Resident doctors and various doctors' organisations across almost all hospitals in Himachal Pradesh have supported the strike. As a result, OPD services remained shut at most places, while at locations where OPDs functioned, the number of doctors was very limited.
Delhi's air quality has worsened, slipping back into the 'Very Poor' category, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) exceeding 300 in many areas. Thick smog and fog trap pollutants, reducing visibility and disrupting daily life.
BJP leader Shazia Ilmi on Friday condemned the violence against Hindus in Bangladesh, saying that the way extremists are killing Hindus, lynching them, and this is happening either under the patronage or under the watch of the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday bowed down to the sacrifices of Veer Sahibzadas, hailing their bravery and valour to stand like a rock against the "cruel" Mughal Sultanate and shake down the "very existence of religious fanaticism and terror."
Veteran actor Manoj Joshi has voiced concern over attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh, noting that while events in "Gaza or Palestine" attract widespread attention, similar incidents in Bangladesh often go unnoticed.
The national capital Delhi witnessed a significant deterioration in its air quality on Friday morning. The overall Air Quality Index (AQI) was 305 at around 8 am. Hence, entering the 'very poor' category, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
People across the nation celebrated the festival of Christmas with great enthusiasm and festive fervour. From candle lighting to singing Christmas carols, the festival was welcomed with love and brotherhood, the very spirit of the festival of joy.
"The government must take cognisance of this matter, as it is a very unfortunate incident. A convict getting bail in this case should be subject to a re-appeal," Shinde told reporters.
"I would like to remind our Chief Minister that it is very important for a government to ensure the rights of the majority of the state are also being respected and the duties towards them are fulfilled," Selvam added.
Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani on Thursday said it was deeply moving moment to stand beside Param Vir Chakra awardees Captain Bana Singh and Subedar Major Sanjay Kumar as the Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) welcomed its very first passengers on Thursday.
Speaking on the overall performance of the Indian Economy, the Home Minister said, "Our forex reserves have crossed the record level of seven hundred billion dollars."