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Cabinet approves Bill to raise SC Judges strength to 37 to tackle pendency

New Delhi, May 5 (UNI) The union Cabinet today approved a proposal to introduce the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026 in Parliament to increase the sanctioned strength of judges in the Supreme Court of India by four, from the present 33 to 37 (excluding the Chief Justice of India), Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said after the meeting.

Briefing reporters here, Vaishnaw said the move is aimed at enhancing the efficiency of the apex court and ensuring quicker delivery of justice. “The increase in the number of judges will enable the Supreme Court to function more efficiently and effectively, helping in reducing pendency and ensuring speedy justice,” he said.
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Protecting environment also true service to the nation: Solanki

06 Jun 2026 | 12:34 AM

New Delhi, Jun 5 (UNI) Palam 360 Khap chief Surender Solanki on Friday planted a sapling in the loving memory of his father, also the former Khap Pradhan Ramkaran Solanki on the occasion of World Environment Day, stating that doing something for the future generations by contributing towards conserving the environment is also true service to the nation.

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Bharatiya Shiksha Board's vision is to create global well-rounded individuals rooted in Indian ethos: Dr NP Singh

05 Jun 2026 | 11:43 PM

Agraj Pratap Singh
New Delhi, Jun 5 (UNI) For too long, since the Education Act had come into picture back in 1835, students of Bharat have been made to learn about the country’s contribution to mathematics, life sciences, philosophy and other subjects, just as footnotes, reducing the Indian traditional education system to merely create job seekers and individuals who were dependent.

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Congress targets Centre over SEBI findings against Rajesh Exports

05 Jun 2026 | 11:05 PM

‎New Delhi, Jun 5 (UNI): ‎The Congress on Friday launched a sharp attack on the Narendra Modi government over SEBI’s interim findings against Rajesh Exports, calling the case evidence of the BJP’s “crony capitalist model” and raising questions on regulatory oversight.

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CBSE Portal targeted in coordinated cyber attacks; FIR registered, probe underway

05 Jun 2026 | 10:22 PM

New Delhi, June 5 (UNI) The IFSO Unit of the Delhi Police has registered a case and launched an investigation following a complaint by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) regarding coordinated cyber attacks on its official portal.

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Govt to take strict action in case of illegal constructions & violations of norms: Delhi CM

05 Jun 2026 | 10:16 PM

New Delhi, Jun 5 (UNI) In the wake of two successive tragedies in South Delhi involving illegal constructions and bypassing safety bye-laws, the Rekha Gupta government has decided to implement provisions of the DDMA Act, 2005, under which owners of residential or commercial establishments found guilty of violations are likely to face imprisonment of up to one year along with fines.

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