December 12, 2025

Kozhikode Councillors Bid Farewell Ahead of Local Elections, Reflect on Term

Kozhikode Corporation councillors held a heartfelt farewell as their term ends. Mayor Beena Philip praised their unity and work. The council approved finances and noted two resignations ahead of elections.

December 12, 2025

MGNREGA to be Renamed ‘Pujya Bapu Gramin Rozgar Yojana’ with 125 Days Work Guarantee

The government plans to rename MGNREGA to ‘Pujya Bapu Gramin Rozgar Yojana’ and boost guaranteed workdays from 100 to 125. The Bill was cleared by the Union Cabinet and will be introduced in the Winter session.

December 12, 2025

Kerala Local Body Election Counting on Dec 13, 73.69% Voter Turnout Recorded

Kerala will count votes for local body elections on December 13. Over 23,500 wards and 1,199 bodies are involved. Voter turnout dropped to 73.69%, with highest in Wayanad and lowest in Pathanamthitta. Results will be available online from 8:30 a.m.

December 12, 2025

Greater Bengaluru Authority Civic Polls Likely in Mid-2026 After Reservation Finalised

Civic polls in the new Greater Bengaluru Authority are planned for April or May 2026. The reservation for 369 wards will be notified by December 15. Political parties have started preparing for the elections after years of delay.

December 12, 2025

Supreme Court Seeks Centre's Reply on Cancer as Nationwide Notifiable Disease

The Supreme Court has asked the Centre to respond on a plea to declare cancer a notifiable disease across India. Currently, 90% of the population lacks proper cancer data coverage, says a retired AIIMS oncologist. The petition highlights dangers of under-reporting and urges unified action for better cancer control.