December 9, 2025

Kerala local body polls start amid political clash between UDF, LDF, NDA ahead of 2026 Assembly elections

Polling for Kerala’s first phase local body elections began on December 9, testing UDF, LDF and NDA strength ahead of 2026 Assembly polls. Early turnout in Ernakulam touched 7.88%. Leaders expressed confidence and stressed anti-incumbency and campaign efforts.

December 9, 2025

US Deports Second Group of Iranian Nationals Amid Trump’s Tight Immigration Rule

The US has deported over 50 Iranian nationals on a chartered flight back to Iran, raising concern among Christian converts and LGBT detainees fearing persecution.

December 9, 2025

Trump Unveils $12bn Farm Aid to Support Farmers Hit by Trade Wars

US President Donald Trump unveiled a $12 billion farm aid package to help farmers facing low crop prices and trade war challenges, especially with China. Most funds aim to support row crop farmers and specialty crops. Trump also threatened new tariffs on Mexico over water disputes.

December 9, 2025

Auroville Literature Festival Set for Dec 15-21 with Language Themes and VIP Guests

The Auroville Literature Festival will run from December 15 to 21. It features sessions by language—Sanskrit, Tamil, French, and English. Top guests include Zoho CEO Sridhar Vembu and Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya.

December 9, 2025

Reddit Agrees to Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban but Calls it 'Legally Erroneous'

Reddit will follow Australia’s new rule banning users under 16, starting Wednesday. The platform will verify ages but calls the law arbitrary and not fitting Reddit’s style.