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Waterfront development project in Mangaluru partially complete

Facilities created on the 450-m stretch on the bank of the Netravathi are ready for commissioning

7 Dec 2025 5:40 pm
Arundhati Roys beedi and the Republic of What-if

What if the National Tobacco Control Programme falls apart because one novelist looks cool on a cover?

7 Dec 2025 5:29 pm
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
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
Japan, Australia urge calm after Chinese radar locks on Japanese jets

Japan formally protested the incident, calling it an extremely regrettable act and a dangerous one that exceeded the scope necessary for safe aircraft operations, countrys Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi said

7 Dec 2025 4:03 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
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
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
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
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
We were going to speak on Christmas now Im left with regret: childhood friend grieves Hyderabad student who died in U.S. fire

Sahaja Reddy Udumala, a Masters student in New York, succumbed to severe burn injuries affecting nearly 90% of her body

7 Dec 2025 11:47 am
Russia says it downed 77 Ukrainian drones overnight

The war has increasingly featured long-range drone and missile strikes far from the front lines, as each side seeks to hit military, logistics and energy assets deep in the others territory

7 Dec 2025 11:40 am