December 16, 2025

Karnataka HC Orders Regularisation of 68-YO Contract Worker After 21 Years

The Karnataka High Court ordered the regularisation of a 68-year-old contract worker, Venkatarama Hegde, after 21 years of service at a Sirsi gram panchayat. The court ruled his service must be regularised from 2004, citing Supreme Court judgments. The government was cautioned against denying his rightful benefits.

December 16, 2025

Six Children HIV Positive in Satna After Blood Transfusions, Probe Ordered

Six children in Satna, Madhya Pradesh tested HIV positive after blood transfusions for thalassaemia. Authorities have launched investigations amid calls for strict action and health minister's resignation.

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

GBA Chief Orders E-Auction for Vijayanagar Shops, Boosts Bengaluru Maternity Hospitals

GBA Chief M. Maheshwar Rao orders e-auction for 79 shops in Vijayanagar bazaar to ensure fairness. He also commands upgrades to Bengaluru's maternity hospitals and fixes sewage issues at Indira Canteen.

December 16, 2025

Health Minister Satya Kumar Yadav Slams Jagan Mohan Reddy's Signature Campaign on Medical Colleges PPP Model

Health Minister Satya Kumar Yadav accused YSRCP chief Jagan Mohan Reddy of faking signatures in a campaign against the PPP model for medical colleges. He defends the model, saying it ensures development without privatisation and is backed by national bodies.