December 5, 2025

Lok Sabha erupts over lighting of Karthigai Deepam at Madurai hill temple

Lok Sabha was disrupted after DMK accused BJP of stirring communal tension over lighting the Karthigai Deepam lamp at Thirupparankundram, Madurai. BJP hit back, accusing Tamil Nadu govt of blocking worshippers. Supreme Court agreed to hear Tamil Nadu govt's plea against Madras High Court's order allowing the lamp lighting.

December 5, 2025

Sudan's El Fasher Massacre: 60,000 Dead as RSF Seals City, Mass Graves Found

Sudan's El Fasher city looks like a crime scene with thousands of bodies piled up after RSF seized control. Satellite images show mass graves and burning pits. At least 60,000 people are reported killed. Humanitarian aid remains blocked amid fears of famine.

December 5, 2025

Three Militants Held for Threats Against Sangai Festival Participants in Manipur

Three militants linked to the banned G-5 group were arrested in Manipur for threatening Sangai festival attendees. Police promised strict action as investigations continue amid ethnic tensions.

December 5, 2025

VVMC Official Arrested for Role in Deadly Palghar Building Collapse

VVMC Assistant Commissioner Gilson Gonsalves was arrested for failing to act on an unsafe building that collapsed in Palghar, killing 17 in August. This makes six people booked in the case.

December 5, 2025

Rajasthan High Court Upholds Live-in Rights of Couple Below Legal Marriage Age

Rajasthan High Court says two adults can live-in even if they haven’t reached marriageable age. The court stresses constitutional rights can't be denied and orders police protection for the couple facing threats.