abortion rights

The Supreme Court urged the Centre to consider amending laws to allow rape survivors to terminate pregnancies beyond 20 weeks, emphasizing no time limit in such cases. The bench highlighted the lifelong trauma for a child survivor and the need for the decision to rest with the survivor and her parents, with AIIMS offering counsel.

A Supreme Court bench has said that a woman’s choice needs to put first in all cases where she is seeking an abortion beyond the limit specified by law

A Swiss International Air Lines Airbus A330 aborted takeoff for Zurich from Delhi due to smoke from its landing gear. The aircraft, carrying 228 passengers, initiated an emergency evacuation, resulting in minor injuries for four individuals. Airport operations remained unaffected.

'Parents' Word Will Be Final On 30-Week MTP'

A Swiss International Air Lines flight aborted take-off at Delhi airport due to an engine fire, leading to a chaotic evacuation. A senior executive described the incident as "complete mismanagement" on the ground, citing issues with emergency response, passenger accounting, and hotel arrangements. The airline crew, however, was praised for their handling of the situation onboard.

Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi fiercely criticized opposition parties, including the BJD, for obstructing the Women’s Reservation Bill. He accused them of betraying women and hindering their constitutional rights for political gain. Majhi asserted that Prime Minister Modi's initiative to empower women was thwarted, vowing that public anger would impact the opposition's future.

Andhra Pradesh HC recently dismissed a petition, stressing that the ‘best interests’ of the child must take precedence over a parent’s attempt to gather evidence in divorce proceedings. Here’s what SC guidelines say about DNA testing

Despite billions invested in women's health globally, AIDS remains a leading killer of young women, and maternal deaths persist. Sophie Harman's book reveals how political calculations and corporate interests often overshadow genuine progress.

The Supreme Court has ruled that adoptive mothers are entitled to 12 weeks of maternity leave, regardless of the child's age, overturning a previous three-month limit. This landmark decision, following a five-year legal battle, recognizes the unique challenges faced by adoptive mothers in integrating children into their homes and families.