December 2, 2025

Over 17,000 Complaints on Jal Jeevan Mission, 84% From Uttar Pradesh

Nearly 17,036 complaints on poor work and irregularities in Jal Jeevan Mission projects have been reported. Uttar Pradesh leads with 84% of these complaints. Government action has been taken against officials and contractors involved.

December 2, 2025

Central Prison Finds Hidden Mobile Phone in Washroom Amid Major Smuggling Probe

Officials at Central Prison found a hidden mobile phone with SIM in a washroom during surprise checks. This is the fourth FIR related to recent raids that uncovered over 50 phones and SIM cards. Police suspect a staff-inmate nexus behind smuggling and are probing a possible phone racket inside the prison.

December 2, 2025

DSEL Orders Removal of Stray Dogs from Schools Amid Animal Activist Opposition

The Department of School Education and Literacy orders removal of stray dogs from schools and PU colleges after Supreme Court directive. Animal activists strongly oppose the move and demand cancellation.

December 2, 2025

Cyclone Ditwah Stalls Near Chennai, Causes Heavy Rains With Slow Movement

Cyclone Ditwah stalled near Tamil Nadu coast for hours, causing heavy rainfall near Chennai. Meteorologists say rare atmospheric conditions slowed the cyclone's movement and made forecasting difficult.

December 2, 2025

DGCA Probes Air India for Using Aircraft Without Valid Airworthiness Certificate

DGCA has launched an investigation into Air India after it operated eight flights using an Airbus A320neo whose airworthiness certification had expired. Air India reported the issue and suspended staff involved.

December 2, 2025

Strict Security and Smart Plans for Vaikunta Ekadasi Festival at Srirangam Temple

Collector V. Saravanan has ordered strong security and crowd control for the Vaikunta Ekadasi festival at Srirangam temple from December 19 to January 9, ensuring smooth operations and safety for thousands of devotees.

December 2, 2025

Madras High Court Orders YouTube to Block Water Energiser Review Over Defamation

The Madras High Court has stopped YouTube from showing a video review that damages a company's reputation. The court granted an interim injunction against the YouTube channel ‘Buying Facts’ for a disparaging review of Nannir Water Source LLP's water energiser.

December 2, 2025

Supreme Court Told EC Has Become ‘Despot’ Over Voter List Revamp

In Supreme Court, petitioners claim the Election Commission’s new Special Intensive Revision (SIR) threatens citizenship and voting rights. They argue it risks disenfranchisement and statelessness by over-scrutinising voters. EC defends its power under Article 324 and calls it necessary for fair elections. The court hears heated arguments on this fresh overhaul of electoral rolls.

December 2, 2025

Costco Sues Trump Government for Full Refund of Illegal Tariffs

Costco has sued the US government to get back all import duties paid under Trump’s emergency tariffs. The move follows court rulings against presidential tariff powers. The case is now with the Supreme Court with billions at stake.

December 2, 2025

57 Teams Battle in 48-Hour National Hackathon at BLDE Institute Vijayapura

A national-level 48-hour hackathon at BLDE Institute in Vijayapura saw 200 students from 57 teams showcase creative and technical skills, solving real-world problems and winning top prizes.