Mizoram: 1,563 drug arrests, 80kg heroin seized this year
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.
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Delhi's new school fee law vs other state models
Delhi's new fee regulation law joins a national landscape. We compare Tamil Nadu's fixation model, Gujarat's hard caps, and Maharashtra's consensus approach, examining legal challenges and implementation hurdles.
Assam Uses 1950 Act, Orders 15 to Leave India in 24 Hours
Assam authorities invoke the 1950 Immigrants Act, ordering 15 declared foreigners to depart India within 24 hours. Deportation from Goalpara detention centre set for Friday. Read the full story.
189 Yadgir Girls in Child Marriage, Lose Govt Benefits
189 beneficiaries of Karnataka's Bhagyalakshmi scheme in Yadgir were subjected to child marriage, depriving them of financial aid and inviting legal action. DC warns of strict measures.
Parliament Passes Insurance Amendment Bill 2025
Parliament has approved the Insurance Amendment Bill 2025, amending three key laws: the Insurance Act, 1938, LIC Act, 1956, and IRDA Act, 1999. Read about the sector's transformation.
Cooch Behar Residents Find Names on Draft SIR List
Uttam Kumar Brajabashi and four others from Cooch Behar, who received NRC notices, are relieved as their names appear on the draft SIR list. The Assam govt's Feb 2025 notification on Koch Ranbangshis played a key role. Read the full story.
Rs 10.42 Lakh E-Cigarettes Seized in Vadodara Raid
Vadodara police arrested a man and confiscated banned e-cigarettes worth over Rs 10 lakh from his apartment. The raid was part of a crackdown on illegal tobacco products. Read for details.
Bill to Hike FDI in Insurance to 100% Introduced
The Indian government introduces a landmark bill to allow 100% foreign direct investment in the insurance sector. Learn about the Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha Act and its potential impact.
Karnataka Govt Promises Action on Rent Control Act
Karnataka government commits to addressing the outdated Rent Control Act, promising action following a heated Assembly debate. Tenants and landlords await concrete steps.
Thane Court Grants Bail in Mother-Uncle POCSO Case
A Thane court grants bail to a woman and her brother accused of sexually assaulting her 10-year-old son. The court cites investigation completion and no prior criminal history. Read the full details.
Sri Lankan man arrested in Chennai for overstay, fake Indian IDs
Chennai police arrest a 54-year-old Sri Lankan Tamil man for overstaying visa & obtaining multiple Indian identity documents like Aadhaar & passport. Details inside.
Ujjain: Minor raped by brothers after alcohol given by elder sibling
A 13-year-old girl in Ujjain was allegedly raped by her two minor brothers after her adult elder brother made her drink alcohol. Police have registered a case under BNS, POCSO, and Juvenile Justice Act.
Mizoram completes 65.82% biometrics for Myanmar refugees
Mizoram officials have enrolled biometric data for 65.82% of Myanmar refugees and 13.98% of Bangladesh refugees. Get the latest updates on border shelter and data collection efforts in Aizawl.
6 Seniors Booked for Ragging, Obscene Acts in Hamirpur School
A serious case of ragging & sexual harassment reported at a Hamirpur school. FIR filed against 6 seniors under POCSO & HP Anti-Ragging Act. Details inside.
Manipur Water Act Debate Turns Political Over President's Rule
Trinamool Congress MP Sushmita Dev criticizes the Centre over President's rule in Manipur during a parliamentary debate on extending the Water Pollution Act. Read the full story.
Maharashtra RTS Act Ensures Time-Bound 1,212 Services
Maharashtra's Right to Services Act guarantees 1,212 government services with strict deadlines. Learn how citizens can appeal delays and the Act's impact on transparency and accountability.
7 Held in Prayagraj for Killing Nilgai, Weapons Seized
Prayagraj police arrest 7 men for hunting a nilgai in Nawabganj. Weapons, explosives, and an SUV seized. Case filed under Wildlife and Arms Acts. Read the full details.
7 Bangladeshi Women Convicted for Illegal Stay in Pune
A Pune court has convicted seven Bangladeshi women for illegal entry and stay. The judge ordered their deportation after converting their jail time into a sentence. Read the full details of the case.
Chhattisgarh SIR Survey: Legal Action Against Illegal Immigrants
Chhattisgarh Home Minister Vijay Sharma announces SIR survey to verify residents using 2003 records. Illegal immigrants face Foreigners Act. Read full details.
Emergency Arbitration Provisions in New Arbitration Bill
India plans to amend its Arbitration Act to include emergency arbitration and digital proceedings, aiming for faster commercial dispute resolution and to become a global arbitration hub.
Punjab Updates Societies Act for Financial Transparency
Punjab cabinet approves Societies Registration Amendment Act 2025, bringing all societies under RTI, mandatory renewal every 5 years to ensure proper fund usage.
Vizag Police detain foreigners with expired visas
Vizag police restrict movement of 3 foreigners after visa expiry, shift them to shelter home. Separate nationwide raid nets 50 Nigerians in drug trafficking case. Read full details.
Congress Demands Anti-Drug Raids in Gujarat Within 15 Days
Congress stages rallies in Tharad and Patan, demanding immediate NDPS Act raids against drug peddlers and action near schools. Party stands with MLA Jignesh Mevani.
UPSC Polity Quiz: Governor Powers, Tribunals Explained
Test your UPSC Prelims 2026 preparation with this essential Polity quiz covering Governor's constitutional powers, tribunals reform, and key amendments. Check your progress now!
Calcutta HC Overturns Pocso Conviction, Acquits Accused
Calcutta High Court acquits a man sentenced under the Pocso Act, citing material inconsistencies in witness testimony. Justice Ghosh sets aside the trial court's 3-year imprisonment order.
AP Veterinary Council Challenges Para-Veterinary Act
Andhra Pradesh Veterinary Council chairman asserts the Para-Veterinary Act must operate under the 1984 central law, not as parallel authority. Key officials review implementation concerns.
Assam to table 1983 Nellie massacre report again
Assam government plans to table TP Tewary inquiry commission report on 1983 violence during anti-foreigners movement in assembly. Congress questions move while AIUDF seeks discussion.
Assam uses 1950 law to deport 5 declared foreigners
Assam's Sonitpur district invokes Immigrants Act 1950 for first time, ordering 5 people to leave India within 24 hours. CM Himanta Biswa Sarma's push for the law explained.
Assam uses 1950 Act to order 5 foreigners to leave India
Assam's Sonitpur district issues first orders under 1950 Immigrants Act, directing 5 declared foreigners to leave India within 24 hours. Police confirm they are absconding.
British Doctors Jailed in UP After Nepal Border Crossing
Two British doctors of Indian and Pakistani origin land in Bahraich jail after crossing India-Nepal border without proper documents. Learn about the legal implications and their medical mission.
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