Governments Create Social Media Safety Nets for Children
Organized efforts by governments globally are intensifying to shield children from social media harms, with new policies and programs aimed at fostering healthier digital habits.
Category : Public Policy
Old Goa Gram Sabha Halts Mega Projects for Study
The Old Goa gram sabha has decided to conduct a carrying-capacity study and temporarily ban mega projects until completion. The meeting also addressed garbage dumping, CCTV installation, and beautification of blind spots.
Bihar's Fight Against Bonded Labour: Rescue and Rehabilitation
Bihar's labour department details mechanisms to tackle bonded labour, focusing on rescue operations, financial aid up to Rs 3 lakh, and inter-state coordination for migrant workers.
Amit Shah: 5-Year Age Relaxation for Govt Exam Candidates
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has proposed a five-year age relaxation for candidates whose eligibility for government recruitment exams expired, along with fresh opportunities for SSC-type examinations.
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Govt Proposes Decriminalization of Minor Offenses in New Bill
The Jan Vishwas Bill proposes to remove jail terms for first-time offenders in traffic, pollution, and other minor violations, replacing them with fines and penalties.
Trans Bill Sparks Fear of Return to Begging, Sex Work
A proposed transgender bill in India has sparked widespread fear and anger, with activists warning it could force many back into begging or sex work. The controversy recalls Kshama Bindu's 2022 self-marriage as a protest against gender norms.
MUDA Telecom Tower Lease Under Fire for Rs 265/Month Rate
The Mysuru Urban Development Authority is under fire for approving a telecom tower lease at just Rs 265 per month, allegedly without standard terms or formal agreements, raising governance concerns.
Parliamentary Panel Seeks Age Limits for Social Media, AI Law
A parliamentary committee recommends exploring age restrictions for social media platforms and comprehensive legislation to prevent AI misuse, citing growing cybercrime concerns.
Gurgaon Highway Crossing: 700 Pedestrians Risk Lives Hourly
On Delhi-Gurgaon Expressway near Binola, over 700 pedestrians cross NH8 hourly without safe passage, with 21 accidents and 14 deaths since 2024. An unfinished foot overbridge, delayed by landowner objections, leaves workers in daily peril.
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UP Allows Autopsies in Medical Colleges Under New Guidelines
Uttar Pradesh government permits autopsies in medical colleges, including private institutions, to enhance forensic education and judicial transparency with strict conditions.
NCERT Judiciary Chapter Revision Led by Ex-SC Judge Indu Malhotra
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan announces NCERT textbook chapter on judiciary will be revised under committee led by former Supreme Court judge Indu Malhotra, following Supreme Court guidance.
Railway Land Encroachment Exceeds 1,000 Hectares: Vaishnaw
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reveals that around 1,068 hectares of railway land are under encroachment across India, highlighting challenges in land management and security.
FM Sitharaman Refutes Lockdown Rumors, No COVID Repeat
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has categorically denied rumors of a nationwide lockdown in India, stating that the government will not impose restrictions like those seen during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Rights Panel Seeks Report on Ludhiana Eatery Waste Dumping
The Punjab State Human Rights Commission has directed the Ludhiana Municipal Commissioner to submit a report by April 30 regarding allegations of a restaurant dumping wastewater and leftovers onto a public street, causing health hazards.
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Substandard Helmets in Cuttack Pose Grave Road Safety Threat
Road safety experts in Cuttack warn that cheap, non-ISI certified helmets sold widely across the city provide false protection, with activists demanding market inspections and penalties for sellers and buyers.
Chandigarh Deregulation 2.0 Stalled by Heritage and Legal Issues
Chandigarh's ambitious deregulation reforms, aimed at boosting construction and land use, confront Supreme Court restrictions, heritage preservation mandates, and financial challenges, slowing implementation.
NCERT Faces Flak for Removing Maratha Empire Map from Textbook
Opposition politicians in Maharashtra criticize NCERT for allegedly dropping the Maratha Empire map from Std VIII social science textbook, calling it an attempt to erase history.
Haryana Reforms Wheat Procurement to Fight Fraud
Haryana introduces digital reforms in wheat procurement, including biometric verification and GPS tracking, to address irregularities from last season's paddy procurement.
Ludhiana DC Forms Committee for Buddha Dariya Rejuvenation
Deputy Commissioner Himanshu Jain chaired a meeting on the Buddha Dariya Rejuvenation Project, ordering a committee to assess cow dung disposal at gaushalas and strict action against waste dumping.
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Mysuru Flyover Debate Intensifies Over Accident-Prone Junction
A proposed flyover near Mysuru's Outer Ring Road–Devalapura Road junction sparks public debate. Officials cite 12 accidents and 5 deaths in 3 years, while residents question necessity and environmental impact.
Odisha Offers Incentives to Clear Disability ID Card Backlog
Odisha government provides financial support to medical boards and implements training programs to expedite UDID card issuance and prevent fake disability certificates.
Goa Demolishes Illegal Coastal Structures in Agonda
Goa government orders demolition of 11 illegal restaurants and cafes in Agonda's coastal regulation zone after GCZMA declaration. Drive conducted under police presence, with some operators self-demolishing while others obtained court stays.
Bombay HC Slams Maharashtra Over Malnutrition Deaths
Bombay High Court questions Maharashtra government's failure to implement over 100 orders from a three-decade-old PIL aimed at ending malnutrition deaths in Melghat tribal areas.
CAG Finds Serious Environmental Violations in Gujarat Forests
A CAG audit reveals widespread bypassing of environmental rules in Gujarat's protected forests and wildlife sanctuaries, with road projects and land approvals granted without mandatory clearances.
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Oklahoma Debates Legalizing Human Composting for Burial
Oklahoma State Representative Jim Shaw sparks controversy over bill HB3660 to legalize human composting, joining 14 other states. The debate centers on ethics, cost, and sustainable death care.
Rs 80,000 Crore Compensation Unpaid to Road Crash Victims
A new report highlights that families of road accident victims are struggling as compensation worth Rs 80,000 crore remains unpaid under the Hit-and-Run Compensation Scheme.
Haryana Eases Pharmacy Officer Recruitment Rules
The Haryana Cabinet has approved amendments to recruitment rules for pharmacy officers, removing the six-month training requirement and adjusting recruitment ratios to address vacancies in government hospitals.
Odisha WCD Holds POSH Act Workshop for Secretariat Staff
The Women and Child Development Department in Bhubaneswar organized a workshop on the POSH Act 2013 for state secretariat officials to enhance awareness and foster a safe, respectful workplace environment.
DDA Proposes Land-Use Changes for Delhi's NW, South Districts
The Delhi Development Authority has proposed significant amendments to the Master Plan 2021, targeting rezoning in the most populated Northwest and South districts to rebalance urban growth.
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NHRC Notice to IRDAI on Insurance Issues for Disabled Kids
The National Human Rights Commission has served a notice to IRDAI regarding difficulties faced by families of specially-abled children in obtaining life insurance, citing financial insecurity and unequal protection.
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