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35 civil society groups oppose Maharashtra’s proposed anti-conversion law, warn of threat to women’s autonomy and constitutional freedoms
Coalition, which also included CJP who is the lead petitioner on challenge to anti-conversion laws in SC, demands draft bill be made public, calls for consultations and legislative scrutiny; says existing criminal law already addresses coercion
Political blame game continues as Covid-19 infections rise making India 3rd worst hit country
India has now reported 1,26,789 new Covid-19 cases in 24 hours, another unfortunate milestone has been set and the second wave of infection continues to gain speed
Employees to strengthen farmers’ protests during wheat harvest time
Farmer unions warn the Centre against reversing any commitment made to farmers on Draft Electricity Amendment Bill
Union Health Minister blames states, citizens for Covid surge
Dr Harshvardhan, has lashed out at Government of Maharashtra, and blamed citizens for the rise in cases, but makes no mention of crowds at election rallies, Kumbh Mela
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Around 55,000 cases detected in Maharashtra, 9,921 in Chhattisgarh, over 5000 cases each in Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh and Delhi
Maharashtra: How are small businesses surviving new lockdown restrictions?
Retail traders and street vendors alike swear by their safety precautions, yet both struggle to keep afloat following stricter Covid-19 guidelines
On what basis has GN Saibaba been sacked from DU?
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Activists request meeting with CM Thackeray to discuss new Covid-19 guidelines
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An investigation by the Indian Express into NSA cases in the state in the past two years reveals misuse of the law at the law enforcement and lower courts level
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