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ILO Data Flags India Among World’s Most Overworked Nations

December 14, 2025

India Ranks High in Global Working-Hours Index

India has been identified as one of the world’s most overworked countries, according to the latest data released by the International Labour Organization (ILO). The findings reveal that Indian workers spend significantly longer hours at work compared to most global peers, raising concerns over burnout, mental health, and the sustainability of productivity in a fast-growing economy.

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UAE Enacts Federal Decree-Law 12 of 2025 to Protect Children of Unknown Parentage

December 14, 2025

UAE Modernises Child Protection Framework

The United Arab Emirates has introduced Federal Decree-Law No. (12) of 2025, a landmark reform aimed at strengthening protection, care and long-term support for children whose biological parents are unknown or not legally identified. The law reinforces the UAE’s commitment to child welfare by placing the best interests of the child at the core of all policy and administrative decisions.

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Andhra Pradesh Wins National Energy Conservation Award for Fourth Straight Year

December 14, 2025

Andhra Pradesh Retains National Leadership in Energy Efficiency

Andhra Pradesh has once again emerged as a frontrunner in sustainable development by winning the National Energy Conservation Award for the fourth consecutive year. The State secured First Prize in Group II at the National Energy Conservation Awards–2025, underlining its consistent commitment to reducing energy consumption through policy-driven and technology-enabled interventions.

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Cabinet Clears 100 percent FDI in Insurance Sector, Bill to Be Tabled

December 14, 2025

Union Cabinet Approves 100% FDI in Insurance Sector

The Union Cabinet has approved a landmark reform to allow 100 per cent foreign direct investment (FDI) in India’s insurance sector, replacing the existing cap of 74 per cent. The decision follows the announcement made in the Union Budget and signals a decisive push to attract global capital, enhance insurance penetration and modernise the regulatory ecosystem.

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India’s Forex Reserves Rise to $687 Billion on Gold Strength

December 14, 2025

India’s Foreign Exchange Reserves Edge Higher Amid Gold Gains

India’s foreign exchange reserves posted a modest increase of $1.03 billion, reaching $687.26 billion in the week ended December 5, as per the Reserve Bank of India’s Weekly Statistical Supplement. The uptick was largely driven by a rise in gold reserves, even though foreign currency assets recorded a small decline. Overall reserves remain close to the historic peak of $704.89 billion achieved in September 2024, underlining the country’s strong external buffer.

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