Indian Railways tells CIC that passenger train fare classification and methodology are trade secrets, refusing to disclose details under RTI Act. Commission dismisses appeal seeking fare calculation transparency.
Delhi High Court indicated PM Cares Fund, though a government entity, deserves privacy protection under RTI Act as a third party during an appeal hearing.
Indian Railways refuses to disclose fare calculation methods, citing trade secret protection under RTI Act exemptions. The Central Information Commission dismisses appeal.
A Mumbai resident has been arrested for allegedly plotting to extort Rs 5 crore from an Andhra Pradesh MP by threatening to leak RTI data. His associates also robbed the MP's PA of Rs 70,000.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court grants interim relief to an RTI activist and three journalists, staying investigation in an FIR linked to social media posts questioning Punjab CM's helicopter use during his Japan visit.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court grants interim relief, halting investigation into an FIR filed against an RTI activist and three journalists for questioning Punjab CM's helicopter use during his Japan visit.
Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University mandates all affiliated colleges to make voluntary disclosures under RTI Act, 2005, updating information twice yearly for transparency.
The Tamil Nadu Information Commission penalized an appellant ₹10,000 for filing 33 similar RTI petitions, calling it a clear misuse of the Act to threaten officials.
Uttarakhand's information commission directs the high court to share details on complaints against subordinate judges after an IFS officer's RTI plea challenged denial of information.
Rani Channamma University in Belagavi is accused of tender manipulation and GST evasion in a multi-crore answer booklet procurement scam. RTI activist Dattatraya Kulkarni has filed a detailed complaint. Read the full investigation.
Congress alleges MHA lacks data on detained/deported Bangladeshi immigrants in Mumbai, accusing BJP of politicizing the issue. RTI reply reveals information not available.
A youth was attacked in Tohana, Fatehabad, after filing an RTI query about a woman sarpanch's nomination documents. Police have registered a case against four, including the sarpanch's brother. Read the full details.
Kerala Catholic Congress accuses CM Pinarayi Vijayan of misleading the public on JB Koshy Commission report. The group warns of political consequences and has moved the High Court for the report's release.
Congress MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam seeks MHA clarity on Manipur buffer zones, citing restrictions on citizens' movement. He questions the legal basis and impact on fundamental rights. Read the full story.
Gujarat State Information Commission restricts a clerk to one RTI per year after he filed 380 applications, calling it a misuse of the law. Read the full order details.
Odisha Information Commission approaches police alleging a 'habitual RTI applicant' took bribes from officials to withdraw applications. A video clip serves as key evidence.
Odisha Information Commission seeks police investigation against a habitual RTI applicant accused of demanding bribes from officials. All his cases put on hold pending probe. #RTI #Odisha
RTI activist Vijay Kumbhar alleges Ajit Pawar's NCP office in Pune is in an unauthorised building on charitable trust land. Read the full investigation details here.
An RTI activist and three journalists have approached the Punjab & Haryana High Court seeking to quash an FIR filed against them for questioning the use of the Punjab CM's official helicopter. They claim it's a free speech issue. Read more.
Telangana High Court permits petitioner to challenge GO Ms 115, which allotted Goshamahal Stadium land for new Osmania General Hospital. The order was allegedly withheld under RTI. Read the full details.
SAD President Sukhbir Badal condemns AAP govt for framing journalists & RTI activists. He alleges misuse of state funds & helicopter. Read full details.
RTI data reveals nearly 40% faculty posts are vacant across 11 AIIMS, raising alarms over patient care and medical education. Read the full report on the deepening crisis.
A Kerala special tahsildar sold a public road near Nemom railway station to Indian Railways for ₹1.15 crore, hiding the fact it was a public thoroughfare. Residents fight for justice as bureaucracy ignores logic.
A special tahsildar in Thiruvananthapuram sold a public road to railways for Rs 1.15 crore, leaving residents stranded. Discover the Kafkaesque battle for an alternative road and the bureaucratic lies exposed by RTI.
BJP and SAD leaders accuse Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann of stifling democracy after FIR against RTI activist Manik Goyal and others. Read the full story.
Punjab LoP Partap Singh Bajwa condemns FIRs against RTI activist & journalists questioning CM's helicopter use. He warns of authoritarian tactics. Read more.
Ludhiana Cyber Police file FIR against RTI activist Manik Goyal and 9 others for social media posts questioning the use of CM Bhagwant Mann's chopper during his Japan visit. Activists call it an attempt to stifle dissent.
Haryana Chief Secretary orders immediate recovery of Rs 1.5 crore in RTI penalties from 57 SPIOs. The move aims to enforce accountability and uphold the Right to Information Act.
On the last day of 2025, gig workers strike for pay transparency, an RTI probe reveals BMC fund bias, and Bangladesh prepares for Khaleda Zia's funeral. Get the full briefing.
RTI data reveals over Rs 1,490 crore in Mumbai development funds since 2023 went almost entirely to ruling alliance wards, raising governance questions ahead of BMC elections. Read the full investigation.