Cough Syrup Deaths: SC Dismisses PIL for CBI Probe, Nationwide Reforms
New Delhi, Oct 10: The Supreme Court on Friday dismissed a PIL seeking an inquiry and systemic reforms in drug safety following deaths of children in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan, allegedly caused by toxic cough syrups. A bench comprising Chief Justice B.R. Gavai and Justices Ujjal Bhuyan and K. Vinod Chandran rejected the plea filed [] The post Cough Syrup Deaths: SC Dismisses PIL for CBI Probe, Nationwide Reforms appeared first on Northlines .
Cough Syrup Row: Will CBI probe children's death in MP, Rajasthan? Supreme Court says...
The PIL filed sought a retired Supreme Court judge to monitor a probe and inquiry into the manufacture, regulation, testing and distribution of contaminated cough syrups. Read here to find out SC said in its hearing.
Cough syrup deaths: SC rejects PIL seeking CBI probe, drug safety review; toll at 21 in MP
The Supreme Court has dismissed a plea for a CBI investigation into the deaths of children in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. These deaths were reportedly caused by a toxic cough syrup. The manufacturer's owner has been arrested. Several states have banned the syrup, and the factory has been sealed.
Cough Syrup Deaths: SC Rejects PIL Seeking CBI Probe, Nationwide Drug Safety Review
NEW DELHI, Oct 10: The Supreme Court on Friday dismissed a PIL seeking an inquiry and systemic reform in drug safety mechanisms in the wake of deaths of children in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan allegedly due to consumption of toxic cough syrups. A bench comprising Chief Justice B R Gavai and Justices Ujjal Bhuyan and K Vinod Chandran dismissed the PIL filed by lawyer Vishal Tiwari after Solicitor General Tushar Mehta objected to it. The top law officer said the [] The post Cough Syrup Deaths: SC Rejects PIL Seeking CBI Probe, Nationwide Drug Safety Review appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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RPSC RAS mains 2025 result out: 2,461 candidates declared successful; download here
The RPSC has announced the RAS mains result 2025, with 2,461 candidates declared successful. The mains exam was held on June 17 and 18, 2025, across multiple centres in Rajasthan in two shifts daily. Over 21,000 candidates qualified for the mains, following nearly 3.75 lakh prelims attendees. The result PDF is available on the official RPSC website. A total of 1,096 posts will be filled through this recruitment process.
SC to hear plea seeking CBI probe, nationwide drug safety overhaul in cough syrup deaths
The Supreme Court agreed to hear on Friday a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) demanding a CBI probe and sweeping reforms in Indias drug safety framework, following the recent deaths of children in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan allegedly due to toxic cough syrups . A bench led by Chief Justice B R Gavai, along with Justices Ujjal Bhuyan and K Vinod Chandran, took note of the urgency flagged by petitioner and scheduled the matter for hearing on October 10. Filed by advocate Vishal Tiwari, the plea seeks a court-monitored investigation and the formation of a National Judicial Commission or Expert Committee led by a retired Supreme Court judge to ensure accountability. The petition calls for all related FIRs and state-level probes to be handed over to the CBI, citing fragmented investigations and regulatory lapses that have allowed unsafe medicines to reach consumers. Amid growing concern over the deaths, the PIL urges the Centre to constitute a national-level body to probe systemic regulatory failures and to direct mandatory toxicological testing of all suspect drugs through NABL-accredited labs before further sale or export. The case follows alarming reports of multiple child deaths allegedly linked to a specific brand of cough syrup in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. (With inputs from PTI) Owner of TN-based Sresan Pharma arrested in Chennai over cough syrup deaths
Cough syrup deaths: SC agrees to hear PIL seeking CBI Probe, nationwide drug safety review
The Supreme Court will hear a PIL on Friday concerning systemic reforms in drug safety following child deaths in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan allegedly due to toxic cough syrups. The plea seeks a court-monitored probe, transfer of FIRs to CBI, and identification of regulatory failures to prevent hazardous formulations from reaching the market.
Was cough syrup linked to child deaths exported to other countries: WHO to Indian authorities
NEW DELHI : The World Health Organisation has sought to know from Indian authorities whether the cough syrup linked to child deaths in the country was exported to other nations, sources said on Thursday. They said the global health agency will take a call on issuing a 'Global Medical Products Alert' on the cough syrup, Coldrif, after receiving an official confirmation from authorities here. The agency issues such alerts for substandard and contaminated medicines. Five children from Madhya Pradesh are in a critical condition, while 20 have died due to kidney infections caused by the consumption of the contaminated cough syrup, containing Diethylene Glycol (DEG) and Ethylene Glycol (EG). Besides, at least three children have allegedly died in Rajasthan after consuming cough syrup in different districts of the state. The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Wednesday has asked for a clarification on whether the cough syrup linked to children deaths in the country was exported to other countries as part of the routine process, the sources said. The Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) on Wednesday had urged all state and UT drug controllers to ensure testing of raw materials and finished formulations of pharmaceutical products before releasing in them in the market in the wake of children deaths allegedly due to consumption of contaminated cough syrup in Madhya Pradesh. In an advisory, the DCGI said during recent inspections at manufacturing facilities and in the investigations of the drugs declared as 'Not of Standard Quality', it was found that several manufacturers are not testing each batch of excipients and active ingredients for compliance with prescribed standards before use. There have been recent reports of child deaths in Chhindwara in Madhya Pradesh, allegedly linked to contaminated cough syrups and concerns related to quality of these cough syrups, the advisory stated. During the inspections carried out at the manufacturing facilities and in the investigations of the drugs declared as Not of Standard Quality, it was observed in the reports that the manufacturers are not carrying out testing of each batch of the excipients/inactive and active pharmaceutical ingredients for verification of compliance with the prescribed standards before using them in the manufacture of formulations and also in the finished products, the advisory dated October 7 said. All State/UT drug controllers are requested to take measures to ensure testing before the manufacture and release of the batch to the market by way of monitoring during inspections, sensitising the manufacturers through circulars, etc. Further, it shall also be ensured that the manufacturers have robust vendor qualification system in place and use raw materials including excipients from reliable approved vendors only, the advisory said. The Centre in 2023 had ordered pharma companies to mention warnings on the label and the package insert stating the fixed-dose combination (FDC) of chlorpheniramine maleate IP 2mg and phenylephrine HCl IP 5mg drop/ml should not be used in children below four years of age. Centre slams TNFDA for delaying Sresan Pharma licence cancellation after Coldrif cough syrup kills 20 children
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Owner of Coldrif Cough Syrup Manufacturer Arrested After 21 Child Deaths in MP and Rajasthan
Sresan Pharmaceuticals owner Ranganathan was arrested in Chennai after 21 children died in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. Tests revealed Coldrif Cough Syrup contained 48.6% toxic diethylene glycol.
Cough syrup row: Owner of Sresan Pharmaceuticals, maker of Coldrif syrup, arrested over child deaths
S Ranganathan, owner of Sresan Pharmaceuticals, maker of Coldrif cough syrup, was detained in connection with the deaths of several children in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan.
Drugs worth Rs 23.84 cr seized, 6 held in Bengaluru
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Contaminated cough syrup, containing lethal diethylene glycol, caused child deaths in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, exposing critical flaws in India's pharmaceutical quality control. Multiple safeguards failed, from manufacturing to distribution, highlighting the urgent need for robust regulatory reforms and proactive prevention to ensure drug safety.
