A 61-year-old farmer from Morbi accuses Gujarat Energy Transmission Corporation (Getco) officials of forgery and illegal installation of a high-tension power line on his land. Police register case under IPC sections.
Karnataka Information Commission rules KMF & its unions are public authorities under RTI Act, ensuring transparency in use of public funds. Details inside.
A staggering 52% of Pune's cooperative housing societies lack legal land ownership, blocking redevelopment. Officials push for faster resolution. Learn the impact and challenges.
Cooperative societies in Karnataka appeal to MLAs for urgent policy decisions on loans, taxes, and governance during the Belagavi winter session. Read their key demands.
A 13-year-old girl in Ujjain was allegedly raped by her two minor brothers after her adult elder brother made her drink alcohol. Police have registered a case under BNS, POCSO, and Juvenile Justice Act.
Two North Bengaluru officials fined Rs 50,000 for delaying land record info under RTI Act. Commission mandates timely responses to avoid penalties. Read more.
Candidates for Haryana's assistant professor posts protest and file RTI after only 151 clear the test for 613 vacancies. They allege evaluation flaws and seek answer sheets. Education Minister says HPSC is looking into the matter.
Kolkata residents question being 'pawns' in ECI-State tussle over polling booths in gated complexes. RWAs feel trapped between conflicting directives on security and voter turnout. Read more.
RTI activists reveal a major procedural shift in India's electoral roll revision. The 2025 process places the onus on voters, unlike 2002 where officials were accountable. Read the full analysis.
A serious case of ragging & sexual harassment reported at a Hamirpur school. FIR filed against 6 seniors under POCSO & HP Anti-Ragging Act. Details inside.
Junagadh police rescued an advocate and two labourers after a kidnapping linked to an RTI query about a Valsad temple. Four arrested, seven more wanted. Read the full investigation details.
Kolkata housing societies reconsider Election Commission's polling booth proposal after CM Mamata Banerjee highlights security and privacy concerns. RWAs face resident queries ahead of final decision.
Trinamool Congress MP Sushmita Dev criticizes the Centre over President's rule in Manipur during a parliamentary debate on extending the Water Pollution Act. Read the full story.
Marking International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2025 on December 3. Explore the theme 'Fostering disability-inclusive societies,' its history, and why 1.3 billion people's rights matter. Join the movement for inclusion.
Maharashtra's Right to Services Act guarantees 1,212 government services with strict deadlines. Learn how citizens can appeal delays and the Act's impact on transparency and accountability.
Prayagraj police arrest 7 men for hunting a nilgai in Nawabganj. Weapons, explosives, and an SUV seized. Case filed under Wildlife and Arms Acts. Read the full details.
MP State Information Commission demands explanation for withholding Project Cheetah data citing national security. Hearing set for Dec 12. Details on the controversy inside.
Haryana State Information Commission serves show-cause notice to labour department officials for failing to provide RTI information. Learn about the case details and potential consequences.
Mumbai housing societies are turning the tables on developers, demanding higher compensation and amenities in redevelopment deals. Experts warn this trend could backfire, leading to stalled projects.
Punjab Cabinet plans incentive policy for teachers and doctors in border districts. New rules for charitable societies and GPS on mining vehicles also approved to curb illegal mining.
India plans to amend its Arbitration Act to include emergency arbitration and digital proceedings, aiming for faster commercial dispute resolution and to become a global arbitration hub.
Thane Municipal Corporation issues strict circular after complaints of absenteeism and public neglect. Officials must now prioritize citizen grievances. Read more.
Punjab cabinet approves Societies Registration Amendment Act 2025, bringing all societies under RTI, mandatory renewal every 5 years to ensure proper fund usage.
Gujarat Information Commission penalizes PIO Rs 5,000 for misinterpreting RTI order, recommends action against officer. Learn how citizens can protect their right to information.
Gujarat Information Commission penalizes PIO Rs 5,000 for misusing orders to deny RTI information. Disciplinary action recommended against appellate officer. Read full details.
Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi alleges RTI activists are harassing and extorting money from private unaided schools. He urges immediate action from education authorities.
Bombay High Court initiates suo motu proceedings after Sonegaon Lake flooding leaves Nagpur residents battling knee-deep water for 15 years. Court appoints amicus curiae for immediate relief.
Ashoki Toora appointed as Jalandhar's RTI Cell Chief Commissioner. Learn about her career and the significance of this appointment for transparency.
Shocking RTI data reveals 26 patient fall incidents at Cooper Hospital in three months, including a fatal case. BMC initiates inquiry amid staffing crises. Read for full details.
Congress stages rallies in Tharad and Patan, demanding immediate NDPS Act raids against drug peddlers and action near schools. Party stands with MLA Jignesh Mevani.