NE’s 1st trans doctor wins legal battle to have new identity in academic certs

Beoncy Laishram, Northeast India’s first transgender doctor, secured a Manipur High Court victory, affirming her right to update academic certificates to reflect her female identity. The court mandated authorities to reissue certificates within a month, citing the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019. This ruling allows Beoncy to pursue her medical career without identity…

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‘Change will come’: Tejashwi Yadav confident as Bihar vote counting begins

Vote counting for the Bihar assembly elections commenced amidst tight security. Opposition leader Tejashwi Yadav expressed confidence in a ‘people’s victory’ and forming the government. Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha countered, criticizing dynastic politics and predicting a public rejection of ‘jungle raj’ heirs. The elections saw a historic voter turnout, with women leading.

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’10 years of abuse’: UK ex-MP accuses husband of sexual assault; he had championed women’s rights

Former UK Conservative MP Kate Kniveton has revealed years of abuse by her ex-husband, Andrew Griffiths, also a former Tory MP. In a new documentary, Kniveton details the decade-long abuse, which continued through legal channels even after she left. She highlights the failures of family courts in protecting victims and children, emphasizing that domestic abuse…

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Could a man really be pregnant? What a positive pregnancy test result actually mean

A positive pregnancy test in men, though rare, demands immediate medical attention. While it may seem humorous, elevated levels of hCG, detected by these tests, often signal underlying health issues like testicular cancer. Doctors emphasize that such results should not be ignored. Early detection through blood tests and imaging is crucial, as prompt treatment significantly…

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Bharat Biotech forays into CRDMO space with new cell & gene therapies arm Nucelion Therapeutics

Bharat Biotech is venturing into advanced therapies by launching Nucelion Therapeutics, a subsidiary focused on cell and gene therapies. This new entity will offer comprehensive development and manufacturing services for innovative treatments targeting cancers, autoimmune disorders, and rare genetic diseases. Nucelion aims to provide scalable solutions, supporting global life science innovators from its state-of-the-art facility…

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