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Kerala State Beverages Corporation recorded liquor sales of ₹332.62 crore in the first four days of the Christmas-New Year season beginning December 22, officials said. Sales rose 18.99 per cent from last year. The highest single-day sale was ₹114.45 crore on December 24, with sales expected to rise further ahead of New Year celebrations.
India sealed the five-match T20 series against Sri Lanka with two games to spare after an emphatic eight-wicket win in the third match at Thiruvananthapuram. Fast bowler Renuka Singh Thakur starred with four wickets to earn Player of the Match. Opener Shafali Verma’s unbeaten 79 powered India to chase 112 in just 13.2 overs.
The Maharashtra State Election Commission has directed municipal commissioners to publish polling station-wise voters’ lists, including duplicate names, by January 3, extending the deadline again. The update date is December 27. Elections to 29 municipal corporations, including Mumbai, will be held on January 15, with vote counting scheduled for January 16.
The four-member panel probing IndiGo’s massive flight disruptions has submitted its report to aviation regulator DGCA. Headed by DGCA Joint Director General Sanjay K Bramhane, the committee was formed on December 5. Copies were shared with the Civil Aviation Minister and secretary. Details were not immediately available, officially confirmed.
After a recent TTD board resolution, higher authorities have directed Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams to process voluntary retirement for 33 non-Hindu employees. Staff have been asked to submit consent within 10 days. While nine employees have already opted for VRS, 33 are pending. Reports also suggest some employees identify as Hindu but attend church prayer.
Several powerful explosions shook Kyiv today, a source reported, as authorities warned of an incoming missile threat. Mayor Vitali Klitschko said air defense systems were operating and urged residents to stay in shelters. Ukraine’s air force also issued a nationwide air alert in the early hours, and sirens echoed across the city overnight Saturday.
An explosion tore through the Imam Ali Bin Abi Talib Mosque in Homs’ Alawite district, killing eight and injuring 18 during Friday prayers. Authorities launched an investigation and imposed a security cordon, while residents fear further attacks. Sectarian violence has risen since Assad’s fall, with minority communities increasingly under threat.
The Madras High Court, while hearing a public interest petition, highlighted easy access to adult content by children on the internet. It suggested that India could consider a policy like Australia’s to restrict social media use for children under 16. The court emphasized the need for careful consideration to ensure children’s safety online.
Cybersecurity firm Cyble has detected more than 36 fake RTO e-challan websites. People entering personal and banking details on these sites are at risk of fraud and identity theft. Cyble advises avoiding links from SMS messages, email, or social media and accessing challan details only through the official RTO website.
Research from the University of Mainz in Germany suggests that helping others can reduce stress and anxiety, offering heart health benefits. Individuals focused solely on themselves often face loneliness and elevated cortisol levels, a stress hormone linked to increased risk of heart disease. Acts of kindness may contribute to better cardiovascular well-being.
Mohanlal’s much-anticipated film ‘Vrishabha’, released in Malayalam and Telugu on December 25, recorded a surprisingly low opening. Made on a budget of around Rs 70 crore, the movie earned only ₹70 lakh on its first day, marking one of the lowest openings in the star’s career. The film is directed by Nanda Kishore, with box […]
Kartikeya Padakanti from Telangana received the “Rashtriya Bal Puraskar” from President Droupadi Murmu at a ceremony in Delhi. Hailing from the Medchal-Malkajgiri district, he was recognized for his exceptional talent across multiple fields. The Telangana government and local community expressed immense pride and joy at his remarkable achievement.
Indian equity markets closed lower with benchmark indices under pressure. The Sensex declined 367 points to end at 85,041.45, while the Nifty 50 slipped 100 points to 26,042.30. Midcap and smallcap stocks saw mixed trends, as broader markets largely remained weak amid cautious investor sentiment and selective buying.
In a big move to enhance women’s safety, especially during night travel, the central govt has permitted app-based cab services to offer a female-driver option for women passengers. Platforms such as Ola, Uber, and Rapido will enable this choice during booking, subject to driver availability, following directions issued by the Ministry of Road Transport.
Preparations are in full swing for Vaikuntha Ekadashi celebrations on December 30 at the Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple in Yadagirigutta, TG. Temple authorities are installing temporary grills to facilitate separate darshan arrangements for VIPs. Temple EO Venkat Rao stated that arrangements will be completed by December 29 to ensure smooth celebrations.