December 1, 2025

ATF Prices Rise 5.4%, Commercial LPG Rates Cut by ₹10 in December Fuel Update

On December 1, 2025, Aviation Turbine Fuel prices in India jumped by 5.4%, hitting nearly ₹99,677 per kilolitre in Delhi. Meanwhile, commercial LPG cylinders saw a ₹10 price cut. This marks the third consecutive ATF hike, adding cost pressure on airlines, while domestic LPG prices remain steady.

December 1, 2025

Maharashtra Woman 'Marries' Boyfriend's Corpse After Family Kills Him; Demands Death Penalty

A 21-year-old woman in Maharashtra 'married' her boyfriend's corpse after he was shot dead by her father and brothers over a fight. She vows to seek justice and demands they be hanged.

December 1, 2025

Deadly Asia Floods Kill Over 1,000 in Four Countries

Floods and landslides in Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Malaysia have killed more than 1,000 people. Rescue teams and military forces race to find survivors as waters begin to recede in some areas.

December 1, 2025

India's Manufacturing PMI Slows to Nine-Month Low Amid US Tariff Concerns

India's manufacturing growth slowed sharply in November. The HSBC India Manufacturing PMI dropped to 56.6 from 59.2 in October. Slower sales and US tariffs hit exports, while business confidence fell to a three-year low. India hopes a trade deal with the US this year will ease tariff pressures.

December 1, 2025

SC Flags Pressure on Anganwadi Workers for Tamil Nadu Voter List Update

The Supreme Court raised concerns over Anganwadi workers forced into Booth Level Officer work under threat of jail and job loss during Tamil Nadu’s voter list update. The court will address the issue soon as deaths linked to electoral work mount across states.

December 1, 2025

Seven Arrested Including Militants with ₹57 Lakh Cash in Manipur Extortion Crackdown

Security forces arrested seven people, including three militants from banned groups, and seized ₹57 lakh cash. The accused are involved in extortion in Manipur, police said Monday.

December 1, 2025

Thane Court Acquits Seven in 2019 Cable Godown Dacoity Case Over Weak Evidence

A Thane court on November 26, 2025, acquitted seven men charged under MCOCA in a 2019 cable company dacoity case. The court found prosecution evidence weak and unreliable. Key eyewitnesses’ testimonies and identification parade were rejected, leading to the full acquittal.

December 1, 2025

Aid Cuts in Africa Threaten HIV Fight: Rising Infections and Service Gaps Reported

Cuts in US, UK, and European aid have hurt HIV prevention and treatment across Africa. UNAids warns of 3.3 million more infections by 2030. Key clinics and services are closing, leaving vulnerable groups exposed.

December 1, 2025

TGA Adds Mental Health and Contraception Warnings for Diabetes and Weight Loss Drugs

Australia’s TGA warns of suicidal thoughts with popular diabetes and weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro. It also advises women on Mounjaro to use extra contraception precautions.

December 1, 2025

Oxford Names 'Rage Bait' Word of the Year 2025 for Online Surge

Oxford University Press has crowned 'rage bait' as the Word of the Year 2025 after a triple rise in online use. The term highlights how anger is used to boost clicks and engagement on social media.