December 21, 2025

Bengaluru's New Governance Model Unveiled, Civic Polls Likely in 2026

Bengaluru's civic administration now runs under five corporations and the Greater Bengaluru Authority. After five years without elected councils, civic polls are expected in 2026, but reservation controversies may cause delays.

December 21, 2025

Kozhikode Corporation Councillors Sworn In With LDF Leading 35 Seats

Kozhikode’s 76 new councillors took oath in a colorful ceremony led by district collector. LDF holds 35 seats, UDF 28 and BJP 13. First council meeting and mayoral elections set for December 26.

December 21, 2025

Manchester Museum’s Africa Hub Seeks Public Help to Reveal Untold African Stories

Manchester Museum launches its Africa Hub, showing 40,000 African objects with many unknown histories. The museum invites visitors worldwide to share stories and help uncover the origins of these cultural treasures. The project promotes community ties, honesty, and new partnerships for a richer understanding.

December 21, 2025

Fresh Snowfall in Kashmir Revives Tourism and Skiing Excitement Ahead of Holidays

Kashmir's top tourist areas Gulmarg, Pahalgam, and Sonamarg received 2-5 inches of snowfall, delighting tourists and helping the local tourism sector after a long dry spell.

December 21, 2025

21-Year-Old MBBS Student Kavali Nikitha Wins Sarpanch Election in Telangana Village

At just 21, Kavali Nikitha won the Sarpanch seat of Shakhpur village in Telangana. An MBBS student and INC candidate, she aims to improve water, transport, and health services.

December 21, 2025

Pulse Polio Drive in Mysuru Tops Target with Over 2.25 Lakh Children Immunised on Day One

Mysuru's Pulse Polio campaign started strong, vaccinating 2,25,128 children in a day, exceeding the goal. Over 1,600 booths and 4,000 health workers are involved. The drive runs until December 24, reaching migrant and visiting children too.

December 21, 2025

Élysée Palace Steward Arrested for Stealing Silverware Worth €40,000

A silver steward at the Élysée Palace was caught stealing valuable silverware and porcelain worth €40,000. The items came from the French president’s residence and famous Sèvres Manufactory. The suspect and two accomplices tried to sell them online and were arrested. Items were recovered and returned to the palace.

December 21, 2025

Nine Innovative Projects Proposed for Ecological Revival of Vembanad Lake

The Beta Vembanad Forum unveiled nine projects to restore Vembanad Lake. The plans cover waste control, fisheries, pollution filters, and value addition from water hyacinth. Experts, officials, and CSR leaders joined the effort to attract funds for this major wetland revival.

December 21, 2025

Forest Dept Blocks Kumily Panchayat’s Temporary Toilets for Sabarimala Pilgrims

Kumily panchayat’s plan to install temporary toilets for Sabarimala pilgrims was halted by the Forest Department citing Supreme Court rules. Pilgrims face open defecation risks.

December 21, 2025

Visakhapatnam Hosts Vibrant Nagara Natya Sankeertana Rally Ahead of ITDC-2026

Over 200 classical dancers and musicians gathered in Visakhapatnam for the Nagara Natya Sankeertana, a spiritual dance and music rally. This unique event celebrated India's classical arts and set the stage for the International Traditional Dance Congress 2026.