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.
Bombay High Court's Nagpur bench issues notices to forest, police & civic authorities after PIL alleges rampant illegal sale of protected animals at Lakadganj Sunday market. Read the shocking details.
Mettupalayam forest officials arrested eight individuals for possessing a protected star tortoise intended for illegal sale. The accused were remanded to judicial custody under the Wildlife Protection 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.
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 joint police-forest force raid in Koderma's Chatarbar Wildlife Sanctuary seized heavy machinery, cracking down on illegal mica mining. Officials vow to continue operations. Read more.
Buxar forest officials, with WCCB, bust an illegal wildlife trade ring, seizing a rare red sand boa snake. Three suspects detained in a late-night raid. Read more.
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.
Wildlife officials in Chilika arrested a man for shooting migratory birds. Two carcasses and a gun were seized. This is the third such case in two weeks.
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.
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.
Karnataka Forest Department, WCCB and CID Forest wing meet to improve coordination in tackling wildlife crime. Enhanced investigation and prosecution strategies discussed.
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.
Discover Arunachal Pradesh's untouched wilderness with 6 hidden wildlife sanctuaries housing rare species like red pandas, tigers, and exotic birds. Perfect for nature lovers seeking adventure!
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.
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan urges MPs to pressure Centre for increased Wayanad rehabilitation assistance and approval of amended Wildlife Act. Strong advocacy needed.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee strongly criticizes NRC implementation, calling it politically motivated. She vows to protect all citizens and warns against creating division.
Exclusive investigation reveals thriving illegal monitor lizard meat trade in Hyderabad markets. Poaching drives species decline despite strict wildlife protection laws with severe penalties.
Government's proposed seed law changes threaten farmers' rights and seed sovereignty, say activists. Learn how this affects Indian agriculture and food security.
Karachi Bar Association challenges Pakistan's 27th Constitutional Amendment, alleging Supreme Court undermining. Legal professionals demand judicial independence protection.