Kerala consumer commission fines nursing agency Rs 24K for abandoning bedridden patient

·1 views

A consumer commission in Kerala ruled against a nursing agency for failing to provide adequate care to a bedridden elderly woman. The agency abruptly stopped services without arranging a replacement nurse, leaving the patient unattended. This lapse was deemed a deficiency in service, causing significant distress to the patient. The commission directed the agency to refund Rs 4,000 in charges and pay Rs 15,000 as compensation for the inconvenience caused.

Read the full story at Times of India

This is an AI-generated summary. ShortSingh links to the original source for the complete article.

Discussion (0)

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay announces full waiver on farm loans of Rs 75,000

0 comments Read more at Indian Express

IndiaNDTV ·

Assam Disburses Rs 15,000 Each to Nearly 97,000 Flood-Affected Families

The Assam government has provided financial relief of Rs 15,000 each to nearly 97,000 families affected by floods in the state. The disbursement is part of an ongoing relief effort targeting households impacted by the flooding. The Chief Minister announced that the list of eligible beneficiaries is still being compiled. An additional 3,000 families are expected to receive assistance in the next phase of the relief program.

0 comments Read more at NDTV

IndiaNDTV ·

Revanth Reddy accuses rivals of occult practices; Harish Rao hits back

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy made allegations of occult practices against political opponents during a public meeting in Mulugu district. He claimed those involved wanted people to die, escalating political tensions in the state. Former minister T Harish Rao swiftly responded, calling the accusations baseless and without merit. Rao further alleged that the Chief Minister was using such charges to divert public attention from other issues.

0 comments Read more at NDTV

IndiaNDTV ·

600 Maharashtra Hostel Students Leave After Mass Hysteria Episode, Officials Cite Stress

Around 600 students vacated a Maharashtra hostel after rumors spread that the building was haunted. Authorities investigated the incident and found no supernatural cause, attributing the episode to mass hysteria driven by stress. Six female students displayed notable symptoms including persistent crying, fear, sadness, memory loss, and physical pain. Officials believe psychological stress among the students triggered the collective reaction that led to the mass exodus.

0 comments Read more at NDTV