CBI Probes Rs 11 Crore Scholarship Scam for Disabled Students
CBI registers case over alleged Rs 11 crore fraud in disability scholarship funds, with 13 institutions under scrutiny for creating fictitious beneficiaries during 2023-24.
Category : Public Policy
NZ Alcohol Law Reforms Aim to Cut Red Tape, Aid Hospitality Sector
New Zealand's government introduces a bill to overhaul alcohol regulations, simplifying licensing, limiting objections, and easing rules for events and businesses like hairdressers and breweries.
Street Vending Deregulation: Livelihoods vs Public Health
Analysis of street vending deregulation efforts in India, examining the tension between supporting micro-entrepreneurs' livelihoods and maintaining essential public health standards through FSSAI regulations.
CARA Orders Secure Record Keeping for Adult Adoptees
CARA directs states to preserve adoption records for adult adoptees' root search, addressing issues with missing documents due to institutional closures.
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Worker Electrocuted at Dhar Substation, Locals Allege Negligence
A 29-year-old outsourced discom worker was electrocuted during scheduled maintenance at a 33 kV substation in Susari village, Dhar. The incident has triggered anger among residents who allege serious negligence by authorities.
Women's Safety in India: Steps Beyond Celebrations
Experts call for urgent measures to protect women, including strict law enforcement, community vigilance, and systemic changes, highlighting the gap between Women's Day celebrations and daily realities.
Odisha Launches Drive to Rescue Child Beggars, Ensure Rehabilitation
The Odisha State Commission for Protection of Child Rights has initiated a coordinated statewide operation to rescue children from begging. The commission emphasizes legal action and rehabilitation to protect children's rights to education and safety.
Strict Laws and Awareness Needed to Combat Superstition
Experts emphasize the need for strict anti-superstition laws and continuous awareness campaigns to promote scientific temper as mandated by the Indian Constitution.
Fake NCERT Textbook Racket Busted in Rudrapur
Police in Udham Singh Nagar intercepted a truck carrying over 10,000 suspected counterfeit NCERT textbooks near Kiratpur village. A multi-department probe is underway into a potential illegal printing network.
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Karnataka Child Rights Chief Issues Directives on Aadhaar, Food, Safety
KSCPCR chairperson Shashidhar Kosambe mandates Aadhaar seeding for 1.6 lakh children, free hospital meals, and CCTV in hostels, with warnings for non-compliance.
Punjab RTI Panel: No Info Denial Over Missing Records
The Punjab State Information Commission ruled that public authorities cannot deny RTI requests due to missing records, ordering action on proper record-keeping.
India's Product Safety: Bridging Consumer Protection Gap
On World Consumer Rights Day, explore India's product safety framework, recall mechanisms, and challenges in enforcing consumer protection laws effectively.
Delhi Police Officer's 4,500km Cycle Yatra for Organ Donation
A senior Delhi Police officer is cycling 4,500km from Kanyakumari to Kashmir to inspire eye and body donation pledges, driven by his grandfather's selfless act.
Bihar Guarantees Midday Meals for 1.3 Crore Students
Bihar government coordinates with oil companies to ensure LPG supply for midday meals in schools, with emergency firewood option as last resort.
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TN RTI Ruling: Digitized Answer Sheets Accessible
Tamil Nadu Information Commission rules digitized public exam answer sheets are accessible under RTI Act, overriding a five-day application window. Penalty recommended for officials denying access.
Amritsar Raids Target LPG Hoarding Amid Global Tensions
In a proactive move, Amritsar's district administration and police have launched joint raids on LPG godowns to prevent hoarding and black marketing, ensuring consumer protection amid Middle East conflict concerns.
Lucknow Rally Protests Supreme Court Street Dog Caging Order
A diverse coalition of activists, NGOs, students, and citizens marched in Lucknow to protest the Supreme Court's proposed relocation and caging of street dogs, demanding a more humane solution.
Supreme Court Questions NCERT Chair: Ideology vs. Fact in India
The Supreme Court's censure of NCERT social science curriculum chair Michel Danino highlights tensions in India's education system, where ideological perspectives may be presented as factual content, sparking debate on academic integrity.
DH Cartoon Satirizes Emergency Relief and Bureaucratic Hurdles
A Deccan Herald cartoon critiques emergency relief efforts, using satire to expose bureaucratic inefficiencies and delays that hinder aid delivery during crises.
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Deccan Herald Speak Out: March 14, 2026 Opinions
A summary of public opinions from Deccan Herald's Speak Out column on March 14, 2026, covering topics like governance, economy, and social issues.
FSSAI Reforms: Street Vendors Get Deemed Registration
The Indian government has approved food regulatory reforms allowing street vendors registered with municipal bodies to be automatically recognized under FSSAI, streamlining compliance and supporting livelihoods.
Delhi Gurdwara Body Urges Govt for Steady LPG Supply to Langars
The Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee has formally requested government intervention to ensure a consistent LPG supply for community kitchens, highlighting reliance on cylinders in smaller gurdwaras.
Centre Defends LGBTQ+ Blood Donation Ban in Supreme Court
The Indian government has defended its ban on blood donations from the LGBTQ+ community in the Supreme Court, arguing that diluting restrictions could harm recipients and is essential for public interest.
Canacona Schools Demand Overpass Amid Highway Safety Crisis
Parents and teachers in Canacona raise alarm over dangerous highway conditions near schools lacking safety measures. Urgent calls for overpass construction and improved traffic enforcement to protect students.
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MP Hires 123 Food Safety Officers After 17-Year Freeze
Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission will fill 123 food safety officer posts, with 480 candidates shortlisted for interviews starting April 15. The final selection list is expected by April-end.
Deccan Herald Speak Out: Public Forum on Governance Debates (12.03.2026)
Deccan Herald's Speak Out column on March 12, 2026, features diverse public opinions on governance, policy, and societal issues, highlighting citizen engagement in democratic discourse.
Kanpur's Special Drive to Eliminate Child Labor by 2026
Kanpur district launches a special campaign from March 12-25 to identify child laborers, aiming to make the district child labor-free by December 2026 as part of Uttar Pradesh's 2027 target.
Woman Leaves Vadodara Home After 14 Years, Marries in Emotional Ceremony
Deepa, a woman who spent nearly 14 years at a Vadodara women's protection home, married a civil engineer in a ceremony attended by senior officials, receiving financial aid and gifts to begin her new chapter.
Mumbai Mandates Police Verification for Gig Workers
Maharashtra Labour Minister Akash Fundkar announces mandatory police verification for contractors and gig workers on platforms like Zomato and Swiggy to enhance safety, especially for women.
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Govt Orders Telegram to Remove Pirated Content, 3,000+ Channels
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has directed Telegram to take down pirated content, identifying over 3,000 channels distributing copyrighted material illegally in India.
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