December 12, 2025

ED Raids 25 Locations in ₹1,000 Crore UP Illegal Cough Syrup Money Laundering Case

The ED conducted raids at 25 sites in Uttar Pradesh, Ranchi, and Ahmedabad in a ₹1,000 crore cough syrup money laundering probe. Main accused fled to Dubai; 32 arrested so far.

December 12, 2025

Meta India Names Aman Jain as New Head of Public Policy

Meta India has appointed Aman Jain as its new head of Public Policy. Starting early next year, Jain will lead policy strategy and join the India leadership team, reporting to Simon Milner, VP of Policy, APAC. With over 20 years of experience, Jain is set to strengthen Meta’s role in India's growing digital economy.

December 12, 2025

NIA Raids Jharkhand Home Linked to ISIS Terror Network

NIA raided Shahnawaj Alam's house in Hazaribagh, Jharkhand, seizing laptops and gadgets in ISIS terror network probe. Alam was arrested in 2023 for terror links.

December 12, 2025

Madras High Court Allows Peaceful Fasting for 50 in Thiruparankundram on Dec 13

The Madurai Bench of Madras High Court permits 50 people to hold a peaceful hunger strike on December 13 at Thiruparankundram. The court stresses this protest is protected as a fundamental right, setting clear rules for the event.

December 12, 2025

Kolkata Unveils Largest Ever 70-Foot Messi Statue Ahead of 2026 World Cup

Kolkata's Sree Bhumi Sporting Club has completed a giant 70-foot iron statue of Lionel Messi holding the FIFA World Cup trophy. Finished in 40 days, the statue will be inaugurated virtually by Messi on December 13, drawing football fans from across West Bengal.

December 12, 2025

Goa Man Alleges Hidden Land Zone Change Aided Club Linked to Deadly Nightclub Fire

A Goa man alleges his salt pan land was secretly changed to settlement zone, benefiting a club tied to a deadly fire. He fights in court for 21 years against wrongful occupation.

December 12, 2025

Maduro Says US Wants Venezuela’s Oil, But Production Limits Pose Challenges

Venezuela’s leader Nicolás Maduro says the US aims to take his country’s oil. Despite huge oil reserves, Venezuela’s production is low. US sanctions and politics make big oil deals tough. Chevron is the only US firm still active. Experts say reviving oil output will take huge investment and time.

December 12, 2025

Kashmir Dips Below Freezing With Cold Wave and Snowfall Forecast

Kashmir recorded low temperatures below freezing, with Pulwama at -5.5°C. Doctors warn of cold-related ailments as dry weather persists. Light snowfall expected from December 13-17.

December 12, 2025

Flood Crisis Hits Gaza As Peace Plan Stalls Over Hostage Issue

Heavy rains flood Gaza, risking 800,000 lives. Peace talks frozen as Israel awaits Hamas to return missing hostage Ran Gvili. Reconstruction delayed amid political deadlock.

December 12, 2025

J&K Legislator Calls for Probe into Carcinogenic Residues Found in Eggs

J&K NC legislator Tanvir Sadiq alerts public on harmful drug residues in eggs. He urges immediate government action to test and trace sources to ensure safety.