Supreme Court: ‘Migration’ in SIR Includes Cross-Border Movement, Validates Citizenship Checks

December 12, 2025

Supreme Court: ‘Migration’ in SIR Includes Cross-Border Movement, Validates Citizenship Checks

The Supreme Court said migration in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) can include people crossing into India. It backed the Election Commission's right to verify citizenship to keep voter lists clean. The court also warned against heavy judicial interference in the process now running across 12 states with 51 crore people.

Rijksmuseum to Open New Outpost in Eindhoven to Showcase Dutch Art

December 11, 2025

Rijksmuseum to Open New Outpost in Eindhoven to Showcase Dutch Art

The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam will build a new 3,500 sq metre outpost in Eindhoven over six to eight years. This move aims to bring the museum's famous Dutch Golden Age collection closer to the south of the Netherlands and reduce overtourism in Amsterdam.

Germany Cancels Resettlement of 640 Afghans Awaiting Refuge

December 11, 2025

Germany Cancels Resettlement of 640 Afghans Awaiting Refuge

Germany’s new government under Chancellor Friedrich Merz has stopped taking in 640 Afghans in Pakistan, including former German military helpers. Rights groups warn this puts them at great risk under Taliban rule.

Telangana High Court Halts Ticket Price Hike for Akhanda-2 Movie

December 11, 2025

Telangana High Court Halts Ticket Price Hike for Akhanda-2 Movie

Telangana High Court stops the state's order allowing higher ticket prices for Telugu film Akhanda-2. The court ordered no sale at increased rates before the movie's release.

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December 11, 2025

TOI World Desk Delivers Accurate Global News with Strong Privacy Promise

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