Bhubaneswar authorities fast-track road repairs across major thoroughfares and internal lanes after citizens flag poor conditions via TOI's portal. Mayor Sulochana Das ensures nighttime work and durable solutions.
Indian government notifies DPDP rules to empower citizens, protect digital privacy. Learn how new regulations transform data handling practices nationwide.
Explore the critical public opinions and expert insights featured in Deccan Herald's Speak Out column on November 13, 2025. Discover pressing national issues and diverse perspectives shaping India's discourse.
Karnataka's new pastoralist law focuses on welfare, but experts argue securing land and grazing rights is the real solution for their survival. Learn why rights matter more than handouts.
Explore the diverse public opinions featured in Deccan Herald's Speak Out column from November 11, 2025. Discover citizen perspectives on pressing national issues.
Delhi High Court clarifies furlough is not an absolute right, upholding mandatory 1-year waiting period for convicts readmitted to prison. Key legal analysis of prisoner rights in India.
In a landmark judgment, Allahabad High Court protects a Muslim woman's live-in relationship after verbal divorce, emphasizing constitutional rights over personal law in matters of life and liberty.
Bengaluru launches groundbreaking 'Traffic Cop for a Day' program allowing citizens to enforce traffic rules and experience firsthand the challenges of managing city traffic.
A 71-year-old Bengaluru woman returning from Saudi Arabia fell victim to an elaborate cybercrime scheme where scammers posing as law enforcement kept her in 'digital arrest' for 26 days, swindling ₹83 lakh while causing severe mental trauma.
Supreme Court delivers landmark judgment requiring police to provide written arrest grounds in ALL cases, strengthening citizen rights and transparency in criminal justice system.
Supreme Court mandates written arrest grounds for every detained person, strengthening fundamental rights and transparency in law enforcement procedures across India.
Discover how Pune's groundbreaking Spider Watch initiative is transforming fear into fascination through citizen science, creating India's first comprehensive urban spider database while challenging deep-rooted arachnophobia.
A heartbreaking road accident in Goa results in the death of a senior citizen riding pillion. The 71-year-old succumbed to injuries despite medical efforts, highlighting urgent road safety issues.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court delivers sharp rebuke to Haryana government for systemic administrative apathy affecting public welfare. Landmark hearing exposes bureaucratic delays and citizen grievances.
Discover the shocking reality behind India's struggling e-governance portals and how technical glitches are denying citizens access to essential services.
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.
Sudan's Ambassador to India confirms readiness to assist in safe return of abducted Indian national. Latest developments on the concerning situation.
In a groundbreaking judgment, Delhi High Court protects law students' academic rights, ruling that colleges cannot prevent exam participation solely due to attendance deficits. Learn how this decision impacts legal education across India.
Rohtak Police introduces innovative QR code feedback system to transform citizen-police interaction. Learn how this digital initiative enhances transparency and service delivery in Haryana.
In the heart of India's capital, determined NGOs and human rights organizations continue their relentless battle for justice, providing hope to marginalized communities despite facing numerous challenges.
Nepal Embassy acknowledges Indian Home Ministry's prompt action after Nepali citizen faces transit issues at Delhi Airport. Diplomatic channels resolve matter efficiently.
A 67-year-old retired professional in Mangaluru loses life savings to elaborate investment fraud. Cybercrime police uncover multi-layered scam operation targeting senior citizens with fake stock market promises.
The Ministry of Home Affairs refutes allegations of India's involvement in preventing a Nepali national from traveling to Berlin, calling the claims 'completely incorrect' and clarifying immigration protocols.
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.
Recent court rulings are creating dangerous precedents that weaken personality rights protection for celebrities and public figures across India. Legal experts warn of concerning trends.
Exclusive investigation into Assam's controversial vigilante group operating with alleged government support. Discover how citizen-led policing is raising constitutional questions in Northeast India.
Explore how India's Aadhaar system is transforming citizen verification processes across banking, welfare, and telecommunications. Discover the implications of mandatory digital identification.
District Commissioner Rahul Keshwani launches comprehensive campaign against child labour in Lahaul-Spiti, emphasizing education and legal protection for vulnerable children.
The Election Commission of India launches comprehensive voter assistance with National Voter Helpline and 36 state/district centers to resolve citizen queries ahead of 2025 elections.
Disturbing footage emerges showing US Border Patrol agents aggressively detaining a senior citizen during New York's Halloween parade, sparking outrage and questions about police conduct.