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Stolen Insulin Lantus Batch: Patients Told To Watch For Side Effects, Avoid Unauthorised Sellers | India News

Stolen Insulin Lantus Batch: Patients Told To Watch For Side Effects, Avoid Unauthorised Sellers | India News

Last Updated:March 03, 2026, 22:14 IST The regulatory agency advised doctors and healthcare professionals to carefully prescribe the affected product. The regulator, in the alert notice, mentioned that these r-DNA origin injectables are required to be stored between 2°C and 8°C. (Representational) India’s drug regulator issued an alert after a consignment of insulin manufactured by French drugmaker Sanofi India was reported stolen, raising concerns about possible improper storage and patient safety, News18 learnt. In an official communication dated March 2, seen by News18, the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) said it had been informed by Sanofi India Limited about the theft of Lantus SoloStar – insulin Glargine injection, especially its batch number 5F0347B. Insulin glargine is a long-acting basal insulin used in the management of Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes and is prescribed to thousands of patients daily to maintain stable blood glucose levels. In a country known as the diabetes capital of the world, where millions depend on uninterrupted insulin access, the integrity of such temperature-sensitive products becomes especially critical. The regulator, …

Kashmiri shawl sellers attacked in Uttarakhand’s Dehradun; Omar Abdullah dials Dhami over assault| India News

Kashmiri shawl sellers attacked in Uttarakhand’s Dehradun; Omar Abdullah dials Dhami over assault| India News

An 18-year-old Kashmiri youth was allegedly attacked by a mob in Uttarakhand’s Dehradun on Thursday. As per a PTI report, the attack took place after the man was questioned about his identity and religion. After declaring that they were Muslims from Kashmir, an altercation broke out, resulting in severe injuries to both youths, including one minor. (Unsplash/Representational) Condemning the attack, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah took to X and called for strict action against the attackers. “This recent series of attacks including in Himachal Pradesh and now this one are unacceptable and must stop. It can’t be claimed that J&K is an inalienable part of India while people from Kashmir, in other parts of the country, live in fear for their lives. My Government will step in where ever necessary & will do whatever is needed to ensure these incidents are not repeated. I hope Home Ministry, Govt of India will also sensitise other states on the same lines,” said Abdullah. BJP’s Jammu and Kashmir unit has also condemned the attack and called …

Punjab And Haryana HC Rejects Bail Plea Of Man Accused Of Selling Beef, Calls ‘Misled By Sellers’ Claim A Ploy | India News

Punjab And Haryana HC Rejects Bail Plea Of Man Accused Of Selling Beef, Calls ‘Misled By Sellers’ Claim A Ploy | India News

Last Updated:January 24, 2026, 16:13 IST The Punjab and Haryana High Court denied anticipatory bail to a 62-year-old man in an alleged beef case, calling his claim of being misled by sellers a ‘clever ploy’. High Court of Punjab, Haryana and Chandigarh (Credits: Official website) The Punjab and Haryana High Court has refused to grant anticipatory bail to a 62-year-old man accused of illegally possessing beef. The court observed that his defence of being misled by meat sellers appeared to be a calculated attempt to escape criminal liability. While dismissing the plea, Justice Aradhana Sawhney held that the accused had failed to show any exceptional circumstances that would justify the grant of pre-arrest bail, which is meant to be an extraordinary relief, according to a report by the Indian Express. The case was initially registered under Section 299 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), which deals with deliberate and malicious acts intended to insult a religion or outrage religious sentiments. Subsequently, the police added Section 8 of the Punjab Prohibition of Cow Slaughter Act, 1955, …

JKSA Seeks Centre’s Intervention After Fresh Wave Of Harassment Against Kashmiri Shawl Sellers | India News

JKSA Seeks Centre’s Intervention After Fresh Wave Of Harassment Against Kashmiri Shawl Sellers | India News

Last Updated:January 18, 2026, 20:26 IST The JKSA wrote to Union Home Minister Amit Shah over a fresh wave of harassment, intimidation, and targeted assaults against Kashmiri shawl sellers across several northern states. Kashmiri shawl sellers have been facing a wave of harassment and intimidation in several states. The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) on Sunday wrote to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, asking him to intervene urgently in view of a fresh and alarming wave of harassment, intimidation, and targeted assaults against Kashmiri shawl sellers across several states, including Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Haryana. In a statement, National Convenor of the Association, Nasir Khuehami, expressed grave concern over the recurring nature of these incidents, stating that despite repeated representations and assurances at various levels, Kashmiri traders continue to face hostility and violence in multiple states. This came after reports that a Kashmiri shawl seller from J&K’s Kupwara was allegedly threatened by a man claiming to be a former Army officer in Himachal Pradesh, who used communal remarks about Kashmiri Muslims. The man accused …

Vegetable seller’s son breaks news of his CRPF selection at her roadside stall; video wins hearts | Trending News

Vegetable seller’s son breaks news of his CRPF selection at her roadside stall; video wins hearts | Trending News

A video of a young man from Maharashtra’s Sindhudurg district informing his mother of his selection into the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has struck a chord on social media. He did not share the news at home or during a celebration, but along the road, at the very spot where his mother sells vegetables to support the family. “This is where everything began,” a resident said, pointing to the footpath. “She worked here every day so her son could dream bigger.” As Gopal Sawant breaks the news, his mother listens calmly before her eyes fill with tears. “I only wanted him to stand on his own feet,” she is heard saying in the video. The mother-son duo hugs each other while their family and friends put colour on them to celebrate the moment. The video was shared by an Instagram user, Vilas Kudalkar, who wrote, “Gopal Sawant from Shetkar Wadi in Pinguli was selected for CRPF to serve the country. A heart touching video of this news giving to his mother who is doing …

