Fatal Negligence Calls for Stronger Liability Law
Weak legal accountability has allowed civic negligence to persist without institutional consequences, demanding a robust liability law in India.
Category : Public Policy
UP Census Team Addresses Queries on Census 2027
A team from Uttar Pradesh census operations visited TOI to answer key questions about Census 2027, including mandatory participation, penalties, and enumeration methods.
Bombay HC upholds Goa Mining Dump Policy, rejects PIL
The Bombay high court dismissed Goa Foundation's PIL challenging the mining dump policy, ruling that royalty was already paid on ore in dumps and the auction mechanism is fair.
Haryana Sex Ratio Drops Again in 2026, Govt Orders Review
Haryana's sex ratio at birth fell to 895 in early 2026 from 925 last year, prompting a state review. Charkhi Dadri recorded the lowest ratio at 769. Officials ordered intensified sting operations and crackdowns on illegal sex determination.
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Chandor Heritage Village Plan Stuck in Bureaucratic Hurdles
Chief Minister Pramod Sawant's 2023-24 budget promise to develop Chandor as a heritage village remains unfulfilled due to failed tenders, election code, and legal questions over statutory powers.
Goa Closes Disciplinary Case Against Ex-Chief Town Planner
Goa government closed disciplinary proceedings against former chief town planner Rajesh Naik, who faced allegations of under-assessing land conversion fees, causing crores in losses.
Jaipur Municipal Corporation Launches One-Day Clean Sweep in Walled City
JMC deploys 2,000 workers for deep cleaning in Walled City, but residents cite irregular waste collection as root problem.
Jaipur Lok Adalat Sees Big Crowd, 450 Cases Settled
Over 2,000 people gathered at Jaipur's Debt Recovery Tribunal for a Lok Adalat, leading to chaotic conditions. Despite this, 450 cases were settled, including a ₹3.14 crore dispute resolved for ₹2.50 crore.
Urban Mobility Key to Governance-Citizen Interface: CAG
CAG highlights urban mobility as crucial governance-citizen interface, stressing public investment impact on ease of living.
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Patna PMC Gives Rs 40 Lakh Tax Relief to 35,948 Owners
Patna Municipal Corporation provided Rs 40 lakh tax relief to 35,948 property owners under early-payment scheme, collecting Rs 11 crore in first five weeks. Rebate ends June 30.
Team Probes Illegal Withdrawals in Bokaro Treasury
A team led by excise secretary Amitabh Kaushal investigated alleged illegal withdrawals from Bokaro treasury, examining records and collecting documents for comprehensive review.
Bihar Police Launch Traffic Challan Settlement Scheme 2026
Bihar Police and transport department introduce 'Lump Sum Traffic Challan Settlement Scheme 2026' for pending e-challans via National Lok Adalat, offering relief on minor offences.
Gurgaon student trapped in car, police arrive 40 mins late
A Class 12 girl in Gurgaon was trapped inside her car for 40 minutes as cabbies surrounded it, assaulted her driver, and tried to break in. Despite 20+ calls, police arrived late. An inquiry has been ordered.
Drug Addict Found Dead in Tarn Taran Village
A 35-year-old drug addict was found dead under mysterious circumstances in a village near Tarn Taran. Police suspect overdose and have initiated an investigation.
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Pigeon Droppings Not PWD's Concern, Says Department to NGT
PWD tells NGT that sanitation issues from pigeon feeding and droppings fall under MCD's jurisdiction, not its own. NDMC reports issuing challans and awareness campaigns.
Delhi Tops Dowry Death List Among Metro Cities for Fifth Year
Delhi recorded the highest number of dowry deaths among 19 metropolitan cities in 2024, with 109 cases, continuing a grim trend for the fifth consecutive year, according to NCRB data.
60K Delhi Households Complete Census Self-Enumeration
Over 60,000 households in Delhi completed self-enumeration for Census 2027 in the first week. The process continues till May 15, followed by door-to-door verification. Self-enumeration is optional but encouraged.
Nainital DM Orders Boat Audit for Environment Safety
District magistrate Lalit Mohan Rayal has ordered a comprehensive audit of all boats in Nainital to ensure environmental compliance and operational safety. Leaking boats will be confiscated immediately.
Bhojpur Gets Rs 52 Crore Anti-Erosion Project Along Ganga
The Bihar water resources department has approved a Rs 52 crore anti-erosion project to protect several villages in Bhojpur district along the Ganga river, following severe erosion that displaced hundreds of families.
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187,702 Crimes Against Children in 2024: NCRB
NCRB data reveals 187,702 cases of crimes against children in 2024, a slight increase from 2023. Kidnapping and POCSO cases dominate the statistics.
Old Airport Rd: 3rd Underpass, Marathahalli Congestion Worry
Bengaluru's Old Airport Road will get a third underpass to ease traffic, but Marathahalli junction congestion remains a major concern for commuters.
Ludhiana Dairy Owners Dump Cow Dung in Protest
Dairy owners in Ludhiana dumped cow dung outside the MC zonal office to protest against waste management issues, lifting the protest after assurances from officials.
Police Lathicharge in Patna Over BPSC TRE 4.0 Delay
Patna police resorted to lathicharge to disperse protesting Teacher Recruitment Examination aspirants demanding release of BPSC TRE 4.0 notification, citing delays.
SC Allows 30-Week Abortion for Minor Rape Victim
The Supreme Court permitted a 15-year-old rape victim to terminate her 30-week pregnancy, overriding medical advice and sparking ethical debates on fetal viability and trauma.
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HC Upholds Rs 2500 Crore Borrowing for Punjab Dev Authority
The Punjab and Haryana High Court upheld the state government's approval for the development authority to borrow Rs 2,500 crore, dismissing a PIL challenging the decision.
Orissa HC warns officials over civic PIL delays, cites Eliot
The Orissa High Court expressed displeasure over repeated non-compliance with deadlines in a civic issues PIL, warning defaulting officials of personal appearance. It cited T.S. Eliot's poem to criticize apathy.
NCW to Seek Stricter Parole Rules for Sexual Offenders
NCW chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar announced recommendations to amend prison rules, denying parole for rape and serious crimes against women, and urging faster trials.
Pakistan's ISI Planned Terror Attacks in India: Delhi Temple, Murthal Dhaba Among Targets
Pakistan's ISI allegedly planned terror attacks in India, targeting historic Delhi temple and Murthal dhaba. Security agencies have heightened alert.
Haryana Revises Transfer Policy for Retiring Staff
Haryana government changes transfer policy for employees within two years of retirement, allowing them to stay at current postings to ensure stability and welfare.
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Woman Cab Driver Assaulted on Delhi-Jaipur Expressway
A woman cab driver was allegedly stopped and assaulted on the Delhi-Jaipur Expressway near Ambience Mall in Gurgaon. Police have registered a case and launched an investigation.
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