Himachal Pradesh approved 1,181 land sales to non-agriculturists under Section 118, generating Rs 73 crore. The state now plans to amend this protective law. Explore the district-wise data and proposed changes.
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 government proposes amendments to allow electricity distribution via shared networks, aiming to cut infrastructure costs and give consumers a choice of suppliers. Read the details.
Himachal Pradesh Assembly refers contentious land law amendment bill to Select Committee for scrutiny after BJP MLA warns it could harm state interests. Read the full details.
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.
With a deadline tomorrow, Waqf boards across India face an uphill task uploading property details on the Centre's UMEED portal. Technical glitches and document scarcity hinder progress, with UP at 36% and Bengal at 12% registration. Muslim MPs seek extens
Rajya Sabha passes resolution to extend Water Pollution Amendment Act to Manipur under President's Rule. Opposition MPs criticize govt, demand immediate state elections to restore normalcy. Read the full debate.
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.
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.
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.
Delhi High Court hears Apple's plea against CCI's new penalty rule based on global turnover, potentially exposing it to a $38 billion fine. CCI accuses Apple of stalling proceedings. Details inside.
Supreme Court directs waqf bodies to approach tribunal for registration deadline extension. Centre opposed plea citing Waqf Act provisions. Read key details.
Supreme Court agrees to hear NGO plea for including persecuted minorities awaiting citizenship in voter lists. Hearing set for Dec 9. A constitutional crisis looms for 50,000 applicants.
Matua community's political influence in Bengal faces uncertainty as citizenship delays continue. Will CAA implementation sway their crucial vote? Read analysis.
Matua community's political allegiance hangs in balance as CAA implementation delays create uncertainty in poll-bound West Bengal. Key voting bloc awaits citizenship promises.
Japanese research reveals daily black cumin seed consumption significantly reduces bad cholesterol, increases good cholesterol, and supports weight management naturally.
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.
Learn why the Basic Structure Doctrine is crucial for UPSC exams and how the 23rd Law Commission views simultaneous elections. Essential reading for competitive exams.
Pakistan's outgoing General Mirza warns of hybrid warfare threats as Field Marshal Asim Munir becomes nation's most powerful military leader since Ayub Khan. Read analysis.