December 11, 2025

Malappuram Sees 77.41% Voter Turnout in Civic Body Elections; Women Lead Polling

Malappuram district held elections for 122 civic bodies with 77.41% voter turnout. Women voters outnumbered men, showing strong enthusiasm. Polls were peaceful and counting begins December 13.

December 11, 2025

India to Change Copyright Law for AI Royalties in 3 Years

The Indian government will amend copyright laws within three years to regulate AI training and royalty payments to publishers. DPIIT proposes a blanket licensing system to pay content owners once AI firms commercialize models like ChatGPT.

December 11, 2025

Austria Bans Headscarves for Girls Under 14 in Schools, Sparking Constitutional Debate

Austria’s lawmakers have approved a ban on headscarves for girls under 14 in schools. The law aims to ‘protect the freedom of girls’ but faces criticism for potential discrimination and Islamophobia, with questions if the constitutional court will overturn it.

December 11, 2025

The Hindu Hosts School Science Festival and Ramanujan Spark Quest in Hubballi on Dec 20

The Hindu is holding a School Science Festival and Ramanujan Spark Quest (Maths and Science Olympiad) on December 20 at Hubballi. Open to students from classes 6 to 10, the event includes innovative science projects and a 50-question Olympiad with cash prizes, trophies, and certificates for winners.

December 11, 2025

Chittoor Police Fines ₹1 Lakh on 10 Drunk Drivers in Special Drive

Chittoor police fined 10 motorists a total of ₹1 lakh for drunk driving during a special check. Each got ₹10,000 fines to promote road safety and obey traffic laws.