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Madhya Pradesh SIT conducts probe at factory, registered address of cough syrup maker in Tamil Nadu
The Chennai-based pharmaceutical company has been supplying the cough syrup 'Coldrif' to Puducherry, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan and also some others, sources said
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A seven-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) from Madhya Pradesh, led by an Assistant Commissioner of Police, conducted a probe at the factory of a drug manufacturer near Chennai on Wednesday to investigate the deaths of 20 children in Madhya Pradesh allegedly caused by contaminated cough syrup. The SIT later visited the companys registered office in Chennai to gather documents and CCTV footage. Officials said the factory owner had left the premises three days earlier. The Tamil Nadu police assisted the SIT during the inspections. The pharmaceutical company, based in Chennai, had supplied the cough syrup Coldrif to markets in Puducherry, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and other states. Earlier, the Tamil Nadu government had sealed the pharmaceutical factory in Kancheepuram district on Tuesday evening. Madhya Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Rajendra Shukla said on October 7 that 20 children had died from kidney failure after consuming the syrup. Tests conducted by the Tamil Nadu Food Safety and Drug Administration found the samples from the factory to be adulterated, following which production was ordered to stop immediately. Five children remain critical after contaminated cough syrup claims 20 lives The state government also banned the sale of Coldrif from October 1 and directed that all stocks be removed from the market. The company has not yet issued any statement. 'Public alert - stop use notice' against two cough syrups in Telangana Meanwhile, the Telangana Drugs Control Administration issued a public alert stop use notice for two other syrups -- Relife and Respifresh TR -- manufactured by Gujarat-based firms, after laboratory tests in Madhya Pradesh detected the toxic chemical Diethylene Glycol (DEG). Authorities urged the public to stop using these products and report them to local drug control offices. The incident came to light after six children, aged between one and seven, from different parts of the Parasia area (also known as Koylanchal for its coal mining activity), died from kidney-related complications after consuming adulterated cough syrup. The children initially suffered from cold and mild fever. Local doctors prescribed routine medications, including cough syrups. After taking the medicines, the children initially appeared to recover, but within days their symptoms returned, accompanied by a sharp decline in urine output. Dr Praveen Soni , who prescribed the syrup to kids in Madhya Pradesh, has been arrested on charges of negligence. However, the Indian Medical Association (IMA) defended Soni , arguing that systemic lapses by the pharmaceutical company and regulatory authorities also contributed to the tragedy. The IMA has demanded strict action against those responsible for the deaths linked to contaminated cough syrup, compensation for affected families, and support for the doctor. It criticised the poor drug regulations and mishandling of the case. Tests suggest the syrup contained toxic chemicals and was wrongly sold for children under four. The Madhya Pradesh government has suspended two drug inspectors and a deputy director, and transferred the state drug controller. The Union Health Ministry found one of ten syrup samples failed quality tests and has launched inspections in six states. Several states, including Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh, have banned Coldrif syrup and seized contaminated batches. The Punjab and Himachal Pradesh governments have also banned the sale, distribution and use of Coldrif cough syrup. Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh have started safety drives and surveys, while opposition parties have demanded accountability and a judicial probe into the regulatory lapses behind the tragedy. A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Supreme Court demanding a CBI probe and sweeping reforms in Indias drug safety framework following the incident. (With inputs from PTI)
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Five children remain critical after contaminated cough syrup claims 20 lives
At least 20 children have died in Madhya Pradesh after consuming the toxic Coldrif cough syrup, while five more children remain in critical condition undergoing treatment in neighbouring Nagpur, officials confirmed. The development has prompted heightened scrutiny of the manufacturer and regulatory processes across multiple states. Most victims were from Chhindwara district, with two from Betul and one from Pandhurna. The children reportedly developed kidney failure after consuming the syrup manufactured by Sresan Pharmaceuticals, a company based in Kancheepuram, Tamil Nadu. Deputy Chief Minister and Health Minister Rajendra Shukla said that of the five critically ill children in Nagpur, two are admitted at AIIMS, two in a government hospital, and one in a private hospital, adding that everyone is trying their best to save their lives. Shukla met with families of the affected children during his visit to Nagpur. A police team from Chhindwara has reached Kancheepuram to arrest the owner of the company that produced the contaminated syrup. The Madhya Pradesh Police have also formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) and registered a case against the manufacturer. Dr. Praveen Soni , who prescribed the syrup, has been arrested on charges of negligence. However, Indian Medical Association president Dr. Dilip Bhanushali defended Soni , arguing that systemic lapses by the pharmaceutical company and regulatory authorities also contributed to the tragedy. 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 had said they are concerned with the incompetence and inadequacy of the drug regulatory system in the country and mishandling of this unfortunate incident. Preliminary investigations suggest that the syrup may have contained toxic chemicals, and authorities noted that the product should not have been prescribed to children under four years, yet was being sold freely. In response, the Madhya Pradesh government has taken administrative action, suspending two drug inspectors and a deputy director of the Food & Drug Administration, and transferring Drug Controller Dinesh Maurya. The Union Health Ministry said 19 samples of the syrup have been collected for testing. Of the 10 reports received so far, one failed quality standards, while the remaining met regulatory norms. The ministry has also initiated risk-based inspections of pharmaceutical units in six states to identify potential lapses in production and testing processes. The crisis has widened beyond Madhya Pradesh, with similar cases reported in Rajasthan. Several states, including Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, and Uttar Pradesh, have banned Coldrif syrup, seized contaminated batches, and launched investigations into its distribution. The Maharashtra FDA has also restricted the sale and use of Batch No. SR-13, which was found contaminated. States have begun implementing stricter safety measures. Rajasthan has started door-to-door surveys, awareness campaigns, and technical committees to investigate child health issues, while also mandating special warning labels on syrups harmful to children and pregnant women. Uttar Pradesh has seized contaminated batches and other products from the same manufacturer following nationwide alerts. Families of the victims remain devastated. Opposition leaders have demanded accountability and a judicial inquiry into the tragedy. Congress had said that a government probe alone cannot uncover the full truth and called for an independent investigation into systemic failures in drug regulation that may have contributed to the deaths. Cough-syrup deaths: Congress demands judicial probe, compensation for deceased's families
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Police bust gang that hacked mobile phones to commit fraudulent online purchases
Eight people have been arrested by Bhayandar Police for committing large-scale online frauds by hacking mobile phones using fake applications, officials said. The accused obtained OTPs and sensitive bank details from unsuspecting citizens after infecting their phones through fraudulent links. They then used these details to purchase expensive mobile phones through Flipkart and later sold the phones to other people, said an official release. Police began investigating the case in September after officers Sanjay Shipane and Ravindra Wagh found Rinkukumar Shriramjilal Bairwa from Rajasthan in possession of 11 high-end mobile phones under suspicious circumstances. Bairwa had allegedly hacked some people's bank accounts and purchased mobile phones worth Rs 4.77 lakh on Flipkart. Delhi cops nab gang for duping people through mule accounts, crypto wallets A case was registered against Bairwa after a complaint was filed by InstaKart Services Pvt Ltd. Investigation later revealed that Bairwa was part of an inter-state gang which hacked phones using phishing links and enabling features such as call and SMS forwarding, UPI PIN grabbing and Gmail access, the release said. Acting on intelligence, police arrested six persons from Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Navi Mumbai and Bhiwandi, and later caught main accused Hardy alias Prince Kamlesh Sajnani in Chhattisgarh on October 6. Police also seized 107 high-end mobile phones from their possession. Further probe is underway, the release said. (With inputs from PTI) Caught in a virtual web: The rise of 'digital arrest' scams in India
Cough Syrup Row: Centre to cancel 'toxic' Coldrif maker license? Tamil Nadu's FDA to decide on...
