Haryana Tops North India in Child Crime Cases: NCRB 2023 Data
Haryana recorded 2,044 POCSO cases in 2023, leading northern states. India saw a 9.2% rise in child crime cases, with 1,77,335 registered nationwide, highlighting urgent justice needs.
Category : Politics
Five Underreported Factors in Four State Elections
Analysis reveals five critical yet overlooked factors influencing electoral outcomes in four Indian states, including demographic shifts and local governance issues.
Air India Pilots Get Extended Flight Hours Due to Iran War Reroutes
The DGCA has temporarily allowed Air India wide-body pilots to fly up to 11.5 hours due to longer routes from India to Europe, UK, and North America, caused by Middle East airspace restrictions from the Iran-Israel conflict. Pilots express fatigue concern
Navi Mumbai Airport to Be Named After D B Patil Soon
The proposal to name Navi Mumbai International Airport after farmers' leader D B Patil will soon go to the Union Cabinet, as confirmed by MP Suresh Mhatre, with support from central and state governments.
6.3 Million Voters Lose Voting Rights in West Bengal
A special intensive revision of the electoral roll has removed around 63 lakh voters in West Bengal, many labeled as 'dead' or 'deleted', preventing them from voting in upcoming elections despite having cast ballots for decades.
Kolkata Voter Rolls Cut 30%, Raising Disenfranchisement Concerns
Kolkata's voter rolls have been dramatically reduced by up to 35% in some constituencies, with migrants, women, and minorities disproportionately affected, raising alarms about democratic inclusivity ahead of elections.
Kolkata Voters in Limbo as Judicial Scrutiny Delays Franchise
About 60 lakh electors in West Bengal face uncertainty as judicial scrutiny delays their voting rights, with high-profile names like Richa Ghosh and Mehtab Hossain affected. The EC plans supplementary lists amid pending cases and tribunal setups.
Young Women Voters: A Decisive Force in Indian Politics
Young women voters in India are increasingly shaping electoral outcomes with their rising participation and distinct priorities, influencing political strategies and policies nationwide.
EC Defends Two-Phase West Bengal Polls, Vows Violence Action
The Election Commission defends its decision for two-phase West Bengal Assembly elections in 2026, promising strict action against violence and monitoring misinformation.
State Governments and Central Schemes: Implementation Challenges
An analysis of how state governments implement central schemes, highlighting political, administrative, and financial hurdles that affect delivery and outcomes.
Chhattisgarh CM Sai Inaugurates Tribal Hostel at Adi Parab Festival
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai inaugurated a 100-seater hostel for tribal students and highlighted cultural diversity at the Adi Parab festival, expressing confidence in Bastar's progress against Naxalism.
Chhattisgarh Govt Employees to Protest on March 18 Over Demands
Chhattisgarh government officers and employees, under the CKAF banner, will hold demonstrations at district and block headquarters on March 18 during lunch breaks to demand DA arrears, pay structure reforms, and other long-pending issues.
STF Arrests Man for Helping Dhaka Murder Suspects Enter India
West Bengal Police's Special Task Force has arrested a Bangladeshi national, Philip Sangma, for allegedly aiding suspects in the murder of activist Sharif Osman Hadi to illegally cross into India after the December 12 killing in Dhaka.
Raipur Airport Arrest: Man Caught with Forged Aadhaar Card
Security personnel at Swami Vivekananda Airport in Raipur apprehended a man attempting to board a flight using a counterfeit Aadhaar card. The accused, Kuldeep Singhal, was trying to travel to Indore on a ticket issued under another person's name.
Chhattisgarh HC Orders Durg DEO to Clear 118 RTE Cases in 2 Weeks
The Chhattisgarh High Court has ordered the Durg District Education Officer to resolve 118 pending Right to Education complaints within two weeks, addressing delays affecting poor students' admissions. The court also reviewed misconduct at a school and ad
Assam 2026 Elections: BJP, Congress Alliances Gear Up for Major Fight
The Assam Assembly Elections in 2026 are shaping up as a significant contest between the BJP and Congress-led alliances, focusing on identity politics and development agendas, reminiscent of the 2021 polls.
London Al-Quds Day Rally: Protests, Counter-Protests, Arrests
Pro-Iran demonstrators gathered in central London for the annual Al-Quds Day rally, with police making three arrests amid anti-Israel chants and a heavy security presence. The march was banned, allowing only a static protest.
Wangchuk's Release a Pause, Ladakh Agitation Ongoing
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk's release signals a tactical pause, but the Ladakh agitation led by Leh Apex Body and Kargil Democratic Alliance remains active, with ongoing demands for political rights and environmental protection.
Kerala Rolls Out Farmer Pension Scheme for 2026 Elections
The Pinarayi Vijayan-led Kerala government has approved a significant expansion of its farmer pension scheme, bringing 10,115 marginal farmers under the Rs. 2,000 monthly benefit ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections.
Kerala Govt Announces Farmer Pension Scheme for 2026 Elections
The Pinarayi Vijayan-led Kerala Cabinet has approved a significant expansion of the farmer pension scheme, bringing over 10,000 marginal farmers under its coverage as part of a series of pre-election sops.
Karnataka HC Restores KPTCL's Power to Use Lokayukta for Inquiries
A division bench of the Karnataka High Court has reinstated a regulation allowing KPTCL to entrust disciplinary inquiries to Lokayukta, overturning a single-bench decision that cited bias concerns.
LPG Cylinder Theft in Barnala Amid Supply Shortage Crisis
In Barnala, two bike-borne men stole an LPG cylinder from a tea stall, captured on CCTV, as the region faces acute shortages leading to tragic incidents like a man's death while waiting in line.
Action Against Officials for Kasol Garbage Mismanagement: HP CS to NGT
Himachal Pradesh Chief Secretary Sanjay Gupta has informed the National Green Tribunal that action was initiated against officials for mismanaging garbage disposal in Kasol, a top tourist destination. Penalties and inquiries are underway.
Rajya Sabha 2026: NDA Gains, India Bloc Setback
Analysis of the 2026 Rajya Sabha elections shows the NDA poised to gain seats, while the India bloc faces potential losses, impacting national politics.
SAD (Punar Surjit) Demands Membership Records from Committee
Shiromani Akali Dal (Punar Surjit) has formally requested the Akal Takht-appointed committee to submit complete membership enrolment records by March 25, citing coordination hurdles at party headquarters.
Bathinda Squads Target Fuel Hoarding, Control Room Established
Bathinda district forms flying squads and a control room to curb black marketing of LPG cylinders, petrol, and diesel. Citizens can report issues via phone.
SAD Names Kanchanpreet Halka In-Charge for Tarn Taran Assembly
Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal appoints Kanchanpreet as halka in-charge for Tarn Taran to strengthen party's grassroots network ahead of Punjab political battles.
CBI Grills TVK Chief Vijay 13 Hours on Karur Stampede
The CBI questioned TVK leader Vijay for over 13 hours regarding the Karur rally stampede, where he reportedly denied party responsibility and blamed district administration.
Amritsar Police Busts Smuggling Modules, Seizes Arms and Drugs
Amritsar police have dismantled two cross-border smuggling networks, arresting six individuals and seizing six pistols and 3.5 kg of heroin, with links to Pakistan-based handlers using drones.
Netanyahu's Sarcastic Coffee Remark Debunks Death Rumors
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu humorously dismissed false death rumors in a new video, stating 'I am dead for coffee' to confirm his well-being and address online misinformation.
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