CJI Advocates Tech-Driven Prison Reforms for Reintegration
CJI Surya Kant calls for modernising India's prisons with digital training & UK-style monitoring chips. Aim: transform jails into 'engines of reintegration'. Read the full plan.
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Maharashtra Fills 198 Prison Posts, Aims to Cut Vacancies to 15%
Maharashtra home dept informs HC of reducing prison vacancies from 29% to 25.75%. 726 more posts to be filled by March 2026, with all 1,820 vacancies targeted by Dec 2027. Details inside.
SC Raps Maharashtra Over Undertrial Non-Production in Court
Supreme Court expresses shock as an undertrial is not produced for 55 hearings. Probe ordered into systemic gaps, staff shortages due to VIP duties, and flawed prisoner transport.
14 Phones Seized in Amritsar Central Jail Raid
In a major security crackdown, authorities seized 14 mobile phones from Amritsar Central Jail. The raid highlights ongoing contraband issues in Punjab prisons. Read the full report.
Punjab to Set Up 11 IT Hubs in Prisons for Inmate Training
Punjab's prison department launches 11 IT hubs to provide vocational training and rehabilitation for inmates, aiming to reduce recidivism and aid reintegration. A step towards reform.
Maharashtra Local Body Polls: Voting Dec 2, Results Dec 3
Maharashtra's first phase of local body elections is set for December 2, 2025, with EVMs at all stations. Results will be declared on December 3. Get all details on timings, seats, and the election schedule here.
Maharashtra Polls Dec 2: List of Open & Closed Services
Ahead of the Maharashtra municipal council and nagar panchayat elections, here is the complete guide on what services will remain open and what will be shut on Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Maharashtra Police Recruitment: Last Day to Apply
Maharashtra Police recruitment 2025 ends today for 15,631 posts including Police Constable, Driver positions. Apply at policerecruitment2025.mahait.org before deadline.
Maharashtra Police Recruitment: Apply for 15,657 Posts
Maharashtra Police announces 15,657 constable vacancies. Registration ends November 30, 2025. Check eligibility, selection process, and apply online at mahapolice.gov.in.
Maharashtra Visionary Summit 2025 Sets Development Agenda
Maharashtra Visionary Summit 2025 brings together leaders to discuss innovation and economic growth. Discover how the state plans to drive national development through strategic initiatives.
Real Housewives Star Jen Shah Gets Early Prison Release
Real Housewives star Jen Shah gets early prison release on December 10 after conviction in telemarketing scam. Her manager reveals her personal growth and holiday reunion plans.
100 Palestinian Deaths in Israeli Prisons: Report
Human rights group reveals nearly 100 Palestinian prisoners died in Israeli custody over two years, with true death toll likely higher. Urgent international action needed.
Maharashtra to regulate coaching industry with new framework
Maharashtra government introduces regulatory framework for coaching classes. New rules cover registration, facility standards, fee transparency, and misleading advertisements. Expected implementation in winter assembly session.
Karnataka forms panel after Parappana Agrahara video
Karnataka government establishes high-power committee led by ADGP R Hitendra to investigate prison conditions following shocking Parappana Agrahara video revelation.
Birsa Munda Jail staff suspended after viral dance video
Shocking video from Birsa Munda Jail shows inmates dancing to Bollywood songs, leading to immediate suspension of prison staff and high-level investigation into security lapses.
Jharkhand Prisons: 2070 Staff Vacancies Crisis
Jharkhand's prison system faces severe staff shortages with 2070 vacancies, raising serious security concerns across 38 jails housing 26,000 inmates.
Maharashtra 1st Indian state to partner with Starlink
Maharashtra signs groundbreaking agreement with Starlink to bring satellite-based internet services, bridging digital divide and boosting connectivity across rural and urban areas.
Yerawada Women's Prison launches community radio station
In a groundbreaking initiative, Yerawada Central Prison launches Maharashtra's first community radio station run by women inmates, offering rehabilitation through broadcasting skills and creative expression.
Pune Metro Expansion: Hadapsar to Loni Kalbhor & Saswad Approved
Maharashtra cabinet approves two new Pune Metro routes connecting Hadapsar to Loni Kalbhor and Saswad, boosting regional connectivity and urban development.
Maharashtra decriminalises minor offences for easier business
Maharashtra government approves landmark ordinance decriminalising minor offences under 7 key acts to boost ease of living and business environment across the state.
Maharashtra's Leopard Attack Safety Measures
Maharashtra government implements comprehensive safety protocol following leopard attack in Pune region. Enhanced monitoring, rapid response teams, and community awareness initiatives launched.
RBI rejects Maharashtra's asset reconstruction company licence
In a major setback for the Maharashtra government, the Reserve Bank of India has rejected the licence application for the state's proposed asset reconstruction company, dealing a blow to efforts aimed at tackling the massive ₹1 lakh crore stressed loans.
Maharashtra Local Body Polls: Dec 2 Voting Date Set
Maharashtra gears up for crucial local body polls as State Election Commission unveils election schedule with voting on December 2 and results expected by December 4. Key democratic exercise across municipal corporations and councils.
Maharashtra Local Body Elections: Polls on Dec 8
Maharashtra State Election Commission announces election dates for 9 local bodies across 7 districts. Voting on December 8, results on December 9. Key political battle ahead of assembly polls.
Maharashtra Ruling Alliance Coordinates for Polls Amid Rifts
Despite ongoing internal conflicts, Maharashtra's ruling Mahayuti alliance announces coordinated strategy for upcoming elections. Key leaders from BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP plan joint campaigns to present united front.
NCP leader announces poll dates before Election Commission
A senior NCP leader from Maharashtra has triggered a political storm by unilaterally announcing election dates for local bodies, raising questions about constitutional propriety and election commission authority.
Maharashtra: 25 Years Free Power for Poor Families
Discover how Maharashtra's new electricity initiative promises free power for 25 years to low-income households, revolutionizing energy access across the state.
Maharashtra Political War: BJP & Sena Trade 'Pappu' Jabs
Maharashtra politics heats up as BJP and Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena engage in bitter verbal warfare, exchanging 'Pappu politics' jabs amid escalating tensions ahead of crucial elections.
17,000 B.Pharm Seats Vacant in Maharashtra Colleges
Shocking vacancy rates plague Maharashtra's pharmacy colleges as only 29,000 of 46,109 seats get filled. Discover the reasons behind this educational crisis and its implications.
Maharashtra Leopard Attacks: Village Protests After Double Strike
Pimparkhed village in Maharashtra's Junnar district witnesses consecutive leopard attacks within 24 hours, sparking massive protests and demands for immediate wildlife intervention.
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