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    Centre opposes plea for creamy layer in SC/ST quota

    The Union government has opposed before the Supreme Court a plea seeking implementation of the "creamy layer" principle in reservations for Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs), contending that such a policy change cannot be directed through judicial intervention and must be preceded by a comprehensive empirical study

    Centre releases over Rs 137 crores to strengthen rural local bodies in 4 states

    New Delhi: The Centre on Friday announced the release of over Rs 137 crore to strengthen rural local bodies in Goa, Meghalaya, Sikkim and Uttarakhand during FY 2025-26. The release covers allocations pertaining to different financial years as part of the 15th Finance Commission’s untied grants. A sum of Rs 11.6 crores has been released.

    Govt releases Rs 213.9 crore to strengthen rural local bodies in Assam

    The Union government on Tuesday announced the release of Rs 213.9 crore as untied grants under the 15th Finance Commission to strengthen rural local bodies in Assam.

    Govt Launches 10 New AMRIT Pharmacies on Programme’s 10th Anniversary

    New Delhi: The Union government on Saturday launched 10 new AMRIT (Affordable Medicines and Reliable Implants for Treatment) pharmacies to increase access to affordable medicines and strengthen healthcare in the country. Union Health Minister JP Nadda launched the pharmacies at an event held in the national capital to mark the 10th anniversary of the programme..

    Online Gaming Bill Grants Search and Arrest Powers to Curb Real-Money Platform

    New Delhi: The Union government has introduced in Lok Sabha a draft measure, the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill 2025, aimed at banning online real-money gaming (RMG) platforms. The proposal would grant central authorities the authority to search premises and arrest individuals without a warrant if they are suspected of offences under the.

    Govt denies rumors to block X handles of international media channels

    New Delhi: The Union Government on Tuesday denied issuing any fresh order to block the X handles of certain international news networks. “The Government has not issued any fresh blocking order on 3rd July, 2025 and has no intention to block any prominent international news channels including Reuters and Reuters World. The moment Reuters and.

    K’taka HC asks Centre to file objection on Ranya Rao’s petition challenging COFEPOSA Act

    Bengaluru, May 13: The Karnataka High Court on Tuesday directed the Union government to file its objections within two weeks in connection with the petition filed by jailed actress Ranya RaoUnion government , challenging the invocation of the COFEPOSA Act against her in the gold smuggling case. The Conservation of Foreign Exchange and Prevention of Smuggling.

    September 23 will be marked as new National Ayurveda Day

    New Delhi, May 13: The Union government on Tuesday designated September 23 as Ayurveda Day, marking a significant shift from the earlier practice of observing Ayurveda Day on Dhanteras. The change was notified through a Gazette Notification dated March 23, the Ministry of Ayush said. Calling the decision to change the date a “landmark”, the.

    Union govt notified CAA Rules one month before LS polls to polarise voters: Congress’ Jairam Ramesh

    Congress General Secretary in Charge of Communications Jairam Ramesh said on Thursday that the Union Government notified the rules of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) just one month before the 2024 Lok Sabha election to polarise the voters.