A 26-year-old man in Vadodara was arrested under the Prohibition Act and Motor Vehicles Act after a video of him urinating publicly at a traffic signal went viral. Police acted swiftly within hours.
Karnataka High Court permits termination of 26-week pregnancy for a 17-year-old rape survivor, citing protection of her 'honour and dignity' as paramount. Read the full legal analysis.
Punjab Assembly passes three crucial Bills to simplify land ownership, digitize records, and rationalize stamp duty. The move aims to reduce public hardship and expedite legal processes.
PGI Chandigarh's governing body, chaired by the Union Health Minister, approved crucial proposals to modernise medical education and expand clinical infrastructure. Key decisions include new student-teacher ratios, a post-doctoral course for armed forces,
As PM Modi completes 12 years, 2025 defies political norms with landmark reforms in economy, energy, security & governance. A look at the year's transformative decisions.
The Punjab Legislative Assembly has passed three significant revenue amendment bills aimed at enhancing tax collection and plugging leakages. The move is expected to strengthen the state's fiscal health. Read more for details.
Amravati Information Commissioner Ravindra Thakare exposes systemic RTI failures, with 70-80% officials not complying. He urges retired officials to help citizens fight for transparency. Read more.
The Repealing and Amending Act, 2025, ends compulsory probate for wills nationwide, easing inheritance. Learn what changes for Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata families and where hurdles may persist.
An Ahmedabad court dismissed a Muslim couple's adoption request, citing incompatibility with personal law. The ruling highlights adoption procedures under the Juvenile Justice Act for Muslims.
Indore Police conducted a massive overnight drive to curb crime ahead of New Year. Over 950 suspects checked, 377 faced legal action, and 163 drunk drivers booked. Read details.
Senior judge BK Dakshayini calls for urgent police action on child marriage & abuse in Hassan. Training held on POCSO, Juvenile Justice Acts. Learn the key directives.
AIIMS Bathinda invites applications for Tutor & Clinical Instructor posts. Apply online by Jan 27, 2026. Check eligibility, pay level & key dates here.
Ghaziabad court drops Gangster Act charges against former MLA Amarpal Sharma in 2017 murder of BJP's Gajendra Bhati, citing lack of evidence. Read the full details of the verdict.
The Indian Army has revised its social media guidelines, permitting all ranks to sign up on Instagram as passive observers. The new policy, effective from December 2025, aims to enhance digital awareness while maintaining security protocols.
India's new Income Tax Act, 2025, replaces the 1961 law from April 1, aiming for a simplified tax regime. Read about the key changes and implications.
Karnataka's new vaccine for Kyasanur Forest Disease (monkey fever) is delayed by a year. Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao says ICMR trials ongoing, new lab in Sirsi to boost testing.
A novel Nipah virus vaccine proves safe and stimulates immune response in its first human clinical trial, marking a milestone in the fight against the deadly pathogen. Read the full details.
India's Parliament passed the SHANTI Bill, allowing private firms in nuclear energy and repealing old acts. This move is crucial for advancing the Indo-US trade deal. Read the full analysis.
AIIMS-developed AI clinical tool will assist doctors in 70,000 hospitals. While it promises to standardize care for NCDs, experts raise data safety concerns. Read more.
Pune police register a case against two men for allegedly claiming to cure cancer and improve finances through prayers. Learn about the investigation details and the law invoked.
Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy promises urgent action to protect coffee estates from SARFAESI Act auctions. Planters fear losing properties as banks proceed with recoveries.
A special court in Mumbai dismissed pleas seeking zero FIRs against two Thane judges, upholding judicial immunity. The judge cited lack of evidence and the Judges Protection Act. Read the full details.
Opposition INDIA bloc announces nationwide protests against Vande Bharat Act and Ram G Act. AAP, Congress leaders to lead demonstrations. Get the latest updates.
Dr Randhir Singh from Guru Angad Dev Veterinary University receives the De-Facto Specialist Certification from the Asian Society of Veterinary Clinical Dermatology in Bangkok. Read about this honour and its impact on Indian veterinary science.
Two newly elected councillors in Kannur, one each from CPM and BJP, could not take oath as they are in jail following convictions in criminal cases. Read about the legal implications and party responses.
The Indian government is considering data exclusivity for pharma, a move that could delay cheap generic drugs, impact India's global edge, and affect medicine access. Read the full analysis.
The UAE approves Itvisma gene therapy for spinal muscular atrophy, becoming the world's second country to do so. This offers new hope for patients and cements the nation's leadership in advanced healthcare access.
Medical colleges in Bengaluru are offering salaries up to Rs 4 lakh per month for pre-clinical faculty, double the clinical pay, to address a severe shortage. Learn about the incentives and the poaching challenge.
India's drug approval process faces delays due to complex scientific hurdles in translational research. Experts explain the challenges and propose solutions for faster patient access to new treatments.
Mizoram's excise department cracks down on narcotics, registering 1,016 NDPS cases and seizing massive drug hauls. Over 1,500 arrested, including foreign nationals. Read the full report.