December 11, 2025

Austria Bans Headscarves for Girls Under 14 in Schools, Sparking Constitutional Debate

Austria’s lawmakers have approved a ban on headscarves for girls under 14 in schools. The law aims to ‘protect the freedom of girls’ but faces criticism for potential discrimination and Islamophobia, with questions if the constitutional court will overturn it.

December 11, 2025

The Hindu Hosts School Science Festival and Ramanujan Spark Quest in Hubballi on Dec 20

The Hindu is holding a School Science Festival and Ramanujan Spark Quest (Maths and Science Olympiad) on December 20 at Hubballi. Open to students from classes 6 to 10, the event includes innovative science projects and a 50-question Olympiad with cash prizes, trophies, and certificates for winners.

December 11, 2025

James Webb Telescope Spots Earliest Known Supernova from Universe's Dawn

The James Webb Space Telescope has detected the earliest supernova ever seen. This stellar explosion happened in a small galaxy within the first billion years after the Big Bang. It shows how the first massive stars lived short, fiery lives and shaped young galaxies with heavy elements.

December 11, 2025

Chittoor Police Fines ₹1 Lakh on 10 Drunk Drivers in Special Drive

Chittoor police fined 10 motorists a total of ₹1 lakh for drunk driving during a special check. Each got ₹10,000 fines to promote road safety and obey traffic laws.

December 11, 2025

India Coast Guard Detains Pakistani Fishing Boat Inside Indian EEZ, 11 Crew Held

India's Coast Guard caught a Pakistani fishing vessel inside Indian waters on December 10. Eleven crew members are in custody, now with Gujarat police for investigation. This highlights India's sharp eye on its sea borders and strict maritime laws.

December 11, 2025

Three Killed in Deadly Autorickshaw-Bus Crash on Hill Highway

A fatal crash between an autorickshaw and a tourist bus near Mavila on Hill Highway killed three people early Thursday morning. The autorickshaw driver and two passengers died, despite hospital efforts to save them.

December 11, 2025

6th Kochi-Muziris Biennale Opens with 66 Artists Across 22 Venues

The biggest art festival in India, Kochi-Muziris Biennale, kicks off with a grand flag hoisting and inauguration by CM Pinarayi Vijayan. Featuring 66 artists from 25 countries, this 110-day festival spreads over 22 venues with vibrant events and performances.

December 11, 2025

Kurnool DIG Opens Rakshak Fuel Station in Adoni; Profits Aid Police Welfare

Kurnool DIG Koya Praveen inaugurated the Rakshak HPCL fuel station at Adoni. Profits will fund the Police Welfare Fund. SP Vikrant Patil inspected Adoni police station and urged focus on drunken driving, property crimes and cyber awareness.

December 11, 2025

Karnataka Braces for Cold Wave as Temperatures Fall Sharply from Dec 12-16

Karnataka’s south interior and Malnad regions will see a big drop in minimum temperatures from December 12 to 16. The KSNDMC forecasts 4-6°C below normal, causing cold wave to severe cold wave conditions in parts of the state.

December 11, 2025

Royal Caribbean Sued After Man Dies Under Restraint and Body Stored on Cruise

A wrongful death lawsuit claims Royal Caribbean kept a man’s body in a fridge after he died following violent restraint on a cruise. The man was served 33 drinks before a fatal confrontation with crew.