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Driver Licence Rules May Shift Gears: Behaviour-Based Penalty System, Insurance Link, and Reduced Paperwork in the Works
The Union government is considering a comprehensive overhaul of India’s driver licence and vehicle-related services, with a focus on improving road safety, reducing procedural hurdles, and making the system more citizen-friendly. Among the key proposals under discussion are the introduction of a behaviour-based point system for traffic violations, linking penalty points to insurance premiums, the elimination
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Quick-Commerce Platforms to Drop ‘10-Minute Delivery’ Branding After Labour Ministry Intervention
Following discussions led by Union Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, major quick-commerce platforms in India have agreed to remove standard “10-minute delivery” promises to customers, marking a shift in response to rising concerns over gig worker safety and welfare. The move comes after a series of strikes by delivery workers on Christmas and New Year’s Eve 2025, protesting unsafe delivery
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Indian Army Chief Rejects China’s Claims Over Shaksgam Valley, Reiterates Strategic Vigilance
On the eve of the 78th Army Day, Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi reaffirmed India’s firm stance on the Shaksgam Valley, rejecting recent Chinese claims over the strategically sensitive region. Speaking at his customary press conference on Tuesday, Dwivedi underscored that India does not recognize the China-Pakistan Boundary Agreement of 1963, under which Pakistan illegally ceded 5,180 sq km
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Jaishankar, Rubio Discuss Trade, Defence, and Critical Minerals Amid India-US Tensions
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a detailed phone conversation on Tuesday to discuss trade, defence, nuclear cooperation, energy, and critical minerals, marking a significant engagement amid months of strained India-US relations. The call comes at a time when bilateral ties have faced challenges not seen in over two decades, primarily due to
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Supreme Court Condemns Corruption in Courts, Upholds Allahabad High Court’s Eviction Reversal
The Supreme Court of India on Tuesday delivered a stern warning against corruption within the judiciary, emphasizing that “temples of justice cannot be allowed to become fertile ground of corrupt activities.” The apex court was hearing a challenge to an Allahabad High Court order that had restored possession of a house to a woman and her three minor children following a
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EAM Jaishankar Outlines India’s Priorities as Brics Chair for 2026
India, as the chair of Brics in 2026, has positioned itself to steer the ten-nation grouping toward a more inclusive, people-centric, and results-oriented agenda, focusing on resilience, innovation, cooperation, and sustainability. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar outlined these priorities on Tuesday while unveiling the official logo, theme, and website for Brics 2026, emphasizing that the grouping must serve as a constructive platform
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CBI Officials Raise Concerns Over Section 17A of PC Act, Say It Aids Wrongdoers
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has expressed concerns over Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption (PC) Act, arguing that while prior approval requirements have not impeded investigations in high-profile cases, the 2018 amendment has removed the element of surprise, potentially allowing public servants under investigation to destroy evidence or influence witnesses before probes even begin. The comments
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BJP Gears Up for 2027 Elections, Plans Major Organisational Rejig
With the 2027 assembly elections in several key states looming, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has begun a comprehensive organisational restructuring, aimed at bolstering its electoral machinery and refining its campaign strategies. Party insiders indicate that the process will officially gain momentum once the new national president is elected, which is expected next week. This reshuffle comes against the backdrop
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Strengthening Critical Mineral Supply Chains Key for India’s Electronics Sector, Says Ashwini Vaishnaw
In a move highlighting India’s growing strategic and technological engagement with global partners, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw participated in a high-level multinational meeting in Washington, D.C., on Monday to discuss the strengthening of critical minerals supply chains. The meeting brought together finance ministers and senior officials from ten countries, including representatives from the G7 nations, Mexico, and the European Union,
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NEET-PG 2025 Cut-off for Reserved Candidates Reduced to Zero for Third Counselling Round, Sparks Debate
In a move that has generated considerable debate within India’s medical community, the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) announced on Tuesday that the qualifying percentile for candidates in reserved categories for the NEET-PG 2025 examination has been reduced to zero for the third round of counselling. This unprecedented decision effectively allows candidates from Scheduled Castes (SC),
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