December 2, 2025

Supreme Court panel starts Karur visit to oversee CBI probe of Velusamypuram stampede

A Supreme Court-appointed panel led by retired judge Ajay Rastogi began a three-day visit to Karur on Dec 2 to monitor the CBI probe into the Velusamypuram stampede that killed 41 people during a political rally led by actor Vijay.

December 2, 2025

Eleven Fishermen Arrested for Illegal Fishing in Odisha’s Turtle Sanctuary

Eleven fishermen caught fishing illegally in Odisha's Gahirmatha marine sanctuary. Their trawler seized. Total arrests rise to 130 since November. Forest officials warn of danger to Olive Ridley turtles.

December 2, 2025

Kannur Prisoner Accused of Wife Murder Found Dead with Slit Throat

Jilson, held for killing his wife, was found dead in Kannur Central Jail with a slit throat. Police have launched an unnatural death probe amid security lapse claims.

December 2, 2025

Hong Kong Chief Orders Probe into Deadly 151-Death Wang Fuk Court Fire

Hong Kong's leader John Lee has ordered a full investigation into the deadly Wang Fuk Court fire that killed 151. Officials arrested 13 people over suspected manslaughter linked to unsafe building materials. The tragic blaze is the worst in 70 years and sparked demands for reform.

December 2, 2025

Victoria Police Breached Law in 23 Weapons Searches Over 8 Years, 33 Charged Impacted

Victoria Police admitted to breaking the law in 23 weapons searches over eight years. Thirty-three charged or fined people will be notified. The anti-corruption watchdog has been informed. Hundreds more may have been searched illegally during protests in Melbourne.