targeted and cancelled women's votes and taken away their rights. But no matter how much Narendra Modi and the Election Commission try, we will not allow 'vote theft' to happen in Bihar, she said. Her remarks came on a day Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar voiced satisfaction over the completion of SIR in Bihar, claiming that the exercise purified the voters' list after 22 years. He made the remarks at a press conference in Patna before winding up his tour of the state, where assembly elections are likely to be announced soon. The total number of electors in poll-bound Bihar have come down by nearly 47 lakh to 7.42 crore in the final electoral roll published last Tuesday from 7.89 crore before the SIR of the voters' list carried out by the Election Commission. The final figure has, however, increased by 17.87 lakh from 7.24 crore electors named in the draft list issued on August 1, which had removed 65 lakh voters from the original list on various accounts, including deaths, migration and duplication of voters. While 21.53 lakh new electors have been added to the draft list, 3.66 lakh names have been removed from there, resulting in a net increase of 17.87 lakh. The final figure may change marginally after supplementary lists are published during the poll process. The EC's exercise has drawn sharp protests from the Opposition, which has accused the poll body of working at the behest of the ruling BJP, a charge it has flatly rejected. The Commission has asserted that it will not allow any eligible citizen to be left out of the voters' list and at the same time, not let any ineligible person be on the list. The assembly election schedule is likely to be announced by the poll body this week and the polls are expected to be held soon after Chhath, an important festival in Bihar that would be celebrated in the last week of October.
Bihar Voter List Purified After 22 Years Ahead of Assembly Polls
New initiatives like faster EPIC delivery and mobile deposit facilities to enhance voter participation
Jagan slams CM Naidu over spurious liquor mafia in Andhra Pradesh
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Bihar voters list purified after 22 years; new poll initiatives to be replicated across India: CEC
PATNA: Claiming that the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) purified Bihar's voters' list after 22 years, CEC Gyanesh Kumar on Sunday said many new initiatives were being undertaken for the upcoming assembly elections in the state, and these would be replicated across the country in due course. Addressing a press conference in Patna before winding up his tour of the state, Kumar said these initiatives include a new SOP (standard operating procedure) to ensure that EPIC cards are delivered to voters within 15 days of registration and a mobile deposit facility at polling booths. He said the elections to the 243-member assembly will be completed before the expiry of its term on November 22. We have an ERO (Electoral Registration Officer) in each of the 243 constituencies. They were assisted by 90,207 BLOs in completing the SIR exercise, which has purified the voters' list after 22 years, he said. The last time an intensive revision of electoral rolls had taken place in the state was in 2003. The CEC, who was accompanied by Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sindhu and Vivek Joshi, held discussions with political parties and reviewed poll preparedness with officials during his two-day visit.
CEC says Bihars voter list purified after 22 years; new poll reforms to be model for India
CEC Gyanesh Kumar concluded his Bihar tour. He announced new initiatives for the upcoming assembly elections. The voters' list underwent purification after 22 years. EPIC cards will be delivered within 15 days. Mobile deposit facilities will be at polling booths. Elections will conclude before November 22. These measures will be replicated nationwide.
SIR purified voters list in Bihar: CEC
We have an ERO (Electoral Registration Officer) in each of the 243 constituencies. They were assisted by 90,207 BLOs in completing the exercise, which has purified the voters list after 22 years, CEC Gyanesh Kumar said
SIR purified voters list in Bihar, claims Election Commission
Patna: Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar on Sunday voiced satisfaction over the completion of Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in Bihar, claiming that the exercise purified the voters list after 22 years. He was addressing a press conference in Patna before winding up his tour of the state, where assembly elections are likely to be announced Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Jagan alleges CM Naidu of allowing spurious liquor factories
Amaravati: YSRCP supremo YS Jagan Mohan Reddy on Sunday accused Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu of scrapping government liquor outlets, expanding illegal sales, and allowing spurious-liquor factories to operate across the state. The former chief minister observed that despite plentiful liquor sales, Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) reports show excise revenue for the first five Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Pregnant woman beaten to death by husband, in-laws over dowry in UP's Mainpuri
MAINPURI: A 21-year-old pregnant woman was allegedly beaten to death by her husband and in-laws in Gopalpur village of Uttar Pradeshs Mainpuri district over a dowry demand, police said on Sunday. The victim, Rajni Kumari, a resident of Rangpur village, had married Sachin in April this year. According to Additional Superintendent of Police (Rural) Rahul Mithas, Rajnis husband, along with his brothers Pranshu and Sahbag and relatives Ram Nath, Divya, and Tina, had been demanding an additional dowry of Rs 5 lakh to open a tent house. When the demand was not met, the accused allegedly assaulted her brutally on Friday, leading to her death. They then cremated her body in their field in an attempt to destroy evidence, the police said. Rajnis mother, Sunita Devi, filed a complaint at the Oncha police station on Saturday after learning about the incident. An FIR has been registered against the husband and his family members, and efforts are underway to arrest the accused, ASP Mithas said. (With inputs from PTI)
YSRC Alleges TD Leaders Running Spurious Liquor Racket
YSRC general secretary and former chief whip Gadikota Srikanth Reddy, and YSRC SC Cell president and former MLA T.J.R. Sudhakar Babu, have accused the N. Chandrababu Naidu government of turning a blind eye towards mafia-type spurious liquor syndicates operating in the state.
