Category: NATIONAL

New Delhi, December 2, 2025 — As the Winter Session of Parliament commenced, Prime Minister Narendra Modi appealed to opposition parties to prioritize meaningful legislative work over political theatrics. He emphasized that public welfare and timely implementation of key policies must take precedence to ensure that Parliament delivers tangible results for citizens.

Modi’s address underscored the need for cooperation and constructive debate while discouraging unnecessary disruptions. Analysts noted that the Prime Minister’s call sets the tone for a productive session, reflecting the government’s intent to focus on development and governance amid ongoing parliamentary proceedings.

New Delhi, December 2, 2025 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his concern over the critical health condition of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Khaleda Zia and offered India’s assistance to support her medical care. The gesture highlights India’s commitment to humanitarian engagement and maintaining strong bilateral ties with its neighbor during sensitive times.

Officials said Modi’s outreach reflects India’s willingness to provide timely support while respecting Bangladesh’s sovereignty. The move has been welcomed by diplomatic circles and is seen as a demonstration of India’s proactive role in regional cooperation and healthcare support.

Bengaluru, December 2, 2025 — Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar hosted Chief Minister Siddaramaiah for a high-profile breakfast meet, dubbed “Breakfast 2.0”, at his residence on Tuesday. The meeting, which featured traditional nati chicken on the menu, was widely seen as a strong political message of unity amid ongoing speculation about leadership dynamics within the state government.

Leaders close to both camps described the interaction as warm and cordial, with discussions focusing on governance, development priorities, and party coordination. The public display of togetherness is being viewed as an effort to project stability within the ruling setup and silence reports of internal differences ahead of key political developments in Karnataka.

Vijayawada, December 2, 2025 — Andhra Pradesh Health Minister Satya Kumar Yadav has announced that the state is aiming to achieve an AIDS-free status by 2030, highlighting major progress in recent years. Speaking at a public health event, the minister said that new HIV infections and AIDS-related deaths have significantly declined, thanks to improved screening, awareness campaigns, and timely medical intervention.

The state currently provides free antiretroviral therapy (ART) through multiple government centres and also extends financial assistance to HIV-positive patients. Officials said special focus is being given to preventing mother-to-child transmission and strengthening rural healthcare systems. The government expressed confidence that with continued public cooperation and medical support, Andhra Pradesh can meet its ambitious 2030 goal.

Vijayawada, December 2, 2025 — Andhra Pradesh has topped all southern states in the implementation of e-KYC verification under the MGNREGS scheme, recording the lowest job-card deactivation rate in the region. State officials said the verification process was carried out in a worker-friendly manner, ensuring that genuine beneficiaries were protected while duplicate and inactive records were removed efficiently.

The government also clarified that workers whose job cards were deactivated due to technical reasons can re-register easily and get reinstated within a short time. In addition, thousands of new job cards were issued over the past year, indicating continued support for rural employment. The successful implementation is being seen as a major step towards transparency and improved welfare delivery in Andhra Pradesh.

New Delhi, December 1, 2025 — The Lok Sabha was adjourned for the day on Monday amid continuous sloganeering by Opposition Members of Parliament, bringing legislative business to a standstill. Repeated attempts by the Speaker to restore order failed as protests intensified over contentious political issues.

The disruption led to the postponement of key discussions and listed agenda items. The ruling side accused the Opposition of deliberately obstructing Parliament, while Opposition leaders maintained that their protest was necessary to demand accountability from the government.