December 16, 2025

Supreme Court Extends Arrest Protection for Shreyas Talpade and Alok Nath in Chit Fund Scam

The Supreme Court has extended interim protection from arrest to actors Shreyas Talpade and Alok Nath in a cheating case linked to Human Welfare Credit Cooperative Society. The protection lasts until investigation ends. Talpade and Nath were brand ambassadors for the chit fund, but the court noted they were not involved in running it.

December 15, 2025

5th Beypore International Water Festival To Pulse Kozhikode With Sports And Culture From Dec 25

The 5th Beypore International Water Festival will run from December 26-28 in Kozhikode with water sports, kite festival, marathons, and cultural fun. Events start with a cycle rally on December 25.

December 15, 2025

Union Ministry Denies Censor Exemption to 19 Films at Kerala Film Festival

The 30th International Film Festival of Kerala faces chaos as the Union Ministry denies censor exemption to 19 films, including iconic and award-winning titles like Battleship Potemkin and Beef. Organizers scramble to adjust, while critics condemn the move as cultural sabotage.

December 15, 2025

Bahrain International Circuit to Host Biggest National Day Fireworks Display

Bahrain International Circuit will hold a grand fireworks show on Tuesday at 7pm for National Day. The event is free and open to all, with parking and food trucks available.

December 15, 2025

UAE Launches First Licensed Online Gaming and Sports Betting Site Play971

The UAE has introduced Play971, its first fully licensed and regulated online gaming and sports betting platform. Approved by the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority, it allows legal real-money casino games and sports wagers in select emirates like Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah.