December 5, 2025

Supreme Court Calls for Simple Governance, Strikes Down Jharkhand Stamp-Duty Rule

The Supreme Court on December 5, 2025, urged governments to keep administration simple and avoid over-complicated rules that trouble citizens. It struck down a 2009 Jharkhand order imposing unnecessary hurdles on cooperatives seeking stamp-duty exemption.

December 5, 2025

Bengaluru Metro Faces Calls for Safety Doors After Fatal Track Incident

After a deadly metro track incident in Bengaluru, commuters push for Platform Screen Doors at all stations. BMRCL says costs and challenges block retrofit on old lines but plans to install PSDs on new routes.

December 5, 2025

Trump Administration Orders Review of Green Cards and Asylum Cases from 19 Countries, Causing Delays

The Trump administration has ordered a re-check of all Green Cards and asylum approvals given during Biden's term for nationals of 19 countries. This huge move will slow down immigration and create long backlogs.

December 5, 2025

Pregnant Sunali Khatun Returns to India After Six Months in Bangladesh

Sunali Khatun, pregnant and pushed into Bangladesh months ago, returned to India with her child on Dec 5 after Supreme Court's support. Four more migrants to follow soon.

December 5, 2025

New U-turn Near GKVK Cuts Bengaluru Commute by 1.5 km, Eases Traffic

A new U-turn near GKVK has reduced travel distance for commuters from Airport Road by over 1.5 km. The change eases traffic jams at Byatarayanapura junction by splitting busy traffic into manageable points.