Government to revisit Malimath report on criminal justice system
A 2003 report of a Committee on reforms in the criminal justice system that recommended admissibility of confessions made before a police officer as evidence in a court of law is being revisited by the Centre.
Operation Digital Board in the offing
The Central Advisory Board of Education (CABE) passed a resolution to take steps towards Operation Digital Board on the lines of Operation Blackboard of 1987 which was started with the purpose of providing minimum basic facilities to all primary schools.
Face recognition option soon for Aadhaar
The Unique Identification Authority of India has decided to enable Face Authentication by July 1 this year for validating Aadhaar cards.
Doorstep delivery scheme gets L-G’s nod
An ambitious programme aimed at doorstep delivery of public services has been cleared by Lieutenant-Governor of Delhi.
IB background checks mandatory for regulatory body heads: Government
Background checks by the Intelligence Bureau has been made mandatory for candidates shortlisted to fill posts of heads of various regulatory bodies and tribunals, according to a recent order from the government.
Film units under I&B Ministry to be merged
The Information and Broadcasting (I&B) ministry plans to merge its various film units, a move aimed at realigning its resources to enhance efficiency, an official said.
Historians oppose Monuments Bill
Historians and archaeologists have expressed concern over amendments proposed to the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act (1958).
CABE meeting: NCPCR proposes committee to study impact of exemptions to minority schools under RTE Act
The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) is likely to flag the exemptions enjoyed by minority schools under the Right to Education (RTE) Act.
Odisha seeks GI tag for Kandhamal turmeric
The Odisha government has applied for a GI tag on KandhamalHaladi (turmeric variety).
Press conference by 4 dissenting judges of SC
Four senior judges of the Supreme Court held a press conference and publicly accused Chief Justice of India Dipak Misra of selectively assigning cases to judges of his choice without any rational basis.