December 17, 2025

Bondi Gunman Charged with 15 Murders in Terror Attack on Jewish Event

Naveed Akram faces 59 charges, including 15 murders, after Sydney's Bondi Beach mass shooting targeting Jewish Hanukkah event. His father was killed in the attack, labelled terrorist by police.

December 17, 2025

Lok Sabha to Debate VB-G RAM G, SHANTI Bills; 100% FDI in Insurance Passed

Lok Sabha will discuss two major bills on December 17, 2025: the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill and the SHANTI Bill. On December 16, the House approved raising FDI in insurance to 100%. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said this move will boost competition and make insurance affordable nationwide by 2047.

December 17, 2025

Cyberabad Traffic Police Issue 43,676 Challans Through WhatsApp in 2025

Cyberabad traffic police used WhatsApp to book 43,676 challans from citizen reports in 2025, collecting over ₹2.52 crore. Wrong parking and helmet violations topped the list.

December 17, 2025

Karnataka Faces New Challenge in Female Foeticide with Portable Ultrasound Devices

Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao says portable ultrasound machines make illegal sex determination harder to track. Authorities are working to tackle female foeticide despite these technological hurdles.

December 17, 2025

Security Guard Injured in Shooting at BJP Candidate's Office in Ambernath, Maharashtra

A security guard was hurt when gunmen fired shots at a BJP candidate's office in Ambernath, Maharashtra, just days before local polls. Police are investigating and have increased security.

December 17, 2025

Gunshots Fired Near Bishnupur, Extra Security Forces Deployed in Manipur

Unidentified gunmen fired shots near Bishnupur, Manipur, on December 16, sparking tension. No injuries reported. Security forces have increased presence. Displaced residents fled again.

December 17, 2025

Australian review flags rat poisons' threat to wildlife but stops short of full ban

Australian review says common rat poisons risk killing native animals. Some products may be canceled but many will stay with stricter rules. Public consultation is underway.

December 17, 2025

Centre Extends Manipur Violence Inquiry Report Deadline to May 20, 2026

The Centre extended the deadline for the Manipur violence inquiry report to May 20, 2026. The three-member commission probes the deadly 2023 ethnic clashes that killed 260 people.

December 17, 2025

Governance Gaps Feed Maoist Rise in India's Tribal Areas: Urgent Reforms Needed

Weak governance and poor political representation in India's tribal Fifth Schedule regions fueled Maoist growth. Laws like PESA and FRA face violations, boosting insurgency. Experts call for stronger local voices and justice reforms to regain trust.

December 17, 2025

Australia's Mid-Year Budget Shows Smaller Deficits but Inflation Rises

Australia’s mid-year budget update reveals smaller deficits and extra funds for mental health and training. But inflation remains high, with possible rate hikes ahead.