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India Today
19 minutes ago
- Politics
- India Today
Saved you once: Chief Justice recalls contempt warning while junking lawyer's plea
The Supreme Court on Monday dismissed a petition by Mumbai-based advocate Ghanshyam Upadhyay seeking action against alleged illegal activities of political parties, calling it non-maintainable. The bench also rebuked Upadhyay for his courtroom conduct, with Chief Justice of India BR Gavai recalling a prior contempt warning from his Bombay High Court petition sought directions to State Election Commissions (SECs) to curb alleged illegal activities by political parties that, he claimed, could endanger the "sovereignty, integrity, and unity of the country." The petition also sought directions for the registration of an FIR against MNS leader Raj Thackeray and his workers for allegedly assaulting citizens over the use of the Hindi bench in its order said, "The public interest litigations are necessary but in the name of PILs, we cannot allow publicity interest litigations," while dismissing the plea. A bench comprising Chief Justice of India BR Gavai and Justices K Vinod Chandran and Atul S Chandurkar took strong exception to the petitioner approaching the top court directly, bypassing the High Upadhyay insisted on the maintainability of his petition, the Chief Justice questioned why he had not first approached the Bombay High Court.'Can't this be raised before the Bombay High Court? This is nothing but a publicity interest litigation. Though PILs are necessary to protect citizens' rights, this petition concerns policy matters of the Union or ECI and does not justify a direct approach to the Supreme Court under Article 32,' the bench court permitted Upadhyay to withdraw the petition with the liberty to approach the appropriate High Court instead. 'Take a flight and go and file there tomorrow,' the Chief Justice briefly rose during the hearing when the Chief Justice addressed Upadhyay's courtroom conduct. Reminding him of a prior contempt episode during his tenure as a judge of the Bombay High Court, Chief Justice Gavai warned, 'I have saved you once after finding you guilty. I don't want to issue contempt. Don't make these gestures. Don't remind me of Bombay days. Recollect what saved you that time. Don't make me remind you of what happened there.'Sources familiar with the earlier incident said that Upadhyay had been cautioned by a Bombay High Court bench led by Justice Gavai after he insisted on being heard against the court's advice. A show cause notice for contempt was reportedly considered but later dropped following intervention by another the Monday hearing, Upadhyay, maintaining that the relief sought in his plea could not be granted by the High Court, eventually agreed to withdraw the is not the first time the bench has issued such guidance. Just days earlier, it directed Sunil Shukla, President of the Uttar Bhartiya Vikas Sena, to approach the High Court first for similar petition had urged the Supreme Court to instruct all SECs to adopt a coordinated framework to monitor and prevent unlawful conduct by political parties. However, the top court reiterated its position that such matters must first be addressed before appropriate High Courts.- EndsTune InMust Watch IN THIS STORY#Supreme Court
Boston Globe
35 minutes ago
- Health
- Boston Globe
As use of telehealth for medication abortion grows, new data offer window into patient population
On Monday in JAMA, researchers Advertisement Population-based rates of telemedicine abortion were highest in Southern and Midwestern states, particularly those with abortion bans, during a 15-month period starting in July 2023. That's when several telehealth abortion providers, including Aid Access, began prescribing medication abortion under state shield laws intended to protect abortion care providers who treat patients in areas with bans. In those 15 months, 84% of Aid Access' prescriptions went to patients in states with near-total abortion bans or bans specifically on telemedicine abortion. Notably, rates of abortion provision were higher in areas where people had to travel farther to the nearest clinic, and in counties with higher poverty levels. Advertisement The study 'confirms that telehealth really changed the abortion care landscape,' said Upadhyay, echoing results from a Telehealth's growth is not just a product of state shield laws, said professor of law Nicole Huberfeld, who co-directs Boston University's program on reproductive justice. 