December 16, 2025

TMC Councillor Declared Dead by ECI Protests at Crematorium in West Bengal

Surya Dey, a TMC councillor in West Bengal, demanded his cremation after the Election Commission wrongly listed him as dead in draft electoral rolls. Over 58 lakh names were deleted in the revision ahead of state polls.

December 16, 2025

Pune High Court Reserves Order on CBI Probe in Lavasa Scam Involving Sharad Pawar

A Pune High Court bench has reserved its judgment on a PIL demanding a CBI probe into alleged Lavasa hill station irregularities. Key leaders including Sharad Pawar are named in the case of illegal permissions and major revenue losses.

December 16, 2025

Common Reasons Dubai Visa Applications Get Rejected and How to Avoid Them

Dubai visa refusals often happen due to simple mistakes in forms, wrong visa types, missing papers, weak financial proof, unclear travel plans, and undisclosed past visa issues. Follow key tips to boost your chances of approval and enjoy your trip stress-free.

December 16, 2025

Most Europeans Wrongly Think Migrants Are Illegal, Want Big Cuts in Migration

A new poll reveals many Europeans wrongly believe most migrants are in their countries illegally. There is strong support for cutting migration and deporting rule-breakers.

December 16, 2025

US 2023 policies slam global women's rights with aid cuts and new gag rules

In 2023, the US froze USAID funding, plans to destroy contraceptives, and expanded the global gag rule, hitting women’s health and rights worldwide. Conservative groups also pushed ‘family values’ in Africa, raising alarm among rights advocates.

December 16, 2025

IMD Issues Cold Wave Alert for Six Telangana Districts; Temperatures Dip Below 10°C

The India Meteorological Department has warned of cold wave conditions in six Telangana districts. Several areas recorded temperatures below 10°C, with Kohir hitting 7.4°C. Hyderabad will have clear skies but chilly mornings and nights.

December 16, 2025

BJP Demands Karnataka Govt Action on Mosque Loudspeaker Noise Pollution

BJP members in Karnataka Legislative Council protested against loud azaan calls near Shivamogga citing noise pollution. They urged strict rule enforcement following Supreme Court guidelines. The Karnataka government replied rules apply to all religious places equally, with committees monitoring noise limits.

December 16, 2025

Kerala to hold special local body elections on January 13 for 3 wards

Kerala will conduct special elections on January 13 in three local wards after previous polls were postponed due to candidate deaths. Votes will be counted on January 14. Nomination filing ends December 24.

December 16, 2025

Karnataka fines two Bengaluru schools for violating Kannada teaching law

Karnataka government penalizes two Bengaluru schools for not following the Kannada Language Learning Act, which mandates Kannada as first or second language. Officials act on complaints, says Minister Madhu Bangarappa.

December 16, 2025

West Bengal Govt Issues Notices Over Chaos at Messi Event; Probe Underway

West Bengal government has issued show-cause notices to top officials following mismanagement at the Lionel Messi event. A special investigation team has been set up after chaos at Salt Lake Stadium caused nearly ₹2 crore in damages.