India Archive

In an unfolding drama that has captured national attention, the central government has intensified its oversight on properties related to the Delhi Waqf Board. Based on crucial findings by a dedicated two-member committee delving into the intricacies of denotified Waqf properties, the Ministry made the weighty decision to assume direct control over an impressive 123 properties. These properties, steeped in cultural and religious significance, range from mosques and dargahs to even graveyards.

In a decision that feels ripped straight from the pages of a gripping courtroom drama, the Goa bench of the Bombay High Court has declared something that might raise more than a few eyebrows. They've pronounced that the Archbishop of Goa, Daman, and Diu stands uniquely exempt from the reaches of the Right to Information Act (RTI Act). Yes, contrary to the anticipated trajectory of the case, the court declared this significant religious figure doesn’t qualify as a 'public authority'. For proponents of transparency, this indeed serves as a cliffhanger.

In a move that might raise eyebrows in global trade markets, the Indian Government has decided to impose a hefty 40% export duty on onions. Their primary objective? To prioritize and protect domestic supplies. And while this decision is sure to be analyzed and dissected in the ever price-sensitive Indian subcontinent, the rationale behind it remains crystal clear.

Shimla, a serene town known for its picturesque landscapes, was recently shaken by an alarming revelation. The Himachal Pradesh administration has uncovered a shocking negligence — 21 out of the 23 prominent dams operating in the state have blatantly disregarded essential safety guidelines. This raises a grave concern for the thousands residing in the shadow of these colossal structures. Swift action is now on the horizon against those who've been managing these dams.

In a country that prides itself on its constitutional democracy, it's alarming and absolutely maddening to see how the SC-ST Atrocity Act, a law created for the upliftment of the oppressed, is being misused to target and persecute innocent lives. What's even more hair-raising is that this weaponization of the law isn't sparing anyone, not even children.

The nation was rocked by the shocking disclosure of the largest minority scholarship scam to date. Imagine a programme meant to uplift the minority, ironically, betraying the very trust it was built upon. A staggering 53% of the institutions involved have been found to be nothing but ghost entities - a revelation that unravels a Rs 144.83-crore scam that has been in the shadows for the past 5 years. You'd expect fiction to bring such twists, but this is the grim reality.

In an explosive revelation, Jammu & Kashmir Bank's Chief Manager, Sajad Ahmad Bazaz, was dismissed from his position. But what's the story behind it? It turns out that while serving in a respected financial institution of India, Bazaz had secret ties that no one suspected.

In an inspiring leap towards a sustainable future, India has proudly set into motion its very first hydrogen-fueled buses on the scenic roads of Ladakh. This groundbreaking initiative has been launched in Leh, by none other than the government's powerhouse, NTPC.

"Shiver runs down the spine": this sentiment echoed across the courtroom and indeed, the nation. The Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court recently delivered a verdict that was both necessary and, for many, deeply unsettling. The court upheld the conviction and the accompanying sentence for a grandfather who committed the unimaginable crime of raping his 1-year-old granddaughter.

Pon Manickavel, a respected and retired officer from the Indian Police Service (IPS) and the previous Inspector General of the Idol Wing, recently stepped into the spotlight, revealing shocking insights about the theft of a precious ancient idol. This wasn't just any idol. It hailed from the spiritually significant Kundavai Jainalayam temple in Tamil Nadu.