Ahmedabad RPO: 7.6 Lakh Passport Apps in 2025
Ahmedabad's Regional Passport Office processed 7.6 lakh applications in 2025, approving 7.4 lakh. Discover the impact of new e-passports, pendency drives, and outreach programs.
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Madurai Passport Office Processes 2.97 Lakh Apps in 2025
Madurai's Regional Passport Office processed a record 2,97,689 applications in 2025, issuing over 1.77 lakh e-passports. Mobile van services and campus camps boosted accessibility. Read more.
Wyoming Court Rejects Abortion Bans, Cites Constitution
Wyoming's Supreme Court has overturned two abortion bans, ruling they violate the state's constitution. The decision preserves abortion access in the conservative state. Read the full analysis.
SC's UAPA Bail Ruling Raises Fears of Branding Dissent as Terror
The Supreme Court's recent ruling making bail harder under terror laws sets a dangerous precedent, risking the criminalization of dissent and indefinite incarceration without trial. Read the full analysis.
Bomb Threat at Bengaluru Passport Office Declared Hoax
Bengaluru police conducted thorough searches at Koramangala and Lalbagh Road Passport Seva Kendras after a bomb threat email. Authorities have confirmed the threat was a hoax. Read for full details and official response.
Mumbai Police: 98% missing children reunited, SC ruling causes panic
Mumbai Police address panic over child kidnappings, revealing 98% recovery rate. Incomplete NCRB data & a Supreme Court ruling on registering cases are key factors. Read details.
SC Ruling Paves Way for Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas in TN
Supreme Court's decision enables Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas in Tamil Nadu. Centre directs six states to align class 1 admission age with NEP 2020. Read the full story.
SC: Open category is for all based on merit, not a quota
The Supreme Court ruled that reserved category candidates scoring above the general cut-off cannot be excluded from open posts. This upholds equality and clarifies that the general category is open to all based on merit. Read the full analysis.
US Court Rules California Open Carry Ban Unconstitutional
A US appeals court has overturned California's ban on openly carrying firearms, declaring it violates the Second Amendment. The ruling cites historical tradition and a landmark 2022 Supreme Court decision. Read the full details and implications.
Kolkata Passport Adalats: 6 Dates in Jan for 800 Applicants Daily
Kolkata's Regional Passport Office schedules six special adalats in January to fast-track long-pending passport applications. Book your slot now to avoid delays.
Kerala Issues New KTET Guidelines After Supreme Court Ruling
Kerala government releases revised KTET norms for teacher appointments & promotions following Supreme Court judgments. Key changes include mandatory TET for higher qualification holders.
SC: Passport can't be denied due to pending criminal cases
Supreme Court rules passport authorities cannot deny renewal to an accused if courts allow it. Landmark judgment upholds right to life and liberty under Article 21. Details inside.
Afghan national arrested at Chandigarh airport for fake passport
Immigration officials at Chandigarh airport thwarted an attempt by an Afghan national to fly to Abu Dhabi using a forged Indian passport. Police are probing a larger network.
Maharashtra Ashram School Teachers Must Pass TET by 2027
Maharashtra's tribal development department mandates TET for in-service Ashram school teachers with over 5 years left. They must clear the exam by September 2027 or face termination.
Trump Removes National Guard from US Cities After Court Losses
President Trump pulls National Guard from Chicago, LA, and Portland following court rulings against deployments. He warns federal forces will return if crime rises. Read the full story.
SC Vacation Benches Sit During Winter Break for First Time
The Supreme Court of India convenes vacation benches, including one led by CJI Surya Kant, during the winter break—a historic first. Discover the urgent cases heard.
SC Vacation Benches Sit During Winter Break for First Time
In a historic first, Supreme Court vacation benches, including one led by CJI Surya Kant, convened during the winter recess. The court was closed from Dec 22 to Jan 2. Read more.
Mehsana man held at IGIA for fake passport, illegal US stay
A 30-year-old from Mehsana was arrested at Delhi's IGIA for returning from the US using a forged passport. The case highlights new immigration fraud trends amid US enforcement. Read the full investigation details.
Massive Protest in Bhilwara Against Aravalli Hill Ruling
Ex-minister Ramlal Jat leads thousands in Bhilwara, protesting SC's decision to exclude sub-100m hills from Aravalli range. Accuses govt of selling hills to miners. Join the conversation.
Karnataka HC backs DNA test order in paternity dispute
Kalaburagi bench dismisses schoolteacher's plea against DNA test in paternity & marriage dispute. Court cites Supreme Court rulings, notes zero maintenance paid in 5 years. Read the full details.
SC: Driving Licence Invalid Immediately After Expiry
The Supreme Court has clarified that a driving licence becomes invalid the day after its expiry if not renewed. Know the legal implications and renewal process to avoid penalties.
SC Ruling May End Long Jail Without Trial
A landmark Supreme Court order in a UAPA case could curb prolonged incarceration without trial. Learn how this impacts justice and the accused's rights.
India's Passport Colours: What Blue, Maroon, White, Orange Mean
Your Indian passport's colour is not random. Discover the official meaning behind blue, maroon, white, and orange passports and who is eligible for each. Read the full guide.
Uttarakhand HC frees French woman's passport after acquittal
Uttarakhand High Court orders unconditional release of French national Royer Nicole's passport after her acquittal in a drugs case. The court said travel restrictions were no longer justified. Read the full story.
SC: Trial courts can't impose imprisonment till natural life end
Supreme Court clarifies trial courts cannot sentence convicts to imprisonment till the end of their natural life. Ruling came in a murder appeal by Kiran. Read the full legal analysis.
Udaipur: Protests, Scuffle Over Aravalli Threat After SC Ruling
Massive protest in Udaipur against perceived threat to Aravallis after Supreme Court ruling. Police scuffle leads to arrests. Congress leader Fateh Singh Rathod joins agitation. Read more.
HC: Passport deposit not automatic bail condition
Punjab & Haryana High Court rules that demanding passport deposit for bail must be based on specific flight risk evidence, not used punitively. Landmark order protects personal liberty.
SC's Aravalli Ruling: Uniform Definition, Mining Ban
India's Supreme Court sets a 100m height definition for the Aravalli hills, halting new mining. Activists warn it may leave lower areas vulnerable to real estate. Discover why protecting this ancient range is crucial for North India's ecology.
Rajasthan Ruling Party Defends SC's Aravalli Ruling
Rajasthan's ruling party defends Supreme Court's Aravalli definition, accuses Congress of politicizing the issue. Get the full details on the environmental and political clash.
Supreme Court Defines Aravalli, Sparks Eco Debate
Supreme Court's new 100-meter definition for the Aravalli Range aims to end legal disputes but raises fears of mining expansion and ecological damage. Experts warn of threats to water security and desertification.
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