December 1, 2025

IMD Forecasts More Cold Wave Days Over North and Central India This Winter

The India Meteorological Department predicts more cold wave days than usual in Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, and other regions this winter. La Nina and fewer rain-bearing western disturbances will deepen the chill from December to February.

December 1, 2025

Just 16% of Kendriya Vidyalayas Teach Regional Languages Five Years After NEP 2020

Five years post-NEP 2020, only 16% of Kendriya Vidyalayas offer regional language classes, while more Navodaya Vidyalayas include local languages. Punjabi leads among KV languages.

December 1, 2025

Karnataka Tiger Reserves Deploy Trained Canine Squad to Fight Wildlife Crime

Ten trained dogs join Karnataka's five tiger reserves to sniff out poachers and track threats. After a year of tough training at Bandipur, these new 'watchdogs' are ready to protect wildlife.

December 1, 2025

Tirupati Hotels Hit by Hoax Bomb Threat, Police Clear Premises

Police and bomb squad checked two Tirupati hotels after email bomb threats on December 1, 2025. No explosives were found, and the threat was a hoax.

December 1, 2025

Gunmen Kidnap Pastor, New Bride in Latest Nigeria Attacks

At least 20 people were kidnapped in two recent attacks in Nigeria’s Kogi and Sokoto states. The victims include a pastor, his wife, a bride, bridesmaids, and worshippers. The attackers stormed a church and a wedding venue, sparking fresh fears amid Nigeria’s rising security crisis.

December 1, 2025

Opposition to 'Play It by Ear' on SIR Protests After Mixed Views at Meeting

Opposition parties on December 1 chose not to take a full stand on protests against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. They will decide based on the government's response to demands for an electoral reforms debate. Protests will continue on December 1 and 2, with a new call due Wednesday.

December 1, 2025

Parvatipuram-Manyam District Opens 16 Waterfalls with Tribal Help, Boosts Eco-Tourism

Parvatipuram-Manyam district is turning its 16 hidden waterfalls into tourist spots with help from local tribes. New access routes and cycle taxis make travel easy. Authorities focus on safety and no-plastic rules, aiming for a tourism rise by Christmas and Sankranti.

December 1, 2025

Ajay Devgn to Build Film City, Telangana Signs Key Tourism Deals at Global Summit

Telangana will sign major MoUs at its Global Summit on Dec 8-9, including Ajay Devgn's film city and Vantara's wildlife night safari. The state also plans a ₹3,000 crore expo centre and three hotels.

December 1, 2025

Supreme Court Asks Centre to Allow Pregnant Woman Pushed to Bangladesh Back to India on Humanitarian Grounds

The Supreme Court on December 1 asked the Centre to consider letting a heavily pregnant woman pushed into Bangladesh earlier this year enter India under strict surveillance. The woman and her child’s return was challenged after the Calcutta High Court ruled the deportation illegal.

December 1, 2025

Kaloor North's Hot Fight: UDF vs LDF with Former IUML Stars in Kochi

Kaloor North division in Kochi is witnessing a fierce election battle. UDF's T.K. Asharaf and LDF's P.M. Harris, both ex-IUML councillors, contest fiercely. With BDJS and others in the race, development and local influence key factors ahead of polls.