'It's also a reflection of the necessity that exists across the country in places that were already maternity care deserts and or medically underserved areas.' When patients visit a telehealth website that provides medication abortion, they undergo the same screening process they would in person, said Elisa Wells, co-founder of Plan C, an informational site about self-managed medication abortion. A survey or provider will screen for medical contraindications like bleeding disorders or factors that might put a patient at risk of an ectopic pregnancy. If medication is prescribed, a patient will receive information about when and how to follow up with questions or concerns, and how to spot signs of an incomplete abortion. Advertisement In-person abortion care, including both procedural and medication abortion, remains much more common than telehealth. But 'there's growing support in the community for this model because restrictions have become tighter, and the likelihood of people accessing procedural or clinic-based abortion is becoming nonexistent in many states,' said Subasri Narasimhan, a public health social scientist at the Emory School of Medicine. Even in states where in-person abortion care is legal and readily available, telehealth abortion can be preferred because of the convenience it offers. 'There's the travel, there is the time off work, the stigma of having to go to an abortion clinic and sit in a waiting room,' said Upadhyay. Telehealth can also be more affordable: Aid Access and similar sites often offer a sliding payment scale, with many visits and prescriptions costing $200 or less. Concern over restricted access to abortion care has driven several distinct surges in telehealth demand. Honeybee Health, a mail-order pharmacy that fulfills medication abortion prescriptions, Medication abortion's safety, and telehealth's by extension, has been called into question repeatedly by lawmakers and anti-abortion organizations during the second Trump administration. When asked during his Senate confirmation hearing whether he would end telehealth access to mifepristone, FDA Commissioner Marty Makary said he would 'build an expert coalition' to review the medication's postmarket safety data. On prodding from abortion opponent Sen. Josh Hawley, (R-Mo.), Makary has recently Advertisement At the same time, shield laws are being put to the test, as the authors of a JAMA 'Our laws are not yet a match for telehealth and its promises and perils,' said Huberfeld, who co-authored the editorial. 'I think that we will continue to see that there is this mismatch so long as we are relying on state laws for regulating access to care.' By the end of 2024, a monthly average of more than 12,000 medication abortions were provided to patients in states with bans or telehealth restrictions, according to data from the Society of Family Planning. As patients attempt to access abortion care, findings from Aid Access 'underscore the public health importance of telemedicine, both as an alternative to the unsafe abortion methods that prevailed under abortion bans before Roe v Wade and as a means of reducing access disparities,' wrote the study's authors. 'These are life-saving services for so many people, especially the poorest of the poor,' said Upadhyay. 'These providers are really filling a public health gap where people need these services.'
Time of India
2 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Women tie Rakhis around trees in unique Raksha Bandhan celebration
1 2 Rourkela: In a heartwarming display of affection and environmental consciousness, around 3,000 women from over 100 villages in the state celebrated Raksha Bandhan by tying rakhis around trees. This unique tradition, known as Brukhya Rakhyabandhan, has been observed in Jhuirmal village under the Lephripada block of Sundargarh district for the past five years. The initiative, which began during the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020, was spearheaded by environmentalist and social worker Digambar Upadhyay, programme director of SEWAK, an NGO. With lockdowns preventing many women from visiting their brothers, Upadhyay encouraged them to plant trees in their localities, tie rakhis to them, and vow to protect them for life. Since then, the practice has spread to seven other districts: Jharsuguda, Sambalpur, Deogarh, Keonjhar, Boudh, Subarnapur, and Angul. On Saturday, the festival was marked with great enthusiasm as women and girls, carrying decorated puja thalis, performed rituals for the trees, tied rakhis, and recited pledges for their lifelong protection. The air was filled with the sounds of bells, conch shells, and traditional huluhuli, creating a festive atmosphere. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Accounting Help Made Simple legal directorate Learn More Undo Expressing his hopes for the initiative, Upadhyay said, "At a time when natural resources are under threat and climate change is a significant challenge, Brukhya Rakhyabandhan stands as a pure reflection of the bond between humans and nature. What began in a small village during the pandemic has now gained popularity across districts of Odisha. I hope that in the future, people from every corner of the state and country will join this movement. Let us strengthen the bond between humans and trees by planting trees and ensuring their lifelong protection." Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Raksha Bandhan wishes , messages and quotes !
