UCC Bill to Dominate Assam Assembly Opening Session

The Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill is set to dominate the opening session of the 16th Assam assembly, with opposition MLAs vowing to strongly oppose it. The Bill is scheduled to be tabled on May 26, excluding tribal communities.

Uttarakhand Engineer Held for Rs 50,000 Bribe

Uttarakhand vigilance department arrested a junior engineer of Jal Vidyut Nigam Ltd for accepting a Rs 50,000 bribe from a contractor. The arrest followed a complaint via helpline 1064.

HC Notice Over IAS Officer's Charge Amid Corruption FIRs

Himachal Pradesh High Court issued notice to state and central governments over a PIL challenging the appointment of IAS officer Sanjay Gupta as additional chief secretary despite three pending corruption FIRs against him.

Himachal High Court Stays ACB RTI Exemption Order

The Himachal Pradesh high court has stayed a state government notification that sought to exclude the vigilance and anti-corruption bureau from the RTI Act, calling it prima facie without legal authority.

Minister Manohar slams Jagan for 'half knowledge' remarks

Andhra Civil Supplies Minister Nadendla Manohar accused ex-CM Jagan Mohan Reddy of making statements with incomplete information on welfare schemes, defending coalition government's initiatives like Deepam-2 and midday meals.

VMC Closes Parks 9am-5pm Due to Heatwave Until May 26

Vijayawada Municipal Corporation closes all public parks and grounds from 9 am to 5 pm until May 26 due to severe heatwave, with temperatures above 45°C. Measures include awareness campaigns, cooling shelters, and water kiosks.

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