The UMEED portal for waqf property registration closed on Dec 6 with over 5.17 lakh uploads. Minister Rijiju announced a 3-month penalty waiver for genuine cases. Explore the state-wise data and next steps.
Penumatsa Shyam Kumar transforms his Vijayawada terrace into a seed bank for 40+ indigenous crops. Discover his 15-year journey to save rare bottle gourd varieties from extinction.
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.
The deadline for uploading waqf property details to the UMEED portal ended Saturday. While no extension is possible, a 3-month grace period without penalties has been announced. Read the full details.
Discover how pumpkin seeds, rich in magnesium and zinc, can help manage common PMS symptoms like cramps, headaches, and fatigue. Learn the science and simple ways to include them in your diet.
Karnataka becomes the first Indian state to fully digitize its waqf property records on the national Umeed portal, beating the Centre's deadline. Discover how they achieved this milestone.
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.
Punjab's finance department approves 'The Punjab Protection of Trees Act, 2025'. New law mandates tree officer clearance for felling, requires planting two trees for each one cut. Read details.
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.
Navghar police file case against Uber India director for alleged Motor Vehicles Act violations after a woman's death in a Mulund truck-bike collision. Details on the case and regulatory breaches inside.
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.
A Republican senator's push to end dual citizenship in the US could force former First Lady Melania Trump and son Barron to choose. Discover the details of the Exclusive Citizenship Act 2025.
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.
Eminent agricultural scientist S S Chahal urges focus on water-efficient, nutrient-rich crops to meet India's nutritional security challenge. Details from the BAU Rabi Council meeting inside.
Bangalore startup GetReplies launches an Agentic AI platform to unify fragmented marketing workflows, backed by $1M in seed funding led by Patni Family Office. Discover how it transforms B2B marketing.
The Ministry of Minority Affairs urges immediate registration of Waqf properties on the UMEED portal before the December 5 deadline. Supreme Court denies extension. Act now to avoid tribunal process.
Japanese research reveals daily black cumin seed consumption significantly reduces bad cholesterol, increases good cholesterol, and supports weight management naturally.
Complete guide to December 2025 vrats, festivals & planetary transits. Plan your spiritual calendar with important dates, rituals & astrological significance.
India's new Seeds Bill proposes mandatory registration, Rs 30 lakh penalty and 3-year imprisonment for spurious seeds. Learn how this protects farmers and transforms agriculture.
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.
Punjab cabinet approves Societies Registration Amendment Act 2025, bringing all societies under RTI, mandatory renewal every 5 years to ensure proper fund usage.
Telangana's Agriculture Minister Tummala Nageswara Rao criticizes the draft Seed Bill 2025, calling it a threat to state powers and farmers' welfare. Read more on the key concerns.
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.
Goa's IT department evaluates 26 diverse startup proposals for seed funding up to Rs 10 lakh. Discover how local entrepreneurs are solving real-world challenges across multiple sectors.
The US considers scrapping the 'Intent to Leave' rule for student visas, a move that could reshape global student mobility. Learn how the DIGNITY Act 2025 impacts Indian students.
Test your UPSC Prelims 2026 preparation with this essential Polity quiz covering Governor's constitutional powers, tribunals reform, and key amendments. Check your progress now!
Calcutta High Court acquits a man sentenced under the Pocso Act, citing material inconsistencies in witness testimony. Justice Ghosh sets aside the trial court's 3-year imprisonment order.
Telangana Agriculture Commission meets Governor over cotton farmers' struggles with CCI procurement delays, cyclone losses, and new Seed Act concerns. Read the full update.
Andhra Pradesh Veterinary Council chairman asserts the Para-Veterinary Act must operate under the 1984 central law, not as parallel authority. Key officials review implementation concerns.
Government's proposed seed law changes threaten farmers' rights and seed sovereignty, say activists. Learn how this affects Indian agriculture and food security.