Category: India

The Supreme Court has declined to mandate nationwide menstrual leave for women, citing concerns that it could reinforce gender stereotypes and harm employment prospects. While acknowledging voluntary policies are welcome, the court directed authorities to consider the petitioner’s representation on the matter, emphasizing potential negative career impacts if made compulsory….

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh criticized Prime Minister Modi for his silence on the reported assassination of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Ramesh alleged Modi fears antagonizing US and Israeli allies, contrasting this with the government’s earlier mourning for former Iranian President Raisi. He highlighted India’s condemnation of Iran’s actions while…

In a significant move for West Bengal’s electoral process, the Election Commission has upgraded returning officers for 152 assembly constituencies to Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) or Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) level and above. This historic decision, aligning with national norms, aims to enhance the fairness and impartiality of upcoming assembly polls by…

The Supreme Court ruled that parental job status, not just income, must determine OBC ‘creamy layer’ exclusion. This decision impacts wards of PSU and private sector employees, aligning their criteria with government employees. The court emphasized that income alone is insufficient for exclusion, stressing the importance of job category and…

The Supreme Court stated that public interest cannot justify broad access to private information of public officials, emphasizing a balance with the right to privacy. The court will consider a petition challenging the Digital Personal Data Protection Act’s restrictions, which a petitioner argued nullifies RTI provisions for accessing background data…

DMK MP K. K. Wilson has called for legislation to suspend judges facing serious allegations with strong evidence, citing the complexity of impeachment. He also highlighted the lack of social diversity in judicial appointments, with nearly 80% of recent High Court judges from forward communities and limited representation for women,…

A 63-year-old man, Kamal Singh Jamwal, was arrested for attempting to shoot former J&K CM Farooq Abdullah at a wedding. Jamwal, claiming a personal agenda, stated he had planned the assassination for 20 years. Police have ruled out a terror angle, but the NC insists on a terror investigation, questioning…

Prime Minister Modi downplayed the energy crisis, urging collective efforts and national interest over panic. He highlighted government initiatives like increased LPG connections and LNG terminals to boost self-reliance. Efforts are underway to shield citizens and farmers from the impact of global conflicts, with measures to manage LPG distribution and…

According to the aviation ministry, over 1.5 lakh people have flown from GCC to India between Feb 28 and March 11. Indian carriers resumed Riyadh flights from Thursday, with Day One seeing four flights by Air India, IndiGo and AI Express. The Indian embassy in Qatar said on X Thursday…

The Trinamool Congress’s request for a meeting with President Droupadi Murmu to discuss West Bengal’s welfare initiatives was declined due to time constraints. This comes after a political controversy during the President’s recent visit to Bagdogra, where she expressed displeasure over the absence of state officials. …

Lok Sabha witnessed a heated exchange as Rahul Gandhi’s speech on the energy crisis was cut short by Speaker Om Birla. Gandhi was questioned for targeting Oil Minister Hardeep Singh Puri and deviating from the stated notice regarding gas shortages. The opposition had previously accused the Chair of limiting Gandhi’s…

A public spat has erupted between Congress leaders Mani Shankar Aiyar and Shashi Tharoor over foreign policy and ideology. Aiyar criticized Tharoor’s views on the Iran-Israel conflict and his stance on the US, regretting his past support. Tharoor defended his nationalist perspective and responsible policymaking, rejecting Aiyar’s accusations and highlighting…

A crude oil tanker has reached Mumbai Port after navigating the Strait of Hormuz. The Liberia-flagged Shenlong Suezmax brought crude from Saudi Arabia. It temporarily went off tracking systems in the high-risk strait. Iran has intensified shipping restrictions. Over 20 million barrels of oil pass through the strait daily. …