CEC urges political parties to actively participate in poll process
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar urged political parties, deemed significant stakeholders, to fully participate in elections. Following an interaction in Patna, parties suggested scheduling polls post-Chhath and praised EC initiatives like electoral roll purification. The EC also instructed officials to ensure impartiality, promptly resolve complaints, and actively monitor social media for fake news, taking swift legal action when necessary.
Hold assembly polls soon after Chhat in minimal phases: Bihar parties to EC
Political parties in Bihar urged the Election Commission to schedule assembly elections immediately after the Chhath festival, preferably in one or two phases. This aims to maximize voter participation, especially among migrants returning home for festivities. Parties also praised the EC's electoral roll purification and efforts to reduce polling station crowding.
We have demanded that elections be held in two phases: RJD MP Abhay Kushwaha
RJD MP Abhay Kushwaha urged the CEC to hold Bihar assembly elections in two phases and provide a list of 3.66 lakh removed voters, appealing to them to file complaints. During discussions, the Election Commission emphasized transparency, while political parties thanked the EC for electoral roll purification and suggested elections post-Chhath for high turnout.
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Delhi Man Held for Appearing in Undergarments, Smoking During Court Virtual Hearing
The arrested person, Md Imran (32) from Gokulpuri, is an active history-sheeter with over 50 previous cases of robbery, snatching, and other offences registered across Delhi: Police
Delhi Man Held For Appearing In Undergarments, Smoking And Drinking During Court Virtual Hearing
NEW DELHI, Oct 4: Delhi Police has arrested a man for disrupting court proceedings being held via videoconferencing by appearing in his undergarments while smoking drinking, an official said on Saturday. The man, Md Imran (32) from Gokulpuri, is an active history-sheeter with over 50 previous cases of robbery, snatching, and other offences registered across Delhi, police said. A case was registered on September 22 following a complaint by the court record keeper, Anshul Singhal, Tis Hazari Courts. It [] The post Delhi Man Held For Appearing In Undergarments, Smoking And Drinking During Court Virtual Hearing appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Gold prices will increase during the festive season. Tanishq will list 22K gold at Rs 10,905 per gram on October 4, 2025. Malabar Gold, Joyalukkas, and Kalyan Jewellers will price it at Rs 10,945 per gram. These rates exclude GST and making charges. Economic factors and gold purity levels influence prices. 24K gold is not hard enough for jewelry.
Gold snaps 5-day record rally; falls Rs 500 to Rs 1,20,600/10 g in Delhi
New Delhi, Oct 3 (PTI) Gold prices fell by Rs 500 to Rs 1,20,600 per 10 grams in the national capital on Friday, ending a five-day record-extending rally, as investors booked profits and a slight recovery in the US dollar weighed on sentiment. According to the All India Sarafa Association, the yellow metal of 99.9 per cent purity had rallied Rs 1,100 to hit an all-time high of Rs 1,21,100 per 10 grams on Wednesday. Gold of 99.5 per cent purity also retreated from its peak, slipping Rs 500 to Rs 1,20,000 per 10 grams (inclusive of all taxes). It
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has mandated clear medical prescriptions across India, citing patient safety and the fundamental ight to life. Justice Puri's ruling directs handwriting training for medical students and a two-year deadline for digitised prescriptions. Until then, doctors must write in block letters.
Kanjak Poojan: The Paradox of Reverence and Reality
Dr Daisy Parihar daisy.parihar@gmail.com Every year, as Navratri arrives, households across India prepare to celebrate the feminine divine. Little girls are invited into homes, their feet washed, and they are offered food and gifts as part of Kanjak Poojan. They are revered as the living embodiment of Goddess Durga, symbols of purity, power, and protection. This tradition is among the most profound expressions of Indian culture, a reminder that the essence of divinity lies within the feminine form. Yet, once [] The post Kanjak Poojan: The Paradox of Reverence and Reality appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
1600 KG of Adulterated Ghee Seized, Six Arrested
SRINAGAR: Delhi Police have arrested six men and seized over 1,600 kg of adulterated ghee from three illegal manufacturing units in northeast Delhi, officials said on Thursday, as per multiple media reports. The crackdown, carried out in Shiv Vihar, Karawal Nagar and Mustafabad, comes ahead of the festive season, with authorities warning that the spurious []
