Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has instructed the education department to retain lien in parent cadre for teachers in CBSE-affiliated schools, safeguarding their promotion prospects. He announced plans to affiliate 140 government s
This article explores how robust social protection systems can create enabling conditions to unleash India's vast pool of untapped talent, fostering innovation and economic growth.
Government data reveals 254 women reported sexual harassment at work through the SHe-Box portal in 2024, with 296 total complaints since its August 2024 revamp. The portal aims to ensure transparency and timely resolution under the POSH Act.
The 48th SSB Battalion in Madhubani launched a 'Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat' rath yatra on National Girl Child Day, partnering with local groups to combat child marriage through community awareness campaigns.
Zirakpur has initiated a comprehensive dog sterilisation drive to manage the stray population, improve public safety, and promote animal welfare in the region.
Karnataka government releases draft rules to operationalize the 2018 Good Samaritan Act, creating a dedicated fund for reimbursement and ensuring hospitals provide emergency treatment.
Tripura's Social Welfare Minister Tinku Roy announced the prevention of over 700 child marriages in the past year, highlighting intensified enforcement, awareness campaigns, and economic schemes to combat the practice.
Uttar Pradesh Social Welfare Minister Asim Arun announced that transgender individuals with a transgender card can access a cashless medical insurance worth Rs 5 lakh under the Ayushman scheme.
The Punjab State Minority Commission Chairman has mandated that all complaints be resolved within 15 days, emphasizing efficiency and justice for minority communities.
Kerala State Human Rights Commission recommends installing cameras along Amayizhanjan canal, appointing health officials for monitoring, and implementing multiple measures to prevent illegal waste disposal.
Himachal Pradesh introduces a special 5-year policy to hire English and math teachers at Rs 30,000/month for 10 months annually, addressing educational gaps while managing a Rs 1.03 lakh crore debt burden.
The once-promising green belt along Buddha Dariya in Kundanpuri, Ludhiana, has deteriorated into an overgrown, desolate area. Despite initial development, lack of maintenance and unresolved pollution issues have rendered it unusable, drawing criticism fro
An FIR for cheating, forgery, and criminal breach of trust has been registered in Navi Mumbai against a retired education official and 18 others for allegedly embezzling Rs 1.25 crore through forged Shalarth IDs used to recruit teachers and draw salary gr
An unauthorized RCC structure on Pune's Baner Hills remains standing over five years after PMC issued a demolition notice, raising safety and environmental concerns among residents and activists.
Daily commuters on the Nashik Road to Dwarka stretch of the Pune highway express relief over the proposed 10-laning project. The expansion aims to tackle severe congestion at key chokepoints and includes a grade separator at Dwarka junction.
Dr Sardara Singh Johl criticizes governments for ignoring agricultural reforms, warning that unsustainable paddy cultivation is depleting Punjab's groundwater at alarming rates.
The Goa cabinet has amended a scheme to increase monthly remuneration to around Rs 10,540 and set a fixed retirement age of 60 for helpers in government pre-primary schools, benefiting 42 workers.
Mysuru Deputy Commissioner Lakshmikanth Reddy warns that many officials wrongly think child protection is only the child welfare department's job. He reveals alarming child marriage statistics and urges coordinated action to make Mysuru a 'Zero Child Marr
Kerala's cabinet has approved a comprehensive new policy for senior citizens, focusing on active ageing, social inclusion, and protection against neglect. The policy emphasizes lifelong learning, healthcare access, and intergenerational solidarity.
Kerala's cabinet has approved a comprehensive new policy for senior citizens, focusing on active ageing, social inclusion, and zero-tolerance for neglect. The policy aims to create an age-friendly community with enhanced healthcare and social security mea
Members of Taratdac staged a road blockade in Madurai, demanding a significant hike in monthly disability assistance from the Tamil Nadu government, citing inadequate current rates amid rising living costs.
Thrikkakara municipality in Kochi has finalized a construction contract for a new dog shelter with capacity for 32 street dogs. The facility will focus on capture, sterilization, and medical care.
The Hindu Janajagruti Samiti has strongly objected to CTET officials asking candidates to remove mangalsutras and jewellery during security checks in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, calling it an attack on religious freedom and women's dignity.
Fifty years after India abolished bonded labour, Telangana data reveals a grim gap: hundreds rescued but few receive legal recognition or rehabilitation. Official records show rescue operations outpace justice delivery.
In Telangana, rescued bonded laborers like Barmala Mallaiah face ongoing challenges due to lack of release certificates and rehabilitation support, highlighting systemic gaps in justice.
For the third consecutive year, Hawaii's education department failed to provide lawmakers with complete records detailing how nearly $4 million was spent on over 8,000 work trips, raising accountability concerns amid budget tightening.
KT Thippeswamy of Karnataka Child Rights Commission calls for effective Child Protection Policies in all educational institutions to address rising violations like sexual assault and teen pregnancies.
An anganwadi centre in Odisha's Kendrapada remains closed for nearly three months as upper-caste parents boycott it after a dalit graduate was appointed as helper-cook, affecting 60 children's nutrition and healthcare access.
Toll plazas on NH-219 in Sasaram and Mohania are allegedly charging local vehicles 100% toll instead of the mandated 50% concession, resulting in illegal collections of crores monthly, as per RTI findings.
The Delhi High Court has affirmed CCPA guidelines, declaring mandatory service charges illegal. Restaurants face fines up to Rs 50,000 for violations, reinforcing consumer rights under the Consumer Protection Act.