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Govt permits pharmaceutical imports via Navi Mumbai Airport under new rules

Govt permits pharmaceutical imports via Navi Mumbai Airport under new rules

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The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has allowed the import of drugs through the newly inaugurated Navi Mumbai Airport in Maharashtra, increasing the number of designated entry points for pharmaceutical consignments across India to 42 ports. The decision was taken through an amendment to Rule 43A of the Drugs Rules, 1945, which adds Navi Mumbai Airport to the list of airports permitted to handle drug imports. According to officials, the move is aimed at strengthening the pharmaceutical supply chain, improving logistics infrastructure and making the import process more efficient for businesses involved in the sector. Amendment cleared after consultation with advisory board The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare said the notification was issued after consultation with the Drugs Technical Advisory Board under the provisions of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940. “The amendment is expected to facilitate smoother movement of pharmaceutical consignments, strengthen logistics infrastructure, and provide greater flexibility to importers by adding a new alternative for import of medicines into India,” the statement noted. Officials said the addition of Navi Mumbai Airport …

AI Regulation, Graded Response Action Plan and Criminalisation of Politics

AI Regulation, Graded Response Action Plan and Criminalisation of Politics

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Unchecked AI progress may pose catastrophic risks, warns UN panel Syllabus: Preliminary Examination: Current events of national and international importance. Mains Examination: General Studies III: Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, nano-technology, bio-technology and issues relating to intellectual property rights. What’s the ongoing story: Developments in artificial ​intelligence are outpacing scientific understanding and government policy, meaning there are no guarantees the technology will not cause ‌catastrophic harm, a United Nations independent panel warned. Key Points to Ponder: • The AI for Good Global Commission-know its key takeaways • What are the use of AI in different areas? • Is Artificial Intelligence a Human-stein Monster? • ‘AI is not intelligence and idea that AI will replace human intelligence is unlikely’-Comment • Why AI regulation is needed? • If Regulated then what should be the limit? • If regulated, then what are the risks associated with regulating AI? • What has been India’s Response to demands for AI Regulation? • What is “AI colonialism”? • What defines “AI colonialism” in the context of the …

Parents, student unions, academicians demand immediate regulation of school fees in Telangana

Parents, student unions, academicians demand immediate regulation of school fees in Telangana

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R. Venkat Reddy, national convener of M.V. Foundation, speaking at a round table conference on “Quality Education – Fee Regulation” was held at the Press Club in Somajiguda, Hyderabad, on Wednesday, attended by K. Kavitha, president, Telangana Jagruthi, parents’ associations, student unions and educationists. | Photo Credit: SIDDHANT THAKUR Student unions, parents’ associations, educationists and political leaders demanded immediate regulation of school fees in Telangana, alleging that private educational institutions were exploiting parents in the absence of a comprehensive fee control mechanism. Speaking at a round-table conference on ‘Quality Education – Fee Regulation’ held at the Press Club in Somajiguda, Hyderabad, on Wednesday (May 6, 2026), Hyderabad School Parents Association (HSPA) president Venkat Sai questioned why the State did not have a proper fee regulation framework despite more than a decade since the State’s formation and nearly two years of the Congress government in power. He alleged that many private educational institutions in the State were either run by politicians or individuals with political influence, which he claimed was one of the reasons successive governments …

India’s AI regulation may be built through its ecosystem

India’s AI regulation may be built through its ecosystem

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India is increasingly positioning itself as a major hub for Artificial Intelligence (AI) development, infrastructure and innovation. This ambition was evident earlier this year when policymakers and industry leaders gathered in New Delhi for the India AI Impact Summit. Among the issues discussed was how countries should approach the governance of AI as these technologies become more deeply embedded in economic and social systems. AI (Photo for representational purposes only) (Unsplash) With more than 900 million internet users and a rapidly expanding digital economy, India is emerging as an important centre for AI innovation. Multinational companies are expanding engineering and data science operations in the country, while domestic technology firms are increasingly integrating AI tools into digital platforms and services. Investment in computing infrastructure, data centres and research capabilities is accelerating as demand for AI applications grows. Yet the rapid spread of AI technologies is also raising complex governance questions. Automated systems are increasingly used in decisions related to credit, employment, customer services and digital platforms. As these tools influence economic and social outcomes, policymakers …

Tuhin Kanta Pandey, : ‘We believe in optimal regulation, not too much, not too little’ | Business News

Tuhin Kanta Pandey, : ‘We believe in optimal regulation, not too much, not too little’ | Business News

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Securities and Exchange Board of India Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey says that strengthening investor protection, curbing finfluencer-driven excesses, regulating derivatives trading and maintaining a consultative, data-driven regulatory approach are vital for market stability. In an interview to Hitesh Vyas and George Mathew a year after taking charge at SEBI, Pandey speaks about market safety, IPO momentum, retail participation and the road ahead for reforms. This entire year has been quite a topsy-turvy year in terms of geopolitical developments and all kinds of uncertainties. Nevertheless, Indian capital markets — the primary market — has remained a very active market. In fact, it is number one in the world in terms of IPOs and number three in terms of value. So far, more than Rs 7 lakh crore has already been raised in debt and equity. We have carried out various kinds of reforms in terms of facilitating the ease of doing business and investments, investor protection and empowerment, strengthening the regulatory framework, fostering market development and also measures taken to strengthen the equity derivatives market. So, …

