December 10, 2025

The Hindu Lit for Life Dialogue 2025 Set for Hyderabad on December 12

The Hindu brings its Lit for Life Dialogue back to Hyderabad on December 12. Leading voices will discuss history, identity, and the changing face of relationships in India during three dynamic sessions.

December 10, 2025

Documentary Reveals Filipino Fishers' Fight in South China Sea After Duterte's Broken Promise

A new documentary exposes the tough life of Filipino fishers in the contested South China Sea. It shows Duterte's unkept promise and ongoing harassment by China. The film faced pressure from China and was dropped from a local festival but chosen abroad.

December 10, 2025

Smart India Hackathon 2025 Ends with Winning Tech Solutions in Blockchain, AI, and Green Tech

The SIH 2025 Grand Finale at VTU, Belagavi saw 120 young innovators race for 36 hours, solving real-world problems. Winning teams from Haryana, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, and Maharashtra grabbed ₹1.5 lakh each for breakthrough ideas in cyber security, AI pollution tracking, logistics, and clean tech.

December 10, 2025

CPI Demands MSP for Paddy, Protests Lack of Procurement Centres in Vizianagaram

CPI leaders protest at Vizianagaram Collector’s office urging the government to set up procurement centres and ensure MSP for paddy. Farmers are forced to sell at low prices due to no support centres.

December 10, 2025

Collector Orders Safety Checks for Godavari River Punts After Accident

Following a punt accident with 80 passengers, Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Konaseema District Collector R. Mahesh Kumar directs officials to inspect boats for safety on the Godavari River.

December 10, 2025

Cline AI Head Stands Firm on 'Imagine the Smell' Joke Amid Racism Backlash

Nik Pash, AI head at Cline, refuses to apologize for 'imagine the smell' comment on a hackathon photo. The remark sparked accusations of racism and death threats online.

December 10, 2025

Cyberabad Police Ban Large Gatherings in Shamshabad Zone Ahead of Gram Panchayat Polls

Cyberabad police have banned any public gathering of more than five people in 10 police station areas of Shamshabad zone during Gram Panchayat elections on December 11 and 14 to maintain peace and order.

December 10, 2025

Telangana BJP Questions ₹5.5 Lakh Crore Investment Claims and Opposes GHMC Expansion

Telangana BJP demands transparency on ₹5.5 lakh crore investments claimed at Telangana Rising Summit. It opposes GHMC expansion, citing political motives, and calls out government over confusing land projects affecting farmers.

December 10, 2025

Police Nab 5-Member Gang Behind House Burglaries in Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka

Sri Sathya Sai police caught a gang responsible for house burglaries across Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka. They recovered gold, silver, and bikes worth nearly ₹40 lakh. The gang operated for two years, hitting homes at night after scouting during the day.

December 10, 2025

Karnataka hate speech Bill faces BJP opposition; Uber brings Namma Metro tickets; Arecanut imports drop in 2024-25

Karnataka’s new hate speech and crime bill met strong BJP opposition in Assembly. Uber launches Namma Metro ticketing in Bengaluru. Arecanut imports from LDECs fall to 1.5% of India’s production.