New Taxes on Sin Goods: Health Cess Bill 2025
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to introduce two bills imposing new taxes on demerit goods. Learn how this affects prices and public health policy.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to introduce two bills imposing new taxes on demerit goods. Learn how this affects prices and public health policy.
Indian government introduces Health Security to National Security Cess Bill, 2025 as money bill in Lok Sabha. President approves legislative move in winter session.
Ministry releases revised ISI Bill 2025 draft, but faculty call changes 'cosmetic' as government control over institute management remains contentious issue.
India's new Seeds Bill proposes mandatory registration, Rs 30 lakh penalty and 3-year imprisonment for spurious seeds. Learn how this protects farmers and transforms agriculture.
Karnataka government proposes formal contracts, minimum wage up to ₹20,112 for domestic workers. New bill mandates registration, welfare benefits and penalties for violations.
Karnataka government launches Akka Pade, a 24/7 patrol initiative to safeguard women and children across the state. Learn how this program will enhance public safety.
Telangana's Agriculture Minister Tummala Nageswara Rao criticizes the draft Seed Bill 2025, calling it a threat to state powers and farmers' welfare. Read more on the key concerns.
Thousands of power employees protest Electricity Amendment Bill 2025 & privatization. Read how this affects tariffs and consumers nationwide. Join the conversation!
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.
Karnataka government to introduce landmark Rohith Vemula Bill in winter session, proposing strict penalties for caste discrimination in educational institutions. Read the key provisions.
PM Modi announces nuclear sector reforms allowing private investment, similar to space sector. Bill listed for Winter Session to enable 100 GW nuclear energy by 2047.
Karnataka Cabinet approves a 2% cess on multiplex tickets to fund welfare schemes for cine workers. A one-time settlement for BWSSB dues also cleared. Read for details.
Massive protests erupt in Punjab against Centre's Electricity Amendment Bill 2025. Power employees and farmers fear privatization, cherry-picking of consumers, and erosion of subsidies. Key concerns explained.
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.
India's Winter Parliament Session begins December 1 with 10 crucial bills including atomic energy reforms, higher education regulator, and FDI in insurance. Session concludes December 19.
Karnataka CM announces pay hike for RTC staff starting April 2026, but unions remain firm on demands including Rs 1,785 crore arrears and 25% salary increase. Read the latest developments.
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.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has sanctioned Rs 149 crore loan for strengthening Government Tool Room and Training Centres across the state. Learn how this will boost technical education.
Karnataka's new Draft Bill imposes hefty penalties up to ₹5 lakh for PwD quota violations in employment and education. Learn how this impacts rights protection.
Assam government tables amendment bill to exempt traditional buffalo fights from animal cruelty laws during Magh Bihu celebrations. Learn about Moh-Juj cultural significance.
Indian Statistical Institute faces a governance overhaul. Faculty, staff, and students protest the draft ISI Bill 2025, calling it a threat to the institute's 94-year legacy of independence. Rally planned for Nov 28.
Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge states Karnataka leadership changes shouldn't be discussed publicly as internal party tensions rise after government's halfway mark.
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.
Karnataka witnesses alarming decline in migratory birds despite early conservation efforts. Lack of consolidated data hampers protection measures for avian diversity. Urgent action needed.
India plans historic amendments to atomic energy laws, allowing private sector participation to achieve 100 GW nuclear power capacity by 2047. Learn how this transforms energy security.
Karnataka's 2025 Bill prohibits private outsourcing in government jobs, imposing major penalties on officers. Learn how this impacts state employment policies.
Parliament introduces HECI Bill 2025 to replace UGC, AICTE & NCTE with single higher education regulator. Learn how this transforms India's education landscape.
Explained: Why Punjab opposes the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill 2025, the history of Chandigarh as a joint capital, and the Centre's decision to pause the proposed changes.
Centre proposes Constitution Amendment to appoint independent Administrator for Chandigarh, triggering strong opposition from Punjab parties who see it as weakening state's claim.