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Kerala will hold the first phase of local body elections tomorrow in 11,168 wards across 595 local bodies, with heavy security. The second phase is on December 11, and votes will be counted on December 13. Over 36,000 candidates are contesting, and the state has more than 2.84 crore voters for the 2025 polls.
A new study warns that extreme floods in the Central Himalayas may become up to 80% stronger by 2100 due to high greenhouse gas emissions. The Karnali River simulation shows such major floods could occur every 5–10 years. Researchers say rainfall, not melting snow, will cause most of the increase, urging urgent emission cuts.
The Telangana government has approved the holiday list for 2026. Government employees will get 27 general holidays and 26 optional holidays next year. Banks will have 23 holidays. The official order was issued by Chief Secretary Ramakrishna Rao. These holidays will apply to all government offices and banks across the state.
The Golden Globe Awards 2026 nominations are out, with ‘One Battle After Another’ leading with nine nods, including Best Film, Director and Actor. The 83rd Golden Globes will take place on January 11, 2026, hosted by Nikki Glaser. The full list includes top films, TV shows and performances across drama, comedy, and international categories.
A Delhi court has delayed the bail decision for the Kartavya Path protest accused to December 9 because the judge is unwell. Parents expressed frustration over repeated delays. Lawyers said students have exams soon. Police arrested 23 people for protests over air pollution, involving slogans, a scuffle, and pepper spray incidents.
Indian Railways has banned employees from vlogging, making videos, or live streaming while on duty or inside railway areas. The South Eastern Railway said filming in stations, cabins or workshops is unsafe and breaks rules. Staff using phones for non-essential work will face action. Other zones may issue similar orders soon.
India’s equities remain resilient, but global uncertainty is driving investors toward gold. Factors include geopolitical tensions, rising US debt, recession fears, de-dollarisation and central banks buying gold. Gold acts as a safe haven, outperforming equities. With growing economic risks, gold’s appeal is set to attracting risk-averse global investors.
Tollywood’s Tharun Bhascker stars in ‘Om Shanti Shanti Shantihi,’ a Telugu remake of the Mollywood hit ‘Jaya Jaya Jaya Jaya Hey.’ Eesha Rebba plays the female lead. The teaser has been released today and shows a fun rom-com with quirky moments, Tharun pretending to love IPL, and a breezy vibe. The film releases January 23, […]
Hyderabad hosted its first-ever Picnic Rave, “Joy Jam – A Picnic Party!” on December 6, blending sunset picnics with live music, games, art activities, and chocolate fountains. Guests enjoyed chill zones, creative workshops, and a mass balloon release. The event offered a nostalgic, stress-free alternative to clubs, winning hearts and promising more editions.
OpenAI clarified after users reported seeing ads in ChatGPT. Screenshots showing brand prompts were actually app suggestions, not ads. Paid users were also affected, causing confusion. OpenAI has temporarily disabled these prompts and said no ad tests are running. Any future ads, if introduced, will be transparent and optional.
Telangana BJP sees growing unrest as Armoor MLA P. Rakesh Reddy criticizes leadership and calls for strategic changes to win elections, citing poor performance in recent polls. He follows Raja Singh, who resigned after N. Ramchander Rao became state president. Both highlight dissatisfaction with current leaders and urge fresh candidates to strengthen the party.
Indian cuisine, celebrated for its regional diversity and rich flavors, ranks 13th globally in TasteAtlas’ 2025/26 list. From northern parathas to southern coconut dishes, staples like Butter Garlic Naan, Amritsari Kulcha, and Garam Masala highlight its appeal. This recognition showcases India’s growing global influence in culinary traditions.
Actors Roshan Kanakala and Sakshi Mhadolkar star in the film ‘Mowgli 2025,’ which is set to hit theaters on Dec 12. Directed by Sandeep Raj, the action-romance has reportedly sold its post-theatrical rights, with ETV Win acquiring digital rights and ETV taking satellite rights. Teasers and trailers have kept the film trending.
Moody’s criticizes IndiGo for poor preparation for aviation regulations, calling it credit negative. Flight disruptions affected over 1,000 services nationwide, amplified by the airline’s market dominance. DGCA issued a show-cause notice. IndiGo has refunded Rs 827 crore and returned 4,500 bags. Shares fell 8.28% to Rs 4,926.55.
Elon Musk confirmed xAI’s Grok 4.20 will launch in 3–4 weeks, likely late December or early January. The model, spotted on Alpha Arena, outperformed GPT-5.1 and Gemini 3 Pro in simulated stock trading. Grok 4.20 promises better reasoning, financial analysis, and real-world problem-solving, while full features will be revealed at launch.