Month: May 2024

Pennsylvania Nurse Receives Life Imprisonment for Lethal Doses: A Shocking Case of Medical Malpractice

Manish Kumar

A nurse from Pennsylvania, received three consecutive life sentences and an additional term of 380-760 years in prison for administering potentially lethal doses of insulin to numerous patients. Her crimes spanned from 2020 to 2023, during which she played a role in the deaths of at least 17 patients across five health facilities in four counties. Her  behavior, characterized by disdain for her patients and derogatory comments about them, raised concerns among co-workers. This case is not an isolated incident, as other healthcare workers have been convicted of similar crimes.…

19 Indian University VCs Honored with ‘Colonel’ Ranks: Understanding the Significance Landmark in Academic-Military Relations

Manish Kumar

The decision by the Government to confer the honorary rank of Colonel in the NCC upon VCs of 19 Indian universities marks a significant milestone in the intersection of academia and the armed forces. This gesture acknowledges the vital role of academic leaders in nation-building and serves to foster closer ties between universities and the armed forces. Honorary military ranks are bestowed upon civilians as a recognition of their outstanding achievements or contributions to society, often in fields unrelated to the military. Renowned sports personalities have been honored with various…

Decoding Priyanka Gandhi’s Absence from Electoral Politics: Unveiling Five Possible Reasons

Manish Kumar

The announcement of Rahul Gandhi’s candidature for the Raebareli Lok Sabha seat, accompanied by K.L. Sharma’s nomination from Amethi, marked the Congress party’s electoral strategy. Notably absent from this lineup is Priyanka Gandhi, despite persistent calls from within the Congress for her to step into the electoral arena. Despite being hailed as a more capable leader than Rahul by some, Priyanka’s decision to stay away from contesting raises questions. Let’s delve into the five plausible reasons behind Priyanka Gandhi’s absence from electoral politics. Avoiding BJP’s Dynastic Allegations: Priyanka Gandhi is…

World Press Freedom Day 2024: Upholding the Guardians of Truth

Manish Kumar

Highlighting Environmental Issues: Informing the public about environmental challenges and potential solutions is more crucial now than ever. Journalists play a pivotal role in holding corporations and governments accountable for their environmental actions. The press has the power to influence concrete actions to address urgent environmental issues like climate change and biodiversity loss. History of World Press Freedom Day: World Press Freedom Day was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1993, following a proposal at UNESCO’s General Conference in 1991. Its inception stemmed from the Windhoek Declaration, a…

Political Clearance Absence Raises Eyebrows: Prajwal Revanna’s Germany Visit Amid Sex Scandal Controversy

Manish Kumar

In the midst of swirling allegations implicating Janata Dal (Secular) MP Prajwal Revanna in a disturbing sex scandal, a new chapter unfolds with revelations about his recent, unapproved trip to Germany. The Ministry of External Affairs disclosed that Revanna embarked on this overseas journey wielding a diplomatic passport, yet conspicuously absent was the requisite political clearance, setting off a tempest of scrutiny and conjecture. Hailing from a distinguished political lineage as the grandson of former Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda and nephew of former Karnataka chief minister HD Kumaraswamy, Prajwal…

ECI Orders Transfer of Odisha’s Mission Shakti Secretary Sujata Karthikeyan Amid Allegations of Political Bias

Manish Kumar

The ECI ordered the transfer of Sujata R. Karthikeyan, IAS, wife of powerful BJD leader V.K. Pandian, from the post of Secretary to the Mission Shakti Department of Odisha. According to reports in the national media, Ms Karthikeyan, has been ordered to be transferred to a non-public dealing department with immediate effect. Earlier the BJP had urged the ECI to relieve Ms. Karthikeyan from the post, and a high-level BJP delegation submitted a memorandum in this regard with the ECI in New Delhi. According to the memorandum, the Odisha Mission…

Rahul Gandhi Shifts Focus: To Contest from Rae Bareli; Sonia’s Aide KL Sharma in Amethi

Manish Kumar

The Congress party has unveiled its candidates for the crucial constituencies of RaeBareli and Amethi in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. Rahul Gandhi has been nominated to contest from Rae Bareli, succeeding his mother Sonia Gandhi, who recently transitioned to the Rajya Sabha. Meanwhile, Kishori Lal Sharma, a staunch ally of the Gandhi family, will represent the Congress in Amethi, challenging the BJP’s stronghold in the region. The eleventh-hour decision on these key constituencies holds a surprising twist, with Rahul Gandhi redirecting his electoral focus from Amethi to Rae Bareli.…

Kim Jong Un Selects 25 ‘Attractive’ Women Annually for His ‘Pleasure Squad’: Report

Manish Kumar

Yeonmi Park, a young woman who escaped from North Korea, has revealed sensational things about the country’s leader Kim Jong Un. claimed that Kim Jong-un picks 25 virgin girls every year for his “pleasure squad”.  Notably, the women are picked based on their looks and political loyalty. She claims that once the girls are selected, they are made to undergo medical examinations to ensure that they are virgins. The squad is divided into three distinct groups, with one trained in massage, and the other in performing songs and dances. The…

Bharat, Norway extend health cooperation with 4th phase of NIPI

Manish Kumar

Union Health Secretary Apurva Chandra and Deputy Ambassador of Norway Martine Aamdal Bottheim signed the documents for the 4th phase of Norway India Partnership Initiative (NIPI) extending cooperation in various health schemes. Under the initiative which commenced in 2006 various Indian states including Odisha, Bihar, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and the UT of Jammu and Kashmir have received support to augment facilities in terms of maternal and child health care. A health initiative between Government of India and Government of Norway, the Norway India Partnership Initiative (NIPI) Phase 3 builds on…

Deciphering Amit Shah’s Strategic Calculus Behind NDA’s ‘Abki Baar 400 Paar’

Manish Kumar

In a comprehensive interview with Network18’s Rahul Joshi, Union Home Minister and senior BJP leader Amit Shah delved deep into the intricacies of the party’s electoral strategies, expectations, and prognostications for the upcoming elections across India. Titled “Amit Shah explains his math behind NDA’s ‘Abki Baar 400 Paar’”, the interview provided a nuanced analysis of Shah’s insights, shedding light on the BJP’s electoral calculus and aspirations across various states. Gujarat Gambit: Shah expressed unwavering confidence in the BJP’s stronghold of Gujarat, anticipating a resounding victory in all 26 constituencies. The…