In a major push toward transforming Visakhapatnam into a global urban destination, the Andhra Pradesh government has approved a land pooling initiative covering 1,941 acres across key regions of the city. The move is aimed at accelerating the long-term vision of developing Visakhapatnam as the ‘Bay City’ — a modern, port-centric urban and economic powerhouse…
In a landmark move aimed at promoting environmental sustainability and reducing glass waste, the Kerala government has announced that all liquor bottles sold across the state will carry a ₹20 refundable deposit starting September 1, 2025. This new policy is a part of a broader strategy by the state’s Excise Department and Beverage Corporation (BEVCO)…
The Kerala government’s new proposal to introduce a “monsoon vacation” in school calendars has sparked widespread debate among educators, parents, and child health experts across the state. Announced as part of an initiative to address rising health concerns and frequent academic disruptions during heavy rains, the plan is being examined both for its practicality and…
In a landmark decision aimed at bolstering the education sector and addressing long-standing grievances of school employees, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar announced a massive salary hike for thousands of contractual and support staff working across the state’s government schools. The announcement, made during a high-level education review meeting in Patna, includes the doubling of…
In a significant political and cultural announcement ahead of West Bengal’s most celebrated festival, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee declared a substantial hike in state grants to Durga Puja committees while simultaneously issuing a strong appeal to safeguard the dignity and livelihood of Bengali migrant workers facing “harassment and exploitation” in other Indian states. The announcement…
In a development that has reignited political discussion across West Bengal, Trinamool Congress (TMC) heavyweight and controversial leader Anubrata Mondal has been reinstated with Y-category security cover, days after a closed-door meeting with Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. The decision, coming amid heightened political turbulence and ongoing legal proceedings against Mondal, has drawn sharp reactions from…
In a major move to ensure safer, more equitable workspaces, the West Bengal government has announced the implementation of comprehensive new workplace safety guidelines for women across sectors. The policy, which aims to improve the physical, psychological, and legal protection of women at their places of employment, is part of a broader initiative by the…
In a development that sparked nationwide outrage and widespread backlash on social media, popular spiritual leader Aniruddhacharya Ji Maharaj issued an apology after making a controversial comment during a recent sermon, where he appeared to link the character of unmarried women to moral looseness. The remark, interpreted by many as deeply misogynistic, drew sharp criticism…
In a move that has caught both political observers and citizens by surprise, the Odisha government has decided to cancel the ambitious Bhubaneswar Metro Rail project, which was announced amid much fanfare less than a year ago. The project, which had the potential to become the first metro rail network in Eastern India outside Kolkata,…
In a major administrative development amid ongoing controversies, India’s apex medical education regulator has appointed a new chief as it grapples with the ‘assessment reports scam’ that has rocked the credibility of its accreditation and inspection mechanisms. The National Medical Commission (NMC), which oversees approval, regulation, and inspection of all medical colleges and courses in…
