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.

December 2, 2025

Qatar Launches Digital System for Hajj 1447 AH Pilgrim Selection and Registration

Qatar begins digital registration for Hajj 1447 AH pilgrims from December 2, 2025, with new features to ease payments and planning, serving 4,400 pilgrims.

December 2, 2025

Forced Unanimous Polls Threaten Gram Panchayat Democracy, Warns Forum for Good Governance

The Forum for Good Governance warns that unanimous Gram Panchayat elections gained through coercion and auctions endanger democracy. They call for stronger election oversight and verified polls.

December 2, 2025

Seven New Mosques in Abu Dhabi Named After UAE Emirates by President Sheikh Mohamed

Ahead of the 54th Eid Al Etihad, UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed directs naming seven new Abu Dhabi mosques after the Emirates. The mosques will host 6,000 worshippers and open in January 2024, blending tradition and modern design to strengthen faith and unity.

December 2, 2025

Bulgaria Withdraws 2026 Budget After Massive Anti-Corruption Protests

Bulgaria's government pulls its 2026 budget after tens of thousands protest in Sofia and cities over corruption and tax hikes. Violence erupts; 70+ arrested.

December 2, 2025

Supreme Court backs Kerala's plea to extend electoral roll revision deadline amid crunch local elections

The Supreme Court has supported Kerala's request to extend the electoral roll revision by a week beyond December 13 ahead of its key local body elections. The Court has asked Kerala to submit a formal request to the Election Commission by December 3 for urgent consideration.

December 2, 2025

Ajman Sets Guinness World Record with 603 Cars for UAE 54th Union Day

Ajman broke a Guinness World Record by arranging 603 vehicles to spell 'EID AL ETIHAD UAE 54,' celebrating the UAE’s 54th Union Day. The flawless formation wowed judges and the nation.

December 2, 2025

Kerala and Tamil Nadu Partner for Mineral Sand Mining and Value Addition

Kerala and Tamil Nadu have started talks to work together on mining mineral sand from Tamil Nadu’s coast. Kerala’s KMML brings technical know-how, while Tamil Nadu offers resources. They plan a joint venture to turn ilmenite into valuable products, boosting both states’ industries.