December 30, 2025
MEITY directs social media giants to auto-remove obscene content under IT Rules 2021
The Ministry of Electronics and IT has told large social media platforms to use tech to detect and delete obscene and pornographic content. This move follows concerns about rising explicit material online and Supreme Court's call for government action.
J&K Court Grants Bail to Six Policemen in 2023 Custodial Torture Case
A Jammu and Kashmir court granted bail to eight accused, including six police officers, in a grim 2023 custodial torture case involving severe injuries to a policeman. Strict bail conditions were imposed to ensure trial integrity.
Thieves Drill €30m Loot From German Bank in Professional Heist
Thieves used a large drill to break into a German bank and steal €30m in cash and valuables. The well-planned heist hit more than 3,000 safe deposit boxes. Police are investigating with no arrests yet.
HYDRAA Clears 5 Acres of Encroachment at Durgam Cheruvu Lake in Hyderabad
After years of ignored encroachment, authorities have reclaimed 5 acres of Durgam Cheruvu lake in Hyderabad. The area was illegally filled and used as parking space. HYDRAA fenced the cleared area and will investigate further to protect the shrinking lake.
Kashmir Districts Ban VPNs to Stop Security Threats
Kashmir's Shopian, Kulgam, Budgam, and Srinagar have banned VPN use for two months, citing threats to public security and misuse of VPNs for illegal activities.
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