Supreme Court The Supreme Court on Wednesday allowed the withdrawal of medical treatment to 31 year old Harish Rana in a first passive euthanasia case in the country. The top court directed Delhi’s AIIMS to admit Rana and provide all necessary facilities in carrying out exercise of withdrawing life support system.A bench of Justices JB Pardiwala and KV Viswanathan pronounced the momentous verdict.Rana has been in a vegetative state with 100 percent disability and quadriplegia, that required him continuous medical assistance for breathing, feeding, and daily care.The top court held that an individual can choose death when prolonging life through artificial life support goes against their dignity and there is no hope of recovery.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’We Agree To Remain…’: Jaishankar Calls Up Iran FM Araghchi Amid Looming Energy Crisis Due To War’Good Actors’: White House On ‘Temporary Permission’ To India Over Russian Oil PurchasesModi Meets Jaishankar, Puri As India Secures Energy Routes Amid Iran WarUAE Ambassador Slams Tehran Strikes, Says India’s Voice ‘Carries Weight’ In West Asia‘Iran’s New Leader Won’t Live In Peace’, Says Trump; Tehran warns ‘Beware, Lest You Be Eliminated’’Om Birla Perfected Art Of Turning Off Microphones Of Oppn MPs’: Explosive Mahua Moitra In Lok SabhaPost-Operation Sindoor, India Formalises Its Military Transformation Blueprint With Vision 2047’There’s Only One Leader Who…’: Priyanka’s Counter-Attack On Rijiju’s ‘Hug And Wink’ Dig At RahulAsaduddin Owaisi Questions Legality Of Speaker Role During No-Confidence Motion In Lok SabhaGaurav Gogoi Targets Kiren Rijiju Over Interruptions, Amit Shah Hits Back With ‘Irresponsible’ Jibe123PhotostoriesShooting outside Rihanna’s home: What we know so far5 of India’s most extreme places to visit6 luxury car features that quietly make driving more comfortable8 iconic buildings and the names of famous architects who made themBaby names for boy born on Wednesday5 vegetarian foods packed with more protein than meatHow to grow strawberries in balcony gardenEarth “rang like a bell” for 9 days: Scientists trace the eerie signal to a Greenland megatsunamiColon cancer is rising in younger adults: Doctors explain how sedentary lifestyles, poor bowel habits and diet increase risk and the daily habits that help prevent itMeet Marta Ortega Pérez: The billionaire heiress redefining the Zara empire123Hot PicksIT rulesUAE Travel AlertUCC gender biasCovid vaccine compensation policyIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingIran War Impact on IndiaParliament Budget SessionUS Strike on Iran OilBengal assembly electionsUS military strikes IranSwitzerland bus fireIran WarBrain dead womenBhadreshkumar PatelTexas visa fraud
The Supreme Court on Wednesday allowed the withdrawal of medical treatment to 31 year old Harish Rana in a first passive euthanasia case in the country. The top court directed Delhi’s AIIMS to admit Rana and provide all necessary facilities in carrying out exercise of withdrawing life support system.A bench of Justices JB Pardiwala and KV Viswanathan pronounced the momentous verdict.Rana has been in a vegetative state with 100 percent disability and quadriplegia, that required him continuous medical assistance for breathing, feeding, and daily care.The top court held that an individual can choose death when prolonging life through artificial life support goes against their dignity and there is no hope of recovery.