December 13, 2025

Election Commission Deploys Observers to Clean Up Voter Lists Ahead of Draft Roll Publication

To ensure accurate voter lists, the Election Commission appointed special observers in 8 States and engaged booth-level agents across 12 regions. Draft electoral rolls will publish from December 16-31, with errors checked in advance and online access provided.

December 13, 2025

UDF Breaks LDF Stronghold; NDA Gains in Kozhikode Local Body Polls

UDF gained ground against LDF in Kozhikode local elections, winning more grama panchayats and the district panchayat. NDA doubled its Kozhikode Corporation seats, showing urban strength. LDF holds Kozhikode Corporation by a narrow margin.

December 13, 2025

West Bengal Governor Denied Entry at Salt Lake Stadium Amid Messi Visit Violence

West Bengal Governor C.V. Ananda Bose was stopped from entering Salt Lake Stadium after football fans vandalised property, upset over restricted access to Lionel Messi. Officials promise enquiry, arrests, and ticket refunds.

December 13, 2025

UDF Surges Ahead in Kerala Local Body Elections, Beats Left Front in Panchayats

In Kerala local elections, UDF leads with 505 grama panchayats and 79 block panchayats. LDF wins 340 grama and 63 block panchayats. NDA holds 26 grama seats; no block wins.

December 13, 2025

Central University of Karnataka Cancels Deepa Bhasthi Lecture, Sparking Outcry

The Central University of Karnataka cancelled a special lecture by renowned translator Deepa Bhasthi citing 'technical reasons.' Writers and activists accuse the university of ideological bias and call for action against declining academic standards.