December 1, 2025

Centre Panel to Meet Dec 10 to Fill CIC Vacancies, Supreme Court Told

The Centre informed the Supreme Court that PM Modi's panel will meet on December 10 to select names for the Chief Information Commissioner and others. The court sought state data on vacancies as backlog hits 30,000 cases.

December 1, 2025

Trump Urges Maduro to Quit Power Immediately, but Venezuelan Leader Refuses

Donald Trump reportedly told Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro to step down at once in a rare phone call. Maduro declined, seeking global amnesty. The call, confirmed by Trump, revealed high tensions amid US threats and Venezuela’s crisis.

December 1, 2025

Karnataka Pledges to Be AIDS-Free by 2030, Says Health Minister

Karnataka's Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao announces the state's goal to eliminate AIDS by 2030 at the World AIDS Day event. He urges public cooperation and stresses the importance of early treatment and awareness to stop the spread of HIV.

December 1, 2025

Kerala Orders BJP Leader S. Suresh to Repay ₹4.16 Crore for Cooperative Losses

Kerala Cooperative department has ordered BJP State general secretary S. Suresh and others to pay ₹4.16 crore for losses in the Peringammala Labour Contract Cooperative Society. Suresh denies allegations, calling them an election stunt.

December 1, 2025

Hong Kong Arrests 13 Over Deadly Fire; Two Civilians Held Under National Security Law

Hong Kong police arrested 13 people, including construction company staff, for manslaughter in a massive fire killing 151. Two civilians were also detained under national security laws after calling for accountability, sparking public criticism.

December 1, 2025

Yamuna Pollution Persists in Delhi Due to Sewage and Waste Gaps, Says Jal Shakti Ministry

The Jal Shakti Ministry reveals Delhi’s Yamuna pollution is caused by untreated sewage, missing treatment plants, project delays, and solid waste shortfall. Delhi spent ₹5,536 crore over three years on cleaning efforts.

December 1, 2025

Rohingya Domestic Help Gang Raped in Bengaluru, Accused Threaten Victim

A 20-year-old Rohingya domestic help in Bengaluru was gang raped at knife point by her neighbour. Despite threats and bribes to drop the case, she demands justice. Police arrested two suspects; others remain at large.

December 1, 2025

Cyclone Ditwah Brings Heavy Rain to Tamil Nadu, Weakens into Deep Depression

Cyclone Ditwah has weakened into a deep depression but still caused heavy rain in Tamil Nadu on December 1. Strong winds hit Marina Beach as officials in Andhra Pradesh issue alerts in Prakasam, SPSR Nellore, and Tirupati.

December 1, 2025

Maharashtra Local Body Polls Start Dec 1 for 288 Bodies Amid Supreme Court Push

Maharashtra kicks off local body elections on December 1, 2025, for 242 municipal councils and 46 nagar panchayats in a major political test. Voting will decide over 6,800 members and 288 presidents with over 1 crore voters. Some areas postponed to December 20 due to legal challenges.

December 1, 2025

Cyclone Ditwah Hits Nellore with Heavy Rain; IMD Issues Orange Alert

Cyclone Ditwah caused heavy rainfall in Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh. Light rain continued on December 1. IMD issued orange alerts for Nellore and Tirupati, with heavy rains expected until December 5.