Himachal Pradesh approved 1,181 land sales to non-agriculturists under Section 118, generating Rs 73 crore. The state now plans to amend this protective law. Explore the district-wise data and proposed changes.
The UMEED portal for waqf property registration closed on Dec 6 with over 5.17 lakh uploads. Minister Rijiju announced a 3-month penalty waiver for genuine cases. Explore the state-wise data and next steps.
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.
IT staffing firm LanceSoft faces discrimination row after job advert for a California role explicitly barred US citizens and green card holders, allowing only H-1B visa applicants. The Justice Department is investigating.
The government proposes amendments to allow electricity distribution via shared networks, aiming to cut infrastructure costs and give consumers a choice of suppliers. Read the details.
The US Supreme Court will review Trump's executive order restricting birthright citizenship. A ruling in 2026 could impact thousands, including Indian families in green card backlog. Read the full analysis.
The US Supreme Court will decide the fate of Trump's order to end birthright citizenship for children of undocumented immigrants. A ruling expected by June could reshape American citizenship law.
The US Supreme Court will review the constitutionality of a Trump-era executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship. The landmark case could redefine American citizenship principles.
The US Supreme Court will decide the legality of Trump's policy limiting birthright citizenship. A ruling is expected by June 2025, impacting the 14th Amendment's interpretation.
Himachal Pradesh Assembly refers contentious land law amendment bill to Select Committee for scrutiny after BJP MLA warns it could harm state interests. Read the full details.
The deadline for uploading waqf property details to the UMEED portal ended Saturday. While no extension is possible, a 3-month grace period without penalties has been announced. Read the full details.
The US Supreme Court has declined to hear a challenge to birthright citizenship, affirming the 14th Amendment. This ends a long legal battle sparked by a Trump-era executive order. Read the full analysis.
Karnataka becomes the first Indian state to fully digitize its waqf property records on the national Umeed portal, beating the Centre's deadline. Discover how they achieved this milestone.
TMC MP Shatabdi Roy argued in Lok Sabha that Bengali-speaking people in India cannot be deported to Bangladesh, highlighting citizenship complexities. Read the full debate.
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.
A 10-day exhibition in Kolkata, 'Ritwik Japon', commemorates Ritwik Ghatak's birth centenary with installations on Partition trauma and citizenship crises. Features maps, video on deportation threats.
With a deadline tomorrow, Waqf boards across India face an uphill task uploading property details on the Centre's UMEED portal. Technical glitches and document scarcity hinder progress, with UP at 36% and Bengal at 12% registration. Muslim MPs seek extens
Supreme Court directs Centre to bring back 9-month pregnant Sunali Khatun from Bangladesh on humanitarian grounds. Read about the legal battle and her uncertain journey home to Birbhum.
Rajya Sabha passes resolution to extend Water Pollution Amendment Act to Manipur under President's Rule. Opposition MPs criticize govt, demand immediate state elections to restore normalcy. Read the full debate.
The Trump administration has suspended US citizenship and Green Card applications from 19 countries. This move impacts the same nations listed under the June travel ban. Read for details.
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.
The Indian government will repatriate Sunali Khatun and her son after their deportation to Bangladesh, citing potential citizenship and humanitarian grounds. The Supreme Court has scheduled the next hearing for December 12.
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.
A Republican senator's push to end dual citizenship in the US could force former First Lady Melania Trump and son Barron to choose. Discover the details of the Exclusive Citizenship Act 2025.
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.
Russia intensifies Ukraine offensive with 5,660 strikes in a month. US domestic politics sees turmoil over Trump's moves, visa fraud, and a proposed dual citizenship ban. Key developments analysed.
The Ministry of Minority Affairs urges immediate registration of Waqf properties on the UMEED portal before the December 5 deadline. Supreme Court denies extension. Act now to avoid tribunal process.
Delhi High Court hears Apple's plea against CCI's new penalty rule based on global turnover, potentially exposing it to a $38 billion fine. CCI accuses Apple of stalling proceedings. Details inside.
Supreme Court directs waqf bodies to approach tribunal for registration deadline extension. Centre opposed plea citing Waqf Act provisions. Read key details.
Supreme Court agrees to hear NGO plea for including persecuted minorities awaiting citizenship in voter lists. Hearing set for Dec 9. A constitutional crisis looms for 50,000 applicants.