December 24, 2025

Bombay High Court Orders Maharashtra to Pay ₹50 Lakh Ex Gratia for COVID Death Based on Infection Date

The Bombay High Court directs Maharashtra to grant ₹50 lakh ex gratia to contractual worker's family, citing COVID-19 infection date over death date for eligibility. The court emphasizes fairness and orders payment within eight weeks.

December 24, 2025

Uttar Pradesh Sees Record 1.40 Lakh RTE Admissions in Private Schools in 2025-26

Uttar Pradesh reports a record 1.40 lakh children admitted under the RTE Act in private schools this year. Admissions have more than doubled in five years, showing the success of the state's education policies.

December 24, 2025

ED Charges Syndicate Running Illegal Dabba Trading and Online Betting Across India, Dubai

The Enforcement Directorate has charged a syndicate involved in illegal dabba trading and online betting across Indore, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Chennai, and Dubai. The probe uncovered rigged trading platforms and money laundering worth over ₹400 crore, with assets worth ₹34 crore seized.

December 24, 2025

Israel's President Herzog to Visit Australia After Bondi Terror Attack; New Hate Crimes Database Launched

Israel's President Isaac Herzog will visit Australia early next year following the Bondi terror attack on the Jewish community. Australia also launched a national hate crimes database and passed tough gun laws after the incident.

December 24, 2025

Tamil Nadu Removes 97.4 Lakh Voters in Electoral Roll Revision Amid Controversy

Tamil Nadu's Special Intensive Revision cut 97.4 lakh names from voter lists. Concerns rise over form distribution, visit claims, and deleted voters. Political leaders demand clarity before January 18 deadline.

December 24, 2025

Libyan Army Chief Killed in Turkey Air Crash; Emergency Landing Requested

Libyan army chief Gen Mohammed Ali Ahmed al-Haddad died in a Falcon 50 crash near Ankara, Turkey. The plane lost contact after an emergency landing request shortly after takeoff.

December 24, 2025

Kerala High Court Disposes 1.09 Lakh Cases in 2025; Justice Kunhikrishnan Leads

In 2025, Kerala High Court cleared 1.09 lakh cases, a 6% rise from 2024. Justice P.V. Kunhikrishnan led with 15,026 cases disposed. Pending cases remain high, with many awaiting over a year.

December 24, 2025

Hindu JAC Protests Killing of Deepu Das, Demands Action in Bangladesh

Hindu JAC protested Deepu Das’s murder by extremists in Bangladesh, calling for justice and stronger protections for Hindus and minorities.

December 24, 2025

20 Maoists, Including Leaders, Surrender to Odisha Police in Malkangiri with Arms

Twenty Maoist cadres, including six area leaders and 10 women, surrendered to Odisha Police, handing over weapons. They will get ₹1.84 crore in aid under a new government policy.

December 24, 2025

27 Lakh Voters Excluded from Chhattisgarh Draft Electoral Roll in SIR 2025

Nearly 12.88% or over 27 lakh voters have been excluded from Chhattisgarh’s draft electoral list during the Special Intensive Revision. The Election Commission says genuine voters can join back during the claims phase.