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Supreme Court Deems Kerala's Request to Extend SIR Form Deadline as "Just and Fair"
Dec 02, 2025 07:02 pm CST
The Supreme Court has advised the Election Commission to consider Kerala's petition to extend the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) form submission deadline beyond December 11, citing the state's upcoming local body elections. With 98.8% of forms distributed and 80% digitized, the court noted the request was "just and fair" to accommodate government employees involved in electoral duties.
BJP Slams Trinamool MP Kalyan Banerjee Over "Judges Talk for TRPs" Comment on Rohingya Issue
Dec 02, 2025 06:33 pm CST
A political controversy has erupted between BJP and Trinamool Congress after MP Kalyan Banerjee criticized Chief Justice Surya Kant's comments on Rohingya refugees. BJP's Shehzad Poonawalla accused Banerjee of attacking constitutional institutions for vote bank politics, while Banerjee claimed judges now "talk more to increase TRPs" rather than focusing on judgments.
Satellite Evidence Reveals Pakistan's Reconstruction at Airbases Targeted in 2025 Indian Strikes
Dec 02, 2025 06:26 pm CST
Recent satellite imagery reveals Pakistan has cleared debris from a UAV hangar at Sukkur airbase and constructed new buildings at Nur Khan Base in Rawalpindi, both targets of the Indian Air Force during Operation Sindoor in May 2025. These reconstruction efforts follow India's deepest strikes into Pakistan since 1971, part of an 88-hour conflict that ended with a ceasefire on May 10 after escalating drone and missile exchanges between the two nuclear powers.
Quick-Thinking Muslim Cleric Uses Mosque Microphone to Save 7 Lives in Sinking Vehicle
Dec 02, 2025 06:16 pm CST
In a heroic act of swift intervention, a Muslim cleric in Assam's Sribhumi district used the mosque's public address system to rally local villagers for an emergency rescue operation, saving seven passengers trapped in a vehicle that had plunged into a pond. Maulana Abdul Basit's quick thinking and community alert proved crucial in the early morning rescue.
Russia's S-500 Prometheus: A Quantum Leap Beyond the S-400 for India's Air Defense
Dec 02, 2025 06:05 pm CST
Russia's S-500 Prometheus air defense system represents a significant advancement over the S-400, offering India enhanced capabilities against advanced aerial threats including hypersonic weapons. This potential co-production agreement could become India's largest defense deal with Russia, extending protection from regional air defense to national-level security with ranges up to 600km and altitude coverage reaching 200km in near-space domains.
Supreme Court Stays POCSO Trial Against Former Karnataka CM BS Yediyurappa: Legal Challenge Continues
Dec 02, 2025 05:55 pm CST
The Supreme Court has temporarily halted trial proceedings against former Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa in a POCSO Act case. The court issued this stay while hearing his challenge to the Karnataka High Court's refusal to dismiss sexual harassment allegations. Yediyurappa's legal team argues that key evidence was ignored, while the case stems from allegations that he molested a 17-year-old girl during a visit to his residence.
Israeli Aerospace Industries Commits to India's 30% Indigenous Content Requirement for Rs 8,000-Crore Mid-Air Refueller Contract
Dec 02, 2025 05:47 pm CST
Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) has emerged as the sole bidder for India's Rs 8,000-crore contract for six mid-air refuelling aircraft, confirming full compliance with the 30% 'Make in India' requirement. If successful, IAI will convert six second-hand Boeing 767 commercial aircraft into tankers, enhancing the Indian Air Force's aerial refuelling capabilities beyond its aging Il-78 fleet.
Madhya Pradesh Welfare Boards Received Rs 8.34 Crore Budget But Operated Without Actual Work for Two Years
Dec 02, 2025 05:41 pm CST
Nine social welfare boards in Madhya Pradesh established before the 2023 elections received Rs 8.34 crore in sanctioned funds but spent two years without disbursing money or helping beneficiaries, while chairpersons enjoyed ministerial perks. A recent Assembly disclosure revealed these boards were dissolved after two years of inactivity despite officials receiving government vehicles and allowances.
Air India A320 Flies Eight Times With Expired Airworthiness Certificate: DGCA Launches Investigation
Dec 02, 2025 05:40 pm CST
The DGCA has initiated an investigation after discovering an Air India Airbus A320 operated multiple flights with an expired airworthiness certificate. The airline has suspended involved personnel and launched an internal probe, calling the incident "regrettable" while reaffirming its commitment to safety standards.
Former Lawrence Bishnoi Associate Shot Dead in Chandigarh Gang-Related Killing
Dec 02, 2025 05:34 pm CST
A former aide of notorious gangster Lawrence Bishnoi was fatally shot in Chandigarh's Timber Market area on Monday night. Inderpreet Singh "Parry" was killed in what appears to be an inter-gang rivalry execution, with more than 10 shots fired by multiple assailants. The 35-year-old had reportedly switched allegiance to rival gangster Goldy Brar and had an extensive criminal history including extortion and attempted murder charges.