With Pune's local elections finally held, the 74th Constitutional Amendment Act mandates citizen participation in ward committees, environmental reports, and participatory budgets for better governance.
The Haryana Pradesh Congress Committee has reconstituted district Congress committees after over a decade, marking a significant organizational overhaul under new leadership.
Revenue Minister Jagat Singh Negi has instructed officers to accelerate processing of Forest Rights Act cases in Shimla district, aiming to resolve most pending claims by March 2026.
Private unaided schools in Delhi have approached the Supreme Court seeking an immediate stay on the state government's new fee rules, arguing they conflict with existing central legislation.
New UGC regulations require all higher education institutions to form equity committees with representation from OBCs, SCs, STs, PwDs, and women to address discrimination complaints.
BJP secured chairperson positions in seven standing committees of Thiruvananthapuram Corporation, marking a significant shift in the civic body's power dynamics during Wednesday's elections.
The University Grants Commission mandates the creation of Equity Committees in all higher education institutions to ensure a discrimination-free environment for students and staff.
Independent councillors secured four of six standing committee chairpersonships in Angamaly municipality, shifting power from Congress and CPM despite Congress retaining the overall chairperson's post.
The UDF ruling front has secured all chairperson positions in Kochi's standing committees. Congress will share terms for two-and-a-half years each, while LDF and BJP faced defeats in contested elections.
New UGC regulations require higher education institutions to form equity committees with diverse members to address discrimination complaints, removing a 'false complaints' section from the draft.
Mohali Municipal Corporation restructures waste management into six zones post-delimitation. New RMC points planned to tackle rising waste. Read about the sanitation overhaul.
Lawrence School, Sanawar, has been shortlisted for the prestigious Swachh Evam Harit Vidyalaya Puraskar 2024-25. Discover how this historic institution champions sustainability and environmental education.
Gautam Buddh Nagar administration orders closure of schools for Classes 8 and above till January 15, 2026, citing cold wave and public safety. CBSE, ICSE, UP Board schools affected.
National Green Tribunal demands clarity on status of key environmental health committees. Ministry must submit meeting records by next hearing. Read the full story.
Parents at Sri Ranganatha school in Srirangam confront corporation & a trust for a playground. Without it, 20 students leave yearly & kids miss vital activities. Mayor promises action.
Maharashtra mandates mental health support, caps coaching hours, and forms district panels to tackle rising student stress. New rules apply to schools and private coaching institutes.
Delhi High Court grants schools more time to set up fee committees and submit hike proposals. The court refuses to stay the new fee regulation law, seeks response from DoE and LG. Next hearing on March 12.
Punjab's Education Department allocates Rs 17.44 crore for renovating 852 government schools. Minister Harjot Singh Bains emphasizes equitable fund distribution and improved learning environments. Discover the district-wise breakdown.
The UDF secured a clear majority in all eight standing committees of the Kochi Corporation without voting. Key chairperson candidates named. Full details on the election process and LDF's absence dispute inside.
Badagarakeri Govt Higher Primary School in rural Kodagu, preparing for its 125th anniversary, is threatened by a collapsing wall. 73 students' safety at risk as authorities are urged for urgent renovation.
Assam's fisheries department directs DCs to fix retail fish prices for Magh Bihu & form monitoring committees to prevent artificial price hikes. Read how the state aims to ensure fair prices.
A viral video shows women dancing & cash being showered inside a Datia government school, sparking a probe. District education officer Sunil Shukla orders investigation. Read details.
Rajasthan transport dept launches a 30-day road safety drive from Jan 1-30. Initiatives include reflective tapes on 3000 vehicles, clearing black spots, and school workshops. Read the full plan.
Critical vacancies in Tamil Nadu's child protection force leave vulnerable children at risk. Nine districts lack full-time officers, five rely on contracts, impacting rehabilitation and POCSO case support. Learn the details.
Gujarat government establishes 13 standing consultative committees headed by ministers. All state MLAs and MPs included to discuss policy implementation and public issues quarterly. Read details.
Discover how Kolkata's Praxis Business School is transforming its PGDM programme to equip future leaders with AI fluency, analytical thinking, and digital skills for the evolving corporate landscape. Explore its industry-aligned approach.
Discover the rich 200-year history of Mumbai's Antonio D'Souza School, from its origins in 1795 to educating legends like Raj Kapoor and Nissim Ezekiel. Explore this hidden gem of Byculla.
Kerala State Election Commission schedules standing committee elections for all local bodies from Jan 5-7, 2026. Details on committees, reservation, and voting process inside.
The Himachal Pradesh government appoints Justice Surinder Singh Thakur (retd) as chairperson of the state selection committee for juvenile justice bodies for a three-year term.
Patna district administration orders inquiry after viral video shows students alleging caste-based segregation and denial of food at a government school in Alawalpur village. Details inside.