December 11, 2025

JSS AHER Hosts India BioImaging Meeting to Boost Advanced Research in Mysuru

JSS Academy held the first India BioImaging Meeting in Mysuru to push biological imaging research. Experts from 22 centers joined to share resources and skills. New India-Europe partnership was launched.

December 11, 2025

Devotees Flock to Mahalakshmi Temples in Vizianagaram and Srikakulam for Margasiram Celebrations

On the third Thursday of Margasiram month, Goddess Mahalakshmi temples in Vizianagaram and Srikakulam saw huge crowds offering special pujas. Devotees performed Ksheerabhisekham and kumkum puja, with some lucky ones directly worshipping the deity, a rare opportunity in these temples.

December 11, 2025

US Seizes Largest Oil Tanker Off Venezuela in Anti-Terrorism Operation

The US took control of one of the biggest oil tankers ever seized near Venezuela. It is accused of carrying sanctioned oil tied to terrorism. This marks a sharp escalation in pressure on Nicolás Maduro's government.

December 11, 2025

NSW Health Resists Lowering Blood Lead Level Limits for Children in Broken Hill

NSW Health ignored government calls to lower blood lead limits from 5 to 3.5 μg/dL for children in Broken Hill, despite risks to brain development. Nearly 90% of Aboriginal children exceed the lower level, but officials cited resource limits and privacy concerns.

December 11, 2025

MP Allegra Spender Warns Sydney's Luxury Apartment Boom Is Killing Affordable Housing

Sydney’s move to replace old flats with fewer luxury apartments is causing a drop in affordable homes. MP Allegra Spender urges urgent action to protect housing for workers and youth.

December 11, 2025

Delhi High Court Told Labour Courts Will Hear Cases Until New Tribunals Are Set Up

The Delhi High Court on December 11 was told that current labour courts and industrial tribunals will keep hearing cases until new tribunals under the Industrial Relations Code 2020 are formed. The court asked the government to ensure a smooth changeover and will hear the matter again on January 12.

December 11, 2025

Austria Bans Headscarves in Schools for Girls Under 14, Citing Gender Equality

Austria has passed a law banning headscarves for girls under 14 in all schools. The government calls it a move for gender equality, but critics warn of religious discrimination and constitutional issues.

December 11, 2025

Poland Arrests Russian Archaeologist Wanted by Ukraine Over Crimean Site Damage

Poland has arrested Aleksandr B, a Russian archaeologist accused by Ukraine of illegal digs and damaging an ancient Crimean city. The Warsaw court has held him for extradition. Russia protests the arrest, calling it 'legal tyranny.'

December 11, 2025

Low Voter Turnout Shakes Political Scene in Pandalam Municipality Ahead of Crucial Fight

Pandalam municipality, a BJP stronghold in south Kerala, saw voter turnout drop to 71.28% from 76.35% in 2020. The dip has stirred nervousness among all parties in a fierce three-way contest. Sabarimala issues and protests fueled intense campaigns close to polls.

December 11, 2025

Iranian Child Bride Spared Execution After Family Accepts £70,000 Blood Money

Goli Kouhkan, a child bride on death row in Iran, avoided execution after her late husband's family was paid £70,000 in blood money. Kouhkan was jailed for seven years over her husband's death during an abusive fight. The controversial qisas law and gender bias in Iran's justice system remain hot topics.