Coldrif, a cough syrup manufactured by Sresan Pharmaceuticals in Tamil Nadu's Kancheepuram, has been linked to the deaths of more than 20 children in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. The company's factory was shut down and its license was recommended for cancellation.
Arunachal govt bans sale of Coldrif cough syrup
ITANAGAR: The Arunachal Pradesh government has banned the sale and use of Coldrif cough syrup in the wake of the death of 14 children in Madhya Pradesh, linked to consumption of the medicine, an official said on Wednesday. The Arunachal Pradesh Drugs Control has issued an advisory prohibiting the sale, distribution, and stock of Coldrif cough syrup, manufactured by Sresan Pharmaceutical, the official said. The advisory has been issued following reports linking the cough syrup to child deaths in other states, including Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan, and a general advisory for rational use of the cough syrup in the paediatric population by the Director General of Health Services, Government of India, Arunachal Pradesh Drugs Controller Dr Komling Perme said. Cough syrup deaths: Punjab and HP governments ban Coldrif The Health Department has directed stockists/retailers that the product should not be purchased, sold, or stocked for public consumption. If the stockists/retailers are in possession of the product, they must report it to the local drugs control authority immediately, the official said. The advisory also directed physicians in both government and private hospitals to be on vigil while prescribing cough syrup to children. Meanwhile, the department has advised the general public to avoid consumption of the cough syrup.
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PIL filed in Supreme Court seeks inquiry into toxic cough syrup deaths of 14
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Centre okays Rs 707 cr relief for Assam, Gujarat
NEW DELHI: A high-level committee of the Ministry of Home Affairs, headed by Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday approved additional central assistance of over Rs 707 crore for Assam and Gujarat, which were severely affected by floods and landslides in 2024. This assistance is being provided by the NDRF, subject to a 50% adjustment of the opening balance available in the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF). The committee also sanctioned Rs 903 crore to Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan under the National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF) for the expansion and modernisation of fire services. Out of Rs 707.97 crore, Rs 313.69 crore has been approved for Assam and Rs 394.28 crore for Gujarat, the MHA said in a statement. Of the amount allotted for Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan, Rs 676.33 crore will come as central assistance. The share of the three states is as follows: Rs 117.19 crore for Haryana, Rs 397.54 crore for Madhya Pradesh, and Rs 388.94 crore for Rajasthan. The home minister said the Centre under the prime ministers leadership is standing shoulder to shoulder with the State Governments during natural calamities and disasters and providing all necessary support. It is essential to note that this additional assistance is in addition to the funds already released by the Centre to the States under the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF), which are already at the disposal of the States. The MHA further added that the Union government has released Rs 13,603.20 crore to 27 states under SDRF and Rs 2,024.04 crore under NDRF to 12 states. Moreover, Rs 4,571.30 crore has been released from the State Disaster Mitigation Fund (SDMF) to 21 states, and Rs 372.09 crore from the National Disaster Mitigation Fund (NDMF) to nine states, the ministry said.
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'Moment of immense pride': Honorary Lieutenant Colonel Mohanlal felicitated by Army chief
The Chief of Army Staff on Tuesday felicitated Lieutenant Colonel (Honorary) Mohanlal, one of India's most celebrated actors and an Honorary Officer of the Indian Army, for his outstanding contribution to society and his continued association with the armed forces. The Indian Army in a statement said, In recognition of his spirit of service, philanthropy and unwavering respect for the uniform, the Chief of Army Staff presented Lt Col (Hony) Mohanlal with the Chief of Army Staff Commendation Card. Conferred with the honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Territorial Army in May 2009, Mohanlal has remained deeply connected with the Indian Army, embodying the values of service, discipline and national pride. His dedication was notably visible during his voluntary contribution to relief efforts during the Wayanad natural disaster in August 2024, it said. Beyond cinema, Lt Col (Hony) Mohanlal has been a tireless advocate of social causes through the ViswaSanthi Foundation, which supports education, healthcare, skill development, environmental conservation and welfare initiatives across India, the Army added. Mohanlal later tweeted, Today, I had the honour of being called by the Chief of the Army Staff, General Upendra Dwivedi, PVSM, AVSM, to the Army Headquarters, where I was awarded the COAS Commendation Card in the presence of seven Army Commanders. He added, Receiving this recognition as an Honorary Lieutenant Colonel is a moment of immense pride and gratitude. I remain deeply thankful to General Upendra Dwivedi, the entire Indian Army, and my parent unit of the Territorial Army for this honour and their unwavering support. Jai Hind. A recipient of the Padma Shri (2001), Padma Bhushan (2019) and Dadasaheb Phalke Award (2025), Mohanlal's illustrious artistic journey of over four decades, spanning more than 400 films in Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Hindi, has inspired millions across India. Members of the Territorial Army (TA) serve for a limited period every year. As per its website, the TA is a part of the regular Army and its present role is to relieve the regular Army from static duties, assist the civil administration in dealing with natural calamities and maintenance of essential services in situations where life of the communities is affected or the security of the country is threatened and provide units for the regular Army as and when required. TA units were actively involved in the 1962, 1965 and 1971 operations. The Terriers have also taken part in operations in Sri Lanka, Punjab, J&K and the North East in a most active manner. The TA has come to the aid of civil authorities during natural calamities like the earthquake in Latur (Maharashtra), Uttarkashi in Garhwal Himalaya and the Super Cyclone in Odisha. Their ecological units have countered man-made environmental degradation by planting around six crore and 65 lakh trees over 66,000 hectares of land in Mussoorie Hills & Pithoragarh (UK), Shimla (HP), Jaisalmer (Rajasthan), Bhatti Mines (Delhi), Charduar, Kokrajhar (Assam) and Samba (J&K). Officers and men of the TA have been decorated for their gallantry and distinguished services. Many industrialists, politicians and eminent personalities have been members of the TA.
