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Delhi's Raj Niwas Officially Renamed Lok Niwas

Delhi's Raj Niwas, the LG's official residence, is now Lok Niwas following an MHA directive to shed colonial-era names. Discover the states that have made similar changes.

Draft ESZ Map for Pulicat Sanctuary Submitted

NCSCM submits a draft Ecologically Sensitive Zone map for Pulicat Bird Sanctuary, a crucial step following Supreme Court orders to protect fragile ecosystems while safeguarding local communities' livelihoods. Read more.

BJP vs Congress on Sanchar Saathi App Privacy Concerns

BJP counters Congress's 'snooping app' claims, defends Sanchar Saathi as a fraud prevention tool. MP Sambit Patra says app is deletable and does not access personal data. Get the full political debate details.

Sanchar Saathi App Mandate Triggers Privacy Concerns

The Indian government's directive for mandatory installation of the Sanchar Saathi cybersecurity app in all smartphones has ignited a major debate over user privacy and state surveillance. Read the full explainer.

8 States, Ladakh Rename Raj Bhavan to Lok Bhavan

Following an MHA directive, eight Indian states and Ladakh UT have renamed the Governor's house from 'Raj Bhavan' to 'Lok Bhavan' to move away from colonial-era nomenclature. Read the full story.

Odisha's Raj Bhavan Officially Renamed Lok Bhavan

Odisha's Raj Bhavan is now Lok Bhavan, a historic name change announced by Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati. The move, inspired by PM Modi's vision, aims to foster public engagement and transparency. Read more.

SIM Binding Mandate for WhatsApp, Telegram from 2026

India's DoT mandates SIM binding for messaging apps like WhatsApp by Feb 2026 to curb cyber fraud. New rules require continuous SIM verification & web logouts every 6 hours. Read the full details.

Bombay HC backs SHRC in Thane rehab assault case

Bombay High Court refuses petition challenging SHRC order dismissing sexual assault complaint at Thane rehab centre. Mother sought justice for son's 2013 ordeal. Read full details.

Bengaluru Schools Protest Stray Dog Survey Order

Bengaluru South Corporation orders schools to conduct stray dog surveys, facing backlash from private school associations who call it responsibility shifting. Read the full controversy.

6,000 Airbus Jets Grounded for Urgent Software Fix

Nearly 6,000 Airbus A320 jets worldwide, including 338 in India, are grounded for a mandatory software update triggered by solar radiation risks. Read the full story on the global aviation hiccup.

West Bengal Raj Bhavan Renamed as Lok Bhavan

West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose implements central directive, renaming Raj Bhavan as Lok Bhavan. Historic change reflects government's commitment to public service.

6,000 Airbus A320 Aircraft Need Immediate Safety Fix

Global aviation authorities mandate urgent flight control software updates for 6,000 Airbus A320 aircraft following safety concerns. Learn about the technical issues and airline compliance deadlines.

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