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SEC to ask Kerala govt. to examine whether postal ballot facility can be expanded in future local body polls

At present, only election officials are eligible for postal ballots in the local body polls in Kerala

7 Dec 2025 5:20 pm
After spending 8 years in prison, man acquitted in POCSO case

The statement of the victim, who was said to be suffering from moderate intellectual disability, contradicted other evidence, said the special court for POCSO Act

7 Dec 2025 4:56 pm
10 blackbucks die due to 'bacterial infection' in Zoological Park in Jharkhand's Jamshedpur

It is suspected to be H.S. (Haemorrhagic Septicaemia), which is a bacterial disease caused by Pasteurella species of bacteria. The disease is also known as Pasteurellosis, Dr. Pragya Lakra said

7 Dec 2025 4:53 pm
Kerala among top States in services employment: NITI Aayog report

As per the study, 48.5% of Keralas workforce is engaged in services as of 2023-24. This is far above the national average of 29.7%

7 Dec 2025 4:52 pm
Nanjangud banana area sees revival as farmers get support, subsidy

Major push to save heritage GI-tagged Rasabale from decline; efforts are underway to revive the fading crop affected earlier by Panama wilt with scientists and horticulture officials working together to save the crop

7 Dec 2025 4:52 pm
Winter migratory birds visit Nilgiris in large numbers, buntings recorded for first time

The Grey-necked Bunting was observed in Kotagiri, while the Black-headed Bunting was sighted in Masinagudi

7 Dec 2025 4:38 pm
Watch: Goa governor visits injured nightclub fire victims at medical college

Goa Governor P Ashok Gajapathi Raju visited six victims of the nightclub fire who are undergoing treatment at the Goa Medical College and Hospital. Talking to reporters outside the GMCH, the Governor termed the fire incident as unfortunate and said that the injured were receiving the best care.

7 Dec 2025 4:28 pm
In Focus Podcast | Artillery at Kargil: How Indias guns turned the tide

In this weekender episode, Major General (Retd.) Lakhwinder Singh on how Indian Army artillery turned the tide in the 1999 Kargil War, from Tololing to Tiger Hill, and the seamless coordination between artillery and infantry in the worlds toughest battlefield conditions.

7 Dec 2025 4:24 pm
Ten fishing boats gutted in massive fire in Kollam

Rescue operations severely hampered by explosion of onboard gas cylinders and poor road connectivity to the area. Despite the challenges, local residents and Fire and Rescue Services manage to prevent a larger disaster by successfully moving eight other moored boats away from the flames

7 Dec 2025 4:18 pm
Environmental protection not merely technical mandate or administrative obligation, but a constitutional guarantee: SC Judge

A renewed commitment to ensure that environmental governance is driven by sustained institutional responsibility, not symbolism, Justice R. Mahadevan said

7 Dec 2025 3:53 pm
T.N. Rising Summit in Madurai sees 91 MoUs, Stalin says focus is on uniform development

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Stalin said his government has taken several initiatives to bring the southern region on par with other regions in terms of industrial progress

7 Dec 2025 3:41 pm
Fee determination order to be produced for renewal of recognition of private schools in Tamil Nadu

The School Education Department has recently amended the Tamil Nadu Private Schools (Regulation) Rules, 2023 to include a fresh sub-rule in this regard

7 Dec 2025 3:30 pm
No good certificate to Jamaat-e-Islami Hind ever, says Kerala CM

CM Pinarayi Vijayan labels Jamaat-e-Islami Hind as anti-social, denying any endorsement from CPI(M) or Left Democratic Front

7 Dec 2025 3:25 pm
Anti-drug activists murder reveals Nellores dark underbelly

Nellore Rural MLA raised funds to support the family of the killed social activist

7 Dec 2025 3:14 pm
ED to chargesheet Gurugram realty company, promoter for multi-crore 'fraud' in PMAY

The ED has alleged that the MD of a Gurugram-based real estate company fraudulently diverted and laundered homebuyers' funds worth 222 crore collected under PMAY

7 Dec 2025 3:14 pm
Armed forces flag day: Governor, CM, Deputy CM contribute to fund

Udhayanidhi Stalin said it was everyones duty to contribute for the welfare of the service personnel and their families

7 Dec 2025 3:11 pm
Govt denies issuing any advisory to stop clean energy funding

The New And Renewable Energy Ministers letter rattled solar manufacturers in India, with many raising concerns that the move could choke funding for the entire sector

7 Dec 2025 3:10 pm
Octogenarian collapses, dies on morning walk at Theosophical Society

According to eyewitnesses, A.K. Siraj developed severe chest pain while walking on the serene campus. Before medical help could arrive, he passed away

7 Dec 2025 2:48 pm
Teaser of The Boys fifth and final season shows a high-stakes face-off with Homelander

The final season will premiere on Prime Video on April 8, 2026, with two episodes, followed by a new episode each week

7 Dec 2025 2:46 pm
Mild earthquake jolts western Nepal

Tremors were felt in Nepal's Sudurpashchim province; no immediate reports of any damage caused by the tremor.