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Jaipur hospital fire: Removed official says he warned about safety issues at trauma centre
JAIPUR: Following the devastating fire at the trauma centre of Jaipur's Sawai Man Singh Hospital that claimed six lives, an official, who has been since been removed as in-charge of the unit, alleged that he had warned higher authorities about poor maintenance and construction work that had made the centre unsafe. He also stated that no concrete action was taken to address the alarming situation. A massive fire blazed through the neuro ICU on the second floor of the trauma centre on Sunday night, killing six of the 11 patients on critical care support. Fourteen patients from another ICU on the same floor were also evacuated, and two of them later died. However, the hospital administration has maintained that the deaths due to fire were six. Taking action in the matter, the state government removed Dr Sushil Bhati, superintendent of SMS hospital, and Dr Anurag Dhakad, trauma centre in-charge and nodal officer, from their posts on Monday and replaced by Dr Mrinal Joshi and Dr B L Yadav, respectively. The hospital's executive engineer, Mukesh Singhal, was also suspended. The tender of the fire safety firm has been cancelled, and legal proceedings have been initiated against the company. SMS hospital is Rajasthan's biggest government health facility, treating patients from across the state and elsewhere. Dr Anurag Dhakad claimed that he wrote several letters to the SMS Hospital superintendent and other authorities concerned multiple times, cautioning about the presence of electric current in the walls, leaking roofs and serious faults in the electrical panels had made the trauma centre unsafe. The most recent letter, he said, was written on October 3, just two days before the fire, raising concern about the duct and electrical panel. The ongoing construction work of the neuro operation theatre on the upper floor has damaged the VRV system, duct and electrical panel. There is a strong possibility of these being further damaged by falling debris. If any of this machinery is damaged, full responsibility will lie with the concerned department, the letter mentioned. Last month, too, he wrote a letter and warned that rainwater seepage from the construction area above was creating dangerous conditions inside the operating theatres. Due to leakage, dampness has developed, and because of this, current is spreading through the OT walls and switchboards. This poses a risk of mishap to doctors, employees and patients, he said in the letter dated September 9. I had written multiple letters to the higher authorities regarding various serious issues pertaining to maintenance and potential dangers, he told PTI. He said that it was for the higher authorities and departments concerned to take action on the issues raised in the letters, but no concrete action was taken. A senior official said an inquiry has been ordered to ascertain the cause of the fire and to examine whether prior warnings about electrical and safety hazards were ignored. Those who died in the incident were Pintu, Dilip, Bahadur, Shrinath, Rukmini and Kusuma. The state government has announced a compensation of Rs 10 lakh each for the families of the victims. The family members and attendants of the patients on Monday alleged that the hospital staff ran away when the fire broke out, leaving the patients in the middle of the fire and smoke. Some of them claimed that they had alerted the staff about suspicions of fire, but they ignored it. Moments later, the fire broke out in the store room of the ICU. Anguished relatives also held a brief protest and alleged that authorities were negligent, ignoring warnings and fleeing instead of rescuing the ailing and sick. Among them was Rukmini's son Joginder. My mother was recovering and was supposed to be fine. But this disaster happened. When the smoke started, there were 15 to 16 people in the ward. People were trying to evacuate their own patients, he said on Monday. No one helped my mother. My elder brother grabbed a torch from the hospital staff, found our mother, and brought her out. No one went to help her. I could not save her and could not do anything, he told reporters. Omprakash, whose brother Pintu was killed, said the fire spread rapidly. My brother was still inside. It took an hour and a half before they managed to pull Pintu out of the room. His body was not burned, but his face was completely blackened from the smoke. When we took him outside, there were no doctors present, he alleged. However, officials maintained hospital staff and attendants evacuated patients and wheeled them outside the trauma centre, which is in front of the main hospital building on busy Tonk Road. Vikas, a ward boy who was at the scene, told PTI that he and other staff members rescued as many people as they could before the billowing flames and smoke made it impossible for them to do so. The fire was eventually brought under control only after about two hours. CM Bhajanlal Sharma visited the hospital at night and held discussions with the officers. He instructed them to make all possible arrangements for the safety and proper treatment of the patients. Later, several ministers as well as opposition party leaders visited the hospital. PM Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah were among the other leaders who expressed deep condolences.
Rajasthan High Court Quashes Ex-Parte Divorce Over Invalid Summons Service
The Court held that refusal of a summons by the mother of an adult son, without a clear finding on her authority, does not constitute sufficient service under the CPC
As the courts increasingly see a generation of Gen Z lawyers and litigants enter their halls, they must modernise their modes of communication. The rigid and antiquated language of the courtroom risks alienating the very public it serves.
Coldrif row: Why this deadly cough syrup led to many deaths? Know which states have banned it
A cough syrup has become a new villain in many states, as it has led to the deaths of over 14 children in Madhya Pradesh's Chindwara and Rajasthan. Coldrif has now been banned in several states. The syrup has received backlash after the death of children, in which investigations have been going on.
RPSC AE prelims question papers released at rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in; check steps to download and more
The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) has released the question papers for the Assistant Engineer Combined Competitive (Preliminary) Examination 2024. Held from September 28-30, 2025, for 1,014 vacancies, the papers are available on the RPSC website for candidates to review the exam pattern and prepare for future recruitments.
Congress demands judicial probe, compensation for deceased`s families
The opposition party also accused the governments in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan of giving a clean chit to the companies that had manufactured the cough syrup that was allegedly responsible for the deaths of the children
Gujarat government cracks down on two pharmaceutical companies amid cough syrup scare
The Gujarat government has cracked down on two pharmaceutical companies after multiple cough syrup samples manufactured in the state were found to be Not of Standard Quality (NSQ). 16 children died from kidney failure in Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh, allegedly linked to toxic cough syrups. Alarming reports from Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan raised concerns about drug safety and regulatory vigilance. Investigations by the Gujarat Food and Drug Department revealed that two Gujarat-made syrups, Re-Life and Respifresh TR, are Not of Standard Quality. Both syrups were manufactured in Gujarat Re-Life by M/s Shape Pharma Pvt. Ltd. in Surendranagars Muli taluka, and Respifresh TR by M/s Rednex Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd. in Ahmedabads Bavla taluka. Health Minister Hrishikesh Patel confirmed the sweeping action, stating, The Gujarat government will ensure that not a single unsafe bottle remains in circulation. FDCA officials have been directed to monitor the process till the last bottle is withdrawn. The Food and Drug Control Authority (FDCA) has imposed a blanket ban on the sale, supply, and distribution of both syrups. Distributors, wholesalers, and retailers are now under strict watch, with Assistant Commissioners tasked to oversee the recall and submit daily progress reports to the Joint Commissioner (Drugs). To prevent further risk, the government has also ordered a comprehensive probe into all cough syrup producers in Gujarat. There are currently 624 licensed oral liquid manufacturers operating across the state, many of whom supply products both domestically and nationally. Between October 3 and 5, the FDCA, in collaboration with the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO), conducted risk-based joint inspections of Shape Pharma and Rednex Pharmaceuticals. During the operation, 14 additional syrup samples, three from Shape and eleven from Rednex, were seized and sent to government laboratories for detailed chemical analysis. Action will follow once test results are confirmed. Minister Patel stressed that the states priority is public health and patient safety, asserting that the FDCA has issued strict instructions to all district drug commissioners to conduct intense inspections of every oral liquid and cough syrup unit in their jurisdiction. He added, The Gujarat government will leave no loophole when it comes to the safety, quality, and efficacy of medicines. Every firm in violation will face decisive action.
