Noida International Airport Inauguration Highlights Development Politics, Land Valuation and Fragmented Identities in Western Uttar Pradesh

MahaRERA Strikes Down Builder's Unilateral Cancellation Clause, Orders Interest from Oct 2023 Under RERA Act

MahaRERA has declared illegal a contractual clause that allowed a builder to unilaterally cancel a flat allotment via Power of Attorney, reinforcing statutory safeguards under the RERA Act. The developer was ordered to pay interest for delayed possession from October 1, 2023. This ruling is a key example of regulatory protection for homebuyers and a must-know for exams covering RERA, consumer rights, and state-level governance.

Maharashtra FDA Permanently Cancels License of Pune Pharma Firm Over GMP Violations & 6 NSQ Medicines

The Maharashtra FDA has permanently cancelled the Ayurvedic medicine manufacturing license of InduCare Pharma Pvt. Ltd. after finding six medicines contaminated with fungi, insects, and larvae, alongside severe GMP violations. This action highlights the regulatory crackdown under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940, a key area for health governance and prelims questions on drug quality standards.

Andhra Pradesh G.O. Rt. No. 1065 Enforces 33.33% BC Reservation in 100 ULBs for Elections

Andhra Pradesh has issued Government Order Rt. No. 1065 implementing 33.33% reservation for Backward Classes in elections to 100 out of 123 Urban Local Bodies (ULBs). The move fulfills an NDA poll promise and is linked to the 16th Finance Commission's operational guidelines, which require duly constituted ULBs for grant eligibility. The decision triggers election preparations and has constitutional backing under Articles 243-U, 243-K, and 243-ZA.

CCPA Fines E-Commerce Platform Rs 5 Lakh for Sale of Sub-Standard Toys Violating BIS QCO

The CCPA has penalized an e-commerce platform Rs 5 lakh for allowing the sale of toys that failed BIS quality standards under the Toys Quality Control Order (QCO) 2020. The regulator held the platform liable for its active role in the sale process, rejecting its defense as a mere intermediary, reinforcing strict consumer protection accountability for e-commerce entities.

Allahabad HC Quashes NSA Detention of 25-Year-Old DU Graduate in Noida Workers' Protest

The Allahabad High Court quashed the NSA detention of a 25-year-old Delhi University graduate in connection with the Noida workers' protest. This ruling underscores judicial scrutiny of preventive detention laws and the necessity of sufficient grounds. For exam aspirants, it is a key example of judicial review under Article 226 and the limits of the National Security Act.

VB-GRAM G Act Replaces MGNREGA: 68% Drop in Employment, SC Flags Right to Work

The Union government replaced MGNREGA with the VB-GRAM G Act in December 2025, leading to a 68% fall in rural employment. The Supreme Court has raised the question whether the 'Right to Work' should be treated as a fundamental right under Article 21. This news is critical for understanding the constitutional status of socio-economic rights, the doctrine of non-retrogression, and the fiscal federalism debate around Centrally Sponsored Schemes.

Allahabad HC Upholds Mandatory Govt Service Bond for Subsidised PG Medical Education

The Allahabad High Court has ruled that doctors who pursue subsidised PG medical education cannot evade the mandatory two-year government service bond, even if there is administrative delay in providing posting. The court held that the bond ensures availability of doctors in government hospitals and protects patients' right to life under Article 21.

SC Proposes Exempting Current Class 6 from Three-Language Policy; Centre Seeks More Time

The Supreme Court has proposed exempting the current Class 6 batch from the mandatory three-language policy, suggesting implementation from January 1, 2027. The Centre has sought more time to decide, while the court has asked for details on teacher availability and infrastructure.