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From safeguard to weapon: The slow and steady evolution of FCRA

The journey of India’s Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), from a law meant to shield domestic politics from foreign influence to one being weaponised to reprimand civil society, reveals a striking truth about India today.

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Official Vande Mataram Protocol: 6 Stanzas, 3 Min 10 Sec, Must Be Sung Before National Anthem

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued a detailed and first-of-its-kind protocol for the rendition of Vande Mataram, India’s National Song, setting clear rules on how, when, and in what order it should be sung at official functions and public events across the country. According to the official…

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HC raps MHA for ‘distorted’ paperwork in Reuters journalist’s OCI case

Hearing the case of Reuters journalist Raphael Satter, whose Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card was revoked in December 2023, the Delhi High Court reportedly pulled up the Ministry of Home Affairs’ counsel for inadequate paperwork. According to Bar and Bench, the judge said, “Your officers have completely distorted it.”

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The Constitution we celebrate isn’t the one we live under

“Constitutional morality is not a natural sentiment. It has to be cultivated. We must realise that our people have yet to learn it. Democracy in India is only a top-dressing on an Indian soil which is essentially undemocratic.”

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Singapore Approves Mandatory Caning for Scammers — Here's the Full List of Offences Punishable by the Cane

Singapore passes law imposing caning for scammers and syndicate recruiters — six to 24 strokes — as fraud cases surge to 60% of total crime.

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Govt ‘idiotically misinterpreted’ organisation’s reply: Sonam Wangchuk’s wife on FCRA license cancellation

While cancelling the FCRA licence of an organisation founded by Ladakh-based climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs on September 25 said that the Students’ Educational and Cultural Movement of Ladakh (Secmol) received foreign funds to study the national sovereignty against the “national interest” and in violation…

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Is Housing 'Out of Reach' for More Than Half of Workers?

Plus: Single-stair reform in Nashville, an inclusionary zoning lawsuit in Seattle, and a zoning-created full-service Popeyes in Illinois.

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Seattle Property Owners Challenge Program That Charges 'Affordable Housing' Fees for Building New Homes

A new lawsuit alleges that the city's Mandatory Housing Affordability program unconstitutionally penalizes property owners just for trying to build housing.

Reason

Top 10 Support Groups for Chronic Disease Patients

Living with a chronic disease presents unique and often overwhelming challenges, extending beyond physical symptoms to emotional and social well-being. Navigating daily life with a long-term illness can feel isolating, but you are not alone. Finding the right chronic disease support network can make a profound difference in your journey.…

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All staff redundant as Scottish engineering business closes after 50 years

A SCOTTISH engineering firm has ceased trading after 50 years, with all 48 members of staff made redundant

The National (Scotland)

Plea in SC for extension of CAA 2019 date to accommodate Bangladesh Hindus; Details here...

Plea seeks direction to the Union Government to take immediate diplomatic or other steps to prevent the atrocities committed upon Hindus and other minorities in Bangladesh. Read further on Dynamite News:

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‘Betrayed by the system’: Chappell Roan sparks debate over pay and healthcare in pop

The singer castigated record labels in her Grammys speech – but, as music industry insiders explain, issues around artist health and support run even deeper

The Guardian - UK

“Labels, we got you, but do you got us?”: Universal Music cave in to Chappell Roan and launch the Music Industry Mental Health Fund

Two weeks after her Grammys call-to-action it looks like at least one major label was listening

MusicRadar

UK construction activity contracts as ‘full impact’ of Budget sets in

The latest S&P Global construction purchasing managers’ index showed a reading of 48.1 in January, down sharply from 53.3 in December.

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Sri Sarada Peetham in Andhra Pradesh granted FCRA license

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has granted Andhra Pradesh's Sri Sarada Peetham the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) license : Read full story on Dynamite News:

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Home Ministry provides certificated under FCRA to 67 associations

The Minister of Home Affairs (MHA) has granted certificates under the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) Read further on Dynamite News:

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TB Elimination Programme: States, UTs to organise exclusive campaign

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has written to all the states and the Union Territories (UTs) to organise a 100-day intensified campaign on tuberculosis (TB). Read further on Dynamite News:

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Govt amends prison manuals rules to address caste-based discimination

This reform follows the landmark Supreme Court judgment dated October 3, 2024, in the case Sukanya Shantha vs Union of India and others. Read further on Dynamite News:

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CPI (Maoist) trying to expand to new areas but with no success

The CPI (Maoist) has been making efforts to expand to new areas along inter-state borders, albeit "without any significant success. Read further on Dynamite News:

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MHA forms tribunal to review ULFA's status as an unlawful association

The tribunal will be headed by Justice Michael Zothankhuma of the Gauhati High Court, mentioning a gazette notification issued by the MHA. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Delhi HC refuses to entertain plea to declare Ram Janmbhoomi Trust a public authority

The Delhi High Court refused to entertain a petition seeking to declare the Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust as a public authority on Friday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Veteran Indian politician is actually German citizen, court rules

Telangana High Court upholds federal government’s decision to revoke Chennamaneni Ramesh’s Indian citizenship and orders him to pay fine for concealing his dual nationality

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Even after 10 years of My Hero Academia, creator Kōhei Horikoshi is already "planning to start a new manga as soon as I possibly can"

Even if he didn't want to write it's story

Cycling Weekly

Claims against bankrupt Sir Bradley Wiggins’s estate double to £2m

Wiggins’s efforts to pursue money through the courts have been paused

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116 Hilarious Memes To Send Your Therapist (New Pics)

Research suggests that social media pages dedicated to mental health memes are actually beneficial. They help people express difficult emotions in a novel and creative way, and provide much-needed social support. The post 116 Hilarious Memes To Send Your Therapist (New Pics) first appeared on Bored Panda.

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