PFRDA's new NPS model reduces mandatory annuities, allows 100% equity. Dhirendra Kumar argues this flexibility beats rigid, one-size-fits-all pension rules. Read why this is a win for Indian retirees.
India's school education undergoes a multi-faceted transformation in 2025 with a new 5+3+3+4 structure, two board exams, and a push for skills. Explore the key changes and challenges.
Connecticut regulators abandon rehab plan for PHL Variable Insurance, may liquidate. A $2.2B shortfall found. Policyholders' $500M+ withheld. Potential lawsuit against Golden Gate Capital. Read for details.
Delhi government plans a phased conversion of all double-shift schools to single-shift, requiring new infrastructure and aiming to boost academic performance. Read about the ambitious education overhaul.
India's FSSAI mandates scientific evidence for all food product claims from January 1, 2026. Producers must follow a standard format for safety reviews. Learn what this means for consumers and the industry.
India's drug regulator CDSCO cancels the import licence of hair-loss product QR678 Neo for making false therapeutic claims while registered as a cosmetic. Learn the details and regulatory implications.
Critical positions at Tamil Nadu's power regulator remain unfilled for months, stalling consumer petitions and tariff decisions. Stakeholders demand urgent appointments for efficient functioning.
DGCA removes flight standards chief after IndiGo's operational fiasco affecting 5,000 flights. More action expected as calls for a complete regulatory revamp grow. Read the full story.
The inquiry committee led by DGCA's Sanjay K Bramhane has submitted its report on the massive IndiGo flight disruptions in early December. Find out the key findings and implications.
SEBI has overhauled norms for issuing duplicate securities, raising the value limit to Rs 10 lakh and reducing document requirements for investors. Read the full details here.
Discover the story of master distiller Surrinder Kumar, who pioneered Indian single malt whisky, leading brands like Amrut and Indri to outsell imports. A journey of risk, patience, and global acclaim.
Karnataka faces a severe education crisis with thousands of single-teacher schools and empty classrooms. The government has hired 51,000 guest teachers this year. Read the full report on the state of government schools.
India's market regulator Sebi is initiating more investigations than ever, using AI and tech to track trades. While cases are more exhaustive, pending probes are rising. Read the full analysis.
DGCA mandates IndiGo to return all wet-leased planes from Turkey by March 2026. No further extensions granted for Boeing 777s from Turkish Airlines after February. Details inside.
UNESCO's 2025 report lauds Odisha's mother tongue-based multilingual education for tribal students as a national model, showing improved learning outcomes. Discover how the state's pioneering approach works.
The Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill 2025 proposes a single higher education commission, merging UGC, AICTE & NCTE. Read details on its impact, centralisation debate, and expert views.
The Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill 2025 aims to unify India's fragmented higher education regulators into a single, coordinated system to boost quality and global standing. Discover how this reform will impact students and institutions.
IndiGo's mass flight cancellations reignite debate over DGCA's leadership by generalist IAS officers, questioning regulatory oversight and aviation safety in India's booming sector.
The Indian government has introduced a new bill in Parliament to create a single framework for securities regulations and expand SEBI's board from 9 to 15 members. Read the full details and implications.
Sebi has cut mutual fund expense ratios on Dec 17, 2025, responding to AMC concerns. Learn what this means for your investments and the market.
NSDL settles with SEBI for ₹15.58 crore over procedural lapses, including account freezing delays and compliance failures. Read the full details of the market regulator's order.
IndiGo's massive share of flights between midnight and 6 am left it uniquely vulnerable to new pilot duty rules, forcing a DGCA exemption. Read how India's largest airline flew into a storm.
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan defends the Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025, stating it brings state participation, unlike UGC. Bill referred to House panel.
Uttar Pradesh's real estate regulator greenlights 16 new projects across nine districts, unlocking Rs 3,200 crore investment and 3,845 residential and commercial units. Lucknow leads with six projects.
The Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill proposes a single higher education regulator with three councils. Learn how this will transform India's university system. Read more.
India's aviation regulator DGCA has issued a strict 24-hour show-cause notice to IndiGo's Accountable Manager for alleged violations. Failure to reply may lead to enforcement action. Read for details.
Tamil Nadu's Meendum Manjappai initiative gets a boost as yellow cloth bags will be sold at half price via vending machines in Chennai from February. TNPCB drives eco-friendly shift.
DGCA forms a high-level panel to investigate IndiGo's operational issues. The regulator had repeatedly advised all airlines on manpower planning. Read the full report.
DGCA sets up a 4-member committee to investigate recent IndiGo flight disruptions. The panel will submit its report within 30 days. Details inside.
DGCA chief appeals to pilots for cooperation to avoid operational disruptions causing delays and passenger inconvenience. Read the full story on the aviation regulator's call for action.