Severe Cold Wave Hits North Karnataka; Temperatures 4-6°C Below Normal

December 19, 2025

Severe Cold Wave Hits North Karnataka; Temperatures 4-6°C Below Normal

North Karnataka faces a severe cold wave from December 19 to 23. Temperatures fall sharply with Bidar recording the state’s lowest at 5.5°C. KSNDMC issues yellow alerts and urges safety measures.

AP Backward Classes Association Seeks New Panchayat for Three Villages in Vizianagaram

December 19, 2025

AP Backward Classes Association Seeks New Panchayat for Three Villages in Vizianagaram

The Andhra Pradesh Backward Classes Association wants a new panchayat for three Vizianagaram villages to ensure better roads and services for 15,000 residents.

Victorian Judge Slams Police for Cruel Hourly Night Checks Affecting Murder Trial

December 19, 2025

Victorian Judge Slams Police for Cruel Hourly Night Checks Affecting Murder Trial

A Victorian judge called police welfare checks on detainees 'idiotic' and 'cruel' after they woke accused murder suspects every hour at night. The judge moved a trial from Shepparton to Melbourne, citing unfairness due to sleep deprivation.

UK Puberty Blocker Ban Sparks Suicide Risk Warning for Trans Youth in Australia and New Zealand

December 19, 2025

UK Puberty Blocker Ban Sparks Suicide Risk Warning for Trans Youth in Australia and New Zealand

A UK study found that banning puberty blockers harms transgender youth, causing severe distress and increasing suicide risks. Experts warn similar bans in Australia and New Zealand will lead to tragic outcomes.

Chamarajanagar Launches Campaign to Refund ₹30.51 Crore in Unclaimed Bank Deposits

December 19, 2025

Chamarajanagar Launches Campaign to Refund ₹30.51 Crore in Unclaimed Bank Deposits

Chamarajanagar Zilla Panchayat starts ‘Your Money, Your Right’ campaign to return ₹30.51 crore in unclaimed bank deposits to original owners. RBI joins hands to trace depositors and settle accounts, aiming to boost economic activity.

UN Report Shows Gaza Food Supplies Improving but 100,000 in Catastrophic Condition

December 19, 2025

UN Report Shows Gaza Food Supplies Improving but 100,000 in Catastrophic Condition

UN-backed experts say food supplies in Gaza have improved since the ceasefire, but 100,000 people still face severe hunger. Half a million live in famine-hit areas. Israel denies the report’s claims. The situation remains highly fragile with risks if violence resumes.

Congress Workers Detained in Mysuru Protest Against BJP Over National Herald Case

December 19, 2025

Congress Workers Detained in Mysuru Protest Against BJP Over National Herald Case

Congress workers in Mysuru tried to siege BJP office protesting misuse of agencies against Sonia and Rahul Gandhi. Police detained and later released protesters.

TGSPDCL Installs 100+ Pole-Mounted Transformers in Hyderabad to Save Space and Boost Safety

December 19, 2025

TGSPDCL Installs 100+ Pole-Mounted Transformers in Hyderabad to Save Space and Boost Safety

TGSPDCL has installed more than 100 pole-mounted transformers in Hyderabad. This new system saves space, cuts installation time to one day, and improves safety and maintenance.

Supreme Court Rejects Stay on CBI Probe Against Punjab Police DIG Bhullar in Assets Case

December 19, 2025

Supreme Court Rejects Stay on CBI Probe Against Punjab Police DIG Bhullar in Assets Case

The Supreme Court refused to stay the CBI investigation into Punjab Police DIG Harcharan Singh Bhullar in a disproportionate assets case. The court said the Punjab and Haryana High Court is already hearing the matter. Bhullar was arrested in October after a corruption raid found cash, jewellery, luxury items, and firearms at his residence.

India's Forex Reserves Rise $1.689 Billion to $688.949 Billion: RBI

December 19, 2025

India's Forex Reserves Rise $1.689 Billion to $688.949 Billion: RBI

India's forex reserves jumped $1.689 billion to $688.949 billion for the week ending December 12, driven by gains in foreign currency assets and gold reserves, according to RBI data released on December 19.