US Trial Begins to Determine Damages for UN Worker Killed in Boeing 737 MAX Crash

Parliament Monsoon Session Nears Washout as Opposition Hardens Stance

India's Parliament monsoon session is at risk of a complete washout due to a deepening standoff between the government and opposition. Opposition parties are demanding discussions on Ram temple donations and police conduct, refusing to participate in legislative proceedings until their concerns are addressed. In response, Union ministers have criticized the opposition for boycotting parliamentary business. Several bills have already been passed without any debate as a result of the ongoing deadlock. The government has so far made no assurances that the opposition's key demands will be taken up for discussion.

Only 4% of NPS Subscribers Have Migrated to Unified Pension Scheme

India's Unified Pension Scheme (UPS), introduced for central government employees, has recorded very low uptake since its launch. Just 4% of National Pension System subscribers have chosen to migrate to the new scheme. The government had designed UPS with assured pension benefits and gratuity provisions as key features. Due to the poor response, authorities have extended the deadline for employees to make the switch. The government has clarified that no plans are under consideration to replace or overhaul the UPS.

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Supreme Court questions govt on transgender ID cards and amended rights law

The Supreme Court has asked the government to respond to concerns raised over the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act. The court questioned how previously issued transgender identity cards could be retrospectively invalidated under the new law. Senior advocates argued that the amendment risks erasing existing benefits for transgender individuals. They also alleged that hormone treatment is being denied due to fear of prosecution under the revised legislation. Additionally, the court was informed that the national portal for transgender persons has been discontinued.