A 2025 survey in Karnataka reveals 23,395 former Devadasis, with recommendations for a special rehabilitation package, financial incentives, and policy changes to support them and their children.
Police in Coimbatore and Salem detained over 350 disabled protesters during road blockades demanding increased disability assistance, highlighting disparities with other states.
The Telugu Desam Party has written to the I&B Minister, advocating for a legal framework to restrict social media access for children, citing high smartphone usage and online risks.
Despite the 1976 Bonded Labour System (Abolition) Act, exploitative practices persist in modern India, from construction sites to rural traditions, challenging democratic ideals.
A 9-year-old girl was chased by 10 stray dogs in Dombivli's Palava township. While rescued by a security guard, jurisdictional disputes between KDMC and Khoni gram panchayat hinder sterilization efforts.
The recent swing collapse at Surajkund Mela, injuring 15, highlights critical gaps in public safety. This editorial demands a robust national safety framework to prevent such incidents and protect citizens at events nationwide.
The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation has launched a dedicated CNG-fired crematorium for pet dogs, providing a scientific and dignified disposal method. The facility addresses long-standing concerns of pet owners and includes CCTV viewing and AC seating.
India's labour codes, aimed at formalizing the economy, may inadvertently weaken protections for migrant workers by reducing oversight and limiting recourse options, raising concerns about their welfare.
Street vendors in Bengaluru are losing their livelihoods due to administrative incompetence during urban transitions, highlighting a critical need for inclusive governance and support.
Enforcement officers from Brent Council discuss the persistent challenges and community impact of tackling public paan spitting, highlighting efforts to maintain cleanliness and public health.
Indore Municipal Corporation has intensified its drive against industrial units releasing untreated water into public drains, imposing fines exceeding Rs 8 lakh in two weeks. Inspections in multiple zones led to penalties for improper effluent treatment p
Residents and commuters in Hyderabad's Khajaguda area face severe sanitation issues along the DPS to Lanco Hills stretch, with garbage, animal waste, and foul odors creating health hazards. GHMC cites jurisdictional challenges on private land.
TANDAGETA organized a bike rally and meeting in Madurai, demanding 4% reservation in promotions, online grievance redressal, tax exemptions, and improved accessibility in government offices.
The Goa Deposit Refund Scheme Administrative Committee reveals that unclaimed deposits from the DRS will be shared among civic bodies, panchayats, and the system operator to fund waste management and public awareness campaigns.
Bengaluru's Hebbal flyover has seen dramatic improvements with fresh asphalt resurfacing, doubling vehicle speeds to 40-50kmph and eliminating ambulance delays. The upgrade addresses potholes, lane mismatches, and enhances safety for commuters.
Explore the ethical dilemma when honest civil servants resign: Is it a failure of the system or a test of individual ethics? This article examines systemic pressures, moral decision-making, and historical lessons for governance.
Kanpur's 94km six-lane Ring Road, under construction to ease traffic congestion, is set to connect five national highways and two state highways. Package one is 10km complete, with overall completion targeted for 2027, including two major bridges over the
State Women's Commission chairperson Babita Singh Chauhan met the family of three sisters who died by suicide in Loni, emphasizing parental responsibility in monitoring children's online activities.
Following the tragic deaths of three sisters in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh State Women's Commission Chairperson Babita Singh Chauhan urges parents to monitor children's mobile phone use and advocates against screen dependency in education.
Local advocacy groups in Ludhiana have formally objected to a proposal converting primary school land to residential housing, citing violations of urban planning laws and the constitutional right to education.
Thiruvananthapuram district administration is identifying vacant land near forest fringes for dedicated stray dog shelters, addressing land scarcity and public opposition in residential areas.
The Bardez mamlatdar has ordered the immediate sealing of 'Kiki by the Sea' in Assagao after the Goa State Pollution Control Board found repeated non-compliance with environmental regulations.
The Chandigarh Cow Welfare Committee conducted a review of facilities at the Maloya Gaushala, focusing on health, shelter, and management improvements for cattle welfare.
Jammu & Kashmir's inclusion among top performers in the Export Preparedness Index 2024 underscores institutional improvements, not just tourism. The index promotes competitive federalism and export-led growth.
The All India Joint Action Committee of Teachers' Organisations has urged the central government to intervene in a Supreme Court ruling requiring pre-RTE teachers to pass TET within two years, impacting 30 lakh educators nationwide.
Male migration forces women into farm management roles across India, yet lack of land ownership and legal recognition leaves their labor undervalued and unsupported.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation facilitated a detailed inspection by SPCA members and volunteers at the Raipur Kalan Animal Birth Control Centre, focusing on welfare protocols and operational transparency.
Ruchi Bawa, Vice-Chairperson of the Punjab State Commission for Protection of Child Rights, conducted inspections of childcare institutions in Amritsar to assess compliance with child protection norms and discuss policy enforcement with local officials.
A 25-year-old man's death in Janakpuri highlights Delhi's ongoing crisis of uncovered pits causing fatalities and injuries, with past judicial directives failing to curb the danger.
The Supreme Court of India has issued a landmark ruling, emphasizing menstrual hygiene as a fundamental right and placing compliance responsibility on governments and schools.