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Supreme Court orders states to build women lawyers' toilets in courts within 6 weeks

The Supreme Court has directed all states to construct washroom facilities for women lawyers in court premises within a six-week deadline. The order comes in response to a longstanding human rights and health concern affecting women advocates practicing across the country. The court dismissed states' claims of insufficient funds, pointing to alternative sources of revenue to finance the construction. The bench emphasized that the absence of basic sanitation facilities undermines the dignity and well-being of women in the legal profession. The ruling aims to ensure that women lawyers can carry out their work in conditions that meet basic health and dignity standards.

Venezuela Twin Earthquakes Death Toll Surpasses 5,000

Two powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela last month have resulted in more than 5,000 fatalities. The updated death toll was announced on Friday by Jorge Rodriguez, the head of Venezuela's National Assembly. Rodriguez shared the figures via a post on the messaging platform Telegram. The disaster, which occurred weeks ago, has proven to be one of the deadliest seismic events in the country's recent history.

Supreme Court to Hear Case on High Prices of Life-Saving Medicines

The Supreme Court of India is set to take up the issue of high costs of life-saving medications. The case highlights growing concerns over the affordability of critical drugs for patients. The court's intervention signals judicial recognition of the burden placed on citizens by expensive medicines. A hearing is expected to examine why such essential medications remain financially out of reach for many.

India to engage with US over immigration & visa issues