State Government

Villagers in Kwara state have regained their freedom six months after being abducted. The state government announced this in a Facebook post, praising President Bola Tinubu and security agencies for their roles in securing the victims' release.

YSRCP chief Jagan Mohan Reddy demands the involvement of AP Markfed in tobacco procurement to facilitate competition among bidders and alleviate distress among growers. He accuses the State government of failing to ensure support prices for crops.

Himachal Pradesh is set to launch a new health insurance scheme offering ₹10 lakh coverage. Chief Minister Sukhu announced the initiative, emphasizing the state government's commitment to establishing world-class healthcare facilities to ensure advanced medical treatment is accessible within the state.

The State government reduced Kozhikode Corporation’s Plan fund from ₹132 crore to ₹23 crore, sparking a heated debate in the council. Development standing committee chairman V.P. Manoj highlighted the funding cut as a key issue.

Thirumavalavan criticizes Udhayanidhi's speech as not befitting his office, suggesting the state government would gain public goodwill by avoiding imprisonment. The Budget Session in the Assembly is set to start on August 5.

The state government has relaxed promotion norms for 319 associate professors under the Directorate of Medical Education (DME). The policy change aims to facilitate their career advancement.

The Dharwad Pratyeka Mahanagara Palike Horata Vedike has demanded the State government issue a final gazette notification for a separate Dharwad Municipal Corporation within 15 days, threatening an indefinite satyagraha if the deadline is not met.

The Kerala High Court criticized the state government for promoting DGP S. Sreejith before resolving demands for an inquiry into the appointment of two bodybuilders as Sub-Inspectors. The court's reprimand highlights concerns over procedural irregularities in the appointments.

Three tiger deaths have been reported in deep forest areas of Srisailam Reserve. The causes are under investigation, and the State government has formed a committee to determine the reasons.

APSRTC Employees’ Union submitted memorandums at 27 district Collectorates. Union leaders warned of escalating agitation if the State government and RTC management fail to resolve employee issues.

DMK accuses the State government of neglecting the Cauvery issue. Regupathy alleged Nirmalkumar insulted Opposition parties and former Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi.

All Kerala School Teachers’ Union (AKSTU) organized a protest march to the DDE office in Thiruvananthapuram, demanding the Union and State governments abandon efforts to weaken the public education sector. The demonstration was led by the district committee of the AKSTU, focusing on opposition to the PM SHRI initiative.

BJD accuses the Odisha Chief Minister of compromising the state's interests in the Mahanadi water dispute and demands the government disclose details of discussions held in New Delhi.

The Revenue Augmentation Committee held its first meeting via video conference to advise the State government on measures to increase the State's own tax and non-tax revenues.

Enugu state government suspended traditional ruler Christopher Nyia over alleged involvement in a community crisis and established a three-member panel to investigate the issue.

The Kerala Police Officers’ Association, comprising ASIs, SIs, and Inspectors, is challenging its dissolution. This follows the Kerala Police Association (KPA) securing a stay from the High Court on a state government order to restructure police associations.

The Karnataka High Court issued a notice to the State government on a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) petition seeking to declare the Mullayyanagiri Hills in Chikkamagaluru district as a 'conservation reserve' under Section 36A of the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972.

Newly employed local government workers in Cross River protested 11 months of unpaid salaries, citing severe hardship and deaths among colleagues. They urged Governor Bassey Otu to approve their payroll, with the state government promising action within two weeks.

The CPI(M) Ernakulam district secretary accused the State government and an MP of inaction regarding the FACT crisis. Hibi Eden denied the allegations, stating he had raised the issues in Parliament and sought action on a nano urea plant.

The Kerala High Court has sought the State government's response in the bail plea of an accused involved in an attack on ED officials.

The NDA government, along with State and Central governments, is providing ₹20 per kg financial assistance to FCV tobacco farmers in Andhra Pradesh, allocating ₹188 crore for the procurement of 94 million kg of the produce.

