NSW Cuts Workers' Compensation for Psychological Injuries, Freezes Premiums

December 11, 2025

NSW Cuts Workers' Compensation for Psychological Injuries, Freezes Premiums

NSW Labor and Coalition struck a deal to raise the impairment threshold for psychological injury claims from 15% to 25%, cutting support and freezing premiums to help businesses avoid a 36% hike.

Bombay High Court Seeks Maharashtra Home Minister's Response on Custodial Death Probe Guidelines Delay

December 11, 2025

Bombay High Court Seeks Maharashtra Home Minister's Response on Custodial Death Probe Guidelines Delay

The Bombay High Court has been asked to summon Maharashtra Home Minister Devendra Fadnavis for failing to create clear rules on custodial death investigations despite court orders. The plea follows the death of Somnath Suryawanshi in prison and highlights ongoing legal gaps harming timely justice.

Telangana Gram Panchayat Elections 2025 Phase 1 Begins with 5.6 Lakh Voters

December 11, 2025

Telangana Gram Panchayat Elections 2025 Phase 1 Begins with 5.6 Lakh Voters

The first phase of Telangana Gram Panchayat Elections 2025 started on December 11, with voting from 7 am to 1 pm. Over 56 lakh voters will choose Sarpanch and Ward Members. Vote counting begins at 2 pm.

Indigenous Deaths in Australian Custody Hit 40-Year High With 33 Cases

December 11, 2025

Indigenous Deaths in Australian Custody Hit 40-Year High With 33 Cases

Indigenous deaths in custody in Australia have surged to the highest level since 1980, with 33 deaths recorded in the past year. Most died in prison, many from self-inflicted causes. Experts call it a national crisis requiring urgent political action.

US Seizes Largest Oil Tanker Off Venezuela, Trump Says

December 11, 2025

US Seizes Largest Oil Tanker Off Venezuela, Trump Says

US forces have seized the largest ever oil tanker near Venezuela, intensifying pressure on President Maduro's government. Trump confirmed the move and hinted the US would keep the tanker’s oil.