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.

December 1, 2025

Kerala Police Arrest Co-accused in Big MDMA Case at Karipur Airport

Kerala cops have arrested Shamsudheen at Karipur airport. He was trying to flee after being wanted in a major MDMA drug bust involving 3.5 kg narcotics in Uppala.

December 1, 2025

Supreme Court directs CBI to probe digital arrest scams nationwide; questions RBI on AI in cybercrime fight

The Supreme Court on December 1, 2025, ordered the CBI to conduct a pan-India probe into digital arrest scams. It also asked the RBI why AI isn't used to freeze fraudsters' bank accounts. States must allow CBI access, and telecom providers must curb multiple SIM cards to prevent cybercrime.

December 1, 2025

Indonesia Flood Death Toll Crosses 500; Rescue Operations Ongoing Amidst Devastation

The death toll from deadly floods in Indonesia has passed 500, with many still missing. Rescue and aid continue as floods caused by a rare cyclone hit three provinces hard, leaving thousands stranded and hungry.

December 1, 2025

ESA Plans 2040s Mission to Explore Saturn’s Ocean Moon Enceladus

The European Space Agency (ESA) is preparing a bold mission to Enceladus, Saturn’s icy moon with a hidden ocean. The mission will launch in the 2040s, sending an orbiter and a lander to study water plumes that may hold signs of alien life. This is a unique chance to explore ocean water directly from space geysers.