Manipur is preparing for another change at the highest level of its state administration, with Chief Secretary Puneet Kumar Goel set to retire at the end of August. His departure is expected to pave the way for the appointment of the state’s fifth chief secretary in roughly three years, a period marked by prolonged ethnic...
Despite persistent disruptions in both Houses of Parliament during the ongoing Monsoon Session, the Central Government is preparing to move forward with an important legislative agenda by introducing four significant Bills. The proposed measures cover a range of governance and judicial reforms, including amendments to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), changes concerning Supreme Court...
The Lok Sabha on Friday passed the Birth and Death Registration Bill after a lengthy and often heated debate that was repeatedly interrupted by protests from opposition members. The legislation, aimed at strengthening India’s civil registration system and modernizing the management of birth and death records, was approved despite strong objections from several opposition parties,...
Union Minister Bandi Sanjay has called for a thorough investigation into the alleged diversion of Central government funds in Telangana, accusing the state government of failing to utilize financial assistance for its intended developmental purposes. The senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader said the matter requires an impartial inquiry to determine whether public funds allocated...
The West Bengal government has introduced dedicated helpline numbers aimed at giving citizens a direct channel to report allegations of corruption and irregularities in public administration. The initiative, announced by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, is intended to strengthen accountability within the government system and make it easier for members of the public to raise complaints...
The West Bengal government has announced that the Bengali language will become mandatory across every level of the state administration beginning September 1, marking a significant policy move aimed at reinforcing the use of the state’s official language in governance. The decision is expected to affect government departments, offices, administrative communication, and interactions with the...
Political tensions between the Punjab government and the Centre came into sharp focus after Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann did not attend Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s official event in Jalandhar. The absence of the Chief Minister has intensified the ongoing political debate over Centre-state relations, governance priorities, and the evolving dynamics between the Aam Aadmi...
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to transforming the state into one of India’s leading performers across multiple sectors, stating that the journey toward making Punjab “number one” will continue with the unwavering support and trust of its people. Addressing a public gathering, the Chief Minister said that the state government...
West Bengal Chief Minister and Trinamool Congress (TMC) chief Mamata Banerjee has launched a sharp political attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) following the defection of a senior party leader to the BJP. Speaking at a public gathering, Banerjee alleged that several politicians facing legal or political pressure are joining the BJP in search...
An Indian diaspora organisation based in the United States has appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to initiate direct dialogue with environmentalist and education reformer Sonam Wangchuk, expressing concern over the ongoing issues surrounding Ladakh and calling for greater democratic engagement. The appeal comes at a time when discussions over Ladakh’s governance, constitutional safeguards, environmental...