The Kerala High Court has upheld the state government’s 2019 ban on single-use plastic (SUP) items. The court, led by Justice Viju Abraham, dismissed petitions from trade bodies and reaffirmed the state’s authority under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. The ban, effective since January 1, 2020, covers plastic carry bags, sheets, disposable cutlery, cling film, Read More…
New Delhi: In a significant move reflecting ongoing regional tensions, India has extended its ban on Pakistani aircraft from entering Indian airspace until August 23, 2025, as announced by Union Minister of State for Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol. Originally imposed on April 30, the ban prohibits all Pakistani-registered aircraft, including those owned, operated, or leased Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: In a significant move to prioritize student well-being, the Kerala government has officially banned summer classes in all government-owned schools. The education department has issued a formal notification enforcing this decision. The initiative aims to reduce academic pressure on students during their vacation while also lightening the workload of teachers. Although summer classes were Read More…
Former U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed ban on birthright citizenship, set to take effect from February 20, has created ripples among Indian immigrants in the United States. The policy change could significantly impact immigration patterns, with experts predicting a sharp increase in the demand for EB-5 investor visas as an alternative route for securing U.S. Read More…
TikTok’s CEO, Shou Zi Chew, has announced plans to appeal a U.S. federal appeals court ruling that upheld a law requiring its parent company, ByteDance, to sell the popular video app in the U.S. by January 19, 2025. The ruling, which is part of a broader effort to address national security concerns, threatens to ban Read More…
In a move to curb distractions, the Kerala High Court has imposed a ban on the use of social media by its employees during office hours, including lunch breaks. The decision comes after an assessment revealed that activities such as playing online games, browsing social media, watching movies, and engaging in online trading were affecting Read More…
New Delhi: In a significant move to curb pollution, the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) has announced a complete ban on the bursting, manufacturing, storage, and sale of firecrackers in the city ahead of Diwali. This includes a strict prohibition on the sale and delivery of firecrackers through online platforms. The decision is part of Read More…