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.
Odisha Police enhance night security with checkpoints from 1 AM to 5 AM to protect women workers and tourists. New law allows women's night shifts. Read details.
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.
Odisha assembly passes bill allowing women night shifts with safety measures and exempts small shops from key regulations. Daily work hours increased, overtime limits raised.
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.
Bokaro Steel Limited and district administration razed three dozen illegal shops and eateries in Sector 4 City Centre. Officials warn more action is coming. Read the full details.
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.
Two jewellery shop owners on NDA Road in Pune bravely resisted armed robbers on consecutive days, preventing theft despite sustaining injuries. Police investigating possible connections between both incidents.
Municipal Corporation of Delhi conducts anti-encroachment drive near RSS headquarters, removes 15 illegal shops and temporary structures. Action follows complaints about traffic congestion.
Tamil Nadu Tasmac employees announce statewide strike on December 3 protesting new bottle buyback scheme. Workers cite health risks and increased workload. Read full details.
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.
Rajasthan High Court directs state government to remove 1,102 liquor shops near highways within two months, citing alarming rise in drunk driving accidents. Court prioritizes public safety over revenue.
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.
Telangana High Court Justice B Vijaysen Reddy criticized rapid liquor shop expansion, suggesting state needs new name. Hearing petition against wine shop in residential area.
Telangana High Court judge Justice B Vijaysen Reddy criticized the rapid expansion of liquor outlets while hearing a petition against a wine shop in residential area. Read more about the court's strong observations.
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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.
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.
Security agencies intensify checks on hardware and chemical shops in Kashmir following Delhi blast revelations. Authorities implement strict monitoring protocols.
Assam's Sonitpur district issues first orders under 1950 Immigrants Act, directing 5 declared foreigners to leave India within 24 hours. Police confirm they are absconding.
J&K Police launches inspections at chemical shops and industries to prevent ammonium nitrate misuse following the Red Fort explosion. Stay informed on security measures.
Learn how businesses can comply with India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act using a simple 3-step audit process before the 18-month grace period ends.
Arunachalam Vellayan, former Murugappa chairman, passed away at 72. His bold retail vision led Coromandel International to serve 3 million farmers through 1,000 Growmor shops. Read his legacy.
Karnataka introduces app-based monitoring for fair price shops, linking ePoS with electronic weighing machines to ensure beneficiaries receive exact ration quantities. Stay informed about this governance innovation.
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav announces 15% hike in tribal welfare budget to Rs 47,296 crore on Tribal Pride Day. Tendu leaf collectors get 33% pay raise, Forest Rights Act settlements cross 3 lakh claims.
UP Cabinet amends Shops Act to include clinics, architects & tax consultants with 20+ staff. Old-age pension to be automated via Family ID. Read more for details.
Karnataka government unifies Shops Act across state, extends applicability to all establishments with 10+ workers. Major labor law reform for business consistency.
Rajasthan government removes two-child disqualification rule for local body elections after three decades. Minister Jabbar Singh Kharra explains why public representatives deserve equal treatment.