India Hosts 28th Commonwealth Conference with 42 Nations

India welcomes presiding officers from 42 Commonwealth countries for the 28th conference. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the two-day event at Samvidhan Sadan's Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha chambers.

Telangana: 10% Salary Cut for Govt Staff Neglecting Parents

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy announces a new law to divert 10% salary of government employees to parents' accounts if they neglect them. The state also unveils welfare measures for elderly, disabled, and transgender communities.

PIL Seeks 7% Reservation for Disabled in Parliament

A PIL filed in Madras High Court demands 7% reservation for disabled persons in Parliament and state assemblies, citing exclusion from political decision-making despite constitutional guarantees.

Mumbai Ward 90: Diverse Voters, Local Issues Drive Contest

Kalina's Ward 90 in Mumbai presents a unique electoral battle with nine candidates vying for over 40,000 votes. Local civic problems like water contamination, illegal parking, and eviction threats dominate the campaign over party ideology.

SC Notice to Centre on Lifetime Immunity for CEC, ECs

The Supreme Court has issued a notice to the central government regarding a petition challenging the provision of lifelong immunity from prosecution for the Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners.

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