Government to Roll Out Campaign for New Rural Job Scheme, Congress to Debate MGNREGA Replacement

December 20, 2025

Government to Roll Out Campaign for New Rural Job Scheme, Congress to Debate MGNREGA Replacement

The Indian government will soon start a nationwide campaign for the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar scheme. Meanwhile, Congress will hold a meeting on December 27 to discuss replacing MGNREGA with this new law. The new scheme promises 125 days of rural work and focuses on building strong village infrastructure.

CIAL Pays ₹79.82 Crore Dividend to Kerala Govt for FY 2024-25

December 20, 2025

CIAL Pays ₹79.82 Crore Dividend to Kerala Govt for FY 2024-25

CIAL gave ₹79.82 crore dividend to Kerala government for 2024-25. The airport posted a historic ₹1,142 crore revenue and ₹489.84 crore profit.

H-1B Visa Holders Beware: Stay In Status or Face $100,000 Fee, Warns Attorney

December 19, 2025

H-1B Visa Holders Beware: Stay In Status or Face $100,000 Fee, Warns Attorney

Immigration attorney Rebecca Chen warns H-1B visa holders to maintain valid status in the US. Lapses may trigger a $100,000 fee when filing from outside the US. Employers must file amendments for any job location changes to avoid penalties.

French Court Denies Shein Website Suspension Over Childlike Sex Dolls, Orders Age Checks

December 19, 2025

French Court Denies Shein Website Suspension Over Childlike Sex Dolls, Orders Age Checks

A French court rejected the government's bid to suspend Shein's website over childlike sex dolls but ordered age checks for adult products. Shein will ban all sex dolls globally.

Masked Santas Rob Groceries to Help Needy Canadians Amid Cost of Living Crisis

December 19, 2025

Masked Santas Rob Groceries to Help Needy Canadians Amid Cost of Living Crisis

In Montreal, 40 Santas dressed in red stole thousands of dollars of groceries. They aim to support the poor and protest soaring prices. The group says, “hunger justifies the means.” Grocery chain Metro called it criminal. No arrests yet.