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India condemns demolition of Vishnu statue by Thailand in disputed Cambodia border zone, says such disrespectful acts should not take place

OpIndia Staff -
Amid the ongoing escalated tensions between Thailand and Cambodia, a large statue of Lord Vishnu was demolished by Thai authorities in a contested border...
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Union Govt imposes complete ban on issue of new mining leases in Aravallis, reiterates commitment to long-term protection of the ecosystem as a continuous...

OpIndia Staff -
The Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) has issued a directive imposing a complete ban on granting any new mining leases...
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Rajasthan: Education Department warns of action if schools force children to dress up as Santa Claus on Christmas

OpIndia Staff -
The Sri Ganganagar education department has directed government and private schools not to force students to dress as Santa Claus on Christmas. The move aims to respect cultural sensitivities and prevent pressure on children, with action promised against violators.
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Union Cabinet approves major expansion of Delhi Metro, three corridors including Central Vista link to be added under phase V(A)

OpIndia Staff -
The new Delhi Metro corridor comprises RK Ashram Marg to Indraprastha, Aerocity to IGD Airport T-1 and Tughlakabad to Kalindi Kunj.
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As India and New Zealand finalise a Free Trade Agreement, read how it will benefit Indian farmers, labour-intensive industries and students

Aditi -
The trade pact is expected significantly boost the two global economies. The key focus of the deal is job creation for both countries. Under the deal, New Zealand would provide zero-duty access to 100% Indian exports.
Government and Policy

Assam: BJP govt invokes Immigrants Act of 1950, orders deportation of 2 Bangladeshis from India within 24 hours

OpIndia Staff -
Assam ramps up use of the 1950 Immigrants (Expulsion from Assam) Act, issuing 24-hour exit orders to two women in Biswanath and 15 in Nagaon. Detained at Matia camp, deportations target Bangladesh border amid CM Sarma's drive. First used in Sonitpur.
Government and Policy

Uttarakhand: CM Pushkar Dhami makes it mandatory to recite Bhagavad Gita verses in schools

OpIndia Staff -
The idea is to help kids connect with Indian culture, pick up strong moral values, and get a better grip on life's philosophy, all for their all-around growth.
Government and Policy

From 1st April 2026, Income Tax officials will be able to read your emails and WhatsApp chats? Not really. Know what the new rules...

Divyansh Tiwari -
Section 247 of the Income Tax Act, 2025 modernises tax enforcement for the digital era without enabling mass surveillance or diluting constitutional privacy safeguards.
News Reports

Over 300 crores spent, 37,403 ponds built: Read exclusive details about how CM Yogi Adityanath is transforming Uttar Pradesh with this targeted scheme

Anurag -
RTI data accessed by OpIndia shows Bundelkhand districts remained top beneficiaries throughout implementation, with Jhansi leading pond creation. The scheme operates under RKVY funding, uses DBT for grants, and mandates functional micro irrigation systems.
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India-New Zealand finalise Free Trade Agreement, PM Modi and PM Luxon seal the deal over phone call after months of bilateral discussions

OpIndia Staff -
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephone conversation with the Prime Minister of New Zealand Christopher Luxon, today on Monday, 22 December. The two...
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