NEW DELHI: The Congress on Tuesday alleged that the government's import policy for yellow peas has eaped substantial profits for the Adani Group with farmers suffering huge losses. Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh said this was yet another clear example of how the so-called 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' has been reduced to 'Modani-nirbhar Bharat'. He said that in 2014-25, India imported over 67 lakh tonnes of pulses, of which approximately 30 lakh tonnes were yellow peas, which is considered a substitute to pulses. Ramesh pointed out that due to the absence of import duty on yellow peas, imported peas are reaching the market at a significantly lower price compared to domestic pulses. The price of imported peas is Rs 3,500 per quintal, which is roughly half the MSP of Rs 7,000-8,000 per quintal for domestic pulses. As a result, cheap imports have flooded the market, making it impossible for domestic pulses to compete, rendering them unprofitable for farmers in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Uttar Pradesh, he said in a post on X. ! 2024-25 67 , 30 , Jairam Ramesh (@Jairam_Ramesh) October 7, 2025 While farmers are suffering huge losses, the largest importer of yellow peas the Adani Group has reaped substantial profits, Ramesh claimed. There was no immediate reaction from the government or the Adani Group on the Congress' claims. To curb high food inflation, the 50 per cent basic customs duty on yellow peas was emporarily removed in December 2023; however, despite repeated appeals from farmers, the government has continued with this decision, Ramesh said. Even institutions like the Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP), NITI Aayog, and the Supreme Court have advised imposing restrictions on unrestricted imports to protect farmers. Yet, the central government ignored these warnings and continued the customs duty exemption on yellow peas, he said, adding that now, this exemption has been extended until March 2026. This is yet another clear example of how the so-called 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' has, in reality, become a 'Modani-Nirbhar Bharat, Ramesh said. Modani ki peeli daal mein kuch toh kaala hai, he said in his post in Hindi, taking a dig at the Adani Group and the central government.
Vaibhav dials Royals official at 5am, leaves him baffled with question
Rajasthan Royals and India U-19 batter Vaibhav Suryavanshi made a desperate call to the IPL franchise's Director of High Performance Zubin Bharucha from Australia with a curious query. Despite being woken up early, the conversation left a smile on Bharucha's face while highlighting the youngster's hunger for runs.
Punjab Bans 'Adulterated' Coldrif Syrup After 15 Children Die In Madhya Pradesh
Tamil Nadu, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, and Telangana have issued advisories and banned the Coldrif cough syrup.
PIL in SC seeks court-monitored probe into Toxic Cough Syrup Deaths
New Delhi, Oct 7: A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Supreme Court following multiple child deaths in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan, allegedly caused by consumption of contaminated cough syrups. The petition seeks an independent, court-monitored investigation and a complete overhaul of Indias drug safety framework. Filed by advocate Vishal Tiwari, the [] The post PIL in SC seeks court-monitored probe into Toxic Cough Syrup Deaths appeared first on Northlines .
PIL in Supreme Court seeks CBI probe, national drug safety review over cough syrup deaths
A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Supreme Court demanding a CBI probe and sweeping reforms in Indias drug safety framework following the reported deaths of children in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan due to allegedly toxic cough syrups. Filed by advocate Vishal Tiwari, the plea seeks a court-monitored investigation and the formation of a National Judicial Commission or Expert Committee led by a retired Supreme Court judge to ensure accountability. The petition calls for all related FIRs and state-level probes to be handed over to the CBI, citing fragmented investigations and regulatory lapses that have allowed unsafe medicines to reach consumers. Amid growing concern over the deaths, the PIL urges the Centre to constitute a national-level body to probe systemic regulatory failures and to direct mandatory toxicological testing of all suspect drugs through NABL-accredited labs before further sale or export. (With inputs from PTI) Cough syrup-children death link probe: MP govt transfers state drug controller, suspends three others
We Don't Forget: Rohit Godara Gang Claims They Killed Rajasthan Businessman
A member of the Rohit Godara gang, which is active across western Rajasthan, said they orchestrated the murder of 40-year-old Ramesh Rulania.
Rajasthan Businessman Shot Dead At Gym, Police Suspect Rohit Godara Gang Link
A 40-year-old businessman was shot dead by an unidentified assailant while working out at a gym in Rajasthans Kuchaman. Police suspect the murder is linked to an extortion threat.
Karnataka bars cough, cold syrups to children under two
BENGALURU: After reports of child deaths linked to the consumption of certain cough syrups in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan, the state government has advised both government and private healthcare institutions not to prescribe cough and cold syrups to children below the age of two years. In its advisory dated October 6, regarding the rational use of cough syrups in children, the Director of Department of Health and Family Welfare Services, said, For children between 2 to 5 years of age, such medications should generally be avoided, unless clearly indicated and prescribed after proper clinical evaluation. The circular recalled the Union Health Ministrys advisory dated October 3, which expressed concern over the irrational use of cough syrups in children. For older children, cough syrups, if required, must be used only after thorough clinical assessment, in the lowest effective dose and for the shortest duration, and fixed dose. Also, multi-drug combinations (irrational combinations, oral bronchodilators, cough suppressants) should be avoided, the director said, adding that all healthcare providers shall adhere to the Standard Treatment Protocols / Therapeutic Guidelines issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and the Integrated Management of Neonatal and Childhood Illness (IMNCI) guidelines for the clinical management of cough and respiratory symptoms in children. Further, the advisory directed that no cough suppressants should be used and Bronchodilators should be used only as inhalers and not in tablet or liquid form. He suggested that non-pharmacological measures such as adequate hydration, rest, supportive measures and a nutritious diet should be encouraged. Directing the healthcare facilities to ensure procurement of products only from Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)-compliant licensed manufacturers, the district and taluk health authorities were asked to ensure wide dissemination of the advisory among paediatricians, general practitioners, pharmacists, and nursing staff and health institutions under their jurisdiction. The director asked officers to conduct random inspections to ensure compliance with the instructions and that the violations, irrational prescription, over-the-counter or use of unapproved fixed-dose combinations will attract action under the Karnataka Private Medical Establishments (KPME) Act, 2007, as well as under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 and Rules, 1945. Any adverse events or suspected cases of cough syrup-related toxicity or death, as well as any unusual or unexplained increase in incidence of cough among children or the community, must be promptly investigated and reported in the IHIP (Integrated Health Information Platform) portal of the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme (IDSP) Division, Directorate of Health & Family Welfare, the director said in the circular.
Showers drench north India, fresh snowfall in J-K; toll in north Bengal landslides rises to 28
NEW DELHI, Oct 6: Rain lashed parts of Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, and Rajasthan, while fresh snowfall was reported in the higher reaches of Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir, causing the mercury to drop in several northern states on Monday. In West Bengal, the death toll in Darjeeling landslides rose to 28 on Monday with six people still missing, as rescue teams battled rising waters across the hills. The disaster has also ignited a fierce political confrontation between the ruling [] The post Showers drench north India, fresh snowfall in J-K; toll in north Bengal landslides rises to 28 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Karnataka Bans Cough, Cold Syrups For Children Under 2 Years
The Karnataka Health Department on Monday issued an advisory to healthcare institutions in the state not to prescribe or dispense cough and cold syrups to children below the age of two, following child deaths in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan.
Eight critically ill patients perished in a devastating fire at Jaipur's SMS Medical College Neuro ICU late Sunday. The blaze, suspected to be a short-circuit, spread rapidly, with allegations of delayed response and staff fleeing. The Rajasthan government has announced compensation and ordered a safety audit, suspending officials and cancelling a fire safety agency's contract.
