1. Justice Hema Committee Report on Malayalam Film Industry
- Context: The Malayalam film industry has been scrutinized for exploitation and gender inequality issues. In February 2017, an actress reported abduction and sexual assault, leading to the Kerala government forming a committee in July 2017.
- Findings: The committee identified 17 forms of exploitation in 30 categories within the industry and submitted a 295-page report in December 2019.
2. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Statue Collapse
- Incident: The statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj at Rajkot fort in Malvan, Maharashtra, collapsed recently.
- Action: Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde has ordered a joint technical committee to investigate the collapse. Another committee of structural engineers, sculptors, and Navy experts will oversee the construction of a new statue.
3. Centre’s Safety Measures for Medical Professionals
- Background: The rape and murder of a trainee doctor in Kolkata has led to calls for better protection for healthcare workers.
- Measures: The Centre has directed states to implement safety measures, including forming internal committees on security and violence prevention for doctors.
4. Gujarat Floods
- Situation: Heavy rains have caused severe flooding in Gujarat, with significant rainfall leading to the evacuation of 17,800 people and 26 reported fatalities.
- Government Response: PM Narendra Modi has spoken with Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel to discuss the situation. The state is dealing with overflowing rivers and reservoirs, and the Centre has promised support.
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