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.
Category : Search result: BIS Act 2016
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.
India's New Seismic Map: 61% Land in High-Risk Zones
India unveils a revised seismic zonation map, introducing a new highest-risk Zone VI for the Himalayas. The update impacts 75% of the population and aims to transform urban planning and disaster resilience.
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Karnataka government commits to addressing the outdated Rent Control Act, promising action following a heated Assembly debate.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.
Trichy MP Seeks SAIL Status Report on Delayed Maris RoB Steel
Trichy MP Durai Vaiko demands a status report from SAIL on steel supply for the delayed Maris Road Overbridge. He warns further delays will prolong reconstruction, impacting key city connectivity. Read more.
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.
Calcutta HC Cancels 1,600 Bengal Teacher Posts Notification
Calcutta High Court sets aside Bengal's 2022 notification for 1,600 supernumerary teacher posts, calling the process invalid. The ruling mandates fresh recruitment. Read the full details.
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.
17 Lakh Silver Articles Get HUID Hallmark in Three Months
India hallmarks over 1.7 million silver articles with HUID in Q1, a major step to ensure purity and curb fake certification. Read the full report.
Silver HUID Mandate Sees 1.6M Hallmarks in 3 Months
India's mandatory HUID for silver sees massive uptake with 1.6M pieces hallmarked. Southern region leads. Verify purity via BIS CARE app. Boost for consumer trust.
Craig Morgan on Son's Death 9 Years Later
Country singer Craig Morgan shares his family's enduring grief and faith after his son Jerry's tragic 2016 tubing accident. He reveals how they honour his memory.
PGI Differently Abled Employees Protest Discrimination
On International Day of Persons with Disabilities, PGIMER employees held a rally and burnt an effigy, alleging years of denied promotions and basic facilities. Read about their demands.
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.
Mumbai's disabled citizens face daily barriers despite law
On International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Mumbai's wheelchair users and deaf citizens reveal the city's accessibility failures. Discover the gaps between legal promises and ground reality.
Mumbai Property: Risks of Buying Without Occupancy Certificate
A 42-year-old woman in Mumbai faces a property purchase dilemma due to a missing Occupancy Certificate. Experts warn of legal, safety, and financial risks. Read this essential guide before you buy.
India Withdraws 22 Quality Orders, Updates Key Standards
India withdraws 22 difficult quality control orders for chemicals, easing compliance, while upgrading standards for telecom, cybersecurity, lifts, and gas stoves to modernize infrastructure.
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.
When Pink Ball First Entered First-Class Cricket
Discover the historic 2016 match where the pink ball debuted in first-class cricket, revolutionizing day-night Tests and changing the game forever. Read the full story!
6 Gujarat IPS Officers Promoted While on Central Deputation
Gujarat govt grants proforma promotions to six IPS officers on central deputation, elevating them to DGP and IGP ranks. Key details on the December 1 notification and officer postings.
Calcutta HC Orders Public List of Tainted School Job Candidates
Calcutta High Court directs WBCSSC to publish names of 'tainted' candidates from annulled 2016 panel to prevent their entry into 2025 recruitment. Details inside.
India mulls QCO on food processing machines
India plans Quality Control Orders for food processing machinery to curb substandard Chinese imports, boost safety, and reduce 41% import dependency. Read more.
WB Teachers' Emotional Farewell Before Job Loss
West Bengal 2016 panel teachers conduct final classes before termination. Emotional scenes across schools as educators face uncertain future after Supreme Court order. Read their heartbreaking stories.
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.
India's New Seismic Map: Himalayan Arc in Zone VI
India releases updated seismic zonation map placing entire Himalayan arc in highest-risk Zone VI for first time. 61% of India now in moderate to high hazard zones. New building codes mandate stricter safety standards.
WB SSC's New List of 1,806 Tainted Teacher Candidates
West Bengal SSC re-releases a detailed list of 1,806 'tainted' candidates from the 2016 teacher recruitment, following a Calcutta High Court order for transparency.
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.
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