New Delhi, October 06:The voting for assembly bypolls in eight constituencies in Jammu and Kashmir, Rajasthan, Jharkhand, Telangana, Punjab, Odisha and Mizoram will be held on November 11, Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar announced on Monday. The counting of votes will be done on November 14. The assembly bypolls in J-K, Odisha, Jharkhand, Mizoram, [] The post Schedule for Bye-election to 8 (Eight) Assembly Constituencies of Jammu and Kashmir, Rajasthan, Jharkhand, Telangana, Punjab, Mizoram and Odisha appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Rajasthan women break social barriers through filmmaking
Women of all ages, once bound by the shackles of child marriage, are scripting new futures one frame at a time
Seven dead in Rajasthan hospital fire; probe panel formed
PM Modi expresses grief JAIPUR: Seven people lost their lives in a fire allegedly caused by a short circuit at the trauma centre of Sawai Man Singh Hospital in Jaipur on Sunday night. Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to X to express sorrow over the tragic incident. The loss of lives due to a fire []
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
Cough syrup deaths: NHRC issues notices to 3 states, DCGI
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 .
Dont prescribe cough, cold syrups to children below 2 yrs: Karnataka govt
Bengaluru: The Karnataka Health Department on Monday issued an advisory to healthcare institutions in the state not to prescribe or dispense cough and cold syrups to children below the age of two, following incidents of child deaths due to consumption of syrups in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. The department has also cautioned all health authorities, 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 .
By-elections for 8 assembly constituencies scheduled for November 11
The assembly bypolls in J-K, Odisha, Jharkhand, Mizoram, Punjab, Telangana and Rajasthan will be held on November 11; the counting of votes will be done on November 14, Kumar said at a press conference in Delhi
Andhra Pradesh, Rajasthan officials exchange ideas on governance and development practices
Sunil Joshi Likely To Take Over As CoE Spin Bowling Coach After Leaving PBKS
Nooshin Al Khadeer: Former India left-arm spinner Sunil Joshi is likely to take over as the spin bowling coach at the BCCIs Centre of Excellence (CoE), following his departure from IPL side Punjab Kings. Joshi, who also served as a member of the senior mens selection committee and was briefly the panel chairman, represented India in 15 Tests and 69 ODIs between 1996 and 2002. He was a part of the Punjab Kings coaching staff as a spin bowling coach before IPL 2023 began. There were people like Nooshin Al Khadeer, Rakesh Dhruv, Pritam Gandhe and Saurasish Lahiri in contention, but Joshi's elite expertise as a coach in domestic, international and IPL teams, apart from being a Test player, made him a standout pick for the role. Once his offer at the CoE was confirmed, Joshi stepped down from his role at Punjab Kings, which came to the light on Monday afternoon. He will now link up with the CoE, said sources aware of the development to IANS on Monday. Most recently, Joshi was involved with the India 'A' side as the bowling coach during their recently concluded red-ball and white-ball games against Australia A in Lucknow and Kanpur. At CoE, Joshi will replace Sairaj Bahutule, who had left the role to join Rajasthan Royals as their spin-bowling coach ahead of IPL 2025. Joshi also coached Uttar Pradesh during the domestic season and has previously served as spin consultant for Bangladesh mens team. His appointment at the CoE would see him play a key role in mentoring Indias spin talent across levels. Most recently, Joshi was involved with the India 'A' side as the bowling coach during their recently concluded red-ball and white-ball games against Australia A in Lucknow and Kanpur. At CoE, Joshi will replace Sairaj Bahutule, who had left the role to join Rajasthan Royals as their spin-bowling coach ahead of IPL 2025. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score His responsibilities at CoE will see him being tasked with player development across levels, in line with the mandate for all coaches there. He will also coordinate with national selectors for participating in talent identification plans aimed at strengthening Indias spin bowling pipeline. Article Source: IANS
Bypolls In 8 Assembly Seats Across 7 States To Be Held On November 11
The voting for assembly bypolls in eight constituencies in Jammu and Kashmir, Odisha, Jharkhand, Mizoram, Punjab, Telangana and Rajasthan will be held on November 11, Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar announced on Monday.
National Human Rights Commission has issued notices to four states and the Drug Controller General following child deaths linked to cough syrups. Several states have banned the syrup, and the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation is investigating the manufacturer, Sresan Pharmaceuticals.
Bypolls in J-K, Odisha, Jharkhand, Mizoram, Punjab, Telangana, Rajasthan on Nov 11: CEC
Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar announced on Monday that assembly bypolls in eight constituencies across Jammu and Kashmir, Odisha, Jharkhand, Mizoram, Punjab, Telangana, and Rajasthan will be held on November 11. The counting of votes is scheduled for November 14.
Rajasthan: Six killed as fire breaks out at hospital in Jaipur
Jaipur: A massive fire blazed through the neuro ICU of Jaipurs state-run Sawai Man Singh (SMS) Hospital in the dead of the night, killing six patients on critical care support, officials said on Monday. Eleven patients were being treated in the ICU at the time, said trauma centre in-charge Dr Anurag Dakhad. The fire, which 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 .
Civil society demands immediate and unconditional release of Sonam Wangchuk
Jammu October 6: The Civil Society R.S.Pura, Jammu held a large protest demonstration demanding immediate and unconditional release of the prominent environmentalist, Sonam Wangchuk detained at Jodhpur Jail (Rajasthan) under the infamous Draconian Law called National Security Act (NSA). Kishor Kumar, Chairman, S. Ravinder Singh, Vice Chairman: Ch. Mohan Kisan Leader, Civil Society R.S.Pura condemned [] The post Civil society demands immediate and unconditional release of Sonam Wangchuk appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Indian power regulator takes up solar firms' plea on losses due to transmission delays
India's power regulator admitted petitions from renewable energy developers. They seek compensation for losses due to transmission delays. ACME Solar and AMPIN Energy filed these claims. Power Grid and Central Transmission Utility must respond within six weeks. This decision could set a precedent for future energy projects. A hearing is scheduled for November 27. Rajasthan experienced power curtailment.
Kerala bans sale of medicines to children under 12 without prescription amid cough syrup scare
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The Kerala Health Department on Monday ordered that no medicines should be given to children under 12 without a doctors prescription, a move taken in the wake of concerns over certain cough syrups. The state has also set up a three-member expert panel to study the use of cough medicines in children and asked it to submit an urgent report, Health Minister Veena George said after a high-level meeting here. The panel includes the state drugs controller, the child health nodal officer and the state president of the Indian Academy of Paediatrics. Its findings will help formulate new guidelines on cough syrup use in children, the minister said in a statement. Issuing a strong directive on providing medicines to children under 12 without a prescription, George said that medicines should not be dispensed even using an old prescription. Directions have been issued to the Drugs Controller in this regard, and awareness efforts will also be strengthened. Since medicines for children are prescribed according to their body weight, a medicine given to one child must not be given to another. Doing so could cause more harm than benefit, she said. The statement said doctors informed the meeting that no problems related to cough syrup for children have been reported in Kerala. It added that strong awareness campaigns will be carried out to raise public understanding and address concerns. Directions have been issued to specifically check if there are any related cases. Training will also be provided to paediatricians and other doctors with the cooperation of the IAP, the statement said. Inspections are being conducted in the state under the leadership of the Drugs Control Department. Following reports that issues were found outside Kerala in the SR-13 batch of Coldrif syrup, its sale has been suspended in the state by the Drugs Control Department. That batch of medicines had been distributed in Tamil Nadu, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, and Puducherry. In Rajasthan, problems have also been identified with a cough syrup from another company. Fourteen children recently died in Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh, from suspected renal failure linked to the consumption of a 'toxic' cough syrup. It has been confirmed that the sale of these problematic batches has not taken place in Kerala. Coldrif medicines are sold in Kerala through eight distributors. Their supply and sale have now been stopped, the statement said. The meeting was attended by the Additional Chief Secretary of the Health Department, NHM State Mission Director, Drugs Controller, Director of the Health Department, Director of the Medical Education Department, Additional Directors, District Medical Officers, Child Health Nodal Officer, IAP President, and others.
