December 17, 2025

Three Arrested in Hyderabad for Stealing Gold, Silver Worth ₹31 Lakh from Homes

Hyderabad police caught three domestic servants in two cases of high-value theft. Gold and silver ornaments worth around ₹31 lakh were recovered. The accused have been sent to judicial custody.

December 17, 2025

Bengaluru Health Dept Moves to Ban Pigeon Feeding in Public Places Over Health Concerns

Bengaluru's Health Department asks the Urban Development Department to stop feeding pigeons in public areas due to rising health risks. Controlled feeding allowed only in marked zones with fines for rule-breakers.

December 17, 2025

IISc Unveils AI-Powered Digital Podiatry Clinic to Prevent Diabetic Foot Complications

The Indian Institute of Science launched a new Digital Podiatry Clinic (D-PoC) powered by AI firm StrideAide to detect and prevent diabetic foot problems early. The clinic uses smart devices and AI algorithms to screen and manage risks, aiming to reduce foot ulcers and amputations with quick, scalable screenings.

December 17, 2025

Tamil Nadu Agriculture Sees Negative Growth in 2023-25, Experts Urge Focus on Pulses and Non-Food Crops

Tamil Nadu's farm sector has shown negative growth in 2023-24 and 2024-25 amid falling production of pulses, cotton, oilseeds, and sugarcane. Experts stress better coordination and focus on pulses and horticulture to revive agriculture.

December 17, 2025

Rome Metro Opens Two Museum Stations Displaying Ancient Ruins and Treasures

Rome's new Metro C stations, Colosseo-Fori Imperiali and Porta Metronia, open to public with impressive ancient ruins and artifacts uncovered during construction. Commuters can now enjoy history on the go as the metro expands.

December 16, 2025

Ernakulam Karayogam Marks 100 Years with Mohanlal Inauguration

Ernakulam Karayogam's 100th anniversary kicks off December 19, with actor Mohanlal launching the event. The celebrations close on December 25 with Swami Anandavanam Bharati and Union Minister Suresh Gopi attending.

December 16, 2025

Redditor’s H-1B Visa Story Sparks Hope That US System Is Fixing Itself

A Reddit user shared how their H-1B visa application was withdrawn after a role change and job demotion, highlighting flaws in the visa system. The story stirred debate online, with many saying it shows the system is correcting misuse.

December 16, 2025

Karnataka HC Orders Regularisation of 68-YO Contract Worker After 21 Years

The Karnataka High Court ordered the regularisation of a 68-year-old contract worker, Venkatarama Hegde, after 21 years of service at a Sirsi gram panchayat. The court ruled his service must be regularised from 2004, citing Supreme Court judgments. The government was cautioned against denying his rightful benefits.

December 16, 2025

Renukaswamy Murder Trial Starts; Charges Framed Against Actor Darshan and 16 Others

The trial over the killing of Renukaswamy starts on Wednesday. Charges include murder, kidnapping, and conspiracy against actor Darshan and 16 accused. Renukaswamy’s parents will be first witnesses.

December 16, 2025

EU Lowers 2035 Zero-Emission Car Target to 90%, Eases Petrol and Diesel Ban

The EU has eased its 2035 plan, allowing 10% of new cars to be petrol, diesel, or hybrids instead of banning them fully. Carmakers fought for this, citing low electric car demand. Critics warn it could slow the shift to electric vehicles.