23,000+ Paramilitary Resignations in a Decade, BSF Tops
Shocking data reveals over 23,000 personnel left India's paramilitary forces in just over a decade, with BSF recording the highest resignations. Read the full analysis of this worrying trend.
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Karnataka Consumer Forum: Just 3 Cases Pending Now
Karnataka's consumer forum has drastically reduced pending cases to just three, a historic low. Read about the reforms and future plans for consumer justice.
24 Athletes Get Arjuna, Dhyan Chand Awards; No Khel Ratna
The Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports announced 25 National Sports Awards for 2024, with 24 athletes receiving Arjuna and Dhyan Chand honours. Notably, no athlete was selected for the prestigious Khel Ratna award this year. Discover the full list of winn
National Consumer Day marked in Chandigarh with digital focus
Chandigarh celebrated National Consumer Day with a focus on online complaint filing and consumer rights. Advocates shared crucial tips for e-commerce, insurance, and cyber safety. Learn how to protect yourself.
IndiGo Ready for Holidays After 10% Winter Schedule Cut
IndiGo asserts readiness for holiday travel demand after operational challenges. The airline has cut its winter schedule by 10% and faces 100 consumer complaints over cancellations.
Over 100 Complaints Against Indigo for Ticket Cancellations
India's Consumer Affairs Ministry received about 100 complaints against IndiGo for sudden ticket cancellations and fare hikes. Read about the government's response and passenger rights.
US Consumer Confidence Drops Again Despite Strong Jobs
US consumer confidence fell to 89.1 in December, marking a fifth straight monthly decline. Despite a strong job market, fear and uncertainty are making Americans spend carefully. Explore the economic implications.
Panel Urges MHA to Expedite Jammu & Kashmir Statehood
A Rajya Sabha committee has urged the Home Ministry to speed up the process of granting full statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. Read the key recommendations from the report tabled in Parliament.
Mastek Stock Rises on MCA Nod for New Subsidiary
IT firm Mastek's stock surged over 5% after receiving Ministry of Corporate Affairs approval to form a new wholly-owned subsidiary. Read the full details and market impact here.
Noida Power Helpdesks Expand to 11, Boost Consumer Service
UPPCL increases Noida helpdesks to 11 under Urban Restructuring Plan, resolves 978 of 1,575 complaints swiftly. New system cuts response time for supply issues to 1-2 hours. Read more.
National Consumer Day: From Scarcity to Instant Gratification
On National Consumer Day, experts Jisu Ketan Pattanaik & Sumit Kumar Singh explore how digital convenience blurs the line between choice and manipulation. Read their analysis.
CERC's Strategic Reset on National Consumer Day 2025
Ahmedabad's CERC marked National Consumer Day with a new logo, website, and youth-led research. IAS Mona Khandhar highlighted Gujarat's digital grievance redressal. Read more.
Karnataka Consumer Justice: 3-Year Delays, Vacancies Plague Commissions
A Bengaluru resident's 3-year fight for a TV highlights systemic delays in Karnataka's consumer courts. With 50% posts vacant and cases pending for 5-6 years, activists demand urgent reforms for speedy justice.
Digital Justice Spearheads National Consumer Day 2025
National Consumer Day 2025 champions 'Digital Justice' with AI-powered platforms like Samadhan and Grievance Redressal Assessment for faster consumer complaint resolution. Learn how tech is empowering Indian consumers.
Tharoor Lauds Jaishankar, MEA for Nalanda University Role
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor publicly praised External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and the MEA for their crucial, unsung role in reviving Nalanda University. Discover the full story of this cross-party acknowledgment.
Consumer Court Slaps Cigna TTK for Wrongful Claim Rejection
Noida's consumer court directs Cigna TTK Health Insurance to pay a ₹35,000 claim with interest for wrongly labeling it as fraud. The insurer failed to verify documents properly. #ConsumerRights #HealthInsurance
Limits of India's Consumer Protection Act, 1986
The Consumer Protection Act, 1986, gave Indian consumers legal rights. But decades later, its promise remains limited. Explore the gaps in enforcement and the road ahead for consumer justice.
Rs 1.5 Lakh Compensation for Water-Adulterated Diesel
Dharashiv consumer forum directs police petrol pump & BPCL to pay lawyer Rs 1.5 lakh after water-mixed diesel damaged his car. Details on the landmark order inside.
Consumer Forum fines HDFC Ergo for denying insurance claim
Dharwad Consumer Commission orders HDFC Ergo to pay Rs 2.19 lakh claim with interest, Rs 50k compensation for mental agony. Landmark ruling for policyholders.
Daily Current Affairs Quiz: Questions for 6th July 2024
Challenge yourself with today's current affairs quiz! Test your knowledge on key events from India and the world. Perfect for competitive exam aspirants.
Sundargarh consumer court fines store Rs 40k for double billing
A Sundargarh consumer court directed an electronics store to refund Rs 19,999 plus Rs 15,000 compensation and Rs 5,000 costs for negligence after a customer was charged twice for a mobile phone. Read the full story.
India Calls for Action Against Killers of Hindu Youth in Bangladesh
India closely watches the situation in Bangladesh, urging action against perpetrators of the Mymensingh lynching. MEA reaffirms commitment to diplomatic safety under Vienna Convention.
Sitharaman Chairs Finance Ministry's Chintan Shivir
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman led a two-day brainstorming session for the Ministry of Finance and Corporate Affairs, setting a strategic roadmap for Viksit Bharat 2047. Key officials participated.
Justice G Radha Rani Heads Telangana Consumer Commission
Justice G Radha Rani appointed President of Telangana State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, becoming India's first woman to lead a state consumer panel. Read about her landmark career.
Insurer fined for denying claim over hospital paperwork delay
A Bengaluru consumer commission fined Aditya Birla Health Insurance for rejecting a genuine claim citing hospital's late intimation. The firm must pay Rs 2.6 lakh with interest and compensation.
BJP Leader Points to 'Fundamentalists' in Bangladesh Situation
West Bengal BJP chief Samik Bhattacharya asserts 'fundamentalists' are behind Bangladesh's situation. He states the Indian government is handling it appropriately. Read the full story.
Daily Current Affairs Quiz: Questions & Answers for 31st March
Challenge yourself with today's current affairs quiz! Test your knowledge on important events from 31st March, including sports, politics, and awards. Perfect for competitive exam prep.
IFFK 2025: 6 films dropped, 13 get nod after MEA block
The 2025 International Film Festival of Kerala faces censorship hurdles as six films are denied screening clearance by the Centre. Diplomatic issues cited. Read the full story.
IFFK 2025: Six films denied clearance, 13 approved
Six films were denied censorship exemption for IFFK 2025 due to diplomatic issues, while 13 others got clearance. Get the full details on the festival's screening hurdles.
Missing Kolkata journalist returns after decade in Thailand camp
Subhajit Chandra, missing since 2015, reunited with family in Kolkata after years in a Thai detention camp. Read the incredible story of his rescue and homecoming.
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