Centre to Issue Guidelines on Rational Use of Cough Syrups After Child Deaths
New Delhi, Oct 6: Following the tragic deaths of 12 children in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan, allegedly linked to contaminated cough syrups, the Union Health Ministry is set to issue new guidelines on the rational use of cough medications, particularly for paediatric patients. The guidelines, aimed at parents, pharmacists, and healthcare providers, will soon be [] The post Centre to Issue Guidelines on Rational Use of Cough Syrups After Child Deaths appeared first on Northlines .
Maharashtra FDA flags Coldrif batch linked to child deaths in MP, Rajasthan
Earlier, the Tamil Nadu drug control authorities, in their report dated October 2, declared the Coldrif syrup sample, produced by Sresan Pharmaceuticals, Kancheepuram, as adulterated due to the presence of 48.6 per cent of diethylene glycol, a toxic substance which may render the contents injurious to health
Indian states to tap infra trusts to replicate New Delhi's success, sources say
Indian states are increasingly adopting Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs) to monetise assets, inspired by the federal government's success. States like Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Tamil Nadu are preparing independent InvITs, while Rajasthan explores pooling assets with NHAI. This strategy aims to attract wider investment, diversify infrastructure sectors, and recycle capital for new projects.
Maharashtra FDA flags Coldrif syrup batch linked to child deaths
Maharashtra FDA urged people to stop using Coldrif syrup batch SR-13. This follows child deaths in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. Tamil Nadu authorities found the syrup adulterated with diethylene glycol. Fourteen child deaths linked to the medicine occurred in Chhindwara. FDA officials are tracing distribution. Retailers and hospitals must freeze available stock. The syrup was made by Sresan Pharma.
Karnataka Govt Ask Officials to Keep Vigil Over Cough Syrups after Child Deaths in MP, Rajasthan
Amid concerns over the quality of cough syrups, the Union Health Ministry on Sunday underlined the need for all drug manufacturers to comply with the Revised Schedule M and warned that strict action would be taken against violators
Jaipur hospital fire tragedy: Grieving families allege negligence, Rajasthan govt orders probe
JAIPUR: The Trauma Centre of Jaipurs Sawai Mansingh (SMS) Hospital, the largest in Rajasthan, became the site of a heart-wrenching tragedy after a massive fire in its ICU claimed multiple lives on Sunday night. While survivors were seen tending to their injured relatives, grieving families of the deceased were inconsolable, their cries echoing off the hospitals corridors. Among the victims was 33-year-old Digambar, who had been admitted to the ICU following a road accident and was on oxygen support. When the fire broke out and the oxygen supply was cut, he died almost immediately. His family, devastated, sat for hours beside his body outside the hospital, sobbing uncontrollably. Another grieving family was that of Dilip, a patient who was scheduled to be discharged the next day. We were about to take him home. Now we are taking home his body, said a relative, as his mother wept inconsolably. Similarly, the family of Sarvesh, another victim, alleged ill-treatment by hospital and police authorities. Weve lost our loved one in this accident, and now they are refusing to hand over the body, they claimed, pleading for his remains. Eight patients killed in Jaipur's Sawai Man Singh hospital fire; probe ordered into alleged negligence Inside the ICU, amid suffocating smoke and chaos, families spoke of a scene of utter helplessness. According to several eyewitnesses, smoke had been noticed well before the fire erupted, and hospital staff were repeatedly alerted, but to no avail. We kept shouting that something was burning, but the staff ignored us. When the fire broke out, they all fled, said Sheru, a resident of Bharatpur, who managed to rescue his mother from the ICU, but not without injury. The plastic from the false ceiling melted, tube lights began to explode, and everything turned pitch black, he recounted. No one from the hospital came to help; we saved our patients ourselves. Sherus brother, Satvir Singh, who arrived at the hospital the next morning, was furious. My brother saved our mother on his own. The hospital paid no attention. He inhaled a lot of smoke and his condition deteriorated. In another harrowing account, Narendra Singh said he was having dinner downstairs when the fire broke out. By the time he rushed back up, his mother, who had been in the ICU, had died. There were no working fire extinguishers, no emergency systems in place, he said. Families allege that the fire began due to a short circuit, and the ICUs closed structure allowed toxic fumes to spread rapidly. Burnt equipment, melted wiring, and soot-covered walls bear testimony to the scale of the disaster. They also claim that fire extinguishers were either absent or non-functional and that hospital staff abandoned patients instead of helping. Protests erupted outside the Trauma Centre, with angry relatives demanding justice. Emotions flared when the Minister of State for Home Affairs, Jawahar Singh, visited the site. Families shouted, We warned about the smoke 20 minutes earlier, no one responded. All the doctors and staff ran away when the fire broke out. Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma has ordered a probe into the tragedy and announced the formation of a five-member committee, headed by Medical Department Commissioner Iqbal Khan. The committee has been instructed to complete its investigation and submit a report at the earliest. Meanwhile, former CM Ashok Gehlot visited SMS Hospital and met with the bereaved families. It is deeply regrettable that these families are still awaiting a response from the state government, he said. The government has shown no sensitivity. No official has even spoken to them. The Chief Minister must speak with the families and constitute a judicial commission to ensure justice. As the investigation begins, questions loom large over the hospitals preparedness, its safety protocols, and the broader accountability of those entrusted with protecting lives.
