December 17, 2025

Madhya Pradesh Forms Committee to Probe HIV Infection in Six Children from Blood Transfusions

Six children with thalassaemia in Madhya Pradesh tested HIV positive, possibly from blood transfusions. A special committee now probes the cases, promising strict action if negligence is found.

December 17, 2025

Lok Sabha Passes SHANTI Bill to Boost Private Role in Nuclear Energy with Cap on Liability

The Lok Sabha passed the SHANTI Bill 2025 on December 17, opening India's nuclear sector to private players and capping liability at ₹3,000 crore. The Bill moves to Rajya Sabha next. Opposition raised concerns over liability limits and private participation but the government said nuclear risks and technology have changed.

December 17, 2025

Kerala Film Festival Faces Heat Over Chairperson Resul Pookutty’s Absence

Kerala’s International Film Festival met criticism due to chairperson Resul Pookutty’s absence at the Open Forum. Organisers say he is busy and will arrive soon.

December 17, 2025

Karnataka HC Orders Railways Not to Cut Trees Without Permission at Cantonment Railway Colony

Karnataka High Court stops Railways from cutting trees at Bengaluru's Cantonment Railway Colony. The decision follows a PIL challenging state’s withdrawal of biodiversity site status.

December 17, 2025

Pilots Allege Corruption in Civil Aviation Ministry Amid IndiGo Flight Chaos

Pilot bodies accused the DGCA and Civil Aviation Ministry of deep corruption at a parliamentary panel meeting. Over 5,000 IndiGo flights were canceled since December, affecting 12.5 lakh passengers. The panel has called for proof and launched an inquiry into the crisis.

December 17, 2025

Odisha Police Arrest 8 KISS Officials After Tribal Student’s Death by Strangulation

Odisha Police arrested eight officials of KISS for hiding details of a Class IX student's death. Three accused students were detained for bullying and strangling the victim. The police confirmed murder after a post-mortem revealed strangulation marks.

December 17, 2025

40,434 Karnataka Class 10 Students Miss SSLC Exam Registration for 2026, KSEAB Launches Audit

More than 40,000 Karnataka students have not registered for the 2026 SSLC exam, despite deadline extensions. KSEAB orders school audits and urgent action to enroll eligible students.

December 17, 2025

West Bengaluru’s Rajarajeshwari Nagar Flyover and Annapoorneshwari Nagar Underpass Projects Stuck, Ullal Underpass Work Resumes

Two key West Bengaluru projects, the Rajarajeshwari Nagar arch flyover and Annapoorneshwari Nagar underpass, remain stalled years after starting. Only the Ullal junction underpass work has resumed, but progress is slow. Residents face heavy traffic, while officials dodge clear updates.

December 17, 2025

EU Launches Affordable Housing Strategy Amid Soaring Prices and Rent Crisis

Home prices in the EU have jumped nearly 60% since 2010, with rents rising over 30%. Young Europeans struggle to afford housing. The EU has unveiled its first affordable housing plan to help governments support those stuck between social housing and market prices.

December 17, 2025

Rare Polar Bear Adoption Caught on Camera in Canada

In an extraordinary sight, a mother polar bear in northern Canada adopted a cub not her own. This rare event, only the 13th in 50 years, gives hope for polar bears facing tough survival odds.