December 19, 2025

South Africa Denies US Claims After Refugee Centre Raid Sparks Diplomatic Tensions

South Africa rejects US accusations of harassing American officials during a raid on a refugee centre processing Afrikaner applications. The US warns of 'severe consequences', but Pretoria insists it respects data security and law.

December 19, 2025

Madras High Court Judges to Inspect Marina Beach for Vendor Regulation on Dec 22

Two Madras High Court judges will inspect Marina Beach on December 22 to review plans for vendor regulation and blue flag certification. Officials must assist and provide key documents. Next orders will be on January 7.

December 19, 2025

Protests Over Activist’s Death Rage in Bangladesh, Newspapers Set on Fire

After activist Sharif Osman Hadi died from gunshot wounds, angry protesters attacked offices of The Daily Star and Prothom Alo. Staff faced smoke and chaos as buildings burned. The interim government condemned the violence and vowed justice. Elections are due next February amid ongoing tensions.

December 19, 2025

Kerala High Court Rejects Bail for Three Former TDB Officials in Sabarimala Gold Case

Kerala High Court on December 19 denied bail to three former Travancore Devaswom Board officials accused in the Sabarimala temple gold misappropriation case. They face charges including criminal conspiracy and corruption under the Prevention of Corruption Act.

December 19, 2025

AP Govt Sanctions ₹4.85 Crore for Nellore Spillway Bridge to End Monsoon Traffic Woes

Andhra Pradesh Government has approved ₹4.85 crore to build a bridge over Nellore Cheruvu spillway at Pottepalem. Construction starts January 2026, with completion by August. This will stop yearly water crossings that troubled commuters across five constituencies.