Must act now to implement women quota before 2029 polls, Rijiju tells Kharge
New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) Countering Congress' allegation that the government is "hurrying" the implementation of the Women's Reservation (Amendment) Bill, Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju said on Sunday that not acting now may make the quota's implementation by 2029 general elections difficult.
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Odisha: RDE cracks down on colleges over ICC compliance, issues 7-day deadline
Bhubaneswar, April 12 (IANS) The Regional Directorate of Education (RDE), Bhubaneswar, has directed all government, aided, unaided, and professional colleges under its jurisdiction to constitute Internal Complaints Committees (ICCs) with…
NCST chief asks tribal youth to join nation-building
New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) Emphasising the critical role of youth in shaping the future of tribal communities, National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) Chairman Antar Singh Arya asked tribal youth to actively engage in…
Revamped, digitally equipped bus stations in UP will enhance passenger safety: Minister
Lucknow, April 12 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Transport Minister Dayashankar Singh said on Sunday that revamped and digitally equipped bus stations in the state will enhance passenger safety.His reaction followed after the State Cabinet approved a…
BRS leader KTR plans padyatra across Telangana to reconnect with people
Hyderabad, April 12 (IANS) BRS working president K. T. Rama Rao plans to undertake a statewide padayatra in Telangana next year to focus on public issues, as part of efforts to reconnect with the people and strengthen the party…
Assam: AJP candidate Kunki Chowdhury appears before police in poll code violation case
Guwahati, April 12 (IANS) Assam Jatiya Parishad (AJP) leader and candidate Kunki Chowdhury appeared before Panbazar Police Station in Guwahati on Sunday in connection with a case related to alleged violation of the Model Code of Conduct…
Assam CM backs Women’s Reservation Bill, calls it a milestone for gender equality
Guwahati, April 12 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday hailed the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam as a transformative step towards achieving gender equality in India, asserting that enhanced representation of women in…
Territorial Army, Assam Rifles inspire NCC cadets with advanced drone technology in Mizoram
Aizawl, April 12 (IANS) In a significant initiative aimed at inspiring and educating the next generation of leaders, the Territorial Army, in collaboration with a drone lab, conducted an engaging lecture-cum-demonstration for young NCC…
NHRC member Priyank Kanoongo flags FIR against citizens, child trafficking concerns
New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) member Priyank Kanoongo on Sunday raised serious concerns over multiple issues, including the filing of an FIR against social media users, an alleged minor's marriage, and…
Myanmar’s new President: Is this shift towards civilian-led democracy or mere hogwash?
New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) The elevation of General Min Aung Hlaing, former chief of the Myanmar junta, as the country’s new President has ignited a debate over the country’s shifting priorities. Political watchers are discussing at length…