Maharashtra minister Manikrao Kokate divested of all portfolios after Nashik court issues arrest warrant in a 1995 EWS housing quota cheating case. CM Fadnavis recommends portfolios go to Ajit Pawar. Full details inside.
Haryana High Court demands answers after state 'reasonlessly' rejects international karate medallist's sports quota job application. Details on the legal battle and implications for athlete welfare.
Maharashtra minister Manikrao Kokate was stripped of all portfolios after a Nashik court issued an arrest warrant in a 1995 cheating case. The NCP MLA is the second from his party to face action under the Mahayuti government. Read the full story.
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams initiates a complete procurement department overhaul following scams. CBI probe reveals staff collusion, prompting staff transfers and strength review.
Opposition demands immediate disqualification of convicted minister Manikrao Kokate after his portfolio is reallocated. Calls grow for Maharashtra CM to take action. Read the full story.
Tamil Nadu minorities commission recommends land allocation for cemeteries in every district, internal quotas for Jains & Sikhs, and increased church/mosque renovation funds. Read the key proposals.
Chhattisgarh's new rule restricts RTE quota admissions in private schools to Class 1, starting 2026-27. Private schools oppose, calling it anti-equality. Read the full story.
Nashik sessions court upholds conviction of Maharashtra sports minister Manikrao Kokate in EWS flat scam. His political future now hinges on a High Court stay. Read the full details.
Maharashtra Sports Minister Manikrao Kokate convicted in EWS flat allocation case. Opposition demands immediate disqualification, citing Rahul Gandhi precedent. Read the full story.
Maharashtra Sports Minister Manikrao Kokate convicted for securing flat under EWS quota with false income. Nashik court upholds 2-year sentence, triggering immediate disqualification risk. Read full details.
A viral video from Manali exposes a 'snow scam' where tourists are charged for activities on a tiny artificial patch. Learn the facts and how to avoid such tourist traps.
Ghaziabad Development Authority launches online service for EWS and LIG housing registration. A committee formed to address delays. Read about the new rules for developers.
Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin launches urban Kalaignar Sports Scheme, aiming to spot talent and promote daily sports habits among Chennai's youth. Read more.
Orissa High Court directs excise commissioner to decide within two weeks on a 63-year-old man's plea to increase his monthly medical opium quota, citing health deterioration.
Karnataka's push for 56% quota is mired in internal reservation disputes. Explore the 6-6-5 formula, the new 17% SC reservation, and the political storm. Read the full analysis.
A Delhi chef lost Rs 1.73 lakh to a Bengaluru 'agency' promising overseas jobs. Delhi Police arrested three, including an MBA grad & bank manager, for the interstate cyber fraud syndicate. Read how the scam unfolded.
Despite legal hurdles stalling the 42% BC reservation in Telangana's local body polls, major parties are informally backing BC candidates. The High Court stay and pending Presidential assent create a complex electoral scenario. Read more.
Nomadic communities in Karnataka demand a separate 1% reservation and oppose the state's 6-6-5 quota formula. They warn of a 'Belagavi Chalo' protest if demands are unmet.
Andhra Pradesh High Court issues notice on petition demanding 33% reservation for women in state advocates' association elections. Hearing posted for next Wednesday.
Andhra Pradesh High Court demands state government clarify rules on spouse quota in employee transfers, citing alleged misuse by union leaders. Hearing set for January.
Rajasthan High Court directs RPSC and state govt to revise RAS 2023 ex-servicemen merit list after finding top-ranked candidate ineligible. Get the full details on the landmark ruling.
Annu Kumari, star of India's blind women's cricket team, returns to her Buxar village a World Cup champion. She hopes a govt job will lift her family from hardship. Read her inspiring journey.
Following a surge in fake disability certificate complaints, the Maharashtra government mandates fresh verification for all employees who used disability quotas. The move sparks debate over harassment vs. rooting out fraud.
Annu Kumari, star of India's Blind Women's T20 World Cup win, returns to her Bihar village. She hopes for a government job to support her struggling family. Read her inspiring journey.
A Bengaluru resident exposes a new rental scam on Reddit. Fraudsters lure victims with fully furnished 2BHK flats for Rs 15,000, then demand Rs 2,500 for an 'entry card'. Learn how to stay safe.
Karnataka High Court restricts fresh recruitment under enhanced SC/ST quota law but allows ongoing processes. All appointments will be provisional, pending the final verdict on the law's validity.
NEET 2025 sees a dramatic fall in MBBS management quota cut-offs in Chennai's private colleges. Experts cite new seats, rule changes, and infrastructure issues. Discover the key reasons behind this shift.
Omar Abdullah's government proposes reallocating RBA and EWS quotas to increase open merit seats in J&K jobs and education, addressing protests over 70% reservation. Read full analysis.
Omar Abdullah's cabinet sub-committee proposes changes to J&K's reservation policy, aiming to increase open merit seats from 30% to 50% after protests. Key facts and details inside.
Omar Abdullah's government clears changes to J&K reservation policy, aiming to restore 50% open merit seats while facing youth protests over increased quotas. Read the full story.