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.
India's new Digital Personal Data Protection Rules 2025 empower patients but leave hospitals navigating ambiguities on consent, data deletion, and retention. Explore the impact.
A sprawling racket of fraudulent marriage registrations exposed in Gujarat's Panchmahal district. Over 3000 dubious certificates issued, with officials suspended. Read the shocking details.
An RTI reveals Haryana secured Rs 10 lakh compensation from 411 wildlife poaching cases in 5 years. Yet, low conviction rates and delayed trials raise concerns over enforcement. Read more.
SBI data reveals 15,956 cyber fraud cases from Jan 2024-Oct 2025, with losses of ₹118.47 crore. Experts warn of rising digital banking risks. Learn how to stay safe.
The National Green Tribunal has pulled up Noida Authority for repeated pollution violations during construction. It noted a massive gap between imposed and recovered penalties. Read the full story.
Punjab Language Department issues notice after Social Security Dept fails to provide Punjabi translation of key disability scheme, affecting lakhs. Activists demand stricter enforcement of language laws.
Chhattisgarh High Court grants interim relief to a Sanskrit lecturer, staying the release of his service records sought via RTI. Justice Parth Prateem Sahu issues notices to state authorities. #RTI #Privacy #ChhattisgarhNews
India's new data protection law fuels AI tools for companies, but a critical innovation gap leaves citizens struggling to understand their privacy rights. Discover why empowering users is key to enforcement.
Punjab CIC flags serious lapses in Amritsar MC's record management & RTI compliance. Detailed enquiry ordered into missing files of prominent commercial complex. Read the full story.
Chennai Airport spends ₹1 crore annually on buggies after shifting cab pick-up. Passengers face hardship, but contracts with private firms are valid until 2029. Details inside.
RML Hospital & Lady Hardinge face severe faculty shortages, crippling key departments. Discover how this impacts patient care and why recruitment lags. Read the full RTI report.
The Centre has asked all states for an urgent status report on forming Civil Services Boards, mandated by SC in 2013 to ensure stable postings. An RTI by an IFS officer triggered the move.
India's key macroeconomic data, including inflation, GDP, and industrial production, will get a base-year reset in 2026. New CPI series launches Feb 12, GDP on Feb 27, and IIP on May 28. Read for details.
Tamil Nadu Information Commission appoints Nagercoil Municipal Commissioner as PIO after repeated failures by officials to attend hearings, sending a strong message on RTI compliance.
The National Green Tribunal escalates illegal quarrying behind Tata Cancer Hospital. CIDCO & state environment dept confirm no permissions were granted. Read the full report.
RTI data reveals state & central govt bodies in Mumbai owe BMC over Rs 3,000 crore in property tax arrears. Only Rs 243 crore recovered in 5 years, raising burden on citizens. Read full details.
CAG report reveals irregularities in PMKVY, including fake beneficiary photos. Also, insights on MGNREGA overhaul, nuclear sector reforms, RTI Act concerns & rupee depreciation for UPSC aspirants.
Princeton University faces consolidated lawsuits after a data breach. The incident, part of a wider Ivy League security crisis, raises major concerns about digital protection in higher education. Learn the details.
RTI data reveals over 1.4 lakh higher education scholarship applications are stuck in Maharashtra, causing financial distress for students. Learn about the delays and affected schemes.
Tamil Nadu Information Commission condemns an RTI appellant for verbal abuse. Commissioner R Priyakumar directs a fresh submission for final order. Details on the Madras High Court petitions inside.
CCTV footage from Ernakulam North police station shows a pregnant woman being slapped by an inspector. The video emerged after a year-and-a-half-long legal battle, contradicting police claims.
Official data shows an unexplained drop in pollution in Panchkula's rivers despite sewage inflow. Experts call it 'scientifically implausible' and demand an independent audit.
RTI activist files complaint over Rs 20.7 lakh helipad expenditure for President Murmu's Sabarimala visit. CM orders probe after chopper wheels sink. Read the full details.
Supreme Court CJI Surya Kant highlights a worrying trend of judges passing questionable orders before retirement. Details on the MP judge's suspension case and the court's strong remarks.
The Indian government confirms no security breach in the Aadhaar database, safeguarding data of 134 crore users with multi-layered encryption and ISO certifications. Read details.
RTI reveals Noida Authority utilised only Rs 9 crore of Rs 55.7 crore NCAP funds over 3 years. Officials cite bureaucratic delays, while residents demand urgent action on toxic air.
Three RTI activists booked for 'fake' info on VK Pandian's security produce new RTI reply matching their claims. They allege false implication. Read the full story.
Coimbatore civic body removes illegal workshops and structures from 28 cents of OSR land in Periyar Nagar, reclaiming property worth Rs 11 crore. Officials faced resistance during the anti-encroachment drive.
A 61-year-old farmer from Morbi accuses Gujarat Energy Transmission Corporation (Getco) officials of forgery and illegal installation of a high-tension power line on his land. Police register case under IPC sections.