December 11, 2025

North Goa Bans Fireworks Inside Tourist Spots After Deadly Nightclub Fire

Following a tragic fire that killed 25 in a North Goa nightclub, authorities have banned fireworks, sparklers, and pyrotechnics inside all tourist places. The ban aims to prevent similar disasters in hotels, bars, and event venues across North Goa.

December 11, 2025

ED Attaches ₹1.52 Crore Property in Bihar Ex-DIG Shivendra Priyadarshi Corruption Case

The Enforcement Directorate has attached property worth ₹1.52 crore linked to former Bihar DIG Shivendra Priyadarshi for corruption and money laundering. The probe reveals misuse of official position over two decades.

December 11, 2025

Kerala’s second phase local polls kick off in northern districts with 1.53 crore voters

Voting started in Kerala’s seven northern districts for the second and final phase of local body elections. Over 1.53 crore voters can choose representatives from 38,994 candidates. Strict security is in place across 18,274 polling stations. Counting is set for December 13.

December 11, 2025

Haryana Doctors Extend Strike Indefinitely Despite Government Order

Over 3,000 Haryana government doctors have extended their strike indefinitely, shutting down OPD, emergency, and post-mortem services. They demand promotion reforms and career progression while the government deploys replacement doctors and urges a dialogue.

December 11, 2025

Odisha Forms Panel to Resolve Mahanadi River Water Dispute with Chhattisgarh

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced a high-level committee, chaired by Deputy CM Kanak Vaardhan Singh Deo, to guide efforts in resolving the Mahanadi River water dispute with Chhattisgarh.

December 11, 2025

US Consulate in India Reschedules H1B, H4 Visa Interviews to Early 2026, Impacting Thousands

Thousands of Indians waiting for H1B and H4 US visas have had their interviews delayed to March-May 2026. Many risk losing jobs and family time abroad as appointments are pushed months ahead.

December 11, 2025

NSW Cuts Workers' Compensation for Psychological Injuries, Freezes Premiums

NSW Labor and Coalition struck a deal to raise the impairment threshold for psychological injury claims from 15% to 25%, cutting support and freezing premiums to help businesses avoid a 36% hike.

December 11, 2025

Bombay High Court Seeks Maharashtra Home Minister's Response on Custodial Death Probe Guidelines Delay

The Bombay High Court has been asked to summon Maharashtra Home Minister Devendra Fadnavis for failing to create clear rules on custodial death investigations despite court orders. The plea follows the death of Somnath Suryawanshi in prison and highlights ongoing legal gaps harming timely justice.

December 11, 2025

Telangana Gram Panchayat Elections 2025 Phase 1 Begins with 5.6 Lakh Voters

The first phase of Telangana Gram Panchayat Elections 2025 started on December 11, with voting from 7 am to 1 pm. Over 56 lakh voters will choose Sarpanch and Ward Members. Vote counting begins at 2 pm.

December 11, 2025

Man Dies in Queensland Zip Line Fall; Wife Injured as Wire Grip Fails at Jungle Surfing

A man died and his wife was seriously hurt when their zip line wire came loose at Jungle Surfing Canopy Tours in Queensland. Investigators say the wire grip was not tight enough, failing safety standards. A coronial inquest is set for March 2024 to examine the cause and safety measures.