Tense Poll Battle in Kizhakkambalam: Twenty20 Faces UDF, LDF Rivals Amid Violence Claims

December 10, 2025

Tense Poll Battle in Kizhakkambalam: Twenty20 Faces UDF, LDF Rivals Amid Violence Claims

Kizhakkambalam panchayat sees a tight fight as the Twenty20 group takes on UDF and LDF. Violence claims arise, parties show strong presence and confidence.

Thiruvananthapuram Local Body Elections: Voter Turnout Drops to 67.42% from 70.02%

December 10, 2025

Thiruvananthapuram Local Body Elections: Voter Turnout Drops to 67.42% from 70.02%

Thiruvananthapuram district recorded a 67.42% voter turnout in local body polls, down from 70.02% in 2020. Nearly 20 lakh voters cast their ballots amid 6,310 candidates fighting for 90 seats.

Leh Apex Body seeks public input for fresh Ladakh proposal to Home Ministry

December 10, 2025

Leh Apex Body seeks public input for fresh Ladakh proposal to Home Ministry

Leh Apex Body (LAB) urges locals to share ideas for a new proposal to the Ministry of Home Affairs on Ladakh’s key issues. It stresses real public involvement over social media talk. LAB also awaits inquiry results on September 24 killings. They demand transparency on who fired the fatal shots.

Tamil Nadu to Launch Second Phase of Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thittam on Dec 12

December 10, 2025

Tamil Nadu to Launch Second Phase of Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thittam on Dec 12

Tamil Nadu will launch the second phase of Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thittam on December 12. Chief Minister M.K. Stalin will lead the event showcasing women empowerment and welfare achievements.

Madras High Court Summons Tamil Nadu Officials Over Karthigai Deepam Contempt

December 10, 2025

Madras High Court Summons Tamil Nadu Officials Over Karthigai Deepam Contempt

Madras High Court summoned Tamil Nadu Chief Secretary and police top brass for disobeying court orders about Karthigai Deepam lighting. The judge also added the Union Home Secretary to the case and warned officials against illegal orders.

IndiGo Cuts 400-500 Flights, Sparks Fare Hike and Passenger Trouble This Peak Season

December 10, 2025

IndiGo Cuts 400-500 Flights, Sparks Fare Hike and Passenger Trouble This Peak Season

IndiGo plans to cut 400-500 flights during peak travel season. This will leave 65,000 to 81,000 passengers stranded daily and raise airfares, while rivals have no spare planes to help.

Varkala Municipality Voting Hits 66.39% Amid Fierce Three-Way Fight

December 10, 2025

Varkala Municipality Voting Hits 66.39% Amid Fierce Three-Way Fight

Varkala municipality recorded 66.39% voter turnout in the 2025 Kerala local elections. LDF, UDF, and BJP battle hard for dominance in 34 wards. Early voting was slow but gained momentum as the day progressed.

54 Groups Warn Against Global Spread of Aadhaar-Like ID Systems Over Privacy Fears

December 10, 2025

54 Groups Warn Against Global Spread of Aadhaar-Like ID Systems Over Privacy Fears

Fifty-four civil society groups and 200+ individuals have raised alarm over promoting Aadhaar-style biometric ID systems globally. They claim these systems risk privacy, social control, and data errors, urging caution as India pushes this tech abroad.

US Sanctions Four People, Four Companies Over Colombian Mercenaries in Sudan Conflict

December 10, 2025

US Sanctions Four People, Four Companies Over Colombian Mercenaries in Sudan Conflict

The US has sanctioned four individuals and four companies for recruiting Colombian mercenaries to fight for Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces accused of genocide and war crimes. The sanctions target a network mainly of Colombian nationals involved in training child soldiers and frontline fighting.

Left Parties Condemn BJP’s Communal Controversy Over Thirupparankundram Hill in Madurai

December 9, 2025

Left Parties Condemn BJP’s Communal Controversy Over Thirupparankundram Hill in Madurai

Five Left parties accuse BJP and Hindutva groups of stirring communal conflict by calling Thirupparankundram Hill the 'Ayodhya of the South'. They reject a Madras High Court order and demand peace.