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New Delhi, September 29, 2026 (SDNA) — The rising cost of cancer treatment has once again come under judicial scrutiny, with the Supreme Court raising pointed questions over the wide gap between the cost of medicines and their maximum retail prices.During Tuesday’s hearing on petitions concerning the pricing of cancer medicines, the bench of Justice Vikram Nath and Justice Sandeep Mehta was presented with an example of a medicine reportedly costing around ₹2,700 but carrying an MRP of ₹27,000. The substantial difference prompted the court to question how such pricing affects patients and who ultimately bears the financial burden. Who ultimately pays the additional cost? The court also examined the issue from the perspective of government-funded healthcare schemes. Questions were raised abo...

Badminton and Table Tennis Teams Clinch Titles; Chess Squad Finishes Runner-Up Ujjain (SDNA): A strong display of sporting talent by students of the Government Girls’ Postgraduate College, Ujjain, saw the institution secure top honours in two disciplines and a runner-up finish in another at the district-level competitions organised by the Higher Education Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh.The college’s teams emerged champions in Badminton and Table Tennis, while the Chess team put up a commendable performance to finish second in the district competition. Badminton Squad Leads from the Front The college’s Badminton team featured Megha Nagwan, Dipanshi Upadhyay, Ichhapurti Gurjar and Apeksha Patidar. Their coordinated performance and competitive approach helped the team secure the cha...

From laboratories and launch vehicles to the Rashtrapati Bhavan, Kalam’s academic honours reflected the global recognition of his scientific and public contributions New Delhi (SDNA): The legacy of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam extends far beyond his years as a scientist and the 11th President of India. His contribution to science, technology, education and nation-building earned him recognition from academic institutions in India and abroad, including a substantial number of honorary doctoral degrees.These honorary distinctions were not earned through conventional doctoral study. Rather, universities and institutions conferred them in recognition of his achievements and contributions. The honours included distinctions such as Doctor of Science, Doctor of Engineering and Doctor of Laws. How many ...

Festival to Showcase Films on Responsible Citizenship, Social Participation and Positive Change Ujjain, September 29. The official poster of the Ujjaini Short Film Festival 2026, a joint initiative of Vishwa Samvad Kendra, Malwa and Bharatiya Chitra Sadhana, was unveiled at Vikram University on Monday in the presence of Vice-Chancellor Prof. Arpan Bhardwaj and Registrar Dr. Anil Sharma.The two-day festival, scheduled to be held in Ujjain on October 24 and 25, 2026, will focus on the role of citizens in building a responsible and progressive society. ‘Many Newtons in the Crowd’ — This Year’s Theme The theme of this year’s festival is “Many Newtons in the Crowd”, built around the broader concept of “Shaping a New Bharat through Civic Duties.” 📢 Join SD News Agency and Get Every News Update o...

Senior Citizens and Medical Service Honourees Recognised During Special Programme in Ujjain Ujjain, September 29. Love and compassion towards every living being form the foundation of Sanatan Dharma, while excessive display and religious pretence have emerged as serious challenges to its deeper values, scholars said during a special discussion organised in Ujjain.The views were expressed at a symposium on “Challenges Before Sanatan Dharma in the Present Times”, organised as part of the Senior Citizens Honour and Dialogue Day by Jeevan Udghosh Samiti, Ujjain, at Mahashweta Nagar. The programme was organised on the occasion of the birthday of former Divisional Commissioner and Vice-Chancellor Dr. Mohan Gupta. Senior citizens were honoured by their own family members and close associates duri...

RBI Guidelines Aim to Make Settlement of Death-Related Bank Claims Simpler and Time-Bound New Delhi. Money lying in a bank account does not disappear when the account holder dies. The balance in savings accounts, fixed deposits and other eligible deposits can be claimed by the person entitled to receive it, subject to the applicable banking and legal procedures.For families dealing with the loss of a loved one, handling financial and administrative matters can be difficult. Having a nominee registered with the bank can make the process of submitting a claim considerably more straightforward. Why Having a Nominee Matters When a bank account holder has registered a nominee, the nominee can approach the concerned bank after the account holder’s death and initiate the claim process. 📢 Join SD ...

Kiran, Poovamma, Prachi and Vithya Ramraj Deliver a Golden Finish in Nagoya Nagoya, September 29. India added another golden chapter to its Asian Games 2026 campaign as the women’s 4×400-metre relay quartet of Kiran Pahal, Poovamma Machettira, Prachi and Vithya Ramraj produced a superb run to capture the gold medal.The Indian team crossed the finish line in 3 minutes 29.69 seconds, securing the country’s sixth gold medal of the Games and India’s first athletics gold of the 2026 edition. Bahrain finished second to take silver, while China claimed bronze. A Powerful Finish on the Track The Indian quartet maintained its composure throughout the race before producing a strong final phase. Anchor runner Vithya Ramraj completed the job for India, bringing the team home in gold-medal position. 📢 ...

Haryana Chief Minister agrees to attend Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti’s 20th anniversary programme at Gurugram’s World Peace Centre Gurugram, September 29, 2026 (SDNA): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini met Jain Acharya Dr. Lokesh Muni at his residence, Sant Kabir Kutir, in Gurugram on Tuesday. The two discussed a range of national and international issues, along with matters concerning the development of Haryana.During the meeting, the Chief Minister felicitated Acharya Lokesh with a shawl and also participated in the traditional offering of food. Acharya Lokesh presented him with a copy of the book “World Peace Ambassador.” CM to attend Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti’s 20th anniversary event A key outcome of the meeting was the Chief Minister’s consent to participate in a special programme marking t...

Digital creators, journalists, YouTubers and social-media volunteers invited to join the September 30 programme Pune, September 28, 2026 (SDNA): A special Social Media Sugoshthi aimed at expanding the reach of the Go Samman Aahwan Campaign will be organised in Pune on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, with a focus on using digital platforms for public awareness related to cow service, protection and dignity.The programme will begin at 4 pm at Swaroop Vardhini, 161 Shaniwar Peth, Parge Chowk, opposite Sadanand Nagar, Mangalwar Peth, Pune. The campaign’s core message—“Service, Safety and Respect for Gomata”—will be discussed during the meeting, with participants exploring ways to use social media and digital news platforms to reach a wider section of society. 📢 Join SD News Agency and Get Every...

‘Krantiveer Shaheed Saadat Khan Mewati Gaurav Samman-2026’ to be held at Abhinav Kala Samaj on October 1 Indore (SDNA): A special commemorative programme honouring the legacy of Krantiveer Shaheed Saadat Khan Mewati, who fought against British rule during the 1857 uprising, will be organised in Indore on October 1.The ‘Krantiveer Shaheed Saadat Khan Mewati Gaurav Samman Samaroh-2026’ will be held from 5 pm to 8 pm at Abhinav Kala Samaj, Gandhi Hall premises. The programme is being organised by the MEO Educational Welfare Awareness Trust, Indore. The event will combine remembrance with recognition, with personalities from education, history, administration, social service, human rights, arts and other fields being felicitated for their contributions. 📢 Join SD News Agency and Get Every News...