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Ex-Minister Joins Overnight Sit-In Against District Boundary Changes
Former minister Hemaram Chaudhary, 75, slept outdoors in Dhorimana, protesting the shift of areas from Barmer to Balotra district. Locals fear longer travel for essential services. Read more.
Rajasthan's Rs 16.18 Crore Plan for Anganwadi Water Facilities
Rajasthan's ICDS department mandates drinking water facilities in 9,519 anganwadi centres by May 2026. A budget of Rs 17,000 per centre is allocated. Read more.
Dharwad Students Protest Scholarship Delay, Hostel Woes
UAS Dharwad students protest scholarship delays, poor hostel conditions, and staff shortages. Their demands highlight systemic issues in agricultural education funding. Read more.
BAMS student dies by suicide in Kanpur hostel over backlog
A 27-year-old Ayurveda student, Shailendra Kumar, died by suicide in his Kanpur hostel room. Police cite exam failure stress as a key factor. Read the full report.
Rajasthan redraws Barmer, Balotra districts, ignites political fight
Rajasthan government's overnight boundary revision of Barmer and Balotra districts shifts thousands of voters, sparking a major political controversy. Read the full details and implications.
Rajasthan redraws Barmer, Balotra districts before census freeze
Rajasthan government's overnight boundary change of Barmer and Balotra districts shifts thousands of voters, igniting a political firestorm over timing and intent ahead of delimitation.
Rohtak Varsity Students Begin Indefinite Dharna
Students at Maharshi Dayanand University in Rohtak launch an indefinite dharna, demanding resolution of hostel problems and better facilities. Read the full story.
Jaipur Parents Protest, Demand CBSE Restore School Affiliation
Parents and students in Jaipur stage a peaceful protest, urging CBSE to reinstate Neerja Modi School's affiliation following a tragic student suicide. Details inside.
Congress protests Rajasthan's Barmer-Balotra boundary changes
Congress leaders condemn Rajasthan government's last-minute redrawing of Barmer & Balotra district boundaries, calling it impractical and against public interest. Details inside.
Punjab JAC Launches Statewide Protest Against Power Reforms
The Joint Action Committee in Punjab has initiated a massive statewide protest against the state government's proposed power reforms, demanding the withdrawal of the Electricity Amendment Bill 2024. Learn about the demands and impact.
MDU Rohtak Students Protest VC Over Recruitment Irregularities
Student groups protest outside MDU Rohtak, demanding VC Rajbir Singh's removal over alleged illegal recruitment. They spent the night in cold, citing entry bans and irregularities. Read the full story.
Woman constable assaulted in Chhattisgarh coal mine protest
A violent protest against a coal mining project in Chhattisgarh's Tamnar saw a woman constable's clothes torn. Two individuals arrested following the December 27 incident. Read the full report.
Woman constable stripped in Chhattisgarh protest, 2 arrested
A woman police constable was stripped & assaulted during a violent anti-mining protest in Raigarh, Chhattisgarh on Dec 27. The video sparked outrage. Read details.
Barmer: Rs 35 Lakh, Job for Kin of Man Killed in Accident
Family of Jabar Singh, killed in Barmer road accident, calls off protest after company agrees to Rs 35 lakh aid, job & safety measures. Read the full agreement details.
Telangana student dies in Germany fire, family seeks help
Hruthik Reddy, a 22-year-old engineering student from Telangana, died after jumping from his apartment during a fire in Germany. His family appeals for help to repatriate his body. Read the full story.
87% Success Rate for Student Loan Bankruptcy Discharge
A new study shows an 87% success rate for discharging student loans via bankruptcy, debunking a persistent myth. Learn how policy changes have made this path more accessible for millions of borrowers.
Rajasthan OKs Vehicle Scrapping Policy, AI Rules
Rajasthan Cabinet approves a new policy to phase out polluting vehicles and an ethical AI framework. PM Modi may inaugurate the Barmer refinery in January. Key details inside.
SC cancels Rajasthan villages named after individuals
Supreme Court sets aside Rajasthan HC order, rules state cannot name revenue villages after people, citing 2009 policy to maintain communal harmony. Read the full legal analysis.
Gold Heist at Barmer's Majisa Temple by Masked Thieves
Masked thieves stole 23 tolas of gold from Majisa temple in Barmer. Police probe suggests insider role. Read about the shocking temple theft and community outrage.
NC Leader: Students Should Have Been Allowed to Protest
National Conference leader Tanvir Sadiq criticizes police action against protesting students in Jammu and Kashmir, calling for dialogue over force. Read the full story.
IIT Kanpur Student Dies by Suicide, Leaves Note
A final-year B.Tech student at IIT Kanpur died by suicide in his hostel room. Police recovered a note from the scene. Details inside.
Congress NSUI protests tree felling for Bhopal road project
Congress NSUI activists marched in Bhopal against the proposed cutting of 8000 trees for a road project. State chief Jitu Patwari warned of environmental damage. Join the conversation on conservation.
Srinagar Student Protest Cancelled After House Arrests
A planned protest by Open Merit students in Srinagar was called off following house arrests and preventive police action. PDP leader Parra highlights year-long inaction on the issue. Read the full story.
London Protest Over Violence Against Hindus in Bangladesh
Indian & Bangladeshi Hindus protested in London over minority killings. BHAS UK organised the peaceful demo, chanting Hanuman Chalisa & playing Bangladesh's anthem. Read more.
NGT Expert Calls for Urgent Action in Barmer's Eco Crisis
A severe environmental crisis in Barmer prompts NGT intervention. Contaminated water from oil waste and Luni river pollution threaten farms and livelihoods. Read the full report.
Barmer contractor arrested over viral road dispute video
A contractor in Barmer's Sheo was arrested after a video of him threatening villagers over a poorly constructed road went viral. MLA apologises. Read the full story.
Hisar Nursing College Students Protest Over Irregularities
Students of Khushi College of Nursing in Hisar protest overnight, demanding action against management for alleged harassment and irregularities. Read their full demands.
Gujarat pilgrims killed by hit-and-run SUV in Barmer
Two women pilgrims from Gujarat were killed in a hit-and-run near Bor Charanan toll plaza on NH-68. The driver of the speeding Thar SUV fled the scene. Read the full report.
Elderly woman dies at DMK protest in Coimbatore
An 80-year-old woman collapsed and died during a DMK-led protest in Annur against the Union government's VB-GRamG Bill. Details on the incident and police case.
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