December 2, 2025

Strict Security and Smart Plans for Vaikunta Ekadasi Festival at Srirangam Temple

Collector V. Saravanan has ordered strong security and crowd control for the Vaikunta Ekadasi festival at Srirangam temple from December 19 to January 9, ensuring smooth operations and safety for thousands of devotees.

December 2, 2025

Supreme Court Told EC Has Become ‘Despot’ Over Voter List Revamp

In Supreme Court, petitioners claim the Election Commission’s new Special Intensive Revision (SIR) threatens citizenship and voting rights. They argue it risks disenfranchisement and statelessness by over-scrutinising voters. EC defends its power under Article 324 and calls it necessary for fair elections. The court hears heated arguments on this fresh overhaul of electoral rolls.

December 2, 2025

Costco Sues Trump Government for Full Refund of Illegal Tariffs

Costco has sued the US government to get back all import duties paid under Trump’s emergency tariffs. The move follows court rulings against presidential tariff powers. The case is now with the Supreme Court with billions at stake.

December 2, 2025

Hassan invites CM Siddaramaiah and Ministers for key development event on Dec 6

Hassan district officials invited Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar, and Home Minister G. Parameshwara to launch development projects and hand out land rights certificates on December 6 at the Government Engineering College.

December 2, 2025

Loco Pilots Start 48-Hour Hunger Strike in Hubballi Over Work Conditions

Scores of loco pilots and assistants in Hubballi began a 48-hour hunger strike on December 2. They protest ignored demands for better work hours and safety. Leaders warn of risks due to extra workload and long shifts.