Karnataka Govt Announces Paid Menstrual Leave for Employees
Karnataka introduces a landmark policy granting female government employees one day of paid menstrual leave each month, aiming to promote health and gender equity.
Karnataka introduces a landmark policy granting female government employees one day of paid menstrual leave each month, aiming to promote health and gender equity.
The Bengaluru Hotels Association has filed a petition in the Karnataka High Court against the state's mandatory menstrual leave policy, calling it arbitrary and against natural justice. Read the full details.
The Parliament's Winter Session concluded with the passage of crucial bills like the telecom and appointment laws. Opposition staged walkouts during the debate on the security breach. Get the full recap.
Amid opposition protests, three key bills introduced in Lok Sabha during Winter Session. The bills focus on post office services, Jammu and Kashmir, and central university amendments. Details inside.
The Lok Sabha introduced the Health Security se National Security Cess Bill, 2025. Once the compensation cess ends, tobacco will attract GST plus excise, while pan masala will face GST plus the new cess. Read the full details.
The Winter Session of Parliament commences with 19 days of sittings. Key bills on health security, atomic energy & finance are on the agenda. The opposition gears up to raise crucial foreign policy issues.
India's Parliament Winter Session commences with 13 key bills including atomic energy reforms and insurance sector changes. Opposition to raise pressing national issues. Full coverage inside.
India's Parliament Winter Session begins today with key bills including Central Excise Amendment and Health Security Cess. Opposition raises security and electoral concerns. Session runs until December 19.
Parliament's Winter Session faces immediate deadlock as Opposition demands SIR debate while government plans to table 14 crucial bills including nuclear energy reforms. Follow live updates.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to introduce two bills imposing new taxes on demerit goods. Learn how this affects prices and public health policy.
Hundreds of women teachers in Bihar colleges struggle for childcare leave implementation despite 2015 policy. Learn about their decade-long fight for rights.
Indian government introduces Health Security to National Security Cess Bill, 2025 as money bill in Lok Sabha. President approves legislative move in winter session.
An employee used Google's Nano Banana AI to create a fake hand injury, securing paid leave. This incident raises serious questions about HR verification in the AI era. Read more!
BMC assistant commissioner Mahesh Patil sent on one-month compulsory leave following NRI's investment allegations in Bandra redevelopment project. Inquiry underway.
Students and faculty protest the Indian Statistical Institute Bill 2025, fearing loss of autonomy. Learn about the proposed governance changes and the ongoing demonstrations in Kolkata.
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates shares his annual holiday reading list for 2025 featuring five thought-provoking books spanning fiction, climate change, and human behavior.
John Eimen, known for his role as a child actor in 'Leave It to Beaver', passes away at 76 after battling cancer. Remembering his legacy in Hollywood.
UPPCL launches Bijli Bill Rahat Yojana 2025-26 offering 25% discount on principal amount and 100% interest waiver for domestic and small commercial consumers from Dec 2025 to Feb 2026.
Assam government tables amendment bill to exempt traditional buffalo fights from animal cruelty laws during Magh Bihu celebrations. Learn about Moh-Juj cultural significance.
The US considers scrapping the 'Intent to Leave' rule for student visas, a move that could reshape global student mobility. Learn how the DIGNITY Act 2025 impacts Indian students.
Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata, faculty, staff, and students protest the draft ISI Bill 2025, claiming it threatens the institute's autonomy and affordable education. A rally is planned for Nov 28.
Canada's Bill C-3 reforms citizenship-by-descent rules, helping over 115,000 people including thousands of Indian-origin families. Learn how it affects you.
India discusses normalizing periods at work with paid menstrual leave. Opponents worry about productivity impact and women's career advancement. Read the full analysis.
London-based tech professional Kunal Kushwaha's advice to leave Delhi due to hazardous air quality ignites social media debate about realistic solutions to pollution crisis.
A London-based Indian techie cut short his Delhi trip due to severe air pollution, advising residents to relocate even if it means debt. His viral post sparked intense online debate about health vs practicality.
Indian government lists 10 crucial bills for Winter Session including Atomic Energy Bill 2025 and Higher Education Commission Bill. Key reforms in nuclear sector, education, and economy await parliamentary approval.
An Indian banker's Reddit post about denied planned leave went viral, triggering nationwide discussion about toxic work environments and employee rights in corporate India.
Karnataka's Muslim reservation bill faces delay amid Supreme Court's ruling on indefinite bill holding by President and Governors. Congress leader calls decision 'deeply unfortunate'.
Supreme Court rules no deadlines for Governors on bill assent as Nitish Kumar takes oath as Bihar Chief Minister. Key developments in Indian politics today.
Supreme Court rules setting deadlines for President & Governors to clear bills is inappropriate. Landmark judgment upholds constitutional sanctity. Read full analysis.