December 17, 2025

Water Supply in Kaloor to Resume on Dec 17 After Pipeline Burst

Water supply in Kaloor and nearby areas stopped on Monday after a pipeline burst. The Kerala Water Authority plans to restore it by Wednesday, December 17, 2025.

December 17, 2025

EU to Regulate Short-Term Rentals and Tackle Housing Crisis by 2026

The European Commission plans rules on short-term rentals like Airbnb and aims to ease the housing crisis by curbing speculation and boosting affordable homes across the EU by 2026.

December 17, 2025

Tamil Nadu Sees 611 New Oil Outlets by Oct 2025 Despite Urban Petrol Bunk Shutdowns

Tamil Nadu's oil sector grows with 611 new retail outlets launched till October 2025. Highways get more fuel points while urban petrol bunks close due to real estate demand and rising costs.

December 17, 2025

Bengaluru Health Dept Moves to Ban Pigeon Feeding in Public Places Over Health Concerns

Bengaluru's Health Department asks the Urban Development Department to stop feeding pigeons in public areas due to rising health risks. Controlled feeding allowed only in marked zones with fines for rule-breakers.

December 17, 2025

Tamil Nadu Agriculture Sees Negative Growth in 2023-25, Experts Urge Focus on Pulses and Non-Food Crops

Tamil Nadu's farm sector has shown negative growth in 2023-24 and 2024-25 amid falling production of pulses, cotton, oilseeds, and sugarcane. Experts stress better coordination and focus on pulses and horticulture to revive agriculture.