Tag: India
Karnataka court orders monitored SIT probe into KPSC recruitment claims
The Karnataka High Court has appointed an SIT led by DGP Alok Kumar to investigate alleged KPSC irregularities, with reports…
Kerala forest department proposes nine roads and a bridge for Edamalakkudy
A Kerala Forest department proposal would upgrade nine stretches to all-weather roads and build a bridge linking six Edamalakkudy settlements.
Union alleges outsourced power workers are denied equal treatment
CITU’s S. Varalakshmi alleges Karnataka’s government uses outsourced workers for permanent jobs and has withheld revised minimum wages.
India proposal would let a gram-sabha supermajority replace unanimity
A parliamentary committee proposed that consent from 70-75% of villages could suffice for large hydropower projects, prompting a Ministry of…
Keralam’s Finance Department Issues Circular on Land Acquisition Compliance
The Finance department of Keralam has mandated prompt compliance with court orders on land acquisition compensation to avoid legal complications.
Andhra Pradesh Introduces Direct Elections for Mayors and Chairpersons
The Andhra Pradesh government has issued new rules for direct elections of Mayors and chairpersons, replacing the indirect election system.
India Considers BIS Exemption for High-Tech Sector Companies
The Indian government plans to exempt high-tech companies from mandatory BIS certification, addressing concerns raised by Japanese semiconductor firms.
Telangana Mandates C&D Waste Management in Building Permissions
The Telangana government now requires a construction and demolition waste disposal certificate before issuing occupancy certificates, effective from September 2026.
Investigation into Tender Irregularities at Guntur Municipal Corporation
The Andhra Pradesh Anti-Corruption Bureau is probing tender irregularities at Guntur Municipal Corporation, affecting 156 works from 2017-2025.
Keralam Launches Digital Mechanism for Onam Markets
Keralam's Agriculture department has introduced a digital system to track procurement and sales in 2,000 Onam markets, improving efficiency and…
India Amends Foreign Trade Policy to Facilitate Rupee Payments for Exports
India's Foreign Trade Policy 2023 now allows exporters to invoice in rupees, aligning rupee payments with foreign-currency earnings for FTP…
Greater Bengaluru Authority Mandates Use of Registered Structural Engineers
The Greater Bengaluru Authority has directed builders to engage only registered structural engineers, aiming to enhance accountability in construction practices.