December 11, 2025

Devotees Flock to Mahalakshmi Temples in Vizianagaram and Srikakulam for Margasiram Celebrations

On the third Thursday of Margasiram month, Goddess Mahalakshmi temples in Vizianagaram and Srikakulam saw huge crowds offering special pujas. Devotees performed Ksheerabhisekham and kumkum puja, with some lucky ones directly worshipping the deity, a rare opportunity in these temples.

December 11, 2025

MP Allegra Spender Warns Sydney's Luxury Apartment Boom Is Killing Affordable Housing

Sydney’s move to replace old flats with fewer luxury apartments is causing a drop in affordable homes. MP Allegra Spender urges urgent action to protect housing for workers and youth.

December 11, 2025

Delhi High Court Told Labour Courts Will Hear Cases Until New Tribunals Are Set Up

The Delhi High Court on December 11 was told that current labour courts and industrial tribunals will keep hearing cases until new tribunals under the Industrial Relations Code 2020 are formed. The court asked the government to ensure a smooth changeover and will hear the matter again on January 12.

December 11, 2025

Austria Bans Headscarves in Schools for Girls Under 14, Citing Gender Equality

Austria has passed a law banning headscarves for girls under 14 in all schools. The government calls it a move for gender equality, but critics warn of religious discrimination and constitutional issues.

December 11, 2025

Iranian Child Bride Spared Execution After Family Accepts £70,000 Blood Money

Goli Kouhkan, a child bride on death row in Iran, avoided execution after her late husband's family was paid £70,000 in blood money. Kouhkan was jailed for seven years over her husband's death during an abusive fight. The controversial qisas law and gender bias in Iran's justice system remain hot topics.