December 20, 2025

Director P.T. Kunju Muhammad Granted Anticipatory Bail in Molestation Case

Kerala court grants anticipatory bail to director and former MLA P.T. Kunju Muhammad. He faces allegations of molesting a woman linked to the film industry during IFFK.

December 20, 2025

Karnataka Cybercrime Losses Soar as Scammers Use New Tricks, Recovery Drops to 6.2%

Cyberfraud tactics in Karnataka have evolved, with scams lasting days and money taken in parts. Recovery rates fell to 6.2%, despite rising losses of ₹2,562 crore in 2024. Police warn new fraud methods will rise and stress speedy reporting helps recover funds.

December 20, 2025

Bangladeshi Man Charged in US for Selling Fake Digital ID Templates Online

Zahid Hasan from Bangladesh faces multiple US federal charges for running illegal websites selling fake digital passports, social security cards, and driver licenses. He earned over $2.9 million from more than 1,400 buyers worldwide.

December 20, 2025

Sikh Parade in South Auckland Disrupted by Brian Tamaki-linked 'True Patriots' Protests

About 50 protesters from the True Patriots group linked to Brian Tamaki’s Destiny Church disrupted a Sikh parade in South Auckland. Police separated the groups to keep peace during the roadblock on Great South Road. Protesters chanted, performed haka, and held banners opposing immigration and 'woke ideology.'

December 20, 2025

Fire Destroys Plastic Unit in Thalassery; No Casualties Reported

A plastic collection unit in Thalassery caught fire on December 20, 2025. Rescue teams quickly controlled the blaze. No one was harmed.