Morning Digest | IMA announces 24-hour closure of several services on August 17; Gaza ceasefire talks resume in Doha, and more
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Indian Medical Association announces 24-hour closure of several services from 6 a.m. on August 17
The Indian Medical Association announced a 24-hour nationwide withdrawal of non-emergency services from 6 a.m. on August 17 to protest against the alleged rape and murder of a trainee woman doctor at the State-run R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata and the subsequent vandalism at the facility.z
Standardise pay scale for medical students, teachers, says National Medical Commission
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has proposed that the pay scale structure of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Delhi be adopted for interns, postgraduate students, super-specialty students, and medical college teachers to ensure equity and fairness in compensation, promote job satisfaction and attract high-quality faculty and students.
Countdown begins for ISRO’s third and final developmental flight SSLV-D3-EOS8 mission
The countdown for the launch of an earth observation satellite, onboard the third and final development flight of Small Satellite Launch Vehicle-03 commenced on Friday (August 16, 2024) ISRO said. The SSLV-D3-EOS-08 mission follows the second successful launch of the second test flight of the Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV-D2-EOS-07) in February 2023.
Army recruitment scam busted; one held in Ahmednagar
Umayalpuram Swaminatha Iyer's legacy in music and teachings remembered through stories and memories of his disciples and students.
Kalaburagi District Police Dog Squad bids emotional farewell to Reeta, a crucial part of operations and investigations.
India's vibrant startup ecosystem, driven by women, innovation, and government support, is shaping the global entrepreneurial landscape.
Mettur dam water level at 119.49 feet, inflow 2,711 cusecs, discharge 500 cusecs, near full capacity.
AAP alleges BJP plot to arrest CM Atishi in fake case to distract from election campaigning.
PMK leader questions DMK government on Vanniyar reservation, threatens to unseat in next election.
MP Captain Brijesh Chowta credits former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee for inspiring him to serve the country.
Police Commissioner Seema Latkar said here on Wednesday that the police and civil society should cooperate and work together to reduce crime and establish a better society.
Coimbatore struggles with roadside dumping despite Corporation's efforts, implementing initiatives like bin-free city and source segregation campaigns.
Telangana Food Safety Department ensures food safety through inspections, fines, task forces, training programs, and new testing laboratories.
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