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Government approves ₹4,371 crore VISTAR scheme to modernize India's statistical system

Cabinet Approves ₹4,371 Crore VISTAR Scheme to Modernize India's Statistical System

The five-year VISTAR initiative will expand national surveys from 43 to 59, introduce AI-powered data analysis, conduct the Eighth Economic Census and strengthen state-level statistical systems.

Ladakh administration notice to Sonam Wangchuk's HIAL Desert Flower School in Phyang.

Ladakh Administration Asks Sonam Wangchuk's School to Halt Classes Amid Land Dispute

The notice to HIAL's Desert Flower School comes as its land allotment case remains pending before the High Court, raising concerns about the education of enrolled children.

 Supreme Court hearing on facial recognition technology and surveillance of protesters in Delhi.

Supreme Court Seeks Centre’s Response on Facial Recognition of Protesters in Delhi

A petition has raised concerns over police use of face-scanning technology at protest sites, bringing citizens' privacy and the right to peaceful demonstration into focus.

Smog and rising air pollution in Delhi ahead of Diwali 2026

GRAP Stage II Kicks In as Delhi's AQI Worsens

With the Air Quality Index reaching 350, Delhi faces another pollution challenge just days before Diwali. Authorities have tightened restrictions, while the Supreme Court has allowed the limited use of certified green crackers on November 7 and 8.

Bengaluru residents collect drinking water from a tanker.

Bengaluru Water Crisis: Poor Families Spend ₹3,000 Monthly on Drinking Water, Survey Flags

A preliminary household survey by the Water Satyagraha campaign highlights the financial burden of private water tankers, while raising concerns over a projected 600 MLD supply gap, groundwater depletion and untreated sewage.

Indian Navy warship involved in the rescue operation off Somalia.

Indian Navy Rescues 20 Crew from Hijacked Iranian Vessel off Somalia

The operation involved an Indian Navy warship, maritime surveillance aircraft, Marine Commandos and an Indian Air Force C-17 aircraft. The rescue comes amid renewed concerns over Somali piracy and threats to commercial shipping routes.

Delhi High Court building.

Delhi HC Declines Action Against ACP Over Alleged Threats to Lawyers

The court asks advocates to file a formal petition over alleged threatening remarks during a police protest. The development comes hours after the Ministry of Home Affairs suspended the ACP following a demonstration outside Delhi Police Headquarters.

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