HC: Housing is a fundamental right, stops jhuggi demolition
Punjab & Haryana High Court declares right to housing fundamental under Article 21, sets aside Chandigarh's jhuggi demolition orders. Authorities must consider rehabilitation claims.
Punjab & Haryana High Court declares right to housing fundamental under Article 21, sets aside Chandigarh's jhuggi demolition orders. Authorities must consider rehabilitation claims.
Dakshina Kannada district promotes millets for health & environment. A cooking contest saw 51 participants showcasing traditional dishes. Officials urge replacing junk food with nutritious millets.
Himachal Pradesh High Court orders immediate closure of a Kangra poultry farm operating 50 metres from homes, ruling the right to a clean environment outweighs the right to livelihood. Read the full legal analysis.
As India's Supreme Court intervenes, the Right to be Forgotten debate intensifies, pitting digital dignity against the public's right to know. Explore the new frontier of privacy.
Anitha Ramachander reflects on how libraries taught careful thinking before writing. Discover why context and conscience matter in the digital age. Read more.
A 45-year-old meat trader was assaulted in Aligarh on suspicion of transporting prohibited animal meat. Police have arrested one accused and registered an FIR against 18-19 persons. Read the full details.
Conspiracy theorist Alex Jones urges restraint over Candace Owens' promotion of disputed claims about activist Charlie Kirk. A rare rift in right-wing media unfolds. Read the full story.
Senior conservative lawyer Harmeet Dhillon calls for an end to public feuds among right-wing influencers, urging unity on policy goals like election integrity and economic reform. Read more.
Supreme Court rules that govt cannot deny passport renewal to an accused if the trial court gives a no-objection certificate. Liberty is the state's first obligation, says bench.
Supreme Court rules right to travel abroad & hold a passport are facets of personal liberty under Article 21. Landmark judgment impacts passport impoundment cases. Read details.
Explore how AI in 2025 influences dating, work, and creativity, while we cover Kerala's film fest, Mumbai's music event, and the right to disconnect debate. Read more.
Rajasthan High Court prioritizes right to education over student union polls, directs state to form uniform policy by 2026. Key details inside.
Punjab State Human Rights Commission takes suo motu notice as Chandigarh's AQI crosses 400. Calls for urgent action report from pollution body. Details inside.
The NHRC has directed the Jharkhand administration to investigate the death of a 19-year-old pregnant woman due to alleged delayed medical care in Gumla. A report must be submitted within two weeks.
Understanding euthanasia, passive vs active, and the Supreme Court's 2024 ruling on a 13-year vegetative state case. Essential reading for UPSC ethics and current affairs.
Allahabad High Court directs Uttar Pradesh to create a policy ensuring teacher presence in schools within three months, stating absenteeism defeats the RTE Act's purpose.
Bengaluru HR leaders advocate for a 'Right to Disconnect' policy to combat after-hours work communication, aiming to reduce burnout and improve work-life balance in India's tech capital.
Allahabad High Court rules live-in relationships are not illegal, orders police protection for 12 couples facing threats. Justice Vivek Kumar Singh affirms constitutional right to life and personal liberty for adults.
Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo will miss the December 18 home game vs Toronto Raptors with a right calf strain. Get the full injury report and team impact.
The Supreme Court will speak with parents before deciding on a plea for passive euthanasia for their 31-year-old son in a vegetative state. A landmark case for end-of-life rights in India.
Odisha government commits to implementing Supreme Court's Advance Medical Directives. High Court hears PIL on delay. Committee formed, draft resolution in final stages. Read details.
Former President Donald Trump publicly announced far-right activist Laura Loomer's engagement at a White House event. Discover her controversial journey and Trump's endorsement.
Chhattisgarh's new rule restricts RTE quota admissions in private schools to Class 1, starting 2026-27. Private schools oppose, calling it anti-equality. Read the full story.
The National Medical Commission directs colleges to include legible prescription writing in curriculum, following a court ruling linking it to the Right to Health. Read the full story.
A 2025 study reveals 10,474 girls are out of school in 5 states. The RTE Act's age 14 limit and socio-economic barriers are key reasons. Read the full analysis.
Delhi High Court declares electricity a fundamental right under Article 21. Justice Mini Pushkarna rules power cannot be denied due to pending tenant-landlord disputes. Read the landmark judgment details.
Explore how Indian home cooking traditionally integrated flowers like banana, pumpkin, and neem, not as exotic trends but as seasonal, practical ingredients rooted in necessity and wisdom. Discover their quiet culinary story.
VCK to stage a protest in Madurai on December 22, accusing right-wing outfits of disturbing communal harmony in Thiruparankundram. President Thol Thirumavalavan calls for democratic support.
Inner Manipur MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam pushes for urgent discussion on Manipur's humanitarian crisis, where 60,000+ IDPs face a third winter in relief camps. Read the full story.
Three RTI activists booked for 'fake' info on VK Pandian's security produce new RTI reply matching their claims. They allege false implication. Read the full story.