Indian Express
2 days ago
- Business
- Indian Express
First-ever freight train arrives in Valley, marks new era of logistical, economic growth
In yet another boost to Jammu and Kashmir's transportation network, the Indian Railways on Saturday ran a freight train for the first time from Rupnagar in Punjab to Anantnag in Kashmir. The freight train, carrying cement, reached Anantnag Goods Shed in the Kashmir Valley on Saturday around 12 noon, marking a major milestone in connecting the Kashmir region to the national freight network. The goods train comes two months after the successful launch of passenger operations on the complete stretch of 272-km Udhampur–Srinagar–Baramula Rail Link (USBRL), or Kashmir line, in June this year. The freight connectivity is expected to give a new lease of life to Kashmiri fruit and handicraft industry by easing access to markets across the country. 'The arrival of freight train in Kashmir Valley heralds a new era of logistical and economic growth,' the Railway Ministry said in a statement, calling it a historical development. '(It) is not just a logistical achievement but a powerful symbol of progress and integration, paving the way for a more connected and prosperous Kashmir Valley,' said the ministry. Officials said the freight train was loaded with 1,380 metric tonnes (MT) of cement in bogie covered wagons, which are used for carrying bagged commodities. The order for the cement was placed by private entities involved in different construction projects, including roads, bridges, public infrastructure and residential housing in the Kashmir Valley. 'The inaugural freight train was loaded with 21 BCN wagons of cement. The journey, spanning approximately 600 km, culminated at the newly commissioned Anantnag Goods Shed today in less than 18 hours. This event marks the first-ever cement loading specifically for this facility, underscoring its readiness to support a new era of logistical and economic growth in the Kashmir region,' said Himanshu Shekhar Upadhyay, Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO), Northern Railway. 'For this cement transportation, a request was placed with Northern Railway around 11pm on Thursday. After that the rake was arranged and loading was completed by 6 pm on Friday. The train departed from GACL facility in Rupnagar, Punjab, around 7 pm. The freight was hauled by an Electric WAG-9 locomotive and reached Kashmir by around 12 pm on Saturday,' said Upadhyay. The arrival of the freight train in Anantnag is good news for J&K traders. While it would reduce the transportation cost of goods coming to the Valley, it can prove to be a game-changer for Kashmir's fruit industry, especially for fruits with short shelf life such as cherry, strawberry and some varieties of apples. 'This will benefit the fruit growers as it will reduce both cost and time taken in transportation,' said Fayaz Ahmad Malik, president of Sopore Fruit Mandi, the 2nd largest fruit market of the country. 'As of now, transportation of a box of fruit to Delhi costs Rs 100 or more. With this train, we expect it to come down to Rs 30 per box. Similarly, we expect the transportation time to come down from 6 days to 30 hours.' Malik, however, said the benefit of the goods train will reach the fruit growers only when direct trains run to different fruit markets in the country like West Bengal, Ahmedabad and the Northeast. The freight train has come to Kashmir two months after Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 63-km Katra-Sangaldan section of USBRL on June 6 and flagged off specially designed Vande Bharat train between Srinagar and Katra, marking the completion of a project to link Kashmir to the rest of the country. The 272-km USBRL is divided into three parts — 25-km Udhampur-Katra, 111-km Katra-Banihal and 136-km Banihal-Baramulla line. The two sections Udhampur-Katra in Jammu and Banihal-Baramulla in Kashmir were constructed by the Northern Railway, the biggest zone of Indian Railways, and was made operational in three phases — 118-km Qazigund-Baramulla in 2009, 18-km Banihal-Qazigund in 2013 and 25-km Udhampur-Katra in 2014. Dheeraj Mishra is a Principal correspondent with The Indian Express, Business Bureau. He covers India's two key ministries- Ministry of Railways and Ministry of Road Transport & Highways. He frequently uses the Right to Information (RTI) Act for his stories, which have resulted in many impactful reports. ... Read More Bashaarat Masood is a Special Correspondent with The Indian Express. He has been covering Jammu and Kashmir, especially the conflict-ridden Kashmir valley, for two decades. Bashaarat joined The Indian Express after completing his Masters in Mass Communication and Journalism from the University in Kashmir. He has been writing on politics, conflict and development. Bashaarat was awarded with the Ramnath Goenka Excellence in Journalism Awards in 2012 for his stories on the Pathribal fake encounter. ... Read More
Mint
7 days ago
- Business
- Mint
Stocks to buy for short term: From Hero Moto to Muthoot Finance— experts recommend THESE 5 shares; do you own any?
