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UNODC’s Global Study on Homicide Report 2023

December 21, 2023

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has revealed that disputes over property, land, or access to water were responsible for nearly 16.8% of murder cases recorded in India from 2019 to 2021. This statistic indicates that approximately ..

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Assam Government Unveils ‘Ten Cities Development Concept’ for Rapid Urban Growth

December 20, 2023

In a strategic move towards planned and rapid urban development, the Assam government has initiated the ‘Ten Cities Development Concept’ (Doh Shaher, Ek Rupayan). A crucial meeting held at Urban Development Minister Ashok Singhal’s office outlined the implementation of this ..

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Parliamentary Committee Raises Concerns Over Lumpy Skin Disease Data

December 20, 2023

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, and Food Processing has expressed doubts regarding the accuracy of data on cattle deaths due to Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD). The committee noted a gap or mismatch between the figures provided by ..

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Parliament Advances Key Tax-Related Bills

December 20, 2023

The Lok Sabha recently approved two vital indirect tax-related bills, addressing various aspects of the tax framework. The Central Goods and Services Tax (Second Amendment) Bill, 2023, and the Provisional Collection of Taxes Bill, 2023, each serve distinct purposes in ..

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The National Capital Territory of Delhi Laws (Special Provisions) Second (Amendment) Bill, 2023

December 20, 2023

The Parliament recently approved the National Capital Territory of Delhi Laws (Special Provisions) Second (Amendment) Act, 2023, extending the protection for unauthorised constructions for an additional three years. This move aims to shield structures in slums, farmhouses, and other colonies ..

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Indian Forest and Wood Certification Scheme

December 20, 2023

Amidst growing global concerns about deforestation and the illicit trade in timber, the Indian government has introduced its own national forest certification scheme. This initiative, known as the Indian Forest and Wood Certification Scheme (IFWCS), aims to validate entities committed ..

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