Today in History (September 22nd, 1791)
Michael Faraday, born on September 22, 1791, in England, was a prominent physicist and chemist of the 19th century. His pioneering experiments greatly advanced our understanding of electromagnetism and electrochemistry, making him one of the most influential scientists of his time.
Summary of Today’s News
Women’s quota Bill cleared in Rajya Sabha as all members vote in support.
The Rajya Sabha unanimously passed the Women’s Reservation Bill, officially known as the Constitution (128th Amendment) Bill or Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam. This historic achievement was celebrated with all 214 members present voting in favor.
Visa service paused amid Canada tussle.
Indian missions in Canada are temporarily unable to issue visas due to security threats faced by Indian diplomats, as announced by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). India is calling for a balance in the posting of diplomats between the two countries, hinting at a reduction in the number of Canadian diplomats in India. India has urged Canada to ensure the safety of Indian diplomats in accordance with the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations. The visa processing suspension will be reviewed periodically.
SC refuses to intervene in order directing Karnataka to release Cauvery water to T.N.
The Supreme Court of India has declined to intervene in the Cauvery water dispute between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. Instead, it is relying on the Cauvery Water Regulation Committee (CWRC) and the Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) to manage water sharing between the two states.
Aadhaar not mandatory for entry level admissions in private schools: Delhi HC
The Delhi High Court has upheld the suspension of two Delhi government circulars that mandated Aadhaar for entry-level admissions to private schools in specific categories, including economically weaker sections (EWS), disadvantaged groups (DG), and children with special needs (CWSN). These circulars, issued in 2022 and 2023, required Aadhaar details for admissions to preschool, pre-primary, kindergarten, and Class I in private schools. The High Court upheld the suspension, citing the Right to Privacy as a fundamental right under the Constitution, as recognized by the Supreme Court in 2017 in the case of Justice K.S. Puttaswamy (Retd.) & Anr. vs. Union of India & Ors, 2018
