Congress Faces Rift Over Thodupuzha Municipality Chairperson Post

December 24, 2025

Congress Faces Rift Over Thodupuzha Municipality Chairperson Post

Nine of 10 Congress councillors want Litty Joseph as Thodupuzha chairperson, opposing initial pick Nisha Soman. Posters criticize leadership change amid tight local numbers.

Protests Rage Over Honour Killing of Pregnant Woman in Karnataka’s Dharwad District

December 24, 2025

Protests Rage Over Honour Killing of Pregnant Woman in Karnataka’s Dharwad District

Protests continued in Karnataka’s Dharwad, Haveri, and Kalaburagi against the honour killing of a pregnant woman by her father for marrying outside her caste. Activists demand strict punishment and awareness programs to stop caste-based violence and protect inter-caste couples.

Tamil Nadu Deletes Over 97 Lakh Voters in Major Electoral Roll Update

December 24, 2025

Tamil Nadu Deletes Over 97 Lakh Voters in Major Electoral Roll Update

Tamil Nadu has removed more than 97 lakh names from its voter lists in the Special Intensive Revision. Data from 75,000 polling stations shows eight unusual patterns in this large-scale update.

Oman and Turkiye Activate Visa-Free Travel for Citizens from November 2025

December 24, 2025

Oman and Turkiye Activate Visa-Free Travel for Citizens from November 2025

Starting November 1, 2025, Oman and Turkiye allow visa-free travel for their citizens. Omanis can stay 90 days in Turkiye; Turks get 30 days in Oman per visit. This move deepens ties and makes tourism easier between the two nations.

BJP Protests Karnataka Hate Speech Bill, Calls It Anti-Constitutional

December 24, 2025

BJP Protests Karnataka Hate Speech Bill, Calls It Anti-Constitutional

BJP's Yadgir district unit protested against Karnataka's Hate Speech and Hate Crimes Bill 2025, claiming it threatens free speech and punishes government critics.