UGC Regulation Row: SC agrees to list for hearing plea against it | Education News

UGC Regulation Row: SC agrees to list for hearing plea against it | Education News

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The Supreme Court on Wednesday agreed to list for hearing a plea challenging a recently notified University Grants Commission (UGC) regulation on the ground that it has adopted a non-inclusionary definition of caste-based discrimination and excludes certain categories from institutional protection. Read More | UGC Row: Plea in Supreme Court challenges definition of caste discrimination in 2026 UGC regulations A bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi took note of the submissions of a lawyer seeking urgent hearing of the plea. “There is a possibility of discrimination against the general class. My case is ‘Rahul Dewan and Ors vs Union’,” a lawyer said. “We know what is happening. Make sure defects are cured. We will list it,” the CJI said. The new regulations mandating all higher education institutions to form “equity committees” to look into discrimination complaints and promote equity were notified on January 13. The University Grants Commission (Promotion of Equity in Higher Education Institutions) Regulations, 2026, mandated that these committees must include members of the Other Backward Classes (OBC), the Scheduled …

Karnataka High Court clears way for bike taxis, allows regulation by state

Karnataka High Court clears way for bike taxis, allows regulation by state

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In a significant development, the Karnataka High Court (HC) on Friday lifted the ban on bike taxi services in the state, paving the way for operators to resume services. The court, however, allowed the state government to impose conditions in accordance with the law. A division bench comprising Chief Justice Vibhu Bakhru and Justice CM Joshi allowed a batch of appeals filed by cab aggregators ANI Technologies (Ola), Uber, Rapido and others, challenging an earlier single-judge order that had directed bike taxi services to be halted until the state framed specific rules under the Motor Vehicles Act. Setting aside the April 2025 single-judge order, the bench held that motorcycles used for bike taxi services fall within the definition of “transport vehicles” under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. Consequently, it ruled that the state government cannot refuse or deny permits solely on the ground that motorcycles are not transport vehicles, news agency IANS reported. The court observed that bike taxi operators are entitled to apply for contract carriage permits to operate motorcycles as bike taxis. While …

WhatsApp is launching third-party chat integration in Europe

WhatsApp is launching third-party chat integration in Europe

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Meta is on the cusp of launching third-party integration with WhatsApp in Europe — something that’s required by the Digital Markets Act (DMA). It’s rolling out “over the coming months” with WhatsApp’s level of end-to-end encryption (E2EE) maintained. Meta says that BirdyChat and Haiket will be the first third-party services to implement messaging interoperability with WhatsApp. No, we haven’t heard of them either, but that’s what leveling the playing field looks like. WhatsApp users in Europe will eventually see a notification in the settings tab that will explain how to opt-in to third party messaging. It will work in WhatsApp for iOS and Android, but not on desktops, web, or tablets. Meta says that “third-party messaging apps must use the same level of E2EE as WhatsApp,” and Meta can’t see encrypted messages in transit. Content can include text, photos, videos, voice messages, and documents. It will also only work for users with a WhatsApp account registered to phone numbers in regions covered by the DMA, according to the FAQ. In September, Meta previewed what third-party …

How deep-sea mining could threaten a vital ocean food source

How deep-sea mining could threaten a vital ocean food source

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The race to mine battery minerals from the ocean floor would create a new stream of waste that could rob sea life of a critical food source, according to new research published today in the journal Nature Communications. That could have far-reaching effects across the ocean, potentially reaching larger fish like tuna that people depend on for food and livelihoods. The findings come as President Donald Trump attempts to circumvent international law and give companies permission to mine the deep sea commercially, which has yet to happen anywhere in the world. The first company to apply for an international mining permit from the Trump administration actually funded this study. It might not have anticipated that the results of that research would raise another warning flag about deep-sea mining. The study authors found that if mining operations release waste into the ocean’s “twilight zone,” about 200 to 1,500 meters below the surface of the sea, it could starve tiny animals called zooplankton and other creatures that eat them. That could have serious ramifications along entire food …

Oil Spill, Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act and Impeachment of Judges

Oil Spill, Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act and Impeachment of Judges

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Cash at residence: Govt likely to bring motion to impeach Justice Varma Syllabus: ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW VIDEO Preliminary Examination: Indian Polity and Governance-Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights Issues, etc. Story continues below this ad Mains Examination: General Studies II: Indian Constitution—historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure. What’s the ongoing story: FOLLOWING his indictment by the Supreme Court in-house inquiry panel, the government is likely to bring an impeachment motion in the upcoming monsoon session against former Delhi High Court judge Justice Yashwant Varma, The Indian Express has learnt. Key Points to Ponder: • What is the Procedure for Removal of a Judge in India? • What is Impeachment? • What are the constitutional provisions and procedures governing the impeachment of High court judges? Story continues below this ad • The process of impeachment of a judge of the Supreme Court is laid down in Article 124(4) of the Constitution of India-True or false? • What Article 218 of the Constitution of India says? • What are the Grounds of Impeachment? …