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First-ever: Centre to launch nationwide campaign 'Reform Utsav' from October 2 to mark reform-oriented governance

The Centre is set to launch 'Reform Utsav' on October 2 to celebrate transformative governance initiatives. Various ministries will organize a series of events highlighting welfare-focused reforms and citizen-centric service delivery. The initiative will include interactive sessions with beneficiaries sharing their positive experiences with government schemes. Meetings are being organized…

The Economic Times · Sep 25

MHA writes to states, UTs to focus on 'counter trafficking in person' enforcing 'Naveen Nayay Sanhita'

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has written to all the states and the Union Territories (UTs) to focus on "counter trafficking in persons" by integrating the Naveen Nyaya Sanhita (three new criminal laws) and using technology, as well as the essential role of state leadership and ownership to curb…

The Economic Times · Sep 24

Governor writes to Karnataka CM, wants Vande Mataram truncation order reconsidered

Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot urged Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar to revoke a September 8 order limiting Vande Mataram to two stanzas at official events. Gehlot stated that the truncated version conflicts with Ministry of Home Affairs guidelines and the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Act, 2026. Warning of…

The Economic Times · Sep 22

Ladakh Apex Body warns of bigger agitation ahead of talks with MHA on September 9

The Leh Apex Body (LAB) has warned of intensified agitation if the September 9 meeting with the Ministry of Home Affairs fails to bring concrete progress on Ladakh’s key demands, including legislative safeguards, withdrawal of cases linked to last year’s violence and compensation for victims. The proposed Kargil-Leh padyatra has…

The Economic Times · Sep 5

LJP (RV) Arun Bharti submits memorandum to Delhi Police Commissioner over threat of 'terrorist attack' to Chirag Paswan

Union Minister Chirag Paswan received a threatening letter warning of a terrorist attack. The Lok Janshakti Party has formally requested a thorough investigation into this serious matter. Party leaders met with Delhi Police and the Ministry of Home Affairs officials. They conveyed their deep concerns and sought robust security arrangements…

The Economic Times · Sep 4

Pakistani brides from Sindh reach India for weddings through transit routes after Operation Sindoor visa restrictions ease

At least 150 Pakistani Sindhi women have travelled to India for their weddings after receiving visas despite restrictions following Operation Sindoor. With the Wagah-Attari route shut, the brides and their families entered through air transit routes, while around 300 more await visas.

The Economic Times · Aug 24

President approves Gallantry Medal for former cop who killed 2 dacoits in 2003

In a significant update, the Centre has informed the Supreme Court about the President's Medal granted to Vivek Singh Chouhan, honoring his extraordinary courage in a 2003 anti-dacoity mission. The Supreme Court had shown concern over the award's postponement. Following the President’s sanction, the Ministry of Home Affairs will cease…

The Economic Times · Aug 21

Census 2027: Centre notifies 40 questions for Census population enumeration phase, read full list of questions here

The Ministry of Home Affairs has notified forty questions for the Census of India 2027. These questions will be asked by Census officers for household information collection. The first phase covered houselisting and housing details in January. The second phase in February 2027 will collect demographic and socio-economic data. This…

The Economic Times · Aug 14

Independence Day 2026: 10 Har Ghar Tiranga rules you must know before displaying the national flag

Independence Day 2026 Har Ghar Tiranga Rules: India prepares for Independence Day 2026 celebrations with flag display rules. The Flag Code of India and related acts govern national flag usage. Members of the public can display the Tricolour at home on any day. The National Flag must always be treated…

The Economic Times · Aug 12

Centre approves Rs 6,839 cr VVP-II for 1,954 border villages till FY29

The Central Government has approved Vibrant Villages Programme-II with a Rs 6,839 crore outlay. This initiative will focus on the comprehensive development of 1,954 select border villages. The programme covers villages across seventeen states and union territories. A High-Powered Committee will facilitate the effective implementation of this new programme. This…

The Economic Times · Aug 12