December 5, 2025

Bhavani Deeksha 2025 Registration Open via Mobile App for Devotees

The Sri Durga Malleswara Swamyvarla Devasthanam has launched the Bhavani Deekshalu App for easy registration of devotees attending the Bhavani Deeksha events from December 11-15, 2025. Registration is mandatory for Guru Bhavanis to ensure smooth, organised ceremonies.

December 5, 2025

Ad Standards Find SA Transport Ads Claiming Natural Gas 'Clean and Green' Misleading

South Australia's transport department must remove ads on Adelaide buses that called compressed natural gas (CNG) 'clean and green'. The advertising watchdog ruled the claims false and misleading, as CNG is a potent greenhouse gas source. The department now reviews its messages as electric buses replace CNG ones.

December 5, 2025

Markets Bet on RBA Rate Hike in 2026, Pressuring Mortgages and Housing Prices

Financial markets now expect the Reserve Bank of Australia to raise interest rates in 2026. Rising inflation and a hot property market are driving this shift, signaling tougher times ahead for homebuyers and borrowers.

December 5, 2025

Australian TikTok Influencer Pushes Unapproved Peptides Like Retatrutide Amid Safety Concerns

A 21-year-old Australian fitness influencer promotes unapproved peptides, including retatrutide, on TikTok. Despite risks and legal restrictions, peptides are booming in a grey market with little oversight.

December 5, 2025

Centre to Resume MGNREGA in West Bengal After Three-Year Fund Freeze

The Union Ministry of Rural Development is reworking procedures to restart MGNREGA in West Bengal after a 3-year halt. The Centre owes the state over ₹3,000 crore, sparking TMC protests in Parliament.