December 1, 2025

Trump Ends Temporary Protected Status for Somalis, ICE Urges Self-Deportation

President Trump has ended the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Somalis in the US. ICE says Somalis should self-deport now or face detention. The move follows fraud claims linked to the Somali community in Minnesota.

December 1, 2025

DoT Orders Sanchar Saathi App Pre-Installed on New Smartphones from March 2026

The Department of Telecommunications mandates smartphone makers to pre-install the Sanchar Saathi app on all new devices sold from March 2026. The app will verify IMEI authenticity to prevent fake phones and help report telecom misuse.

December 1, 2025

TTD Launches Drive to Uniformly Enhance Annaprasadam Quality Across Temples

TTD Executive Officer Anil Kumar Singhal directs standardisation of annaprasadam at all its temples, focusing on taste, hygiene, and service quality. The move includes staff training and detailed reporting plus infrastructure upgrades across key sites.

December 1, 2025

Instagram Uses Video Selfie to Enforce Australia’s Under-16 Social Media Ban

Instagram has begun blocking users under 16 in Australia from December 4. Users under 16 receive notifications and can verify their age via a video selfie or risk account deactivation. Those unable to prove their age may need to submit government ID.

December 1, 2025

South Australians Urged to Donate Oyster Shells to Restore Reefs and Fight Toxic Algal Blooms

South Australia launches a unique reef restoration project using oyster shells donated by locals. The initiative aims to rebuild native oyster reefs to filter ocean water and combat harmful algal blooms devastating marine life.

December 1, 2025

Victoria to Ban Unnecessary Surgeries on Intersex Children with New Consent Law

Victoria will be the first Australian state to ban unnecessary surgeries on intersex children. New laws will stop irreversible procedures until children can consent. The move aims to protect intersex people’s rights and provide better medical support.

December 1, 2025

Telangana Tourism Relaunches Eco-Friendly Cruise Between Nagarjunasagar and Srisailam

Telangana Tourism has started its weekend catamaran cruise between Nagarjunasagar and Srisailam, focusing on eco-friendly travel and safety. The six-hour trip includes guided commentary, refreshments, and games for passengers.

December 1, 2025

Three Arrested for 15 kg Silver Theft in Bowrampet Jewellery Heist

Dundigal Police caught three men who tunneled into a Bowrampet jewellery shop and stole 15 kg of silver. Two were arrested in Rajasthan and one in Telangana. Police continue chasing three other suspects.

December 1, 2025

Secunderabad Police Arrest Habitual Drug Offender Carrying 4.1 Kg Marijuana Worth ₹2.05 Lakh

Secunderabad Railway Police caught a 21-year-old habitual drug offender with over 4 kg of marijuana worth ₹2.05 lakh. The arrest happened during surprise checks at the railway station.

December 1, 2025

Four killed in Russian missile strike on Dnipro amid ongoing Ukraine war talks

A Russian missile hit the eastern Ukrainian city of Dnipro, killing four and wounding 40. This attack comes just before US envoy Steve Witkoff meets Putin. Peace talks continue even as tensions rise between Russia and Ukraine.