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Over 32,000 traffic E-Challan cases settled on day one of fine concession scheme

Over 32,000 traffic E-Challan cases settled on day one of fine concession scheme

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Over 32,000 traffic e-challan cases were settled on day one of Fine Concession scheme on Sunday. The Police Department collected ₹96.73 lakh through various prescribed modes of payment. The rebate of 50% was introduced by the State government for pending traffic e-challan cases registered by the police. The scheme came into effect on Sunday. The police said the initiative is intended to encourage motorists to clear long-pending traffic fines and improve compliance with traffic regulations. Published – June 22, 2026 12:08 am IST Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Ebola outbreak 2026: Cases rise in Congo, death toll crosses 180; here’s what we know so far

Ebola outbreak 2026: Cases rise in Congo, death toll crosses 180; here’s what we know so far

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The Democratic Republic of Congo’s Ebola outbreak has climbed to 782 confirmed cases and 181 deaths, health authorities said on Sunday, as the virus spread to new health zones in the country’s conflict-hit east and crossed into neighbouring Uganda. The current outbreak is being driven by the Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus. (Representative/AFP) According to Congo’s Ministry of Health, the outbreak has now affected two additional health zones, Nia-Nia in Ituri province and Mabalako in North Kivu — raising concerns about further transmission as authorities race to contain the virus. The outbreak was declared on May 15, though health officials have said the virus had likely been circulating undetected for weeks before it was identified. The current outbreak is being driven by the Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus, a rare variant for which there is currently no approved vaccine or specific treatment. This distinguishes it from the Zaire strain, which caused most of Congo’s previous Ebola outbreaks and for which vaccines and treatments are available. Health authorities said 56 people have recovered from …

Over 32,000 traffic E-Challan cases settled on day one of fine concession scheme

Thiruvananthapuram Corporation BJP councillor R. Sugathan faces 19 criminal cases

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R. Sugathan, the BJP councillor representing Vazhottukonam ward in Thiruvananthapuram Corporation, is facing as many as 19 criminal cases, including several serious charges such as attempted murder. According to details released by the Home department, 18 cases have been registered against him at the Vattiyurkavu police station and one case at Nedumangad police station. In all 19 cases, Sugathan has been named as the first accused. Among the charges are four cases of attempted murder, along with offences including rioting, causing hurt and criminal intimidation. The police have already filed charge sheets in 18 of the cases, official sources said. Prior to the latest instance in which provisions of the Kerala Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act (KAAPA) was invoked against Mr. Sugathan, the district authorities had previously issued externment orders against him in 2023 and 2025. The Vattiyurkavu police had recently arrested the councillor in a late-night dramatic operation after evading law for over a month following a temple clash. He is presently lodged under judicial remand in the Viyyur Central Prison. On Sunday, a protest …

Internet outraged by comedian Madhur Virli’s joke on rape cases amid Pranit More biryani row, demands strict action

Internet outraged by comedian Madhur Virli’s joke on rape cases amid Pranit More biryani row, demands strict action

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Comedian Pranit More, who rose to prominence after finishing as the second runner-up on Bigg Boss Season 19, sparked immense backlash in the last few days. It all began when a 23-year-old audience member from his show, Himanshu Jangra, said he went on a date with a woman and paid ₹370 for a plate of chicken biryani, and therefore deserved a “return” on his investment. (Also read: Amid Pranit More biryani row, another video of female doctor joking about male corpse’s private body parts surfaces) Madhur Virli’s comments on rape during a show has shocked many on social media. Madhur Virli’s comments prompts backlash Amid backlash for this, the internet has now found a video from stand-up comedian Madhur Virli’s 2024 show ‘Love & Latex’. A user uploaded the video on Instagram and wrote, “Please stop this nonsense, disgusting things in the name of comedy.” In the clip, he was seen commenting on rape cases. He made comments on what would happen in a scenario where out of 10 rape cases, one case involves murder …

Kerala reports seven more Shigella infections, total cases rise to 16

Kerala reports seven more Shigella infections, total cases rise to 16

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Seven more cases of Shigella infection have been confirmed among students in Kerala`s Wayanad district, taking the total number of infected children to 16, health officials said on Friday, reported the PTI. The officials have intensified disease surveillance, awareness campaigns and preventive measures as efforts continue to contain the outbreak. District Medical Officer Dr K T Rekha said the health condition of all 16 infected students is currently satisfactory. She advised that children showing symptoms should minimise contact with others to prevent further spread of the infection. Parents have also been urged to seek medical attention immediately if new symptoms develop and avoid self-medication, the news agency reported. The Health Department has strengthened infectious disease surveillance and stepped up preventive and awareness activities across the district. Officials have urged residents to strictly follow health advisories, maintain personal hygiene and ensure cleanliness of food, drinking water and surrounding areas. Cases reported beyond Wayanad According to the PTI, Kerala Health Minister K Muraleedharan recently said that new Shigella cases had also been reported from Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam and …

