The Odisha government plans to amend the Lokayukta Act, 2014, before appointing a new chairperson and members. The anti-corruption body has been vacant for over a year, prompting legal scrutiny.
A woman in Manila prayed to a green statue for four years, believing it was Buddha. A friend revealed it was actually a 3D-printed figure of Shrek, sparking viral reactions online.
Retired Justice Ferdino Rebello leads activists demanding repeal of TCP Act provisions enabling hill and wetland development in Goa, citing violations of Regional Plan 2021.
The Goa state cabinet has approved amendments to the Panchayat Raj Act, allowing MLAs and ZP members to attend gram sabhas with voting rights only if they are members. The bill also clarifies the panchayat secretary's authority and protects certain buildi
MGNREGA workers in Ludhiana protest Central government's proposed amendments, fearing dilution of employment guarantee, reduced wages, and state funding crisis. Nationwide agitation planned for February.
The Indian government has accepted nearly all parliamentary panel recommendations for IBC amendments to speed up resolutions and protect new investors, but flagged a key concern on retrospective application. Read the full details.
Explore the Scarborough Shoal dispute between China and the Philippines. Learn about its location, UNCLOS claims, and why it's a critical geopolitical hotspot in the South China Sea.
Hassan district officials attend workshop on Karnataka Land Revenue Act amendments. Naveen Raj Singh stresses the need for updated knowledge to avoid errors in digitised records. Learn about the key directives.
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi holds Congress-era UAPA amendments responsible for extended incarceration of undertrials like Umar Khalid. He alleges misuse against minorities. Read the full story.
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi holds Congress responsible for Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam's prolonged detention under UAPA, citing 2008 amendments. Read the full story.
A landfill collapse in Cebu, Philippines, killed at least 4, with 34 missing. Rescue teams race against time as voices heard from rubble. Investigation points to earthquake & rain.
Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan states Pakistan's hurried constitutional amendments acknowledge failure of Op Sindoor. He also reveals India's theatre commands to be ready before 2026 deadline. Read the full analysis.
NCCPA members staged a protest in Mysuru against the Union govt's amendments to the Pension Act 2025, demanding implementation from 1972 and condemning cuts to TA, DA benefits.
A catastrophic landfill collapse in Cebu, Philippines, buries sanitation workers. One confirmed dead, 38 missing as rescue operations race against time. Latest updates.
A deadly avalanche of garbage at a Cebu City waste facility killed one worker, injured others, and left many missing. Rescue operations continue amidst unstable debris. Read the full report.
A massive garbage mound collapsed in the Philippines, killing one and leaving 27 missing. Rescue operations are underway. Details on the tragedy and response.
Kickstart 2026 with a hassle-free holiday! Explore five stunning visa-free countries perfect for Indian travellers in January, from Maldives to the Philippines.
Mandrem MLA Jit Arolkar claims 60 lakh sqm of land converted to settlement in Pernem since 2023, drawing strong denial from TCP Minister Vishwajit Rane. The row highlights deep concerns over Goa's ecology and development laws.
Philippines evacuates over 3000 villagers as Mayon Volcano erupts, spewing lava and ash. Authorities raise alert level, warning of potential explosive eruption. Read for latest updates.
Congress alleges recent amendments to the Forest Conservation Act enable forest management privatisation, threatening tribal rights and ecology. Read the full analysis.
A powerful 6.7 magnitude earthquake struck the southern Philippines on Wednesday, as reported by USGS. Authorities are monitoring the situation. Read for live updates.
Gujarat govt forms a committee led by retired IAS C L Meena to study and recommend amendments to the Gujarat Land Revenue Act, 1879. Report due in six months.
Ludhiana's industrial sector welcomes Punjab government's amendments to the Industrial & Business Development Policy-2023, easing norms for plot allotment and boosting MSME growth. Read more.
Google's Year in Search 2025 reveals where Indians are planning trips. From spiritual Kumbh Mela to visa-free Philippines & Georgia, see the full list of trending spots.
Lok Sabha panel chief Baijayant Panda calls IBC amendments a 'game-changer' to halve resolution time and boost recoveries. Bill excludes project-specific insolvency for real estate.
PFRDA amends rules, giving NPS subscribers more control over fund managers and investment choices. Learn how these changes impact your retirement corpus.
The UAE introduces sweeping reforms to corporate tax, VAT, and company laws, simplifying compliance and offering clearer guidance for businesses. Explore the key changes effective from 2026.
The Bondi Beach shooters visited the Philippines weeks before the attack. Australian PM confirms ISIS inspiration. Explore the decades-long terror history in Mindanao.
A British tourist narrowly escaped death after handling a venomous blue-ringed octopus, mistaking it for a harmless baby octopus. Read about the dangers and expert warnings.
Kerala's Local Self-Govt Minister M B Rajesh alleges the Centre's MGNREGA amendments dismantle the job guarantee scheme, shifting a 40% cost burden to states. Kerala could lose Rs 1,600 crore annually. Read more.