December 30, 2025

Congress Forgives N.K. Manju After Her Surprise Agali Panchayat Presidency With LDF Support

N.K. Manju resigned as Agali panchayat president after upsetting Congress by winning with LDF support. Congress forgives her but stays alert. UDF now set to govern.

December 30, 2025

Kozhikode Rings in New Year with Music, Fireworks, and Tight Safety

Kozhikode is ready to welcome New Year Eve with music shows, dinner galas, and sparkling fireworks. Police step up patrols to ensure safety, restricting vehicle access near the beach after 5 p.m. Major hotels and malls offer diverse party options from peaceful dinners to DJ nights for all ages.

December 30, 2025

Pawan Kalyan Launches ₹20.77 Crore Drainage Project to Save Konaseema Coconut Farms

Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan laid the foundation for the modernization of Sankaraguptam Major Drain to ease waterlogging and protect over one lakh coconut trees in Konaseema. The ₹20.77 crore project starts early and covers 8.5 km of drain and embankments strengthening.

December 30, 2025

Rare Eastern Imperial Eagles Visit Mudumalai Tiger Reserve During Winter Migration

A pair of rare Eastern Imperial Eagles was spotted at Mudumalai Tiger Reserve this winter. Experts highlight the reserve's role as a key habitat for these migratory raptors and stress the need for tourism controls to protect the sensitive ecosystem.

December 30, 2025

Cecilia Giménez, Creator of the Famous ‘Monkey Christ’ Mural, Dies at 94

Cecilia Giménez, who became world-famous for botching the ‘Monkey Christ’ mural restoration in Spain, has died aged 94. Her artwork brought global attention and new life to the village of Borja.

December 30, 2025

Excise Teams Seize 229 Illegal Liquor Bottles in Telangana Ahead of New Year

Telangana excise teams seized 229 liquor bottles in Pahadishareef and 7 litres more in Sangareddy during special raids against illegal liquor trade before New Year.

December 30, 2025

ECI Bans Physical Hearings for Elderly in West Bengal's Voter List Revision Amid Protests

The Election Commission of India stops summoning elderly and ailing voters for physical hearings in West Bengal's Special Intensive Revision. Mamata Banerjee calls it a 'scam' involving AI deletions of voter names and threatens to gherao the ECI office.

December 30, 2025

Visa Delays Stall Indian H-1B Workers, US Firms Hire Americans, Says Expert

H-1B visa delays leave many Indian workers stuck at home. US companies are hiring Americans instead, says immigration expert Rosemary Jenks. Social media vetting causes long waits, pushing visa appointments to 2026 and 2027.

December 30, 2025

Shivamogga Police Book 177 Ganja Cases, Seize Over 13 Kg Drugs in Two Months

Shivamogga police intensified their crackdown in November and December. They booked 177 cases of ganja use and sale. Over 13 kg of ganja and MDMA worth ₹9.4 lakh were seized.

December 30, 2025

ED Exposes ₹2,883 Crore Corruption in Chhattisgarh Excise Dept; 81 Accused Named

The Enforcement Directorate uncovers a ₹2,883 crore corruption scandal in Chhattisgarh's Excise Department. 81 accused, including top officials and politicians, face charges over illegal liquor sales and bribery.