SC: Passport can't be denied due to pending criminal cases
Supreme Court rules passport authorities cannot deny renewal to an accused if courts allow it. Landmark judgment upholds right to life and liberty under Article 21. Details inside.
Category : Search result: Right to Information Act misuse
Delhi to convert 284 double-shift schools to single-shift
Delhi government plans a phased conversion of all double-shift schools to single-shift, requiring new infrastructure and aiming to boost academic performance. Read about the ambitious education overhaul.
Bajwa Slams AAP Over FIRs on RTI Activist, Journalists
Punjab LoP Partap Singh Bajwa condemns FIRs against RTI activist & journalists questioning CM's helicopter use. He warns of authoritarian tactics. Read more.
Himachal HC Shuts Kangra Poultry Farm Near Homes
Himachal Pradesh High Court orders immediate closure of a Kangra poultry farm operating 50 metres from homes, ruling the right to a clean environment outweighs the right to livelihood. Read the full legal analysis.
SC's 2026 Docket: Religion, Citizenship, Liberty Cases
The Supreme Court shifts focus from 2025's off-court controversies to a pivotal 2026 calendar packed with landmark cases on religious freedom, citizenship laws, and fundamental rights. Explore the key legal battles ahead.
Right to be Forgotten: India's Supreme Court Weighs In
As India's Supreme Court intervenes, the Right to be Forgotten debate intensifies, pitting digital dignity against the public's right to know. Explore the new frontier of privacy.
Haryana CS Orders Fast Recovery of RTI Penalties from SPIOs
Haryana Chief Secretary orders immediate recovery of Rs 1.5 crore in RTI penalties from 57 SPIOs. The move aims to enforce accountability and uphold the Right to Information Act.
Madras HC: No to Goondas Act misuse, upholds liberty
Madras High Court criticizes Tamil Nadu officials for misusing the Goondas Act, grants interim bail to YouTuber Varaaki. The court warns against violating fundamental right to liberty. Read the full story.
Drug Inspection Data Kept Secret, Public Safety at Risk?
India's drug regulator CDSCO refuses to disclose risk-based inspection details under RTI, sparking debate on transparency vs. commercial interests. Experts warn this secrecy endangers public health.
MahaRail Criticised by CIC for Failing RTI Response
Maharashtra's CIC reprimands MahaRail for not responding to ex-MLA's RTI queries, calling it a serious violation. The commission orders disclosure of info and systemic reforms.
Ahmedabad: Over 1100 Complaints Against Public Security
Ahmedabad citizens file 1,106 complaints over slack security guards at public places. AMC paid Rs 211 crore to agencies, fined them Rs 4.38 crore. Read the full investigation.
Man arrested in Pilibhit for circulating minor's obscene video
A 22-year-old man was arrested in Pilibhit for allegedly making and circulating an obscene video of a 16-year-old girl on social media. The FIR was filed under the IT Act. Read the full details.
RTI Act: 70-80% Officials Not Following Law, Says Commissioner
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.
Punjab CIC orders probe into Amritsar building records
Punjab's Chief Information Commissioner has directed a high-level inquiry into the Amritsar Municipal Corporation's failure to trace records for a major commercial complex, raising serious RTI and accountability concerns.
Punjabi Translation Missing for Divyangjan Scheme, Dept Warned
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.
Telangana HC Directs Govt to Upload All GOs on Official Website
Telangana High Court mandates state to publish all government orders online, revealing over 15,700 GOs were withheld from public. A major push for governance transparency.
HC Stays Release of Lecturer's Personal Records Under RTI
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
Amritsar MC pulled up for missing Ganpati Tower records
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.
IAS Officer Appointed PIO After Subordinates Skip RTI Hearings
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.
RTI Appellant Abuses Commissioner, Faces Condemnation
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.
HC: Teacher Absence Frustrates Right to Education Act
Allahabad High Court directs Uttar Pradesh to create a policy ensuring teacher presence in schools within three months, stating absenteeism defeats the RTE Act's purpose.
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.
10,474 Girls Not Attending School in 5 Indian States
A 2025 study reveals 10,474 girls are out of school in 5 states. The RTE Act's age 14 limit and socio-economic barriers are key reasons. Read the full analysis.
RTI activists challenge police case with fresh data
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.
KMF Declared 'State' Body, Must Disclose Info Under RTI
Karnataka Information Commission rules KMF & its unions are public authorities under RTI Act, ensuring transparency in use of public funds. Details inside.
Bengaluru officials fined Rs 50k for RTI non-compliance
Two North Bengaluru officials fined Rs 50,000 for delaying land record info under RTI Act. Commission mandates timely responses to avoid penalties. Read more.
China Warns Foreign Media on Hong Kong Fire Reporting
China's foreign ministry issues a stern warning to international media, accusing them of spreading false information about a deadly Hong Kong fire. Details on the incident and the official response.
Fake Social Media Accounts of Junagadh MLA Traced to Pakistan
Junagadh MLA Sanjay Koradiya discovers fake Facebook and Instagram accounts created in Pakistan. Police investigate impersonation and extortion threats. Read the full details.
RBI Shifts Credit Reporting from Fortnightly to Weekly
The Reserve Bank of India has ordered banks to submit credit information reports weekly, a major shift from fortnightly updates. Learn how this impacts your credit score and loan approvals.
HC: Fair Trial Rights Override Police Privacy
Punjab & Haryana High Court rules an accused's right to a fair trial, including access to police call records, prevails over officials' privacy. Landmark decision sets precedent for evidence collection.
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