December 2, 2025

Deadly Sumatra Floods Kill 708; 504 Missing As Monsoon and Storms Wreak Havoc

Floods and landslides on Indonesia's Sumatra island have killed 708 people and left 504 missing. Heavy rains and tropical storms have hit Asia hard, displacing millions and causing food shortages.

December 2, 2025

Industrial Boom in Monterrey Fuels Toxic Air Pollution Crisis Threatening Residents’ Health

Monterrey, Mexico, faces a severe air pollution crisis from heavy industrial emissions, outrunning many US states in toxic lead and CO2 output. With 5.3 million residents exposed daily to dangerous toxins, protests rise as officials vow action amid mounting health risks.

December 2, 2025

School Bus Burned After Driver and Cleaner Clash in Prakasam District

A school bus caught fire after an argument between its driver and a cleaner in Prakasam district. No students were inside and the driver was injured. Police continue investigating the cause.

December 2, 2025

Telangana STF Busts Ganja Sales, Arrests Six; Over 2.7 Kg Seized

Telangana STF arrested six in Hyderabad over two days for selling ganja. Raids in Nanakramguda, Nampally, and Nehru Nagar yielded 2.7 kg of ganja and other items. Key suspects hailed from Odisha, indicating a supply network. Cases are under ongoing investigation.

December 2, 2025

KKCCI Welcomes New Vande Bharat Timings and Direct Silk Transport from Kalaburagi

KKCCI praises South Western Railway for shifting Kalaburagi-Bengaluru Vande Bharat Express departure to 6:10 a.m. from Jan 1, 2026. The chamber also hails Central Railway's new direct silk transport from Kalaburagi to Ramanagara, aiding sericulturists.

December 2, 2025

Grand 10th Salakatla Brahmotsavams Begin at Dokiparru Mahakshetram with Sacred Rituals

The 10th Salakatla Brahmotsavams started Dec 2 at Dokiparru Mahakshetram with vibrant rituals like Snapan Tirumanjanam and Ankuraropana. Devotees join in prayers for prosperity and welfare.

December 2, 2025

PUCL Alleges Torture Behind Darshan Singamalai's Custodial Death in Karnataka, Seeks Judicial Probe

PUCL blames Vivekanagar police for 28-year-old Darshan Singamalai’s death after alleged torture. They demand a judicial inquiry, action against police, and protection for his Scheduled Caste family.

December 2, 2025

Telangana Gifts Souvenir Kits with Local Snacks at Global Summit

Telangana government will present delegates at the Telangana Rising Global Summit with souvenir kits featuring Pochampally Ikkat and local snack baskets. The event on December 8-9 at Bharat Future City will host global leaders, investors, and ministers.

December 2, 2025

Tamil Nadu Police Use AI to Manage Crowd and Traffic at Kathigai Deepam Festival

Tamil Nadu police have deployed AI tools for the first time to manage massive crowds and traffic at the Kathigai Deepam festival in Tiruvannamalai. Cameras and drones feed live data, alerting officers about crowd density and vehicle numbers to prevent dangers and keep the festival smooth.

December 2, 2025

Madras High Court Rules Only Tenkalai Sect Can Perform Ceremonial Worship at Devarajaswamy Temple

Madras High Court gives Tenkalai sect exclusive rights to recite rituals and hymns at Devarajaswamy Temple. The Vadakalai sect cannot interfere during ceremonial worship. The court upheld laws dating back to 1882, emphasizing peaceful temple worship and official roles.