Lok Sabha approved the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill 2026 via voice vote, despite opposition calls for wider consultations. The government stated the changes aim to ensure benefits reach genuine transgender individuals, moving away from self-perceived gender identity and introducing a medical board for certification. The bill now heads to the Rajya Sabha.
The Supreme Court has ordered the armed forces to pay full pension to hundreds of women short service commission officers whose permanent commission was unfairly denied due to arbitrary ACR assessments.
The Supreme Court mandated that UAPA cases investigated by the NIA must conclude within a year through exclusive special courts. States must identify court needs and appoint dedicated prosecutors. The Centre offers funding for these courts, aiming to expedite trials and address bail concerns. Delhi leads in pending NIA cases.
In a shift from previous trends, Other Backward Classes (OBC) candidates outperformed Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) in the 2025 Civil Service Examinations final merit list. Despite lower interview scores, OBCs’ strong performance in written exams secured them a higher overall cut-off than EWS, reversing a recent pattern.
Dayton James Webber, a quadruple amputee cornhole player, has been accused of killing Bradrick Michael Wells during an argument in Maryland. Police say he acted alone and later fled. Videos showing him firing guns have surfaced online. He is now in custody and awaiting extradition. The American Cornhole League has called the situation serious and
The Congress party is set to lose its long-standing national headquarters at 24, Akbar Road. An eviction notice has also been issued for the Indian Youth Congress office at 5, Raisina Road. Both premises must be vacated by March 28. The party intends to challenge the notices in court, citing illegality and political motivation.
Frances Tiafoe and Ayan Broomfield have been together since 2015, growing through every stage of life and tennis. While Tiafoe rises in global rankings, Broomfield has her own strong background in college and professional tennis. From big wins to personal moments, their relationship shows steady support, long-term commitment, and a journey built on trust and
Two major railway PSUs, Rail Vikas Nigam (RVNL) and Ircon International, are set to merge to create a larger entity capable of undertaking significant domestic and international projects. This strategic move aims to eliminate duplication, pool resources, and enhance the combined company’s ability to bid for mega infrastructure projects, with a combined order book exceeding
