December 9, 2025

Madras High Court asks Ministry to decide on cinema halls in airport zones; PVR INOX multiplex in Chennai to continue for now

The Madras High Court has asked the Ministry of Civil Aviation to decide if cinemas can operate inside airport zones. Meanwhile, PVR INOX's five-screen multiplex at Chennai Airport's Aerohub will stay open until a policy decision is made.

December 9, 2025

Karnataka to Launch 700 KPS Magnet Schools Amid Protests Over School Mergers

Karnataka plans 700 new KPS Magnet Schools to boost quality education and merge small schools. The move faces protests from locals and student groups demanding no school closures.

December 9, 2025

MYBUILD-25 Expo in Mysuru From Dec 11 to 15 Showcases Latest Construction Trends

The Builders’ Association of India, Mysuru chapter, will hold MYBUILD-25 from December 11–15 with 300 stalls featuring new building materials and construction innovations. The event also includes Dakshina Parva 2.0, a Southern Region builders conference, plus charity stalls by BAI’s ladies wing supporting worker families.

December 9, 2025

Tanzania’s Heavy Security Foils Independence Day Protests, Streets Stay Deserted

Tanzania’s cities are quiet and guarded as police stop protests planned for independence day. Residents stay indoors under tight security. Authorities banned protests saying they threatened stability.

December 9, 2025

Jakarta Office Fire Kills 22 After Battery Explosion at Drone Company Building

At least 22 people died in a fire at a Jakarta office building. The fire began with a battery explosion on the first floor of a drone company headquarters. Firefighters rescued trapped workers as thick smoke spread through the seven-storey building.