‘No one stood up for us’: 16 shawl sellers leave Mussoorie for Kashmir after 2 are ‘assaulted by locals’ | India News

‘No one stood up for us’: 16 shawl sellers leave Mussoorie for Kashmir after 2 are ‘assaulted by locals’ | India News

At least 16 shawl sellers from Kashmir have left Mussoorie after two vendors were attacked, allegedly by locals, on April 23, police said, adding that three men have been arrested in connection with the case. According to a police officer stationed in Mussoorie, two men selling Kashmiri shawls and clothes on the Mall Road in Mussoorie were assaulted by a group of men and asked to leave. In a video that has gone viral, the group hurls abuse at the two vendors and beats them repeatedly. They are asked to produce their ID and told to leave the area. One of the vendors, Shabir Ahmed Dar from Kupwara, said they have been visiting the city for 18 years. “We visit Dehradun in the winter and Mussoorie in the summer. We live near the mosque and have known the locals for a long time. The men who assaulted us were also from the area and had seen us before. No one stood up for us. There are many workers from other states in Kashmir, but we …

Murshidabad violence: Fish sellers in the area fear impact on their business

Murshidabad violence: Fish sellers in the area fear impact on their business

The central forces are deployed in the West Bengal`s Murshidabad after the violence that occurred during a protest against the Waqf Amendment Act on April 11. Local businesses, including fish sellers, in the area are worried about their businesses after the violence erupted. One of the fish sellers, Nephaur Rahman, said, “Our business has been closed for the past five days because of the violence. We`re facing losses. Today, we came back to work. We heard about the violence, but we want peace. If we don`t work, we can`t earn money.” Another fishseller, Motibur Sheikh said, “We have come here today after violence. We heard about this incident last Friday and that`s why we didn`t come earlier. We have faced loss in the last few days. We want peace.” Meanwhile, Jangipur SP Ananda Roy stated that over 250 accused have been arrested in connection with the Murshidabad violence, and the situation is now under control. Speaking to ANI, Jangipur SP Ananda Roy said, “A total of 273 accused have been arrested. The situation here is …

Squads in action to curb migrant sellers, alms-seekers at traffic junctions in Kozhikode city

Squads in action to curb migrant sellers, alms-seekers at traffic junctions in Kozhikode city

Police and Motor Vehicles department squads have adopted stringent measures to prevent migrant sellers and alms-seekers from creating inconvenience to motorists at major traffic junctions in Kozhikode city. The action comes in the wake of a recent order issued by the State Human Rights Commission (SHRC) responding to public grievances about the practice that is disrupting traffic flow and affecting road safety. The police said flash inspections were being conducted at major junctions to identify such groups. A preliminary report had been submitted to higher authorities following the initial round of inspections in the city, they added For years, the lack of effective action by road enforcement squads has allowed such sellers and alms-seekers to use traffic intersections as collection points. There have reportedly been instances where small children were forced to accompany these groups in harsh conditions, including scorching heat. “There were no forcible actions to remove these groups in the past, as many officers were concerned that it could be seen as a human rights issue. The recent order from the SHRC will …

Potato sellers and cold storage owners unhappy after Mamata questions supply of potatoes to outside States

Potato sellers and cold storage owners unhappy after Mamata questions supply of potatoes to outside States

Kolkata, West Bengal, Potato sellers in the city face inspection after Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee cracked down on ministers for trading the tubor with neighbouring states. | Photo Credit: DEBASISH BHADURI Potato vendors and cold storage owners in West Bengal are unhappy after Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee ordered restrictions in the last week of November 2024 on selling produce to neighbouring States. It has led losses for all the stakeholders, they claim. Mr. Dilip Pratihar, secretary, Pragatishil Alu Byabsayee Samiti, said on Friday (January 3, 2025) that he feels whatever steps the Chief Minister is taking is only causing harm to the farmers and vendors like him. While speaking to The Hindu, he also added, “We still have so much aloo (potato) left in our cold storages, it is the season of new harvest, where will we keep them, and who will buy from us anymore if we cannot supply new produce?” Mr. Pratihar spoke with a heavy heart and mentioned that in the next season of harvest, the poor potato farmers in the State …

ED shortlists 5 sellers each on Amazon, Flipkart for probe, flags unfair practices | India News

ED shortlists 5 sellers each on Amazon, Flipkart for probe, flags unfair practices | India News

The Enforcement Directorate (ED), which searched 19 premises associated with vendors on Amazon and Flipkart, has identified a total of 10 such sellers for investigations. Sources told The Indian Express that the top five sellers on the platform of each e-commerce giant have been put under the scanner for unfair practices and alleged violation of the Foreign Exchange Management Act. Officials said ED is probing financial links between the vendors and the companies. The agency suspects this link goes beyond that of a platform and vendor. “During searches, relevant documents have been seized from the premises of the 10 sellers and are being examined. These are sellers who are suspected to have got preferential listing on the platforms. We also believe the platforms and the sellers are linked,” an official said. Agency sources said the operations of Amazon and Flipkart are suspected to be in violation of rules under which the companies brought in foreign direct investment (FDI). It is this FDI that has allowed the ecommerce giants to offer significant discounts on products, sources …