December 5, 2025

Kerala Congress Expels MLA Rahul Mamkootathil Amid Sex Misconduct Charges Before Local Polls

With local body polls less than 100 hours away, Kerala Congress expelled MLA Rahul Mamkootathil over serious charges. Party leaders say the move clears confusion and boosts election chances.

December 5, 2025

Kollam Local Body Polls Turn Into High-Stakes Pre-Assembly Test for LDF, UDF, and NDA

The Kollam local body elections are more than routine contests. They act as a major prelude to Kerala’s State elections, with LDF aiming to prove its strength, UDF seeking a comeback, and NDA trying to expand its base.

December 5, 2025

Thrilling Local Body Elections in Thiruvananthapuram Set Stage for 2026 Assembly Polls

Thiruvananthapuram prepares for intense local body elections with LDF aiming to hold ground and UDF, NDA eyeing major gains. Key battles in urban and rural areas highlight rising political heat.

December 5, 2025

West Bengal CEO Orders Removal of Dead and Duplicate Voters by December 11

West Bengal CEO Manoj Agarwal asks booth-level officers to carefully remove names of dead, absent, and duplicate voters. The SIR deadline extended to December 11. Legal action warned for errors.

December 5, 2025

Ultraviolette Raises $45M from Zoho, Lingotto to Boost Electric Motorcycle Growth

Bengaluru's Ultraviolette secured $45 million in Series E funding from Zoho and Italian firm Lingotto. Funds will expand production and technology for electric motorcycles in India and global markets.

December 5, 2025

Gujarat Electoral Roll Reveals 17 Lakh Deceased Voters Amid Revision Drive

Gujarat's ongoing voter list revision found over 17 lakh deceased voters still registered. The Special Intensive Revision began in November and is set to finish December 11.

December 5, 2025

Telangana’s ₹5 Lakh Crore Industrial Land Policy Sparks Urban Growth Debate in Hyderabad

Telangana's new policy to convert 9,292 acres of industrial land into urban hubs worth ₹5 lakh crore faces sharp criticism. Opposition claims it favors close associates, while government defends it as urban transformation.

December 5, 2025

US Military Kills 4 in Drug Boat Strike, Faces Criticism Over Survivor Attack

The US military killed four people in a strike on a suspected drug boat in the eastern Pacific. The move sparked controversy after footage showed attacks on shipwrecked survivors, drawing lawmaker concerns and defense secretary Pete Hegseth's active role.

December 5, 2025

IndiGo Cancels 102 Flights at Bengaluru Airport Amid Ongoing Disruptions

IndiGo cancelled 102 flights early Friday at Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport. Flight disruptions continue due to pilot rest norms and operational issues. Over 550 flights cancelled nationwide.

December 5, 2025

Australia Faces First Summer Heatwave and Ongoing Tasmanian Bushfires

The east coast of New South Wales is sweating through its first summer heatwave as temperatures soar above 40°C. Meanwhile, Tasmania battles bushfires, with some residents unable to return home. Extreme heat warnings cover multiple regions, and fire dangers remain high.