December 5, 2025

Gujarat Electoral Roll Reveals 17 Lakh Deceased Voters Amid Revision Drive

Gujarat's ongoing voter list revision found over 17 lakh deceased voters still registered. The Special Intensive Revision began in November and is set to finish December 11.

December 5, 2025

Telangana’s ₹5 Lakh Crore Industrial Land Policy Sparks Urban Growth Debate in Hyderabad

Telangana's new policy to convert 9,292 acres of industrial land into urban hubs worth ₹5 lakh crore faces sharp criticism. Opposition claims it favors close associates, while government defends it as urban transformation.

December 5, 2025

US Military Kills 4 in Drug Boat Strike, Faces Criticism Over Survivor Attack

The US military killed four people in a strike on a suspected drug boat in the eastern Pacific. The move sparked controversy after footage showed attacks on shipwrecked survivors, drawing lawmaker concerns and defense secretary Pete Hegseth's active role.

December 5, 2025

IndiGo Cancels 102 Flights at Bengaluru Airport Amid Ongoing Disruptions

IndiGo cancelled 102 flights early Friday at Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport. Flight disruptions continue due to pilot rest norms and operational issues. Over 550 flights cancelled nationwide.

December 5, 2025

Australia Faces First Summer Heatwave and Ongoing Tasmanian Bushfires

The east coast of New South Wales is sweating through its first summer heatwave as temperatures soar above 40°C. Meanwhile, Tasmania battles bushfires, with some residents unable to return home. Extreme heat warnings cover multiple regions, and fire dangers remain high.

December 5, 2025

Uttarakhand Begins Pre-Registration for Voter Roll Revision of 2003 Names

Uttarakhand has started pre-registration for the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Voters from the 2003 list aged 40+ will be verified through a new app. The state aims to ensure smooth voter coordination before the upcoming SIR exercise.

December 5, 2025

Man from Prominent Family Found Guilty of Rape in Melbourne Home

A man from a high-profile family was found guilty of digitally raping his friend’s girlfriend inside his Melbourne home. The jury delivered the verdict after under two days of deliberation, rejecting his denials despite his claims of innocence.

December 5, 2025

Nine Fugitive Economic Offenders Owe Banks ₹58,000 Crore; SBI Recovers 52%

Nine fugitive economic offenders owe Indian banks more than ₹58,000 crore. SBI leads with a 52% recovery rate, mainly from Vijay Mallya's case. Other banks recover less than 40%.

December 5, 2025

Baby Fur Seal Wanders Into Richmond Pub, Rescued by Rangers in New Zealand

A curious baby fur seal walked into a craft beer bar in Richmond, New Zealand. Staff quickly acted to keep it safe until conservation rangers arrived to rescue it. The seal was released nearby, marking another unusual but normal visit during the seals' annual ‘silly season.’

December 5, 2025

NZ Police Recover $19,000 Fabergé Egg Pendant Swallowed by Theft Suspect

New Zealand police spent six days monitoring a man who swallowed a $19,000 Fabergé pendant stolen from an Auckland jewellery store. The pendant was safely recovered without medical help. The suspect remains in custody and will face court.