Ban people from fighting polls from more than one seat: EC to Centre
As electoral law stands today, a candidate is permitted to contest an election from two different constituencies in a general election or a group of bye-elections or biennial elections. If a person is elected from more than one seat, then the person can only hold on to one of the seats that they won.
Jun 17, 2022, 16:10 PM IST
Covid-19 pandemic nearing its end? Centre asks states, UTs to end additional restrictions
"Presently, as the case trajectory across the nation is showing a sustained downward trend, it will be useful if states/UTs review and amend/do away with the additional restrictions so imposed after considering the trend of cases...," Union Health Secretary said in a letter.
Feb 17, 2022, 09:21 AM IST
Zydus Cadila COVID-19 vaccine to be available soon for 12-18 age group: Centre
Indian pharmaceutical company Zydus Cadila's COVID-19 vaccine to be available for those between 12-18 years of age soon, Centre tells Supreme Court.
Jun 27, 2021, 09:51 AM IST
Centre starts 'penalty proceedings' against Alapan Bandyopadhyay, former WB chief secy may lose retirement perks
"Major penalty proceedings have been initiated against Bandyopadhyay as per relevant service rules," an official said.
Jun 22, 2021, 06:30 AM IST
No patient to be denied hospitalisation, medicines for lack of local residential proof: SC directs Centre, states
The Supreme Court on Sunday (May 2, 2021) issued a slew of directions to the Central and state governments on the COVID-19 situation and directed that no patient shall be denied hospitalisation or essential drugs in any State or Union Territory for lack of local residential or identity proof.
May 03, 2021, 08:25 AM IST
Centre responds to CM Arvind Kejriwal's appeal, sends fresh batch of oxygen supply to top Delhi hospitals
Amid a massive surge in COVID-19 cases, concerns over oxygen supply for patients suffering from coronavirus continues to haunt the national capital’s hospitals on Wednesday (April 21).
Apr 21, 2021, 12:12 PM IST
