Have ‘exclusive’ power to decide how and when to hold SIR, EC tells Supreme Court, Pg1
EC asserts exclusive authority over electoral roll revisions, opposing court directives for regular Special Intensive Revisions nationwide.
EC asserts exclusive authority over electoral roll revisions, opposing court directives for regular Special Intensive Revisions nationwide.
Despite 2016 Act mandating 4% quota, disabled employees remain at 1.15% in Union government jobs as of January 2022.
Great Nicobar project faces scrutiny as Tribal Affairs Ministry questions FRA compliance, contradicting earlier claims amid High Court challenges.
Machine learning algorithms fail to accurately predict self-harm risk; misclassifying over 50% at risk, needs-based assessments recommended.
Fiji's endemic ant species decline by 79% post-human arrival 3,000 years ago due to habitat destruction and invasive species.
The September 2025 Gen Z-led protests in Nepal, triggered by a social media ban, escalated into a nationwide uprising, forcing the resignation of Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli and the appointment of former Chief Justice Sushila Karki as interim Prime Minister.
UN overwhelmingly backs two-state solution, urging Israel to commit to a Palestinian state amid Netanyahu's opposition and escalating conflict.
Government considers measures for exporters facing 50% US tariffs; CBIC clarifies GST rules on post-sale discounts.
India strategizes to retain market share amid US tariff hikes; considers reviving Interest Equalisation Scheme and boosting domestic sales.
Budgeted agricultural schemes worth ₹2,200 crore delayed, raising concerns over fund utilization and impacting 1.7 crore farmers.
Kerala approves Bill to kill wild animals attacking humans, relocate Schedule II species, and declare wild boar as vermin.
Supreme Court to issue interim order on Waqf Act 2025 validity, focusing on property de-notification powers on September 15.
Chhattisgarh's anti-Maoist operations displace thousands of tribals, land rights remain elusive in Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, activists seek rehabilitation.
CBIC clarifies GST levy on post-sale discounts, ensuring no tax on discounts for competitive pricing, reducing disputes and providing clarity.
US pressures G7 to sanction Russian oil buyers like India and China amidst tariff hikes and geopolitical tensions.
Asian nations face youth unrest as corruption and jobless growth hinder demographic dividend realization, fueling inequality and disillusionment among young workforce.