Uttarakhand bans cough syrups after nationwide alert over child deaths
DEHRADUN: In the wake of tragic child fatalities linked to cough syrups across several Indian states, the Uttarakhand Health Department has moved into high alert, prompting the state government to impose an immediate ban on the sale of two specific cough syrups Coldreaf and those containing Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide. This decisive action follows the emergence of two more child death cases in Madhya Pradesh on Sunday, triggering swift regulatory intervention in the Himalayan state. The state government is fully alert regarding the health of our children, and these immediate restrictions have been enforced as a historic precaution, said Dr R Rajesh Kumar, Secretary of Health, speaking to The New Indian Express. Dr Kumar confirmed that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has been directed to carry out strict monitoring to ensure that the banned medicines do not re-enter the market. The Drug Controller has also ordered Drug Inspectors across all districts to seal existing stocks of these specific syrups in medical stores and initiate a full-scale recall. This proactive measure follows a nationwide advisory issued by the Central Government after similar incidents were reported in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. The central advisory warns against administering cough syrups to children under the age of two and advises extreme caution for those under four. Cough Syrup death toll rises to 13, Madhya Pradesh Police arrest doctor Uttarakhand had already issued its own advisory on Saturday, which led to the formal ban on the sale of Coldreaf and Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide-based syrups manufactured in Tamil Nadu and Rajasthan. Sunday's crackdown involved extensive raids on medical stores and hospitals. Additional Commissioner Tajwar Singh confirmed the ongoing inspection drive: So far, 49 samples have been collected from the factories of cough syrup manufacturers, medical stores, and government hospitals, and have been sent for laboratory testing. He added that, as a precautionary measure, syrups intended for adults are also being tested, ensuring comprehensive scrutiny of all manufacturers. Retailers and chemist associations have assured full compliance with the governments directive. Manish Nanda, District President of the Dehradun Chemists Association, told TNIE, Following the advisory issued across the state, we have removed the two banned cough syrups from all retailers and packed them for return to the companies. Members have also been instructed to remove the medicines from their own stock. Ravi Gupta, a pharmacist operating at Dwarka Chowk on East Canal Road in Dehradun, confirmed compliance: After the government order and advisory, we instantly removed the flagged and banned cough syrups from our shelves. As investigations and testing continue, authorities in Uttarakhand have reiterated their commitment to safeguarding public health and ensuring accountability across the supply chain. Doctors issue clarification on safe use of cough syrups in children
Rajasthan hospital fire: 6 patients dead in Jaipurs SMS trauma hospital ICU
SC asks Centre to consider plea by Sonam Wangchuks wife against husbands NSA detention
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court onMonday issued notice and sought responses from the Centre, Union Territory of Ladakh, Superintendent of Police Jodhpur Central jail, after hearing a plea of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk s wife, Dr Gitanjali Angmo, against his detention under the National Security Act (NSA) and seeking his release. While issuing notice to the Centre and other respondents, a two-judge bench of the top court, headed byJustice Aravind Kumar and Justice NV Anjaria, sought detailed responses from the respective (respondents) governments and posted the matter for further hearing to October 14, Tuesday. Senior advocate Kapil Sibal appearing for Wangchuks wife, Dr Angmo, told the apex court that the grounds of detention of Wangchuk have not been supplied to the family, and it should be served on her as soon as possible. Activist Sonam Wangchuks provocative statements incited Ladakh violence, says Centre The renowned climate activist, Sonam Wangchuk was accused of allegedly inciting a violent protest in Ladakh. During the course of the hearing on Monday, Sibal submitted that Wangchuks detention was illegal, as no grounds of arrest have been supplied. Without the grounds of detention, the detention order cannot be challenged, he added. The Solicitor General (SG) Tushar Mehta, senior law officer appearing for the Central govt, replied that the grounds of detention were already served to detenue (Wangchuk) and there is no legal requirement for the grounds of detention to be communicated to the wife. He, however, agreed to examine -- besides the legal requirements -- if there is any possibility to serve the copy of the grounds to his wife. Opposing the detention of Wangchuk under NSA, Sibal sought a direction from the top court for immediate interim relief on medical grounds. Replying to this, Mehta said that when the activist was produced for medical examination, Wangchuk stated that he was not on any medication. He, however, clarified that if any medical assistance were needed by him, they would be given. Sibal also sought a direction that Wangchuks wife should meet her husband. Mehta said that Angmo had already submitted a request to meet Wangchuk, and the same was being considered.This is all just to portray in media and in that region that he is deprived of medicines and access to wife. Just to create an emotive atmosphere. That's all, Mehta added. The petitioner, Dr Angmo, has filed the writ petition, through a habeus corpus plea, on Thursday, in the top court under Article 32 of the Indian Constitution and claimed that the arresting of her husband, Wangchuk was illegal. Wangchuk wasagitating for getting statehood and the UT's inclusion in the 6th Schedule. Ladakh DGP says Sonam Wangchuk is under probe for having Pak links; administration defends his transfer to Jodhpur jail The renowned climate activist, Wangchuk, was arrested on September 26 under the NSA in the wake of the protests which erupted in Ladakh over the demand for statehood for the region. Dr Angmo in her petition questioned the slapping of NSA against her husband as she claimed that his arrest was illegal and violation of rules. She added that there was no contact with her husband following his arrest. Dr Angmo, talking to Social media X (formerly known as Twitter), said she hassought relief from the Supreme Court through a Habeus Corpus petition against Wangchuk's detention. It is one week today (October 2). Still I have no information about Sonam Wangchuks health, the condition he is in nor the grounds of detention. On Wednesday, Dr Angmo also wrote to President Droupadi Murmu, seeking her intervention for the release of the climate activist . In the three-page letter, she alleged a witch hunt against her husband for taking up the cause of the people over the past four years. Terming the detention of Wangchuk as without cause, Dr Angmo questioned why she was not allowed to speak to Wangchuk over the phone or in person. I have sought relief from the SUPREME COURT OF INDIA through a HABEAS CORPUS petition against @Wangchuk66 s detention. It is one week today. Still I have no information about Sonam Wangchuks health, the condition he is in nor the grounds of detention. pic.twitter.com/P4EPzO630A Gitanjali J Angmo (@GitanjaliAngmo) October 3, 2025 The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) held Wangchuk responsible for inciting violence in Leh town. As per the case details, Wangchuk had been on a hunger strike since September 10, and when violence started in the town, he broke his fast and escaped from the spot in an ambulance. He was later detained under the NSA and shifted to Jodhpur central jail in Rajasthan. Besides, Dr Angmo -- the Leh Apex Body (LAB) and the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) , spearheading the agitation for statehood and the UT's inclusion in the 6th Schedule -- have strongly demanded the unconditional release of Wangchuk and all others detained.
Amit Shah expresses grief over Jaipur hospital ICU fire which claimed six lives
Six patients die in a fire at Jaipur`s Sawai Man Singh Hospital ICU, allegedly caused by a short circuit. Union Home Minister Amit Shah mourns victims. Relatives protest alleged negligence, while Rajasthan government sets up a six-member committee to investigate
Rajasthan hospital fire kills six patients; PM Modi expresses condolences
Trauma centre in-charge Dr Anurag Dhakad said 11 patients were being treated in the Neuro ICU when the fire erupted in the storage area, suspected to have been caused by a short circuit
PM Modi Condoles Loss of Lives in Jaipur Hospital Fire
Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma assured that the injured will receive proper treatment and care
6 Patients Killed In Rajasthan Hospital Fire, Kin Allege Staff Ignored Warnings; PM Condoles Deaths
Jaipur, Oct 6: Six critical patients were killed in a blaze at the trauma centre of the state-run Sawai Man Singh (SMS) Hospital in Jaipur late Sunday, officials said. Trauma centre in-charge Dr Anurag Dhakad said 11 patients were being treated in the Neuro ICU when the fire erupted in the storage area, suspected to have been caused by a short circuit. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief over the tragedy, saying in a post in Hindi on X, The [] The post 6 Patients Killed In Rajasthan Hospital Fire, Kin Allege Staff Ignored Warnings; PM Condoles Deaths appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
TRAGIC! Fire at trauma centre in SMS hospital claims 8 lives
A devastating fire broke out late last night at the Trauma Centre of Sawai Mansingh (SMS) Hospital in Jaipur, Rajasthan, claiming the lives of eight patients.
Had Come Down For Dinner: Man Who Lost Mother In Jaipur Hospital Fire
Eight patients have died in a fire at Rajasthan's biggest government hospital, Sawai Man Singh (SMS) Hospital in Jaipur. A short circuit is said to be the cause of the fire, which engulfed the ICU where 11 patients were being treated.
A massive fire broke out in the Trauma ICU of Jaipur's Sawai Man Singh (SMS) Hospital late Sunday night, claiming the lives of six patients.