Stocks to buy for short term: Positive global cues amid speculation over a US Federal Reserve rate cut in September, and a weaker dollar triggered broad-based buying in the Indian stock market on Monday, lifting the benchmark Nifty 50 to 24,722.75. Other factors that supported the rally in the domestic market were better-than-expected July auto sales, strong domestic manufacturing PMI, and expectations of a rate cut by the RBI on August 6. The market is looking for triggers to break out of its current zone, which has been in place since June this year. Experts say if the Nifty 50 sustains above 24,600, it may extend gains to 25,000. "Nifty formed a bullish candle and an inside bar on the daily frame on Monday. Now, if it holds above 24,600, then bounce could be seen towards 24,900, then 25,000 zones, while supports are seen at 24,500 and 24,442," said brokerage firm Motilal Oswal. "On the option front, maximum Call OI is at 25,000 then 24,800 strike, while maximum Put OI is at 24,600 then 24,700 strike. Call writing is seen at 24,850 then 24,750 strike, while Put writing is seen at 24,600 then 24,700 strike. Option data suggests a broader trading range between 24,200 and 25,200 zones, while an immediate range between 24,500 and 25,000 levels," Motilal Oswal said. Nifty is expected to remain in a range for some time. Nevertheless, experts see stock-specific opportunities across segments. Vishnu Kant Upadhyay of Master Capital Services and Hardik Matalia of Choice Broking suggest five stocks to buy for the next two to three weeks. Take a look: Coromandel International has broken out from a short-term consolidation zone and successfully retested the breakout level near ₹ 2,500, reinforcing it as strong support. A bullish candle with above-average volume signals renewed buying interest. The stock trades above all key moving averages, confirming sustained Momentum. RSI is above 65, and a positive MACD crossover indicates underlying strength. "The formation of higher highs and higher lows along with relative outperformance versus the Nifty supports a continued bullish view," said Upadhyay. Hero MotoCorp has witnessed a breakout from a classic inverse head and shoulders pattern on the weekly chart, confirming a bullish reversal. The move above the ₹ 4,500 neckline came with strong volumes and a positive candlestick, reflecting renewed buying interest. "The stock structure remains constructive with higher lows and a close above all major moving averages, indicating strength in trend. Momentum indicators like RSI trending higher and a bullish MACD crossover further reinforce the potential for sustained upside," Upadhyay said. Muthoot Finance shares have rebounded sharply from the 50-day EMA, reaffirming it as dynamic support within their prevailing uptrend. The formation of a strong bullish candle highlights renewed buying interest at this key level. Price action continues to respect the higher highs and higher lows structure, indicating trend continuation. "The stock trades above all key moving averages (20, 50, 100, 200 EMA), suggesting alignment across timeframes. RSI remains above 60, and MACD sustains a bullish crossover, reflecting underlying strength and positive momentum," said Upadhyay. JSL has recently delivered a decisive breakout from a falling trend line formation, marking the end of its corrective phase. Post-breakout, the stock entered into a brief consolidation near the breakout zone, which is often considered a healthy retest, reaffirming the strength of the breakout. It has now resumed its upward momentum by breaking out of this consolidation range, suggesting a renewed bullish push. The RSI stands at 66.25 and is trending strongly upward, highlighting rising momentum and increased buying interest. JSL is trading comfortably above its key moving averages—including the 20-day, 50-day, and 200-day EMAs—which supports the continuation of the bullish trend across all timeframes. "Given this strong technical setup, traders can consider initiating fresh long positions at the current market price of ₹ 728.05, with a stop loss set at ₹ 690 to maintain a favourable risk-reward ratio," said Matalia. "On the upside, the stock has the potential to move towards the ₹ 800– ₹ 810 range in the near term, provided it sustains above the breakout level with follow-through strength," Matalia said. Hero MotoCorp, after witnessing a sharp bounce from lower levels, has been consolidating within a narrow range, indicating a pause before the next directional move. It has now given a breakout from this consolidation, signalling renewed buying interest and the potential for a continued uptrend. On the daily chart, the RSI stands at 63.57, and after a recent positive crossover, it is trending upward, reflecting strengthening momentum and supporting the bullish outlook. Additionally, Hero MotoCorp has rebounded from all its key moving averages, including the 20-day, 50-day, and 200-day EMAs, which underpin the overall strength in its price structure. "The stock is approaching a key resistance level at ₹ 4,600. A sustained move above this mark could trigger further upside and open the path toward higher levels," said Matalia. "Traders can consider initiating long positions at the current price of ₹ 4,535.90, with a stop loss placed at ₹ 4,300. On the upside, the stock has the potential to rally towards the ₹ 4,900– ₹ 5,000 range in the near term, provided it holds above the breakout zone," Matalia said. NLC India, after recently marking a new all-time high, has undergone a healthy retracement toward its demand zones. This pullback phase has transitioned into a consolidation pattern on the daily chart, suggesting base formation and setting the stage for a potential trend continuation. Structurally, the stock is forming a falling trend line pattern—a classic setup that often precedes an upside breakout. "NLC India is now approaching the verge of breaking out from this formation, indicating that buyers may be gaining control once again," said Matalia. "A decisive and sustained move above ₹ 250 would confirm this breakout and could unlock fresh upside potential," Matalia said. The RSI is at 59.84, showing signs of a positive reversal with a rising slope, which supports the improving momentum. Moreover, the stock is hovering around and holding firmly above all its key moving averages, including the 20-day, 50-day, and 200-day EMAs—highlighting ongoing trend strength. "Given this constructive setup, traders may consider buying at the current market price of ₹ 243.83, with a stop loss placed at ₹ 230. A successful breakout above ₹ 250 could lead the stock toward the ₹ 270- ₹ 275 zone in the near term," Matalia said. Read all market-related news here Disclaimer: This story is for educational purposes only. The views and recommendations expressed are those of individual analysts or broking firms, not Mint. We advise investors to consult with certified experts before making any investment decisions, as market conditions can change rapidly and circumstances may vary.
