December 31, 2025

Malnad Board Seeks ₹200 Crore NABARD Loan for Footbridge Projects

The Malnad Area Development Board plans to build 300 footbridges to improve connectivity in rainy seasons. NABARD may fund the project with state government backing.

December 31, 2025

Telangana Launches 31-Day Road Safety Drive for National Road Safety Month 2026

Telangana Transport Department rolls out a strict 31-day plan for National Road Safety Month 2026. The campaign focuses on helmet and seatbelt use, speed regulation, and driver training to make roads safer. Awareness and inspections will target students, public transport, and accident black spots.

December 31, 2025

CITU Backs Nationwide Strike to Repeal Labour Codes, Opposes Steel Plant Privatisation

The Centre of Indian Trade Unions (CITU) has pledged full support to a nationwide strike on February 12, 2026. It demands the repeal of four Labour Codes and blocks the privatisation of Visakhapatnam Steel Plant. Leaders hail workers’ unity at CITU’s 18th conference in Visakhapatnam.

December 31, 2025

Win €1 Million Picasso Painting for Just €100 to Fund Alzheimer’s Research

French charity offers a chance to win Picasso's 1941 portrait for €100. Proceeds support Alzheimer’s research. Draw on April 14 at Christie’s Paris.

December 31, 2025

India Starts Huge National Drug Use Survey Covering 20 Lakh People by 2026

India's National Drug Use Survey 2025-26 will study drug use among 20 lakh people, including students and prisoners. It will explore local substances and aim for better drug policies.