December 1, 2025

India's Manufacturing PMI Slows to Nine-Month Low Amid US Tariff Concerns

India's manufacturing growth slowed sharply in November. The HSBC India Manufacturing PMI dropped to 56.6 from 59.2 in October. Slower sales and US tariffs hit exports, while business confidence fell to a three-year low. India hopes a trade deal with the US this year will ease tariff pressures.

December 1, 2025

SC Flags Pressure on Anganwadi Workers for Tamil Nadu Voter List Update

The Supreme Court raised concerns over Anganwadi workers forced into Booth Level Officer work under threat of jail and job loss during Tamil Nadu’s voter list update. The court will address the issue soon as deaths linked to electoral work mount across states.

December 1, 2025

Seven Arrested Including Militants with ₹57 Lakh Cash in Manipur Extortion Crackdown

Security forces arrested seven people, including three militants from banned groups, and seized ₹57 lakh cash. The accused are involved in extortion in Manipur, police said Monday.

December 1, 2025

Thane Court Acquits Seven in 2019 Cable Godown Dacoity Case Over Weak Evidence

A Thane court on November 26, 2025, acquitted seven men charged under MCOCA in a 2019 cable company dacoity case. The court found prosecution evidence weak and unreliable. Key eyewitnesses’ testimonies and identification parade were rejected, leading to the full acquittal.

December 1, 2025

Aid Cuts in Africa Threaten HIV Fight: Rising Infections and Service Gaps Reported

Cuts in US, UK, and European aid have hurt HIV prevention and treatment across Africa. UNAids warns of 3.3 million more infections by 2030. Key clinics and services are closing, leaving vulnerable groups exposed.

December 1, 2025

TGA Adds Mental Health and Contraception Warnings for Diabetes and Weight Loss Drugs

Australia’s TGA warns of suicidal thoughts with popular diabetes and weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro. It also advises women on Mounjaro to use extra contraception precautions.

December 1, 2025

Oxford Names 'Rage Bait' Word of the Year 2025 for Online Surge

Oxford University Press has crowned 'rage bait' as the Word of the Year 2025 after a triple rise in online use. The term highlights how anger is used to boost clicks and engagement on social media.

December 1, 2025

VMRDA Targets May 2026 to Complete Seven Roads for Bhogapuram Airport; Validation Flight in December

VMRDA plans to finish seven key roads by May 2026 to boost access to Bhogapuram Greenfield Airport. Validation flight scheduled this December to test airport readiness.

December 1, 2025

India Evacuates Last Indians From Sri Lanka, Boosts Cyclone Ditwah Rescue Operations

India evacuated its final group of 104 stranded nationals from Sri Lanka and stepped up aid for Cyclone Ditwah victims. Rescue teams and helicopters worked in flood-hit regions, while Sri Lanka mourned crew losses during relief efforts.

December 1, 2025

Sri Lanka and Indonesia Deploy Military to Rescue Flood Victims Amid Deadly Rains

Nearly 1,000 people have died in severe flooding in Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Thailand, and Malaysia. Both Sri Lanka and Indonesia have sent military personnel and aid to help victims. While Sri Lanka seeks international aid, Indonesia focuses on sending supplies to isolated villages. Heavy monsoon rains and tropical storms damaged roads and homes across the region.