Today in History (October 21st, 1949)
Benjamin Netanyahu, born on October 21, 1949, is an Israeli politician and diplomat who has served as Israel’s Prime Minister three times, with his latest term beginning in 2022. A member of the Likud party, he has played a significant role in shaping Israeli politics for several decades. Netanyahu’s political career has been marked by his strong conservative stance on security and defense.
Summary of Today’s News
Govt. delay disturbs judicial seniority: SC
The Supreme Court expressed serious concern on a Friday, characterizing the government’s actions as “troublesome” and “very disturbing.” The court raised issues regarding the delayed judicial appointments and transfers within High Courts, while certain individuals’ names were rapidly approved. Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul, leading a three-judge Bench, pointed out that the government had prolonged the transfers of several High Court judges for months.
Eradicate manual scavenging, SC tells Centre, States
The Supreme Court, in a recent ruling, emphasized the significance of fraternity, equality, and dignity for all citizens and raised concerns over the persistence of manual scavenging, even a decade after it was outlawed. A Bench headed by Justice S.R. Bhat held the Union and the States responsible for ensuring the complete eradication of this inhuman practice through the strict enforcement of the Prohibition of Employment as Manual Scavengers and their Rehabilitation Act, 2013.
Forcing children to recite any prayer against free thought: HC
The Kerala High Court, in a recent ruling, emphasized the importance of upholding free thought and freedom of belief, especially in the context of children’s ceremonies. Justice Devan Ramachandran made this observation while addressing a writ petition filed against the format of an application issued by the library committee of the Mattannur municipality in Kannur for the Vidyarambham ceremony, a traditional initiation of children into the world of letters.
Gaganyaan Mission: ISRO is set for first test flight today
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is scheduled to conduct the first Flight Test Vehicle Abort Mission (TVD1) for the Gaganyaan program on October 21. This mission is designed to demonstrate the performance of the Crew Escape System. The TVD1 will launch from the first launch pad of the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota at 8 a.m.
