December 17, 2025

Delhi HC Stops Pirated Software Use at Udyog Bhawan Surveillance System

Delhi High Court orders stop to pirated Mirasys software used in Udyog Bhawan’s security system. The move protects official property from illegal software misuse.

December 17, 2025

New Viksit Bharat Guarantee Bill Faces Sharp Opposition in Parliament, Raising State Burden Concerns

The Viksit Bharat Guarantee Bill to repeal MGNREGA faces strong backlash in Parliament and outside. Critics warn it centralises control, raises costs for states, and weakens rural job guarantees.

December 17, 2025

MP Govt Cancels Ujjain Land Pooling Scheme After Farmer Protests

Madhya Pradesh cancels its Ujjain land pooling plan for the Simhastha Kumbh Mela after farmer protests and political pressure. The scheme affected thousands of farmers and aimed to build permanent infrastructure for 2028's event.

December 17, 2025

Study Links Problematic Pornography Use to Anxiety and Stress Among Indian Adults

A NIMHANS study reveals that anxiety and stress are key predictors of problematic pornography use among Indian adults. Early exposure and psychological distress lead to compulsive patterns harming mental health.

December 17, 2025

Maris Stella College Hosts Flori Expo to Celebrate National Farmers’ Day

Maris Stella College held Flori Expo with student projects, organic stalls, and fun contests to mark National Farmers’ Day and boost farming awareness.

December 17, 2025

Rare Female Polar Bear Adopts New Cub in Arctic – A Curious Behaviour Unveiled

In a rare event, a female polar bear in Western Hudson Bay adopted a new cub, raising two healthy youngsters. This unusual behaviour shows polar bears' strong maternal instincts and boosts the orphan cub’s survival chances.

December 17, 2025

Prasar Bharati Unveils Draft Content Syndication Policy 2025 for Public Feedback

Prasar Bharati has shared its draft Content Syndication Policy 2025 for public feedback. The policy aims to monetise content and boost cultural outreach through strategic partnerships and flexible licensing.

December 17, 2025

NMC Orders Medical Colleges to Monitor Prescription Practices and Enforce Legible Writing

The National Medical Commission directs all medical colleges to form sub-committees to monitor prescription writing and include legible prescriptions in curriculum. Compliance is mandatory to ensure clear drug prescriptions and patient safety.

December 17, 2025

NIA Arrests Key Accused in Multi-State Illegal Arms Trafficking Case

NIA arrested Kamalkant Verma alias ‘Uncle Ji’, a main accused in a multi-State illegal arms case. The syndicate smuggled ammunition from Haryana to Bihar and Uttar Pradesh.

December 17, 2025

West Bengal Voter Revision: Muslim Areas Show Fewer Unmapped Voters, Study Reveals

A SABAR Institute study finds constituencies with more Muslims in West Bengal have fewer unmapped voters after the Special Intensive Revision. The report challenges claims of illegal Muslim votes and suggests Matuas may face higher exclusion risks.