December 16, 2025

Government Introduces VB-G RAM G Bill to Replace MGNREGA Amid Opposition Protests

The government introduced the VB-G RAM G Bill on December 16, 2025, replacing the 20-year-old MGNREGA. Opposition parties protested strongly, demanding more scrutiny, calling it an attack on workers’ rights and Gandhian legacy.

December 16, 2025

Supreme Court Takes Up Petition Against Kerala HC Order on Hospital Service Lists and Package Rates

The Supreme Court agreed to hear a case challenging the Kerala High Court's order requiring hospitals to display service lists and package rates clearly. It paused any action against hospitals until February 3 while seeking government response.

December 16, 2025

DR Congo Rebels Agree to Leave Uvira After US Request to Boost Peace Talks

Rebel fighters in DR Congo will withdraw from Uvira city at the US's request. This move supports a peace process despite ongoing conflict and international tensions.

December 16, 2025

Heartbreaking Gaza War Photos by UN Medic Exhibit in Kozhikode

Striking images from Gaza's destroyed Khan Younis captured by UN medical leader S.S. Santhosh Kumar are on display in Kozhikode. The photo exhibit reveals the grave toll of war on civilians and city life. The show runs till December 22.

December 16, 2025

Andhra Pradesh HC Urges TTD to Use AI for Counting Offerings to Stop Theft

Justice Ramakrishna Prasad of Andhra Pradesh High Court wants TTD to mechanize currency counting and use AI-enabled CCTV to stop Parakamani thefts. The move aims to cut human error and secure public donations.