Chennai Councillors Demand Return to Zone-Wise Roadwork Tenders Over Delays and Corruption

December 1, 2025

Chennai Councillors Demand Return to Zone-Wise Roadwork Tenders Over Delays and Corruption

Chennai Corporation councillors want to switch back to zone-wise roadwork tenders, citing delays and poor work under the current large-package system. They say DMK promised this change in 2021 but has not acted. Councillors warn big packages cause problems like ignoring local needs and contractor mismanagement.

Election Commission Extends Voter Roll Revision Till Dec 11, Councillors React

December 1, 2025

Election Commission Extends Voter Roll Revision Till Dec 11, Councillors React

The Election Commission has extended the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists till December 11. Councillors say this will improve voter coverage but may add stress for Booth Level Officers (BLOs). The final electoral roll will be out by February 14, 2026.

NIA Raids Eight Sites in Kashmir in Delhi Red Fort Car Blast Probe

December 1, 2025

NIA Raids Eight Sites in Kashmir in Delhi Red Fort Car Blast Probe

The NIA raided eight locations across Pulwama, Shopian and Kulgam on December 1, 2025, probing a white-collar terror module linked to a deadly car blast near Delhi's Red Fort. Key suspect Moulvi Irfan Ahmad Wagay, the module's mastermind, remains in custody as the investigation deepens.

US Lawmakers Demand Answers Over Alleged Follow-Up Strike on Venezuelan Drug Boats

December 1, 2025

US Lawmakers Demand Answers Over Alleged Follow-Up Strike on Venezuelan Drug Boats

US lawmakers press the Trump administration for answers about deadly strikes on Venezuelan drug boats. They vow strong oversight after reports of a second attack on survivors, raising legal concerns and calls for investigation.

BBC Finds Georgia Used WW1 Chemical Weapon Camite on Protesters in 2024

December 1, 2025

BBC Finds Georgia Used WW1 Chemical Weapon Camite on Protesters in 2024

The BBC has found that Georgian police sprayed a dangerous World War One chemical, camite, on protesters last year. Victims suffered long-lasting burns and breathing issues. Experts and whistleblowers confirm the use of this banned agent in water cannons during Tbilisi protests.