7 Dec 2025 2:37 pm
Soldiers announce apparent military coup in Benin

The group, which called itself the Military Committee for Refoundation, on Sunday (December 7, 2025) announced the removal of the President and all state institutions.

7 Dec 2025 2:32 pm
Watch: Goa nightclub fire tragedy: FIR filed as safety violations come to light

A massive fire at Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in North Goa killed several people, including staff and tourists, exposing severe safety lapses and illegal construction.

7 Dec 2025 2:12 pm
Head Constable accused of stealing cash suspended after FIR filed against him

Zabeeullah, along with his colleague, had seized the car belonging to the suspect at Devanahalli on December 13 and was brought to the station for inquiry; He allegedly later stole the bag containing cash and other valuables

7 Dec 2025 2:01 pm
Court to deliver verdict in actor Dileep rape case on December 8

The case had attracted wide attention as a young woman actor was allegedly abducted and raped inside a moving car, and actor Dileep was arraigned as an accused in the case

7 Dec 2025 2:00 pm
7 Dec 2025 2:00 pm
Mark trailer: Kichcha Sudeep unleashes fury in Vijay Kartikeyaas action entertainer

Mark is set to hit theatres on December 25 on the occasion of Christmas

7 Dec 2025 1:59 pm
IndiGo to operate 11 flights, cancel 10 from Vizag Airport on December 7

Passengers face significant disruptions as IndiGo cancels nearly half of its scheduled flights from Vizag, prompting calls for government intervention to ensure refunds and support for those affected

7 Dec 2025 1:51 pm
7 Dec 2025 1:30 pm
Any kind of threat or intimidation to individual or party will not be tolerated: Tripura CM Manik Saha

Tripura CM Manik Saha said every individual and political party has the right to visit or join programmes anywhere in the State

7 Dec 2025 1:18 pm
IndiGo boards crisis management group regularly monitoring situation: Airline

The board of Interglobe Aviation will take care of the challenges faced by its parent company of IndiGo customers and ensure refunds to passengers

7 Dec 2025 1:07 pm
Procedural lapses dent Telangana Assembly credibility, says BRS MLA Harish Rao in open letter to Speaker

In the letter to Assembly Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar, the former minister also lamented the reduction of the working days of the House

7 Dec 2025 1:00 pm
Vaa Vaathiyaar trailer: Karthi plays a cop who emulates MGR in Nalan Kumarasamys quirky entertainer

Starring Krithi Shetty as the female lead, the film is set to release in theatres on December 12

7 Dec 2025 12:48 pm
Man charged for stabbing attack on North Carolina train; Trump says Democrats destroying U.S. city

Second stabbing incident in Charlotte city since August; magistrate judge said the suspect Oscar Solarzano, 33, was in the U.S. illegally and had previously been deported

7 Dec 2025 12:44 pm
WHO, B-school study shows how digitally unified insurance systems can transform India's healthcare

Indias shift towards unified Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY) offers a unique real-world laboratory for understanding the power of digital integration in healthcare

7 Dec 2025 12:40 pm
Cheetah cub dies after being hit by unidentified vehicle in Gwalior

The nearly 20-month-old cub had ventured out of KNP and got separated from its mother. It died after being hit by an unidentified vehicle

7 Dec 2025 12:31 pm
IndiGo cancels over 220 flights at Mumbai, Delhi airports

The disruptions have resulted in hundreds of flight cancellations and delays in the last few days, causing hardships to thousands of passengers

7 Dec 2025 12:21 pm
Tamil Nadu Government frames rules for sale, exchange, lease and mortgage of temple lands

The Alienation of Immovable Property of the Religious Institutions Rules, 2025 lay down elaborate guidelines

7 Dec 2025 12:20 pm
AUS vs ENG 2nd Ashes Test: Ben Stokes gritty knock keeps Englands hopes alive

Ben Stokes knock kept the day-night match alive at the Gabba and ensured Australia will have to bat again to have a chance of taking a 2-0 series lead

7 Dec 2025 12:13 pm
Land acquisition delays hamper execution of railway projects in Tamil Nadu: Union Minister Vaishnaw

Ashwini Vaishnaw, in Parliament, said that the Centre is geared up to execute projects. However, success depends upon the support of the Tamil Nadu Government

7 Dec 2025 12:08 pm
How students can build a career in solar power

The industry is growing rapidly, and it needs the energy, creativity, and commitment that students bring

7 Dec 2025 12:00 pm