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

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

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.