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Swachh Bharat Mission completes 10 years: What Phase II looks like

Over 250,000 Gram Panchayats in India are preparing for digital transformation of their cleanliness model with e-GramSwaraj platform

Delhi HC asks Centre to frame rules for mode-specific information under RTI

Highlighting a gap in RTI Rules, a division bench of Chief Justice Upadhyaya and Justice Gedela stated the need for providing information in the format sought by applicants while ensuring safeguards

Govt not helping farmers struggling with shortage of fertilisers: Rahul

Rahul Gandhi said on the one hand, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is printing his photos on fertilizer bags, and on the other hand, farmers are becoming dependent on 'Made in China'

Saying 'I Love You' not sexual intent, rules Bombay HC in Pocso case

Case dates back to 2015, when the accused allegedly approached a 17-year-old girl on her way home from school. According to the complaint, he held her hand, asked her name, and told her, "I love you"

₹60 lakh revamp for Rekha Gupta's bungalow; includes TVs, ACs, chandeliers

The new CM residence on Raj Niwas Marg will see major electrical upgrades, high-end appliances, and luxury fittings; work to be completed in 60 days

Elderly woman in Mumbai duped of ₹1.15 cr by cyber fraudsters over 6 years

The incident came to light on Monday after the septuagenarian, a resident of the Worli area, filed a complaint with the Dadar police

Govt to amend existing laws to invoke MCOCA against drug peddlers: Fadnavis

'The government is amending laws so that these people can be arrested under the MCOCA. The amendment will be done in the ongoing monsoon session of the state legislature,' the chief minister said

Indian brands tap heritage pride to boost sales after Prada sandal scandal

Linking of the Prada brand name to the Kolhapuri sandals, which are made by around 7,000 artisans in India, is providing a business opportunity for some

Telangana plant explosion: Sigachi used outdated machinery, says FIR

The explosion at the company's Pashamylaram unit two days ago left 36 dead and a nearly equal number injured

India factory fire death toll at 40, over 33 injured: Sigachi Industries

The government of Telangana has formed a five-member committee to probe the incident

In a first, Supreme Court introduces SC, ST quotas in staff recruitment

The apex court employees of SC category will be entitled to a 15 per cent reservation and ST employees will have a 7.5 per cent quota in promotions

July 2025 holidays: Full list of holidays in schools and banks in India

From Muharram and Rath Yatra to regional observances and weekend breaks, here's your complete guide to school, college, and bank holidays across India in July 2025

'Single most stupid rule': Delhi's fuel ban on old vehicles faces flak

Delhi's fuel ban on older vehicles sparked confusion and criticism as citizens compare it to Nordic policies lacking local infrastructure support

Workers protest at IOCL's Bengal bottling plant over wage-related dispute

The agitation, which occurred on Tuesday night, temporarily disrupted production and triggered sharp political reactions

Delhi HC grants relief to 2 accused in Parliament security breach case

The Delhi High Court today granted bail to Neelam Azad and Mahesh Kumawat on a ₹50,000 bond and two sureties each, after they challenged a trial court order that had earlier denied them bail

Govt permits surge fares of up to 2x base rate for cab aggregators

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways also announced that 10 per cent of the fare, not exceeding ₹100, to be imposed on the driver if a ride is cancelled without any specific reason

Pak to boost storage capacity as India stays firm on Indus water decision

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said the government would build a non-controversial water storage capacity by utilising resources such as the Diamer Bhasha dam and others

Amarnath Yatra 2025 begins: Traffic advisory out for Jammu-Srinagar highway

Amarnath Yatra 2025 Start: Full traffic plan, cut-off timings for Jammu-Srinagar highway out JK traffic police releases detailed advisory ahead of the Amarnath Yatra 2025 to manage movement on NH-44

Truckers go on indefinite strike against e-challans in Maharashtra

The transporters have complained the recovery process by authorities has become aggressive and is disrupting business operations, besides mounting fines of e-challans

10 dead, 34 missing as cloudburst, flash floods hit Himachal's Mandi

Relief operations are in full swing, with emergency shelters established and essential supplies such as tents, blankets, and food being distributed