At the heart of this debate is Section 3(d) of the Patents Act, a safeguard designed to prevent drugmakers from extending monopoly protection through trivial modifications to existing medicines.
IPL captains will meet with the BCCI to discuss important rules and regulations for the upcoming tournament, including the impact substitute rule, code of conduct, and DRS enhancements.
IPL captains have voiced concerns about the Impact Player rule, which has been extended until 2027, during a meeting in Mumbai. The rule, which allows teams to substitute a player during a match, has sparked debate among players and fans, with some arguing it hampers the development of all-rounders.
Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill has criticised the Impact Player rule in the IPL, joining other Indian cricketers in expressing concerns that it diminishes the skill aspect of the game.
Indian cricketer Axar Patel has criticised the Impact Player rule in the IPL, joining Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya in expressing concerns about its impact on the development of all-rounders.
Sourav Ganguly supports the IPL's Impact Player rule, despite criticism from players like Axar Patel.
Opposition parties question the Assam police's murder charges in the Zubeen Garg death case after a Singapore coroner ruled out foul play, while Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma defends the state's investigation.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla addressed concerns about fairness and speaking privileges in the House, emphasising that all members, including the Prime Minister, must adhere to parliamentary rules and procedures.
Chennai Super Kings face a setback as Australian pacer Nathan Ellis is ruled out of the upcoming IPL season due to a hamstring injury.
Under the proposal, if a foreign carrier does not operate flights to a particular Indian airport for 'four consecutive IATA seasons', the regulator may suspend that airport authorisation.
The Supreme Court of India has ruled that individuals converting from Hinduism, Sikhism, or Buddhism cannot retain Scheduled Caste status, reinforcing existing constitutional provisions.
Chelsea have been fined a record total of 10.75 million pounds ($14.3 million) for historical breaches of the Premier League's regulations, the league said on Monday.
George Russell said Formula One's new engine and chassis regulations made racing feel more like karting after the Mercedes driver won Saturday's Chinese Grand Prix sprint race.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Tuesday said that the United States has not ruled out the option of sending troops on the ground in Iran and that military operations in the Persian Gulf nation would end once the objectives of Operation Epic Fury are achieved.
Iran is fighting a different war: Older, slower, and in some ways more dangerous. Iran doesn't need to shoot down an F/A-18. It only needs to make the Strait of Hormuz feel dangerous long enough for insurance markets, shipping companies, and oil futures traders to do the rest. Prem Panicker continues his must-read daily blog on the war in the Middle East.
Kolkata Knight Riders face a setback as India seamer Akash Deep is ruled out of IPL 2024 due to a back injury, adding to their growing list of injured fast bowlers.
The ruling LDF in Kerala faces criticism after infidelity allegations against Transport Minister K B Ganesh Kumar surfaced, with the opposition UDF questioning the government's response and commitment to women's safety.
A complaint has been filed against Rajya Sabha member Anurag Sharma, alleging concealment of property details and violation of election rules during the nomination process.
'The BJP is keeping its options open and that the final decision is still tightly held.' 'That is consistent with the party's tendency to preserve suspense, avoid premature factional conflict, and use leadership selection as a way of resetting internal hierarchies.'
The Jammu and Kashmir government has issued an order regulating courier companies, parcel services, and logistics operators in Jammu district to prevent the transport of contraband substances.
AIIMS-Delhi has begun implementing the Supreme Court's decision to allow passive euthanasia for Harish Rana, who has been in a coma since 2013. A specialised medical team has been formed to oversee the process, which is expected to take two to three weeks.
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw asserted that the BJP will form the government in West Bengal after the upcoming assembly elections, ending the Trinamool Congress's 15-year rule. He criticised the TMC for vote-bank politics, hindering development, and failing to protect women, while promising unprecedented development under a BJP government.
Punjab Congress chief Amrinder Singh Raja Warring has called for a probe by a sitting high court judge into the suicide of a warehousing corporation official in Amritsar, differing from other Congress MPs who want a CBI investigation. The case involves allegations of harassment against a former minister.
While this doesn't mean that air travel is now a breeze, what it does mean is that you now have more rights and more control over your money.
The Gujarat government plans to amend the Gujarat Registration of Marriages Act to address loopholes and prevent exploitation, particularly concerning "love jihad" cases. The proposed changes include mandatory parental notification and detailed information requirements for marriage registration.
The ruling is expected to have wide-ranging consequences for global trade, businesses, consumers, inflation trends and household finances across the country.
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff accuses rival Formula One engine manufacturers of ganging up to pressure the FIA over a proposed rule change, calling the controversy a "storm in a teacup" ahead of the new season.
The government on Tuesday brought in stricter obligations for online platforms on handling AI-generated and synthetic content, including deepfakes, saying platforms such as X and Instagram must take down within three hours any such content flagged by a competent authority or courts.
IndiGo, Air India, and SpiceJet are opposing the government's directive to offer 60% of seats for free selection, arguing it will lead to increased airfares to compensate for lost revenue.
Nikkhil Advani, a master of long-form storytelling, reflects on Freedom At Midnight and what it was to make a two-part series on the most difficult period of India's history in these polarised times.
Real Madrid forward Rodrygo will miss the rest of the season and the World Cup after tearing his ACL and outer meniscus in a LaLiga defeat against Getafe, the club confirmed.
Following a Supreme Court setback, Donald Trump has announced an increase in global tariffs from 10% to 15%, impacting international trade relations and raising concerns about economic repercussions.
Matheesha Pathirana has been ruled out of the remainder of the T20 World Cup due to a muscle strain, further impacting Sri Lanka's campaign after Wanindu Hasaranga's earlier injury.
Zimbabwe suffer a major setback as Brendan Taylor is ruled out of the T20 World Cup with a hamstring injury; Ben Curran approved as replacement by ICC.
The Chhattisgarh government has suspended Inspector General of Police Ratan Lal Dangi following a complaint of harassment and financial irregularities. The suspension is due to alleged violations of service conduct rules and unbecoming behaviour.
A Civil Police Officer in Kerala has been suspended for allegedly violating service rules by posting social media messages in support of a Left Democratic Front (LDF) candidate ahead of upcoming Assembly elections.
Only biological females, determined by gene screening, will be allowed at Olympic Games female events, says IOC.
The Supreme Court of India has agreed to examine a constitutional challenge regarding gender discrimination within Parsi personal law, specifically focusing on whether a Parsi woman loses her religious identity upon marrying outside the community.
Delhi Police in Najafgarh prosecuted 154 vehicles and impounded four during a special drive against tinted windows, citing safety concerns and potential concealment of criminal activities.
Indian car buyers care more about affordability than technology, keeping ICE vehicles dominant while hybrids emerge as the preferred transition option and EVs struggle in the mass market.
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