Jan Vishwas Bill, 2026 decriminalises minor offences in health sector

IANS | April 3, 2026 5:52 PM

New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) The amendments in the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026 span key legislations in the health sector, aligning with the broader objective of simplifying compliance while maintaining robust safeguards for public health, Health Ministry said on Friday.

Irfan Pathan helped me make my debut for J&K: Aquib Nabi

IANS | April 3, 2026 5:46 PM

Mumbai, April 3 (IANS) Auqib Nabi, the Jammu and Kashmir speedster, recounted his humble beginnings, drawing inspiration from Parvez Rasool and Dale Steyn, and credited former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan for his debut for the state. Delhi Capitals pacer Auqib Nabi opened up on his childhood and what drove him to become a fast bowler.

Disarming Hezbollah remains Israel's top objective in Lebanon: Defence Minister Katz

IANS | April 3, 2026 5:00 PM

Jerusalem, April 3 (IANS) Israel's Defence Minister Israel Katz on Friday reiterated that the country's top objective in Lebanon remains disarming Hezbollah through military and political means. After an assessment with military officials, Katz said, "Israel’s policy in Lebanon has been and remains clear: the top objective is the disarmament of Hezbollah through military and political means, regardless of the Iran issue," 'The Times of Israel' reported.