Breaking News: Earthquake Hits Philippines, Drug Inspections Fall Short in Tamil Nadu
An earthquake of magnitude 7.4 struck the Philippines’ Mindanao region, and drug inspections in Tamil Nadu have consistently fallen short of targets, raising concerns about regulatory oversight.
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Between 2016-17 and 2020-21, the drug regulator in Tamil Nadu consistently fell short of its targets. Inspectors conducted about 61% of the scheduled drug inspections and collected roughly 49% of the samples required for quality testing. These persistent shortfalls, which highlight structural weaknesses in monitoring and enforcement, were red-flagged by the Comptroller and Auditor General of India last year. The issue has come into focus following the death of 22 children after drinking contaminated cough syrup in Madhya Pradesh’s Chhindwara district.
The body of one of the two soldiers who have been missing since Monday was found on Thursday in the Kokernag forests in South Kashmir’s Anantnag district. The search for the other soldier is ongoing. The body of the paratrooper was found inside the dense forests of Gadole in Kokernag. Sources suggest that the soldier likely died of hypothermia due to plummeting temperatures following heavy snowfall in the forest area.
The lifting of protection for vast swathes of the Aravallis could favor real estate and mining interests, according to conservationists. This move has sparked concerns among environmentalists who are fighting to preserve the natural landscape and biodiversity of the region.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the magnitude of the earthquake that hit the Philippines?
The earthquake that hit the Philippines’ Mindanao region had a magnitude of 7.4, as reported by the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC).
What percentage of drug inspections were conducted in Tamil Nadu between 2016-17 and 2020-21?
Between 2016-17 and 2020-21, about 61% of the scheduled drug inspections were conducted in Tamil Nadu.
Where was the body of the missing soldier found?
The body of one of the two missing soldiers was found in the dense forests of Gadole in Kokernag, South Kashmir’s Anantnag district.
What is the primary concern regarding the lifting of protection for the Aravallis?
The primary concern is that the lifting of protection for the Aravallis could favor real estate and mining interests, potentially harming the natural landscape and biodiversity of the region.
What was the likely cause of the soldier's death in the Kokernag forests?
The preliminary investigation suggests that the soldier likely died of hypothermia due to the plummeting temperatures following heavy snowfall in the forest area.
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