Supreme Court directs CBI to probe digital arrest scams nationwide; questions RBI on AI in cybercrime fight

December 1, 2025

Supreme Court directs CBI to probe digital arrest scams nationwide; questions RBI on AI in cybercrime fight

The Supreme Court on December 1, 2025, ordered the CBI to conduct a pan-India probe into digital arrest scams. It also asked the RBI why AI isn't used to freeze fraudsters' bank accounts. States must allow CBI access, and telecom providers must curb multiple SIM cards to prevent cybercrime.

Indonesia Flood Death Toll Crosses 500; Rescue Operations Ongoing Amidst Devastation

December 1, 2025

Indonesia Flood Death Toll Crosses 500; Rescue Operations Ongoing Amidst Devastation

The death toll from deadly floods in Indonesia has passed 500, with many still missing. Rescue and aid continue as floods caused by a rare cyclone hit three provinces hard, leaving thousands stranded and hungry.

ESA Plans 2040s Mission to Explore Saturn’s Ocean Moon Enceladus

December 1, 2025

ESA Plans 2040s Mission to Explore Saturn’s Ocean Moon Enceladus

The European Space Agency (ESA) is preparing a bold mission to Enceladus, Saturn’s icy moon with a hidden ocean. The mission will launch in the 2040s, sending an orbiter and a lander to study water plumes that may hold signs of alien life. This is a unique chance to explore ocean water directly from space geysers.

Supreme Court Rejects Extension for Uploading Waqf Properties on UMEED Portal

December 1, 2025

Supreme Court Rejects Extension for Uploading Waqf Properties on UMEED Portal

On December 1, 2025, the Supreme Court declined petitions seeking more time to upload waqf property details on the UMEED portal. The Court allowed petitioners to approach waqf tribunals. The mandatory deadline remains December 6, with no extension granted.

Maharashtra Woman 'Marries' Boyfriend's Corpse After Family Kills Him; Demands Death Penalty

December 1, 2025

Maharashtra Woman 'Marries' Boyfriend's Corpse After Family Kills Him; Demands Death Penalty

A 21-year-old woman in Maharashtra 'married' her boyfriend's corpse after he was shot dead by her father and brothers over a fight. She vows to seek justice and demands they be hanged.