December 11, 2025

US Seizes Skipper Tanker in Venezuela, Exposing Oil Smuggling Network from Iran and Venezuela

The US captured the Skipper oil tanker near Venezuela. The ship faked its location to hide secret oil transfers from Iran and Venezuela, defying sanctions. Experts call it part of a 'dark fleet' involved in illegal oil trade.

December 11, 2025

Telangana HC Fines Govt ₹5,000 Over Illegal Convention Centres Near Lakes

Telangana High Court fined the state government ₹5,000 for failing to file a counter affidavit in a PIL on illegal convention centres near Osmansagar and Himayatsagar lakes. The court refused more time, citing prior directions and environmental concerns.

December 11, 2025

ED Links Film Producer Akash Baskaran to Tasmac Money Laundering Scam

The Enforcement Directorate told Madras High Court that film producer Akash Baskaran and his friend are involved in the Tasmac money laundering case. Searches uncovered key evidence, but legal orders have paused further actions. The case moves ahead in January as courts consider multiple petitions.

December 11, 2025

Austria Bans Headscarves for Girls Under 14 in Schools, Sparking Constitutional Debate

Austria’s lawmakers have approved a ban on headscarves for girls under 14 in schools. The law aims to ‘protect the freedom of girls’ but faces criticism for potential discrimination and Islamophobia, with questions if the constitutional court will overturn it.

December 11, 2025

Chittoor Police Fines ₹1 Lakh on 10 Drunk Drivers in Special Drive

Chittoor police fined 10 motorists a total of ₹1 lakh for drunk driving during a special check. Each got ₹10,000 fines to promote road safety and obey traffic laws.