December 5, 2025

Arunachal Pradesh Congress demands minister's resignation for threatening development funds over election results

Arunachal Congress demands resignation of Rural Development Minister Ojing Tasing for allegedly threatening to withhold funds where BJP candidates lose in upcoming panchayat elections.

December 5, 2025

Gynaecologist Dr. Jayashree and Son Found Dead at Shivamogga Home; Suspected Suicide

Dr. Jayashree, 57, and her son Aakash, 34, were found dead at their Shivamogga residence on December 5. Police suspect suicide after finding a letter at the scene.

December 5, 2025

Bhavani Deeksha 2025 Registration Open via Mobile App for Devotees

The Sri Durga Malleswara Swamyvarla Devasthanam has launched the Bhavani Deekshalu App for easy registration of devotees attending the Bhavani Deeksha events from December 11-15, 2025. Registration is mandatory for Guru Bhavanis to ensure smooth, organised ceremonies.

December 5, 2025

Sonnerat’s Shrew Photographed in Nilgiris After 200 Years, Sparks Rediscovery Hopes

A rare shrew species thought extinct, Sonnerat’s shrew, was photographed in Nilgiris after more than two centuries. Experts call it a high-confidence record, but DNA tests and more studies are needed to confirm its identity.

December 5, 2025

Ad Standards Find SA Transport Ads Claiming Natural Gas 'Clean and Green' Misleading

South Australia's transport department must remove ads on Adelaide buses that called compressed natural gas (CNG) 'clean and green'. The advertising watchdog ruled the claims false and misleading, as CNG is a potent greenhouse gas source. The department now reviews its messages as electric buses replace CNG ones.

December 5, 2025

Delhi HC Upholds Centre’s Rule Barring Color Blind Candidates from CAPF, Assam Rifles

Delhi High Court has ruled in favor of the Centre’s 2013 guidelines, which ban recruits with defective vision or color blindness from joining CAPFs and Assam Rifles. The decision came after three recruits were discharged during training for color blindness, confirming the policy as fair and necessary for operational safety.

December 5, 2025

Netflix Set to Acquire Warner Bros in Massive $82.7 Billion Deal

Netflix, which started as a mail-order DVD service, is now ready to buy Warner Bros. This $82.7 billion deal gives Netflix control of iconic movies and shows that shaped Hollywood.

December 5, 2025

Markets Bet on RBA Rate Hike in 2026, Pressuring Mortgages and Housing Prices

Financial markets now expect the Reserve Bank of Australia to raise interest rates in 2026. Rising inflation and a hot property market are driving this shift, signaling tougher times ahead for homebuyers and borrowers.

December 5, 2025

Supreme Court Grants Bail to Tribal Man Detained Two Years Without Chargesheet

The Supreme Court granted bail to a 55-year-old tribal man held for two years without chargesheet by Assam Police under UAPA. The court called the detention “wholly unjustified” and termed it illegal custody.

December 5, 2025

Australian TikTok Influencer Pushes Unapproved Peptides Like Retatrutide Amid Safety Concerns

A 21-year-old Australian fitness influencer promotes unapproved peptides, including retatrutide, on TikTok. Despite risks and legal restrictions, peptides are booming in a grey market with little oversight.