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Lok Sabha clears bill to increase number of Supreme Court judges, without debate
The Lok Sabha passed the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026. This bill seeks to increase the sanctioned strength of Supreme Court judges. The legislation will now be sent to the Rajya Sabha for its consideration. The government argues this increase will improve judicial efficiency and speed. The sanctioned strength was last increased
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Wild capuchin monkeys use AI touchscreen and learn to kiss it
In a groundbreaking development, scientists created an AI system designed to explore the cognitive functions of capuchin monkeys in the wild. This state-of-the-art system leverages facial recognition and touchscreen interaction to perform automated cognitive tests. Dubbed CapuchinAI, it facilitates the tracking of unique learning and memory traits. Promising results were observed during tests in a
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‘Neither officer using excessive force, nor criminal protester should be protected’: SC
The Supreme Court stated police using excessive force and hardened criminals will not be protected. States can withdraw FIRs against students from the NEET-UG protest as per law. The court may issue guidelines on pellet gun usage during protests. “Criminal antecedents” will only cover grave and heinous offences, not minor cases. The matter has been
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Watch: Broad Peak avalanche that killed record-breaking mountaineer Nirmal Purja
A video has emerged showing a deadly avalanche on Broad Peak, situated in PoK, that swept away a 10-member international expedition including renowned climber Nirmal Purja.
