December 19, 2025

NSW Premier Seeks 3-Month Protest Ban After Bondi Terror Attack

NSW Premier Chris Minns wants special powers to ban protests for three months, citing risks from pro-Palestine rallies after the Bondi terror attack that killed 15 people.

December 19, 2025

Telangana to Launch Night Time Economy Zones in Hyderabad from January

Telangana government will start Night Time Economy (NTE) zones in Hyderabad from January. Select areas can operate businesses late night without permits, boosting jobs and economy.

December 19, 2025

Tamil Nadu Govt Issues SOP for Safe Conduct of Jallikattu in 2026

The Tamil Nadu government has set strict rules for the 2026 Jallikattu events during Pongal. Clear duties for officials and organisers aim to ensure safety of bulls and tamers, with strict controls on locations and permissions.

December 19, 2025

ED Arrests Jayathri MD Kakarla Srinivas in ₹60 Crore Homebuyer Fraud Case

The Enforcement Directorate arrested Kakarla Srinivas, Jayathri Infrastructures' MD, for cheating and money laundering involving ₹60 crore from homebuyers. ED conducted earlier searches and will produce Srinivas in court December 19.

December 19, 2025

Sekkipatti's Odungakudiyar Bull Symbolizes 300-Year-Old Religious Harmony in Tamil Nadu

In Sekkipatti village, the Odungakudiyar temple bull is a local legend linked to centuries of peaceful coexistence. Hindus and Muslims share festivals, prayers, and traditions, keeping religious harmony alive around jallikattu events.

December 19, 2025

The Exclusive Pari Nagaswaram That Inspired Tamil Hit Thillana Mohanambal

The Tamil hit Thillana Mohanambal features a unique challenge involving the rare Pari nagaswaram, an ancient instrument played only at Tiruvarur's Thyagarajaswamy Temple by a 23rd-generation family.

December 19, 2025

Madhya Pradesh Suspends Blood Bank Staff After 6 Children Test HIV Positive in Satna

Madhya Pradesh suspends blood bank in-charge and two lab technicians after six children tested HIV positive due to infected blood transfusion at Satna hospital.

December 19, 2025

Arrest Warrant Out for Brown University Shooting Suspect; FBI Offers $50,000 Reward

Providence police issued an arrest warrant for the suspect in the Brown University mass shooting that killed two and injured nine. The search continues in Salem, NH, with a rental car linked to the suspect found. The FBI offers a $50,000 reward for information leading to the suspect's arrest.

December 19, 2025

India’s November Exports to US Soar 22.6% Despite Tariffs

India’s exports to the US jumped 22.6% in November 2025, led by smartphone shipments. Despite US tariffs hitting gems and marine sectors, Indian exporters are diversifying globally.

December 19, 2025

Indian Study Finds Common Drug Meclizine Can Boost TB Treatment by Targeting Immune Cell Metabolism

Researchers reveal that the common drug meclizine can reprogram immune cells to make tuberculosis bacteria more sensitive to antibiotics. This discovery could shorten TB treatment and reduce drug resistance.