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India to Roll Out Better-Quality Rice for Public Distribution

The Indian government has approved a significant reform to improve rice quality in the Public Distribution System under the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY) and other welfare schemes. For the first time in nearly 30 years, the permissible broken grain content has been drastically reduced to 10% for raw rice and 5% for parboiled rice. The plan also includes QR-code tagging for enhanced transparency and revamped operational efficiencies, projected to save approximately ₹2,161 crore annually.

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Government Defers Karnataka Reservation Act Proposal in Ninth Schedule

The Central Government has decided to defer the inclusion of the Karnataka Reservation Act, 2022 in the Ninth Schedule of the Constitution due to ongoing court proceedings. This act, which provides significant reservation for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Other Backward Classes, is currently under judicial review in the High

Government Boosts Digital Transformation of Judiciary Under eCourts Phase III

The Government of India has initiated eCourts Phase-III to digitize and modernize the judicial system, aiming to significantly reduce case pendency and improve court efficiency. With an investment of Rs. 7,210 crore from 2023 to 2027, the project focuses on implementing digital, paperless court environments and integrating advanced technologies.

Ministry of Law and Justice Enhances Judicial Infrastructure in Karnataka and Himachal Pradesh

The Central Government has strengthened the judicial infrastructure in Karnataka and Himachal Pradesh by implementing the Centrally Sponsored Court Infrastructure Scheme (CSS), which has been in place since 1993-94. This scheme has provided funds for court halls, residential units for judicial officers, and digital infrastructure, contributing significantly to the development

Government Enhances Digital Justice in Odisha

The Ministry of Law and Justice has reinforced digital justice and legal aid infrastructure in Odisha through the eCourts and Tele-Law initiatives, providing significant funding and resources for improved legal access and services across the state. Source: Original Link

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Government Defers Karnataka Reservation Act Proposal in Ninth Schedule

Government Boosts Digital Transformation of Judiciary Under eCourts Phase III

Ministry of Law and Justice Enhances Judicial Infrastructure in Karnataka and Himachal Pradesh

Government Enhances Digital Justice in Odisha