The Punjab and Haryana High Court has ordered the Haryana government to submit updated district-wise data on RTE Act compliance in government schools. This follows concerns over the implementation of the 25% EWS quota.
Telangana High Court demands explanation on cameras used for e-challans, finds discrepancies in challan format. Next hearing on Dec 23. Read the full story.
Parliament has approved the Insurance Amendment Bill 2025, amending three key laws: the Insurance Act, 1938, LIC Act, 1956, and IRDA Act, 1999. Read about the sector's transformation.
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.
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.
Gurgaon's district town planner issues show-cause notice to Bright Star Hotels for illegal subdivision of a hotel-cum-commercial complex in Sikanderpur. The firm faces potential demolition, sealing, or FIR.
Times of India's latest initiatives feature growth dialogues in Varanasi & Lucknow, a senior well-being summit, and deep dives into trending news topics. Explore insights on Uttar Pradesh's development.
Leading Hyderabad schools and junior colleges are illegally conducting admission and scholarship tests, charging fees up to ₹1,650, despite a clear ban under the Right to Education Act. Parents allege authorities are mute spectators.
A Mumbai advocate challenges a school's refusal to admit her autistic twins under RTE Act. The Bombay High Court will hear the case, highlighting the fight for inclusive education.
Odisha sees a sharp rise in unrecognised private schools from 428 to over 1,200. Nationwide, 19,518 such schools operate, flouting RTE norms and depriving students of benefits. Read the full report.
Gujarat's primary education directorate invites online applications for new private schools and classes for 2026-27. Apply between Dec 8-18. Learn key dates and RTE compliance.
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Ranchi traffic police penalised 27,235 vehicles in two months for MV Act violations. Major offences include illegal parking, black films & pressure horns. Details inside.
Maharashtra's education department initiates mandatory training for all government school teachers on positive discipline, aiming to curb corporal punishment and improve teacher-student relationships. Learn about the new initiative.
Transport department cracks down on 16 school and college buses in NTR district for violating MV Act norms. Officials warn of strict action and urge parents to stay vigilant.
RBI imposes Rs 91 lakh penalty on HDFC Bank for Banking Regulation Act violations and KYC compliance deficiencies. Learn about the regulatory action and its implications.
Odisha's one-time settlement scheme for traffic e-challans recovers just Rs 21.49 crore against Rs 1,597 crore pending dues. Scheme offers 50% waiver till March 2026. Learn how to avail benefits.
Bengaluru faces surge in traffic violations by delivery executives with 1.46 lakh cases recorded between 2023-2025. Police crackdown reveals alarming trends in city traffic safety.
Health authorities seal 31 private clinics in Palamu for Clinical Establishment Act violations. DC orders continued crackdown on unregistered facilities. Read about the health safety drive.
A damning KSPCB report reveals serious environmental violations at Bidadi's waste processing plant, raising concerns about groundwater contamination and public health risks in Karnataka.
Ranchi's Tobacco Control Unit takes strict action against hospitality venues violating COTPA regulations. Major fines imposed for illegal smoking zones and tobacco sales.
Rajasthan police launches intensive 15-day campaign against traffic violations, targeting drunk drivers with severe penalties and vehicle seizures across the state.
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court has set aside Punjab & Haryana High Court's order directing municipal action against building law violators in Gurgaon's DLF City. Learn how this decision impacts property owners and urban development norms.
Authorities in Haryana uncover six unauthorized factories operating in Bahadurgarh's residential areas, raising serious environmental and safety concerns for local residents.
Ranchi Police intensifies traffic enforcement campaign, penalizing 1300+ vehicles for various violations including helmetless riding and illegal parking in major city areas.
A leaked video showing Israeli troops abusing blindfolded Palestinian detainees in Gaza has triggered a major crisis, with soldiers appearing defiant despite international condemnation.
Panchkula police intensify anti-drunk driving campaign, revealing shocking statistics of violations and vehicle impoundments across the city. Exclusive details inside.