Punjab scraps land pooling, revisits acquisition act
Punjab government scraps controversial land pooling policy for industrial projects and plans to reinterpret 2013 Land Acquisition Act to balance farmer interests and industrial growth.
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Digital glitches delay paddy purchase in Sirsa
Farmers in Sirsa district confront significant delays in paddy procurement as Haryana's new digital payment system faces technical glitches, leaving crops stranded and payments pending.
Karnataka in talks to solve sugarcane farmers crisis
Karnataka's Women & Child Development Minister Hebbalkar reveals ongoing high-level negotiations to address sugarcane farmers' long-standing issues including fair pricing and timely payments.
Punjab-Rajasthan Farmers Clash in Paddy Sale Dispute
Tensions escalate as Punjab farmers face off with Rajasthan counterparts amid paddy procurement dispute, threatening agricultural supply chains and farmer livelihoods across North India.
Hindu Daughters' Inheritance Rights: Complete Guide
Understanding the landmark legal changes that transformed inheritance rights for Hindu daughters in India. Learn how the 2005 amendment ensures equal property rights and what it means for families today.
Legal Awareness Session Empowers Ludhiana Students
Government Model Senior Secondary School hosts groundbreaking legal literacy session with district court officials, equipping students with crucial knowledge about their rights and responsibilities.
Bengali Voters Demand Language Protection & Security
Bengali-speaking electors in Bihar present crucial demands to political parties, seeking constitutional protection for their language and enhanced security measures ahead of elections.
Delhi HC: No Exam Denial for Law Students Over Attendance
In a groundbreaking judgment, Delhi High Court protects law students' academic rights, ruling that colleges cannot prevent exam participation solely due to attendance deficits. Learn how this decision impacts legal education across India.
Delhi NGOs: The Unsung Heroes Fighting for Justice
In the heart of India's capital, determined NGOs and human rights organizations continue their relentless battle for justice, providing hope to marginalized communities despite facing numerous challenges.
Maharashtra's Sweet ₹3,400/Tonne Sugarcane Deal Beats Karnataka
Maharashtra government offers superior sugarcane pricing, leaving Karnataka farmers envious. New FRP of ₹3,400 per tonne sets benchmark for farmer welfare in sugar belt.
Gujarat group launches shoe drive after CJI attack
In a symbolic response to the shoe-throwing incident involving CJI Justice Gavai, a Gujarat-based human rights organization announces a unique shoe distribution campaign for the underprivileged.
Sindh Uprising: Pakistan's Disappearance Crisis Sparks Protests
Pakistan's Sindh province faces unprecedented turmoil as state suppression and enforced disappearances of activists ignite widespread protests. Discover the human rights crisis unfolding in Karachi and beyond.
Mumbai Film Shoot: Kids Gagged, Hands Tied for Hours
Shocking details emerge from Mumbai film set where minor actors were subjected to traumatic treatment during hostage scene shooting, sparking police investigation and industry outrage.
Global Condemnation Mounts Against China's Uyghur Policies
China faces escalating worldwide condemnation as Uyghur advocacy groups amplify their global campaign, drawing unprecedented attention to human rights concerns in Xinjiang region.
Tribal Land Rights Disparities Exposed Across India
Jharkhand MP Jiten Choudhary reveals alarming inconsistencies in tribal land protection laws across India, highlighting how some states leave indigenous communities vulnerable to displacement and exploitation.
Tirupur farmers protest dump yard in Iduvai village
Tirupur farmers protest municipal corporation's move to establish temporary dump yard in agricultural Iduvai village, citing environmental and health concerns for their farmlands and community.
UN condemns US drug boat strikes as unacceptable
UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk strongly criticizes US military strikes on suspected drug vessels, calling them violations of international law and raising serious human rights concerns.
Kejriwal, Mann support Gujarat farmers in Ahmedabad
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal and Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann stand with Gujarat farmers in Ahmedabad protest meeting, promising support amid agricultural crisis.
University FIR: Staff demanded menstruation proof
Panjab University faces outrage as two employees demand menstruation proof from female colleagues, sparking FIR and national debate on workplace dignity.
Karnataka Farmers Protest Sugarcane Price, Demand ₹3500/Tonne
Hundreds of farmers in Karnataka's sugar belt stage massive protest, demanding increased sugarcane prices and immediate payment of pending dues from mills.
Personality Rights Under Siege in Indian Courts
Recent court rulings are creating dangerous precedents that weaken personality rights protection for celebrities and public figures across India. Legal experts warn of concerning trends.
Maharashtra farmers get ₹3-₹21 insurance payout, call it mockery
Maharashtra farmers receive meager compensation of just ₹3 to ₹21 under government crop insurance scheme, calling it a cruel joke amid rising agricultural costs.
Sindhi student leader abducted in Karachi, rights groups demand action
Prominent Sindhi student activist Sohail Abro allegedly abducted by unidentified armed men in Karachi, sparking outrage from human rights organizations demanding immediate investigation and release.
Jarange-Patil supports farmers' protest in Maharashtra
Prominent Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange-Patil extends crucial support to former MLA Bacchu Kadu's farmers' agitation in Maharashtra, demanding immediate government action on agricultural issues.
Lahaul-Spiti DC Launches Child Labour Eradication Drive
District Commissioner Rahul Keshwani launches comprehensive campaign against child labour in Lahaul-Spiti, emphasizing education and legal protection for vulnerable children.
Nagpur Farmers Protest: Bombay HC Orders Vacate Site
Farmers' protest in Nagpur escalates as Bombay High Court directs agitators to vacate protest site. The ongoing demonstration highlights agricultural distress in Maharashtra.
Vijay Slams DMK Over Delta Farmers Crisis
Actor-turned-politician Thalapathy Vijay launches scathing criticism against DMK government for failing Cauvery delta farmers. Read explosive political showdown details.
UP hikes sugarcane price by ₹30/quintal - biggest since 2017
In a major pre-election move, Uttar Pradesh government increases sugarcane procurement price to ₹370 per quintal, delivering massive relief to farmers ahead of crushing season.
Deepika Padukone pushes for fixed hours, overtime pay for film crew
Bollywood superstar Deepika Padukone advocates for fixed working hours and overtime compensation for film crews, highlighting their longer workdays compared to actors.
Nagpur Farmers Block Highways, Rail Tracks in Loan Waiver Protest
Maharashtra farmers intensify protest with highway blockade and rail roko agitation in Nagpur, demanding complete loan waiver and government action on pending promises.
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