Male villagers in Bihar's Darbhanga refuse to refund Rs 10,000 mistakenly credited to their accounts under a women's scheme, alleging it was for votes. Officials face strong resistance in recovery efforts.
The Union Ministry of Panchayati Raj released ₹277 crore to Jharkhand after a political dispute. State minister Deepika Pandey Singh met Union minister Lalan Singh, while BJP blamed state's mismanagement.
Prolonged dry spells and lack of winter rain & snow in Uttarakhand threaten apple yields. Experts warn of inadequate chilling hours impacting the prized Harsil valley crop. Read more.
Central Govt Health Scheme sees massive expansion with 468 new hospitals empanelled in 2025. Delhi leads growth, but exits raise concerns over payment delays and care continuity for beneficiaries.
Govt First Grade College in Kavoor held a menstrual health awareness drive, distributing free biodegradable pads to 300 girls. The initiative, sponsored by a US couple and an NGO, will be held bi-monthly.
Bondalapati Koteswara Rao, newly elected secretary of AP Govt Employees Association in Guntur, urges unity to resolve grievances. He pledges to bridge gap between staff and authorities.
Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin disbursed ₹265.5 crore to 9,371 beneficiaries, inaugurated new buildings worth ₹74.2 crore, and reaffirmed the Dravidian model's commitment to uplifting marginalized sections on Ambedkar Jayanti. Read more.
Bhubaneswar Development Authority reclaims 3 acres of govt land in Gadakana, demolishing 14 houses. Drive part of citywide crackdown on encroachments. Read more.
Uttarakhand MPs raise alarm in Parliament over surge in bear and leopard attacks, citing climate change and habitat loss. Parents fear sending kids out as terror grips hills.
Uttarakhand's election department initiates a crucial pre-revision exercise to verify voters from the 2003 electoral rolls, aiming to ensure accuracy and integrity ahead of potential updates.
Simkot village in Pithoragarh introduces strict community penalties, including Rs 50,000 fines and social boycott, to fight rising alcohol consumption and smuggling, aiming to protect youth and families.
A 42-year-old man was killed by a leopard in Pauri Garhwal, marking the third fatal attack in the district within a month. Public anger over rising human-wildlife conflict intensifies. Read more.
Chandigarh's Grade-I heritage Govt Museum & Art Gallery, designed by Le Corbusier, secures approval for a major conservation and upgrade project. The plan aims to secure a central grant.
Tensions flared at Mhow's Bhojshala as ASI officials barred a new portrait of Waghdevi, citing a 2003 order. Devotees protested, leading to police intervention. Read the full story.
A poignant cartoon by Satish Acharya in Deccan Herald captures widespread public frustration with unresponsive governance. The artwork is a powerful visual commentary on the need for dialogue.
Uttarakhand Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan visited Champawat's Golu Devta temple to review the corridor project aimed at boosting religious tourism and local economy. Details inside.
Uttarakhand's early-warning system gets a major boost with 3 new Doppler radars approved for Haridwar, Pantnagar & Auli. This upgrade aims to improve accuracy of weather alerts in the hazard-prone state. Read more.
Faculty at Chandigarh's Govt College of Art have written to the principal, citing unclear remuneration and TA/DA norms for Panjab University examiners, risking smooth conduct of Nov-Dec 2025 practicals. Read the full details.
Punjab Agricultural University launches a dedicated women's gymnasium with 64 advanced machines. The facility, funded by the Punjab government, promotes fitness to manage academic stress and enhance focus. Read more.
Kerala High Court demands report on Suraj Lama, missing after hospital admission by police. HC criticizes surveillance lapses after body found near judicial city. Read the latest developments.
Indian Railways makes OTP verification compulsory for Tatkal ticket bookings starting December 1, 2024. This new rule aims to curb malpractice and ensure fair access. Read details.
PM Modi dedicates over 2 minutes of Mann Ki Baat to Uttarakhand, praising its winter tourism, adventure sports like ultra-marathon, and rising popularity as a wedding destination.
PM Modi highlights Uttarakhand's surge in winter tourism, adventure sports & destination weddings. Auli, Munsyari see record footfall. Discover why visitors are flocking to this Himalayan state.
Uttarakhand High Court supports the 576-raft limit on the Ganga, set by a tourism board committee. The court declined to intervene, stating it's an expert matter. Learn more about the ruling and its impact.
170 students at Uthandi Govt High School lose their playground as GCC builds kitchen for sanitary workers. Education officials claim they weren't informed about the project.
Dr Makarand Vyawahare, HoD at Indira Gandhi Govt Medical College, faces sexual harassment FIR by PG student. Internal probe & police investigation underway. #GenderJustice
Central Civil Service Rules now apply to Chandigarh UT employees as AGMUT cadre officers take key posts. Retirement age increases to 60, child care leave expands. Read analysis.
Police recover 161 packets of suspected explosive material near a school in Almora. An investigation is underway to determine how the hazardous material ended up there. Read for details.
India's DPDP Rules 2025 force e-commerce and food delivery apps to redesign interfaces, banning manipulative tactics that trick users into data sharing. Learn how this impacts your digital rights.
Bengaluru's new draft advertisement rules for 2025 introduce a centralized auction system to tackle illegal hoardings, enhance city aesthetics, and boost municipal revenue. Read the complete details.