India FGM Fight New Phase: SC Hearings, Kerala Evidence
Masooma Ranalvi discusses the Supreme Court's resumed hearings on FGM, fresh evidence from Kerala, and the evolving fight against the practice in India.
Category : Public Policy
J&K Orders Second Inquiry Into Jammu Demolition Drive
The Jammu and Kashmir government has ordered a second inquiry into the demolition drive in Jammu, following allegations of irregularities and excessive force.
BECC Commissioner Orders Railway Vent Completion by May-End
BECC Commissioner directs officials to finish remaining work on the Geddalahalli Railway Vent by May-end. Desilting and cleaning of stormwater drains also reviewed.
Delhi HC Orders Centre to Curb Fake Universities
Delhi High Court has directed the Centre to take action against the proliferation of fake higher education institutions, warning that students waste time and resources on non-employable degrees.
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Constable's Wife Dies by Suicide in Bengaluru
A 32-year-old woman, wife of a Karnataka police constable, died by suicide at her home in Bengaluru. Police have registered a case and are investigating.
Mandi Police Issue 475 Challans for Illegal Mining
Mandi police have issued 475 challans and seized vehicles in a crackdown on illegal mining over five months, aiming to curb the practice and protect the environment.
Birthday Party on Road: Former Corporator, Son Booked
A former PMC corporator celebrated his birthday by placing a table on a public road and cutting a cake in Pune. Police filed a case against seven people for obstructing traffic and disturbing public peace.
PMRDA May 31 Deadline for Hinjewadi Pre-Monsoon Works
PMRDA orders all agencies to complete pre-monsoon measures by May 31 in Hinjewadi-Maan IT hub, warns of action under Disaster Management Act for lapses.
Fuel Price Hike: States Under Pressure to Cut VAT as Oil Firms Lose Rs 13/L
Oil companies lose Rs 13/litre on petrol and Rs 38 on diesel despite recent price hikes. States urged to lower VAT, which reaches 30% in some regions, to share burden.
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Yogi Adityanath Orders Fast-Track Revenue Case Disposal
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath has directed officials to prioritise speedy and transparent resolution of revenue disputes, warning against delays and stressing technology-driven accountability.
Power cuts in UP trigger political backlash, MLAs seek action
Mounting power cuts across Uttar Pradesh during peak summer have sparked political reactions, with BJP and opposition MLAs writing to the energy minister demanding urgent restoration of electricity supply.
WB Govt Dissolves Contai Municipality, Appoints SDO as Admin
The West Bengal government dissolved the Contai Municipality board to end administrative deadlock and ensure civic services. SDO Pratik Ashok Dumal has been appointed as administrator.
Parents Await Justice 7 Years After Surat Fire Tragedy
Seven years after the Takshashila Arcade fire killed 22 students, grieving parents are still waiting for justice, with court delays and absent witnesses compounding their trauma.
Panchkula MC Sanitation Drive from Sector-20 to Kundi
Panchkula Municipal Corporation launched a special sanitation drive from Sector-20 cremation ground to Kundi village to tackle waste, debris, and illegal dumping. Commissioner Vinay Kumar urged public cooperation.
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Ludhiana MC Awaits Directives on SC Stray Dog Order
Ludhiana MC awaits state directives to implement SC order removing stray dogs from key public places. Lack of dog census and land for shelters pose challenges.
Pedestrian Killed in Car Accident in Chandigarh's Dhanas
A pedestrian was killed after being hit by a speeding car in Dhanas, Chandigarh. The driver was arrested and later released on bail. The victim, a labourer, is survived by his wife and three children.
Bhubaneswar Market Gets Fire-Fighting Plan After Repeated Blazes
BMC unveils a comprehensive fire-fighting plan for Unit-I market, including underground pipelines, hydrants, and a water storage facility, after frequent fire mishaps caused massive losses to traders.
Section 163 Imposed Around 14 UPSC Exam Centres in Ludhiana
District magistrate imposes Section 163 of BNSS 2023 at all 14 UPSC exam centres in Ludhiana on May 24, banning assembly of 4+ people within 100m. 4,353 candidates to appear.
Odisha CM Reviews Law and Order, Viksit Odisha Plans
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi reviewed law and order, key schemes, and poll promises with top officials. He emphasized peaceful environment for development and assessed West Asia fallout on industrial plans.
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Three Kids Die in Bhopal House Fire From Short Circuit
Three children aged 1.5 to 6 years died in a mud house fire in Sidhi district, Bhopal, suspected due to a short circuit. Parents were away; elder sister survived.
Chhattisgarh Cracks Down on Illegal Sand Mining, Launches Helpline
Chhattisgarh intensifies crackdown on illegal sand mining with raids in Mahasamund, seizing heavy machinery. New toll-free helpline 1800-233-2140 launched for public reporting.
Yogi Adityanath Orders Faster Weather Warning System in UP
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath directed officials to enhance the accuracy and speed of the state's weather warning system, emphasizing timely alerts to save lives during natural disasters.
Foswac Flags Road Recarpeting Delays Ahead of Monsoon
Federation of Sector Welfare Associations Chandigarh has flagged delays in road recarpeting and pending civic works, urging the municipal corporation to expedite action before monsoon.
Water Tap Dispute in Indore Leads to Cross Complaints
Amid heatwave and water shortage in Indore, a dispute over filling water from a public tap escalated into a clash between two groups, leading to cross complaints at Vijay Nagar police station.
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TN Farmers Body Seeks Amendment to Environ Policy, Withdrawal of Mining Order
Tamil Nadu Farmers Protection Association has submitted representations to the state government seeking amendment of a policy allowing waste dumping in abandoned quarries and withdrawal of an order regularizing illegal mining.
Newlywed Dies by Suicide Over Dowry Harassment in Ludhiana
A 22-year-old newly married woman died by suicide after alleged dowry harassment in Ludhiana. Police arrested her husband and in-laws. The incident occurred over a year after a love marriage.
T'puram Mayor Janasamaksham Grievance Redressal in June
Thiruvananthapuram city corporation will organize 'Mayor Janasamaksham' on June 11-12 and 15-16, dividing the city into four zones for direct public grievance redressal led by Mayor V V Rajesh.
Goa PwD Commission Seeks Report from BITS Pilani Temple
Goa's commissioner for persons with disabilities has sought an action report from Birla Radha Krishna temple at BITS Pilani after a wheelchair user alleged denial of entry with her personal wheelchair.
Bridge Scare in Gopalganj: Gap Found in Mahasetu
A 7-9 inch gap detected between slabs of Yadupur-Mangalpur Mahasetu in Gopalganj district prompts expert inspection and heavy vehicle ban.
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Heritage Seminar Calls for Protection of Historic Buildings in Bihar
Intach Patna and Bihar Puravid Parishad urged the Bihar government to register historically important buildings as protected monuments during a seminar on Patna's heritage.
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