Unlock norms dilute power of states, DMs

Unlock norms dilute power of states, DMs

NEW DELHI: The Union government has used “unlock” guidelines over the past four month to dilute the powers of state governments and district administrations to keep them from imposing arbitrary restrictions, local lockdown and sealing of borders. The first phase of unlock directives came on May 30, after more than 65 days of lockdown, when … Read more

Unlock 4: Metro trains, political meets allowed; States to consult with Centre on local lockdowns

Unlock 4: Metro trains, political meets allowed; States to consult with Centre on local lockdowns

The Union Home Ministry on Saturday issued the Unlock 4 guidelines under which metro trains will be allowed to resume services from September 7 in a graded manner, while political, social and religious congregations of up to 100 people will be permitted from September 21. However, schools, colleges and other educational and coaching institutions will … Read more