Goa Consumer Rights Drive: Two-Month Awareness Campaign
Goa Consumer Action Network launches a two-month consumer awareness drive across five talukas, focusing on rights under multiple acts and promoting complaint redressal mechanisms.
Category : Public Policy
UP to Grade Skill Training Providers on Performance Metrics
Uttar Pradesh will assess all 1,712 skill training providers based on targets met and trainee placements over three years, grading them A-D to allocate future targets and improve training quality.
UPSDM Creates 1,162 Jobs for Persons with Disabilities in 13 Days
The Uttar Pradesh Skill Development Mission's intensive employment campaign placed 1,162 persons with disabilities in diverse roles across finance, telecom, retail, and small enterprises, with salaries up to Rs 21,000 monthly.
Lucknow's ABC Model Hailed as National Blueprint for Stray Dogs
Animal rights activists advocate for nationwide adoption of Lucknow's Animal Birth Control model, emphasizing sterilization, vaccination, and release as a scientific solution to reduce human-dog conflicts effectively.
Deccan Herald's 'Speak Out' Forum: Public Discourse Platform (23.02.2026)
Deccan Herald's 'Speak Out' forum, featured on February 23, 2026, serves as a vital platform for public discourse, addressing key societal issues through diverse opinions and fostering community engagement.
Jaipur Walkathon for Pedestrian Safety Draws 1,000+
Muskaan Foundation and Rajasthan Police organized a walkathon in Jaipur to raise awareness about pedestrian safety, with over 1,000 participants including police trainees and students.
Delhi Seals 370 Coaching Centres, Libraries Post Tragedy
Following the 2024 Rajendra Nagar flood that killed three students, Delhi authorities sealed 370 coaching centres and libraries for safety violations, issuing notices to 899 units. Basements were illegally used, lacking fire exits and compliance with buil
Finance Commission's Federalism: Progress Made, Hard Work Remains
The Finance Commission has acknowledged state concerns on fiscal federalism, but questions persist about whether its actions sufficiently address the deep-rooted challenges in India's financial governance structure.
Financial Strain, Son's Illness Suspected in Family Tragedy
Five family members found dead in locked house in Kasganj, Uttar Pradesh. Police suspect financial distress and medical expenses for son's neurological illness as possible reasons.
Chandigarh Panel Inspects Sites for Mazdoor Bhawan
A high-level committee in Chandigarh has inspected multiple sites for the proposed Mazdoor Bhawan, a dedicated facility for laborers, as part of the UT's welfare initiatives.
Rajasthan SOG Probes Crore Fraud in Health Scheme
The Rajasthan SOG investigates alleged large-scale irregularities in the RGHS, with an audit flagging crore discrepancies in Sikar district. An FIR targets a diagnostic center and government doctors for inflated claims.
80% Honorarium Hike for Shiksha Mitras Announced by Yogi Govt
The Yogi Adityanath government has announced an 80% increase in honorarium for Shiksha Mitras in Uttar Pradesh, effective April 2026, bringing relief to nearly 3,000 educators in Prayagraj.
Yogi Govt Hikes Honorarium for Shiksha Mitras and Anudeshaks
The Uttar Pradesh government has increased the monthly honorarium for shiksha mitras from Rs 10,000 to Rs 18,000 and for anudeshaks from Rs 9,000 to Rs 17,000, benefiting over 1.67 lakh contractual educators.
Chandigarh: One Road Death Every 4 Days
Alarming data reveals a severe road safety crisis in Chandigarh, with one life lost on average every four days. Authorities are urged to implement stricter measures to curb this rising trend of fatalities.
Patna Drain Deaths Highlight Civic Safety Lapses
Two children died after falling into open drainage structures in Patna, revealing systemic failures in enforcing safety protocols. Residents report hazards persist for years despite municipal guidelines requiring barricades and steel mesh.
Karnataka CM Uses Counselling for Health Dept Appointments
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announces a new counselling-based system for appointments and transfers in the health department to eliminate corruption and warns against transfer agents.
Lawmakers Push Humane Dog Management After Polarizing Judgment
A high-level panel in Delhi calls for national coordination on street dog management, emphasizing scientific sterilization over culling amid rising violence against animals and feeders.
Tamil Nadu Mandates Safety Gear for Sanitary Workers in Trichy
Thippampatti V Aruchamy, chairman of the Tamil Nadu Sanitary Workers Welfare Board, has mandated gloves and safety gear for sanitary workers in Trichy. He reviewed welfare schemes, distributed smart cards and aid worth over Rs 5 lakh, and inspected breakf
OPSC Adds Third Gender Category for Odisha Civil Services Exam
Odisha Public Service Commission introduces a third gender or transgender option in the OCSE-2025 application form, following OHRC directives. Deadline extended to Feb 27.
Karnataka's Nadaf/Pinjar Community Faces Economic Hardships: Study
A comprehensive ethnographic study by Karnatak University highlights the persistent socio-economic challenges faced by the Nadaf/Pinjar community in Karnataka, recommending skill development and educational support.
45% Indian Donations to Religious Bodies, 42% to Beggars
A new report reveals that over 45% of individual donations in India are directed to religious bodies, with 42% going to beggars, highlighting patterns of generosity in the country.
India's Social Media Dilemma: Ban or Balance?
Experts argue India needs an empathic mental health policy, digital literacy, and hygiene rather than knee-jerk bans to address social media challenges effectively.
Tatanagar Railway Demolishes 22 Shops in Anti-Encroachment Drive
The Tatanagar railway administration demolished over 22 shops along the Kitadih-Golpahari stretch as part of the Tatanagar Junction redevelopment, following Jharkhand High Court orders.
Karnataka Libraries Remove Price Caps, Boost Reader-Driven Purchases
Karnataka's public libraries overhaul book procurement, lifting price limits and increasing reader-driven purchases from 10% to 40% to include bestsellers and exam guides.
India's Street Dogs Face a Judicial Crisis and Survival Threat
An analysis of India's Supreme Court order on relocating community dogs, highlighting failures in animal welfare, rising cruelty, and the need for humane solutions to protect both animals and public safety.
Kerala Extends Liquor Hours for 5-Star Hotels to 3 AM
Kerala government permits five-star bar hotels to serve liquor until 3 AM with Rs 5 lakh extra fee, targeting destination weddings and MICE events. Only 55 hotels qualify, with Ernakulam leading at 23 properties.
Church Welcomes Govt's Acceptance of SC Verdict for Disabled Teachers
Yuhanon Mar Diascoros Metropolitan of Malankara Orthodox Church welcomed the government's stance that the Supreme Court verdict favoring NSS in disabled teachers' appointments applies to all Christian managements, calling it delayed wisdom.
Punjab Rights Commission Orders Action on Water Contamination
The Punjab State and Chandigarh Human Rights Commission has directed the principal secretary of water supply to address lapses in a complaint about unsafe drinking water and sewerage overflow in Sangrur.
Kochi Funds Incinerator to Solve Sanitary Waste Pile-Up
Kochi Corporation allocates funds to a private agency for operating the Brahmapuram incinerator to address sanitary napkin and diaper waste accumulation, with plans for new tenders post-elections.
Deogarh Declares Religious Sites Child Marriage-Free Zones
Deogarh administration designates all religious institutions as child marriage-free zones as part of a district-wide eradication campaign. Cash incentives and task forces implemented.
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