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.
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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.
Haryana sex ratio slips in districts with no PNDT raids
Haryana's sex ratio at birth shows uneven progress. Four districts with zero PNDT raids for months see declines, prompting a state crackdown. Officials warn against complacency.
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.
Haryana Orders Raids on Illegal MTP, PNDT Violations
Haryana health officials direct civil surgeons to intensify raids against illegal sex determination and abortions. Strict action ordered to improve state's sex ratio of 915. Read the full directive.
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.
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.
Haryana's two-clinic abortion cap raises quack fears
Haryana's plan to limit gynaecologists to two MTP centres faces backlash. Doctors warn it violates the MTP Act, restricts safe abortion access, and could boost illegal quack clinics, risking women's health.
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.
SC: Hindu Women Should Write Wills to Avoid Litigation
Supreme Court advises Hindu women to create wills for self-acquired property, citing Parliament's 1956 assumption about women's property ownership. Protect your assets today!
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.
Easy 3-Step DPDP Act Compliance Audit for Businesses
Learn how businesses can comply with India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act using a simple 3-step audit process before the 18-month grace period ends.
Supreme Court Justice Warns of Elder Care Crisis
Supreme Court's Justice Surya Kant warns of a 'civilisational tremor' due to declining elder care in India. Learn about the urgent call for action on the Senior Citizens Act.
MP Increases Tribal Welfare Budget by 15% to Rs 47,296 Cr
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav announces 15% hike in tribal welfare budget to Rs 47,296 crore on Tribal Pride Day. Tendu leaf collectors get 33% pay raise, Forest Rights Act settlements cross 3 lakh claims.
Rajasthan ends two-child rule for local elections
Rajasthan government removes two-child disqualification rule for local body elections after three decades. Minister Jabbar Singh Kharra explains why public representatives deserve equal treatment.
Juvenile Justice Reform: Expert Calls for Direct Accountability
Exclusive insights from child rights specialist Anant Kumar Asthana reveal why India's juvenile justice system needs fundamental reforms focused on direct accountability rather than institutionalization.
Mangaluru Police Use KCoca Against 3 Criminals
Mangaluru Police invoke tough KCoca provisions against three accused including notorious rowdy sheeter in major crime crackdown. Details of the case and charges revealed.
India's Strategic Test in Laos: Countering Chinese Influence
As Laos assumes ASEAN leadership, India faces a critical test of its 'Act East' policy. Discover why this landlocked nation represents a strategic battleground where India must challenge China's growing dominance.
Hindu Daughters' Inheritance Rights: Complete Guide
Understanding the landmark legal changes that transformed inheritance rights for Hindu daughters in India. Learn how the 2005 amendment ensures equal property rights and what it means for families today.
Tribal Land Rights Disparities Exposed Across India
Jharkhand MP Jiten Choudhary reveals alarming inconsistencies in tribal land protection laws across India, highlighting how some states leave indigenous communities vulnerable to displacement and exploitation.
Court rejects divorce plea in godman follower case
In a landmark ruling, Uttarakhand High Court rejects a woman's divorce petition against her husband who abandoned family life to follow a spiritual guru, citing insufficient grounds for dissolution.
India's ASEAN Summit: Strategic Game-Changer
India strengthens its 'Act East' policy through crucial ASEAN engagements, enhancing regional influence and economic partnerships in Southeast Asia.
Life term for rapist of 4-year-old in Odisha
In a landmark judgment, an Odisha court has sentenced a man to life imprisonment for the brutal rape of a 4-year-old girl. The Special POCSO Court in Angul delivered swift justice in this shocking case that has shaken the community.
Tejashwi Yadav: INDIA Bloc Will Scrap Waqf Act
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav announces radical promise to abolish Waqf Act if INDIA bloc wins power, calling it 'unconstitutional' and 'anti-development' in fiery election speech.
India's Road Safety Crisis: Laws vs Reality
Despite comprehensive road safety legislation, India continues to witness alarming road fatalities. This investigative piece examines why strong laws fail to translate into safer roads and what needs to change.
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