December 30, 2025

Pawan Kalyan Launches ₹20.77 Crore Drainage Project to Save Konaseema Coconut Farms

Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan laid the foundation for the modernization of Sankaraguptam Major Drain to ease waterlogging and protect over one lakh coconut trees in Konaseema. The ₹20.77 crore project starts early and covers 8.5 km of drain and embankments strengthening.

December 30, 2025

ECI Bans Physical Hearings for Elderly in West Bengal's Voter List Revision Amid Protests

The Election Commission of India stops summoning elderly and ailing voters for physical hearings in West Bengal's Special Intensive Revision. Mamata Banerjee calls it a 'scam' involving AI deletions of voter names and threatens to gherao the ECI office.

December 30, 2025

Visa Delays Stall Indian H-1B Workers, US Firms Hire Americans, Says Expert

H-1B visa delays leave many Indian workers stuck at home. US companies are hiring Americans instead, says immigration expert Rosemary Jenks. Social media vetting causes long waits, pushing visa appointments to 2026 and 2027.

December 30, 2025

ED Exposes ₹2,883 Crore Corruption in Chhattisgarh Excise Dept; 81 Accused Named

The Enforcement Directorate uncovers a ₹2,883 crore corruption scandal in Chhattisgarh's Excise Department. 81 accused, including top officials and politicians, face charges over illegal liquor sales and bribery.

December 30, 2025

Thousands Protest in Kalaburagi Demanding Scheduled Tribes Status for Five Communities

Around 3,000 people from Koli, Kabbaliga, Ambiga, Besta and Barik communities marched in Kalaburagi seeking Scheduled Tribes inclusion. Leaders urge the government to push proposals to the Centre, highlighting decades of neglect.