CIC: Advocates Can't Use RTI for Client Cases
Central Information Commission rules advocates cannot file RTI applications for client case details, citing Madras High Court judgment that such use defeats the law's objectives.
Central Information Commission rules advocates cannot file RTI applications for client case details, citing Madras High Court judgment that such use defeats the law's objectives.
The Central Information Commission has clarified that advocates cannot file RTI applications to obtain information for their clients' cases, stating it violates the law's personal use provision.
The Chhattisgarh High Court overturned a State Information Commission order demanding personal details of three judicial officers, citing privacy and sovereign function protections.
Professor Jayashankar Telangana Agriculture University launches review after password-based digital system exploited. Officials allegedly leaked papers via WhatsApp for money, pocketing crores.
The agriculture department in Telangana has suspended 30 extension officers for alleged involvement in a B Sc agriculture exam paper leak at PJTAU. University officials are investigating with CCTV footage review.
Bengaluru police arrest headmaster, five teachers, and apprehend two minors for leaking and selling Class 10 preparatory exam papers online. The leak spread across four districts.
Uttarakhand State Information Commission orders High Court to provide aggregate data on complaints against trial court judges under RTI. Landmark order balances transparency with judicial independence.
Karnataka SSLC preparatory exam papers leaked, sold on social media. Six teachers arrested, two minor students detained. Details on the scandal and police action inside.
A major traffic jam hit Thane after a container leaked crude glycerin. Authorities rushed to the scene for cleanup. Read the full report on the incident and its impact.
An ICICI Lombard employee accidentally shared undisclosed Q3 earnings on a personal WhatsApp status, triggering an internal probe. This latest leak raises insider trading concerns in India's $5.2 trillion stock market. Read more.
Leak of II PU preparatory exam papers in Karnataka causes student anxiety. DPUE Director assures no marks affected, promises strict action. Details on FIRs and official response inside.
Professor Jayashankar Telangana Agricultural University suspends staff and cancels admissions after a BSc exam paper leak via WhatsApp. VC vows systemic reforms. Read the full investigation details.
A preparatory exam Maths question paper for II PU in Tumakuru is alleged to have been leaked. Deputy Director Chandrappa S Gundupalli confirmed the investigation. Read the latest 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
Hatsun Agro Product reports a governance lapse after draft, unaudited Q3 FY26 financials were accidentally shared on a senior executive's personal WhatsApp status. Read the full details and company response.
A major gas leak at an ONGC site in Andhra Pradesh's Konaseema continues unabated. While flames have reduced slightly, emergency crews are battling the situation. Latest updates here.
A major gas leak and fire at an ONGC well in Andhra Pradesh's East Godavari district forces evacuation within a 4 km radius. Officials confirm no casualties. Read for live updates.
A major fire broke out at an ONGC gas pipeline in Andhra Pradesh's Konaseema district. Watch the video of sky-high flames and thick black smoke. No casualties reported as emergency response continues.
Ambala police arrest a construction supervisor for allegedly leaking military and Air Force information to a Pakistan-based module. Details on the case and investigation inside.
Haryana Police arrest Ambala resident for leaking sensitive information to Pakistan's ISI. Details on the espionage ring, seized evidence, and ongoing investigation revealed. Stay informed on national security.
Ambala police arrest a construction supervisor for leaking military information to a Pakistan-based honeytrap module via social media. Details on the case and investigation inside.
Bengaluru City University forms a committee to investigate the alleged leak of a fifth-semester BCom Advanced Accounting paper on social media. Details inside.
Maharashtra's CIC reprimands MahaRail for not responding to ex-MLA's RTI queries, calling it a serious violation. The commission orders disclosure of info and systemic reforms.
Amravati Information Commissioner Ravindra Thakare exposes systemic RTI failures, with 70-80% officials not complying. He urges retired officials to help citizens fight for transparency. Read more.
Kim Bom, founder of South Korea's Coupang, issues a formal apology for a November hack that compromised user data. The company has now recovered 100% of the leaked information. Read the full story.
Punjab's Chief Information Commissioner has directed a high-level inquiry into the Amritsar Municipal Corporation's failure to trace records for a major commercial complex, raising serious RTI and accountability concerns.
A new HD clip of Tom Holland's 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' has leaked online, revealing plot details and new cast. Fans urge Sony for an official trailer release. #SpiderMan #Marvel
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini stated no recruitment paper leak has been proven, while INLD's Aditya Devilal demanded details on alleged leaks from 2014-2025. The Assembly also discussed 30% police vacancies.
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini stated no paper leak has been proven, as the opposition raised the issue in the Vidhan Sabha. Read details on the inquiry and political debate.