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The Bombay High Court has decided not to intervene in the voter deletion issue in Maharashtra for now. While hearing a petition, the court referenced ongoing proceedings in the Supreme Court that will address the matter. The petitioner alleged improper voter exclusions during recent enumeration activities conducted by the Election Commission of India. The high court has scheduled further hearings for three weeks in the future.

The Bombay High Court has decided not to intervene in the voter deletion issue in Maharashtra for now. While hearing a petition, the court referenced ongoing proceedings in the Supreme Court that will address the matter. The petitioner alleged improper voter exclusions during recent enumeration activities conducted by the Election Commission of India. The high court has scheduled further hearings for three weeks in the future.

The 2026 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine has been awarded to Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann, and Georg Nagel for their groundbreaking contributions to neuroscience and optogenetics. This innovative technique enables researchers to manipulate nerve cells with light, offering profound insights into brain functionality. Their work has opened doors to understanding neurological and psychiatric conditions, showcasing the significance of their research in advancing future medical science.

In a startling report, PEN America disclosed that almost 12,000 book bans impacted public schools last year, marking a significant rise in censorship. The report underscores that books addressing race, sexuality, and gender identity face the highest scrutiny, with Stephen King's writings being the most frequently challenged. Noteworthy titles such as 'The Handmaid's Tale' and 'Speak' also appeared on the list.

The National Commission for Women has recommended enhanced safety measures for women using app-based transport services. Guidelines include driver background checks, a mandatory SOS button, and real-time alerts for suspicious activities. Aggregators must ensure driver and vehicle identity matches through neat verification processes before rides. Special provisions for women traveling alone at night include safer drop-off points and priority support.

The National Commission for Women has recommended enhanced safety measures for women using app-based transport services. Guidelines include driver background checks, a mandatory SOS button, and real-time alerts for suspicious activities. Aggregators must ensure driver and vehicle identity matches through neat verification processes before rides. Special provisions for women traveling alone at night include safer drop-off points and priority support.

The government also raised the monthly remuneration of 'Karmabandhus', part-time support staff, from Rs 5,000 to Rs 8,000, while increasing the food allowance for SC and ST hostel students from Rs 1,800 to Rs 3,300.

The government also raised the monthly remuneration of 'Karmabandhus', part-time support staff, from Rs 5,000 to Rs 8,000, while increasing the food allowance for SC and ST hostel students from Rs 1,800 to Rs 3,300.