The Bar Council of India has approached the Delhi High Court to challenge a previous direction to process the enrolment of a South Korean national as an advocate. The BCI argued that foreign lawyers are not allowed to practice in Indian courts, and allowing the South Korean citizen’s request would set a precedent and...
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The Commission for Agricultural Costs and Price (CACP) has suggested that the Indian government review its open-ended procurement policy for wheat and rice. The CACP recommends restricting the procurement of these cereals to meet the country’s food security and welfare schemes. The report also highlights the accumulation of excessive stocks, distorted cropping patterns, and...
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Indian government has approved a 4% increase in dearness allowance and dearness relief for central government employees and pensioners. This will cost the government Rs 12,857 crore. Additionally, railway employees will receive a productivity linked bonus equivalent to 78 days’ wages. The increase in allowance follows the recommendations of the 7th Central Pay Commission....
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The Supreme Court of India has stated that it will not issue any directions to the government regarding the management of religious places. The court made this statement while hearing a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking equal rights for Hindus, Buddhists, Sikhs, and Jains in managing their places of worship. The court emphasized that...
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India is expected to become the fourth-largest global spender on travel by 2030, with travel expenditures projected to reach $410 billion. The country’s travel industry has shown a strong recovery post-pandemic, with Indian travelers expected to complete 5 billion trips annually by 2030. A report titled “How India Travels” highlights the country’s “golden age”...
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Small towns in India, such as Hayuliang in Arunachal Pradesh and Haroa in West Bengal, are contributing significantly to e-commerce sales during the festive season. Platforms like Flipkart, Amazon, and Meesho are witnessing a surge in orders from these areas. Companies are strengthening their supply chains and delivery networks to cater to the demand....
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