Monsoon triggers rise in Shigella, Chikungunya and influenza cases in Kerala

Monsoon triggers rise in Shigella, Chikungunya and influenza cases in Kerala

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As the monsoon gains strength across Kerala, health authorities are witnessing a surge in communicable diseases, with cases of Shigella, Chikungunya, influenza, leptospirosis and brain fever being reported from different parts of the state. According to data from the Directorate of Health Services (DHS), 24 people have died due to various communicable diseases since June 1. The department has also recorded 12 suspected deaths linked to infectious diseases during the same period, reported PTI. Shigella cases on the rise So far in June, Kerala has reported 38 confirmed Shigella cases and one death. Another 20 suspected cases have also been recorded.  Since January 1, 2026, the state has registered 114 confirmed Shigella infections, 80 suspected cases and two deaths. “However, the number of Shigella cases this year has increased substantially,” a health official said expressing concern over the growing number this year, reported the news agency. Shigella is a bacterial infection that causes diarrhoea, fever and stomach cramps. It usually spreads through contaminated food and water or through contact with infected individuals. Brain fever continues …

‘Gross abuse of process of law’: HC quashes Delhi Police, ED cases against NewsClick

‘Gross abuse of process of law’: HC quashes Delhi Police, ED cases against NewsClick

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Founder and Editor-in-Chief of NewsClick Prabir Purkayastha. File | Photo Credit: AP The Delhi High Court has quashed cases registered by the Delhi Police and the Enforcement Directorate against news portal NewsClick and its editor-in-chief Prabir Purkayastha in relation to alleged violation of FDI norms. In a judgement dated May 29, Justice Neena Bansal Krishna said the continuation of the FIR registered by the Delhi Police’s Economic Offences Wing was “nothing but a gross abuse of the process of law” and once the FIR under predicate offence was quashed, the ED’s Enforcement Case Information Report (ECIR) in the matter was also liable to be closed. The EOW’s 2020 FIR alleged that PPK Newsclick Studio Pvt Ltd, NewsClick’s parent company, received Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) of ₹9.59 crore from Worldwide Media Holdings LLC USA during the financial year 2018-19, in violation of the foreign investment law, which caused a loss to the government exchequer. It claimed that the investment was made by greatly overvaluing the shares of the company to avoid the alleged cap of 26% …

Over 32,000 traffic E-Challan cases settled on day one of fine concession scheme

Shigellosis cases rise to three in Wayanad; Health Minister reviews situation

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One more student tested positive for shigellosis, a bacterial infection caused by shigella, in Wayanad on Tuesday, taking the total number of confirmed cases to three. Following the outbreak among students of Mar Baselios AUP School at Koliyadi, Health Minister K. Muraleedharan visited those undergoing treatment at Taluk Headquarters Hospital, Sulthan Bathery. Mr. Muraleedharan visited various wards and interacted with students, including those undergoing treatment with symptoms of the disease, and their parents, to inquire about their condition. He said there was no cause for concern. The Minister also held discussions with doctors regarding the health condition of those undergoing treatment. Later, chairing a review meeting, Mr. Muraleedharan directed officials to prepare a special protocol for shigella treatment. He also instructed the authorities to conduct stringent inspections at roadside eateries and hotels found to be operating under unhygienic conditions and to ensure strict sanitation standards. The Minister said investigations were under way to identify the source of the infection. Over the past week, a large number of students from the school sought treatment after developing …

Doctor explains why food poisoning cases rise during summer and monsoon; shares safety guidelines

Doctor explains why food poisoning cases rise during summer and monsoon; shares safety guidelines

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Food poisoning during the summer and monsoon season is not just discomfort — it is a serious public health concern. As temperatures soar and humidity rises, foodborne illnesses spike dramatically across the country. Food poisoning is not always a mild health issue, cautions Dr Tandon. (Pexel) Also Read | Brain tumour myths vs facts: Neurosurgeon debunks 4 common myths on World Brain Tumour Day 2026 Knowing what causes food poisoning, how to recognise it, and what to do about it can make all the difference between a quick recovery and a dangerous complication, Dr Chirag Tandon, director of Internal Medicine at ShardaCare-Healthcity, told HT Lifestyle. He went on to share the ABC’s of food poisoning that all households should be aware of, to tackle the situation better should it ever arise. Why are summer and monsoon peak seasons for food poisoning? The rise in food poisoning cases in the hot and humid months is not random. According to Dr Tandon, the heat and humidity create ideal conditions for bacterial growth. “Pathogens such as Salmonella, E. …