December 5, 2025

44th Annual Kalasha Jyoti Procession Lights Up Indrakeeladri in Devotion to Goddess Kanaka Durga

The 44th Bhavani Deeksha Kalasha Jyoti procession for Goddess Kanaka Durga was held Thursday evening with thousands of devotees lighting kalashas and chanting ‘Jai Jai Durga’. The grand event atop Indrakeeladri began at 6 p.m. from Satyaranayanapuram Ramakoti with sacred rituals and a decorated chariot.

December 5, 2025

FBI Arrests Brian Cole in 5-Year Hunt Over Pipe Bombs Near DNC, RNC Before Jan 6 Riot

After five years, Brian Cole was arrested for placing pipe bombs near Democratic and Republican offices before the January 6 Capitol riot. The homemade bombs did not explode. Authorities acted on new forensic evidence to close this long-unsolved case.

December 5, 2025

US Military Strike Killing Survivors Off Venezuela Draws War Crime Accusations, Calls for Video Release

A secret video showing US military killing two survivors off Venezuela has shocked lawmakers and rights groups. Congress demands full investigation and release of footage.

December 5, 2025

Aster Ramesh Hospitals Performs Awake Heart Bypass Surgery on Critical Patient

A 76-year-old critical patient with Myasthenia Gravis underwent coronary artery bypass without general anaesthesia at Aster Ramesh Hospitals in Vijayawada. The surgery used an ‘awake bypass technique’ with epidural anaesthesia, and the patient is recovering well.

December 5, 2025

Supreme Court Orders 30% Women Reservation in State Bar Council Elections

The Supreme Court has directed the Bar Council of India to reserve 30% seats for women in upcoming State Bar Council elections. This move aims to boost the representation of women and uphold constitutional values. The BCI must comply by December 8 and include reservation in all elected and office-bearer posts.

December 5, 2025

Bangalore Cabinet Clears ₹2,215 crore Tunnel-Flyover Project from Hebbal to Mehkri Circle

Bangalore government approved a new ₹2,215 crore tunnel and flyover project between Hebbal Junction and Mehkri Circle. This aims to reduce local traffic congestion and modify the twin tunnel plans between Hebbal and Silk Board. The project includes a rotary interchange and will be built by the Bangalore Development Authority.

December 4, 2025

Law Commission Defends Election Commission's Power in Simultaneous Polls Bill

The Law Commission told a parliamentary panel that the Election Commission's power in the Bill for simultaneous Lok Sabha and Assembly polls is not excessive. It said the Bill does not violate the Constitution's basic structure or federal spirit and needs no ratification from states.

December 4, 2025

Father of Journalist Arfaz Daing Files FIR Over Illegal House Demolition by JDA

The father of journalist Arfaz Daing filed a police complaint against the JDA Vice Chairman after their 40-year-old house was illegally demolished in Jammu. The family alleges no prior notice and police helped the demolition team.

December 4, 2025

Supreme Court Allows One-Week Stay on Demolition of Bareilly Houses, Urges High Court Appeal

The Supreme Court refused to stay demolition of two Bareilly homes after clashes linked to Tauqeer Raza Khan's protest call. It granted a one-week interim status quo and urged petitioners to seek relief in the High Court.

December 4, 2025

Bengaluru Cyber Crime Constable Accused of Stealing ₹11 Lakh From Suspect During Interrogation

A Bengaluru Cyber Crime head constable is accused of stealing ₹11 lakh from a suspect during questioning at police HQ. Police are investigating, but no arrest yet.