The Health and Family Welfare Department in Karnataka is trying to raise awareness about the dangers of smoking and using tobacco products, but some government employees are still engaging in these habits. The Department of Personnel and Administrative Reforms has issued a circular reminding employees that smoking and using tobacco products are banned in government…
Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan criticized the state government for not appointing regular Vice Chancellors in universities. He explained that the government challenged his selection committees in court, causing delays. Khan warned that this could harm educational standards. He defended his decision to refer bills to the President, saying he acts according to the Constitution….
The federal government has announced the “Bijli Sahulat Package” for three months to manage winter electricity demand and stimulate economic growth, offering a flat rate of Rs26.07 per unit for additional electricity consumption. This initiative aims to encourage higher consumption during the low-demand winter season, benefiting industries, commercial establishments, and households. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif…
Hackers were able to exploit a vulnerability in the Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSS) website, ‘hyderabadwater.gov.in,’ which is used by residents to pay their water bills online. They managed to spam Google News with links promoting gambling, redirecting users to an online betting platform. This type of attack, known as a Structured…
The Gauhati High Court has asked the Central and state governments to explain the cancellation of the Garbhanga Wildlife Sanctuary’s recognition in response to a PIL filed by activist Subrat Talukdar. The sanctuary, located near Guwahati, had its status revoked by the government through a cabinet decision. Talukdar challenged this decision through the PIL, prompting…
PTI leader Omar Ayub Khan criticized the government for failing to meet IMF targets and potentially introducing a “mini-budget” that could worsen economic hardships for the public. He expressed concern over the high inflation rate and lack of constitutional order in the country. Ayub also highlighted issues faced by PTI members in prison and vowed…
The Kerala High Court has appointed lawyer Mitha Sudhindran as amicus curiae to gather suggestions from stakeholders in the entertainment industry. The Kerala government has assured the court that the preliminary inquiry into cases from the Hema Committee report will be completed by the end of December. The court is seeking input, especially from women,…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead the nation in celebrating ‘Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas’ on November 15, marking the 150th year of Birsa Munda’s birth. Events will be held nationwide to honor Munda’s contributions to tribal welfare. The Modi government’s efforts in tribal development will also be highlighted, including making a tribal woman, Droupadi Murmu, the…
The Kerala government has declared the firecracker accident at Anjoottambalam Veerar Kavu Temple a State-Specific Disaster after four people died and over 150 were injured. The District Collector has been instructed to provide relief assistance based on the degree of disability, with costs covered by the State Disaster Response Fund. Emergency response measures will be…
The Assam government has suspended five ACS officers for not following transfer orders. This action was taken under Rule 6(1) of the Assam Services (Discipline & Appeal) Rules, 1964. The suspension is effective immediately. source