December 11, 2025

US expands online checks for H-1B visas; interviews face major delays from Dec 15

Starting December 15, the US will expand online scrutiny of H-1B and H-4 visa applicants. Many interview dates are postponed, some as late as May 2026, hitting India’s IT workers hard.

December 11, 2025

Telangana Kept Scrub Typhus in Check Despite Andhra Pradesh Surge, Warns Residents to Take Care

Andhra Pradesh sees rise in scrub typhus cases and deaths. Telangana health officials say their state is safe but urge caution during December travel and outdoor visits to avoid infection.

December 11, 2025

Eagle Force Busts Alprazolam Racket, Arrests Two in Nizamabad

Eagle Force’s RNCC arrested two men with 500 grams of banned alprazolam during a week-long surveillance in Nizamabad. The main suspect is still absconding.

December 11, 2025

Karnataka HC Bars Police from Oral Summons to Rowdy-Sheeters Without Legal Procedure

Karnataka High Court ruled police cannot orally summon individuals listed as rowdy-sheeters unless accused of a crime. The court stressed the need for proper legal procedure to protect personal liberty. It partly allowed a petition by Silent Sunil, advocating for reform and dignity.

December 11, 2025

Kerala Police Arrest Friend in Student Chithrapriya’s Murder Case

Kerala police arrested a 21-year-old man for the murder of 18-year-old student Chithrapriya. Her body was found days after disappearing. Police link the crime to relationship issues.

December 11, 2025

Youth Congress Leader Booked for Filming Vote During Nedumangad Elections

Nedumangad police have accused Youth Congress leader S.S. Syedali of recording his vote inside a polling booth and posting it on Instagram during local elections. He faces charges under Indian election secrecy laws.

December 11, 2025

Kozhikode to Hold Local Body Elections on December 11 with 3,097 Polling Stations

Kozhikode sets the stage for local elections on December 11, 2025. Over 26 lakh voters will decide among LDF, UDF, and NDA in 3,097 polling stations spread across the district.

December 11, 2025

Kerala Nurse Sentenced to 7 Years for Rape in Scotland After Extradition

Naijil Paul, a 47-year-old nurse from Kerala, was sentenced to seven years and nine months in Scotland. He pleaded guilty to raping and sexually assaulting three women while managing a care home. Paul fled India before his trial but was extradited back to Scotland for sentencing.

December 11, 2025

Nearly One in Three Colorectal Cancer Patients in India Are Under 45, Study Finds

A new study reveals 29% of colorectal cancer patients at Kidwai Memorial Institute in India are under 45, highlighting aggressive cancer types and late diagnosis. Experts call for early screening and greater awareness among young adults.

December 11, 2025

Over 63 Lakh Old Vehicles Still Pollute Delhi Roads Due to Weak Action and Court Order, Says CAQM

CAQM informs Supreme Court that weak enforcement and a top court order let 63 lakh old polluting vehicles run in Delhi-NCR. Strict measures urged to curb winter pollution.