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    Bill Faces Criticism for Potential Overreach and Erosion of Federalism

    New Delhi, March 30 The CPI(M) on Monday demanded the revocation of the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, in the interest of "constitutional morality," warning that it may lead to excessive government control and undermine federalism.In a letter to Prime Minister Narendra...
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    J&K Govt Targets Arbitrary Fee Increases by Private Schools

    Jammu, March 30 The government on Monday directed the Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) to take firm action against private schools that are arbitrarily increasing fees and violating prescribed norms.Education Minister Sakeena Itoo issued the directions while chairing a...
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    CM Yadav: Personal Ambition Undermines Democracy

    Bhopal, March 30 Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said on Monday that only those with a spirit of service can succeed in politics, while "personal ambitions" adversely impact the democratic system.Yadav was addressing the inaugural session of the two-day conference of young MLAs from...
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    Nepal Govt Launches Probe into Political Leaders' Assets

    Kathmandu, March 28 – The new government of Nepal announced on Saturday that it will establish a committee to investigate the assets of political leaders and high-ranking officials who have held public office from 1990 to 2026.The government, led by Prime Minister Balendra Shah, said in a...
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    India Advocates Fair Trade Practices at WTO Meeting

    New Delhi, March 28 India has cautioned WTO members against using "transparency" to justify trade retaliation or challenge legitimate domestic policies, saying that it must be supported by sustained capacity-building to ensure that all countries meet their obligations fairly and effectively...
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    Bill Introduced to Improve Business Environment in Nagaland

    March 27, Kohima: The State Legislative Assembly passed the Nagaland Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026, on the final day of the session today.The Bill was moved by Deputy Chief Minister Yanthungo Patton and was adopted by voice vote.The legislation aims to rationalize...
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    Transparency Concerns: Delhi Directs Departments to Uphold RTI Norms

    New Delhi, March 27 The Delhi government has raised concerns about "persistent and systematic violations" of the Right to Information Act, 2005, by its departments, and has directed each office to ensure compliance with the transparency norms mandated under the law, officials said.A letter...
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    Jammu Railway Division Implements Aadhaar-Based Attendance System

    Jammu, March 27 The Jammu division of Northern Railway has successfully implemented a fully biometric sign-on and sign-off system across its ticket examiner (TTE) lobbies as a significant step towards modernization and transparency, an official said on Friday.The TTE lobbies where the new...
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    Proposed FCRA Bill Raises Concerns About Minority Institution Control

    New Delhi, March 27 The Catholic Bishops' Conference of India (CBCI) has expressed "grave concern" over the proposed amendments to the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act, describing the Bill introduced in the Lok Sabha as "dangerous and alarming" in its implications.In a press statement, the...
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    Luxury Residence Raises Questions Over Public Funds

    New Delhi, March 26 – Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta launched a scathing attack on former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday after a video related to the controversial "Sheesh Mahal" (former official CM residence) surfaced publicly.She stated that the truth, which had been hidden for...
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    Consumer Protection: CCPA Targets 'LPG Charges'

    New Delhi, March 25 The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) warned hotels and restaurants on Wednesday not to levy additional charges, such as "LPG charges" and "fuel cost recovery", and said these are unfair trade practices, and strict action will be taken against them.The authority...
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    West Bengal Election Row: Allegations of EC Manipulation

    Kolkata, March 24 West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday alleged that the purported BJP stamp on a communication from the Election Commission proved beyond doubt which party was controlling the poll watchdog from behind.A political row erupted on Monday after a March 2019 letter...
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    Aadhaar Streamlines Benefits, Reduces Fraud, Says Official

    Chandigarh, March 24 Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria said on Tuesday that Aadhaar has become an important document for good governance, transparency, and ease of living.Kataria, who is also the Administrator of the Union Territory of Chandigarh, said that Aadhaar helps the government...
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    EC Controversy: Allegations of Political Interference

    Kolkata, March 24 West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday alleged that the purported BJP stamp on a communication from the Election Commission proved beyond doubt which party was controlling the poll watchdog from behind.A political row erupted on Monday after a March 2019 letter...
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    Balancing AI and Human Judgment in the Justice System

    Bengaluru, March 21 CJI Justice Surya Kant said on Saturday that Artificial Intelligence (AI) must be integrated into the judicial system in a way that strengthens the institution without undermining its core functions.He was speaking after inaugurating a one-day seminar on "Artificial...
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    Chhattisgarh Passes Reforms for Transparency and Exams

    Raipur, March 20 – On the final day of the Chhattisgarh Assembly budget session on Friday, the Vishnu Deo Sai-led Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government passed the Chhattisgarh Cess Amendment Bill 2026.The legislation abolishes the 12 per cent cess levied on land registrations across the...
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    Streamlining Recruitment: Chhattisgarh Creates New Staff Selection Board

    Raipur, March 20 The Chhattisgarh assembly on Friday passed a bill to establish a new board to conduct recruitment examinations for Class III and IV posts in various state departments.The Chhattisgarh Karmchari Chayan Mandal Vidheyak, 2026 (Chhattisgarh Staff Selection Board Bill, 2026), which...
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    ECI Strengthens Transparency Efforts with Observer Monitoring

    Kolkata, March 18: Aiming for complete transparency in the electoral management system for the upcoming two-phase Assembly polls in West Bengal next month, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has now decided to introduce a system for overseeing the daily functioning of the general observers...
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    Rohit Pawar Seeks Legislative Discussion on Ajit Pawar's Death

    Mumbai, March 17 NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar met Maharashtra Assembly Speaker Rahul Narwekar on Tuesday and requested him to initiate a detailed discussion in the House during the ongoing legislative session regarding the death of his uncle and former deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar in a plane...
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    Focus on Efficiency and Transparency in Arunachal Pradesh

    Itanagar, March 17 Arunachal Pradesh Governor KT Parnaik on Tuesday emphasized the need to make the administration more efficient, transparent, and citizen-friendly.Speaking with Arunachal Pradesh Administrative Reforms Commission (APARC) Chairman, Pramod Jain, about key administrative reforms...
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