Indian government updates
DA Hike: Central Government Increases Dearness Allowance by 2% to 60%
The Union Cabinet has officially approved a 2% increase in the Dearness Allowance for central government employees. This revision, effective from January 1, 2026, will also raise Dearness Relief for pensioners.
Prime Minister Modi apologized to women over the reservation bill
In a televised address to the nation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed regret over the failure to pass the Women’s Reservation Bill, blaming the opposition's "selfish politics" for stalling progress for the country's women.
Russian Oil Sanctions Relief: US Grants Temporary Import Waiver for India
The United States Treasury Department has issued a surprise license allowing the purchase of Russian oil loaded onto vessels by Friday, extending the deadline for global importers until May 16, 2026.
Women’s Reservation Bill Defeated in Lok Sabha: A Major Setback for NDA Govt
The Modi government faced a significant legislative defeat as the 131st Constitution Amendment Bill failed to secure the necessary two-thirds majority, leaving the future of women's quotas in political uncertainty.
Supreme Court: Religious freedom determination cannot be case-by-case, SC told
Senior advocate Rajeev Dhavan argues before a nine-judge Constitution Bench that the judiciary must establish concrete constitutional principles to interpret essential religious practices, moving beyond individual case-by-case adjudication.
UCC is a constitutional ambition, not a religious issue, says CJI Surya Kant
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has clarified that the Uniform Civil Code is a fundamental constitutional goal aimed at national integration and gender justice, asserting that it remains entirely independent of any religious framework.
Chhattisgarh Power Plant Explosion: 9 Feared Dead in Vedanta Unit Blast
Vedanta Plant Blast Sakti: At least nine workers are feared dead and several others critically injured following a major boiler explosion at Vedanta Limited’s thermal power plant in Sakti district during operational hours on Tuesday.
Chambal Sand Mining: Supreme Court slams officials over bridge collapse risk
MP Rajasthan sand mafia: The Supreme Court of India pulled up authorities in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan for failing to curb illegal sand mining in the Chambal sanctuary, questioning the state’s existence amid threats to public safety.
Caste Census India: Jairam Ramesh accuses Modi government of misleading India
Caste Census India: The Congress General Secretary shared a detailed timeline of the Centre’s shifting stance, alleging that the Prime Minister intends to stall the caste-based enumeration despite recent promises of a digital survey.
Womens Reservation Bill: Government Extends Budget Session to Clear Path for 2029
Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam: In a decisive move, the Union Government has extended the Parliament’s Budget Session by three days to fast-track the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam amendment, aiming to secure 33 percent legislative reservation for women.