The State government is addressing a mismatch in urban-rural fund allocation by highlighting a flaw in the 16th Finance Commission’s definition of rural and urban areas in Kerala. Chief Minister Satheesan has contacted the Centre to resolve this issue.

The state government has started meetings with stakeholders regarding land acquisition for a shipyard project in Thoothukudi. The initiative aims to facilitate discussions on acquiring land for the development.

Minister Aadhav Arjuna stated that Stalin’s claims about Chief Minister Vijay’s inaction on Cauvery water and Mekedatu contradict facts. The Tamil Nadu State government affirmed its commitment to protecting farmers' livelihoods, ensuring drinking water security, and safeguarding the State’s legal rights over Cauvery waters.

Kerala's Spacepark plans to have its Common Facility Centre and Research and Development Centre operational by January 2028. The State government aims to boost Kerala's 'space economy' by promoting private satellite manufacturing and launching enterprises.

Punyam Poonkavanam has returned to Sabarimala following senior IPS officer P. Vijayan receiving a clean chit. The State government has appointed Vijayan as the Chief Police Coordinator for the upcoming Sabarimala pilgrimage season.

CPI criticizes Kerala Chief Minister over the reconstitution of the Kerala Waqf Board by including two non-Muslims, leading to a conflict between the board and the state government.

The Kerala High Court has directed the State government to provide instructions regarding the appointment of the Sabarimala Tantri.

Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar urges enterprises to direct CSR funds towards primary education. The state government will establish a dedicated team to monitor CSR projects across Karnataka.

MoJS has requested the State government to return ₹36.34 crore released under PMKSY with 7% interest, as an audit found the funds unused for 11 projects or unadjusted for 9 projects.

The Uttar Pradesh cabinet has approved a free scooty scheme aimed at improving access to higher education for college girls by selecting top 5% female graduates based on merit. The initiative is intended to enhance their self-reliance and confidence.

People's representatives and residents have raised concerns about potholes, damaged road shoulders, and congestion on Kochi metro diversion routes, including calls to widen Vennala High School Junction and remove footpath encroachments. The Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) has requested ₹7.5 crore from the State government to repair the roads and improve traffic flow.

Document writers protest at the Sub Registrar’s office in Proddatur, refusing to provide services until the end of the month, alleging the government is privatizing registration services. An YSRCP leader supports the protest, criticizing the State government for allegedly privatizing available services.

Shivamogga Deputy Commissioner Prabhulinga Kavalikatti informed officers that the State government plans to establish 10,000 Bharat Jodo Yuvaka Sanghas in the State. A meeting was held to discuss the initiative.

The High Court ruled the Kerala Vesting of Minerals Act unconstitutional, which had vested all mineral rights in the Malabar region with the State government. Landowners challenged the law, and the court determined the State legislature lacked authority to enact it.

R.P. Sisodiya, Special Chief Secretary to Government, Industries and Commerce (Handlooms and Textiles), emphasized the importance of accurate disaster prediction and close cooperation among the Centre, State government, district administration, and line departments during emergencies in a lecture on disaster preparedness and response.

Members of the Alturas Indian Rancheria in Northern California accuse tribal leaders of misusing millions in federal and state-administered funds, despite ongoing allegations of exploitation of the tribe's sovereign status.

PMK organizes a signature campaign urging the State government to notify the extent of Pallikaranai marshland. The PMK president criticized former DMK minister P.K. Sekarbabu for not fulfilling the watchdog role in real estate development.

Heavy rainfall and a cloudburst triggered a landslide in Nagaland's Mon town, killing at least eight people and injuring 15. The state government announced ex-gratia payments of ₹4 lakh for families of the deceased and ₹74,000 for each injured person.

The High Court granted interim bail to Sub-Registrar Justin Manikandan Subramanian in the Palani math fraudulent land registration case. Justice K. Rajasekar ordered him to report daily to the CB-CID for a week and cooperate in the investigation. The state government noted an ongoing probe into a larger conspiracy and his involvement in two prior similar criminal cases.