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The Central Government has clarified that the new Labour Codes will NOT reduce take-home salary for employees whose Provident Fund (PF) deductions are calculated on the statutory wage ceiling. PF contributions will continue to be calculated on the existing wage ceiling of ₹15,000, meaning employees earning above this amount will not face any compulsory increase in PF deductions. Any PF contribution beyond ₹15,000 remains voluntary and not mandatory. Officials stated that the intention of the new Labour Codes is to streamline labour laws, not to reduce take-home earnings. This clarification has eased concerns among workers who feared reduced salaries under the revised framework.

Hyderabad-based aerospace startup Spantrik has successfully conducted a test flight of its vertical take-off and vertical-landing (VTVL) vehicle, Hopstone, near Hyderabad. The low-altitude test validated critical flight systems — including avionics, thrust-vector control (TVC), and guidance-navigation-control (GNC) — under real conditions, marking a major milestone for the company.  The Hopstone is a small scale test vehicle, meant not for orbit but to validate rocket flight control and landing systems safely before scaling up. With this success, Spantrik is now preparing for its next demonstrator, Leapfrogger, which will further test autonomous VTVL capabilities.  Spantrik’s long-term goal remains ambitious: to build a fully reusable rocket named Raven, aimed at making satellite launches more affordable and accessible.  This success places Spantrik among the handful of Indian startups pushing the frontier of private-sector space innovation — a strong sign that India’s pr...

video link Tolichowki Police Station detected a servant theft case (Cr. No. 249/2025 U/s 306 BNS) and arrested the accused, Smt. Madhuri Anuradha (39), recovering gold jewellery valued at ₹5 lakh. The complaint was filed by Iqbal Ahmed on 04-12-2025, after which police traced the accused and recovered a gold chain with pendant, earrings, ear stud, ring, and four bangles—all weighing 45 grams. The operation was led by SHO L. Ramesh Naik and Crime Team under the supervision of ACP Syed Fiaz, Tolichowki Division.

video link  Suspended TMC MLA Humayun Kabir on Saturday laid the foundation stone for a Babri Masjid–modelled mosque in Rejinagar, Murshidabad, triggering major political tension in West Bengal ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections. The ceremony took place on December 6, the anniversary of the 1992 Babri Masjid demolition, under tight security involving state police, RAF and central forces. While the public stage was set up separately, the actual construction site lies nearly one kilometre away. Thousands of supporters gathered, chanting “Nara-e-Takbeer, Allahu Akbar”, with many carrying bricks as symbolic offerings. Several Islamic scholars, including clerics from Saudi Arabia, were present. Kabir — suspended by the TMC for “communal politics” — remained firm: “Building a mosque is my constitutional right. The Babri Masjid will be built at any cost.” He claimed the project is financially backed with ₹80 crore pledged by a private industrialist, and the full complex — spread over 25...

Cyberabad Police conducted a detailed review at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) today following multiple IndiGo flight cancellations. Senior officials, including the DCP Shamshabad, met with the IndiGo Regional Manager to understand the cause of the disruptions. The airline assured that efforts are underway to restore normal operations as quickly as possible. Police teams inspected major airport points including check-in counters, departure zones, and boarding gates to assess crowd movement and staff readiness. Officials instructed airport authorities to ensure maximum convenience, proper assistance, and smooth handling of passengers during the ongoing disruptions. Passengers have been advised to check flight status regularly as monitoring is ongoing.

video link Hyderabad City Police has launched “Operation Kavach”, a large-scale naka bandi exercise across the city to strengthen law and order. More than 5,000 police personnel have been deployed at 150 checkpoints. Major areas covered include Charminar, Afzal Ganj, Naya Pul, Old City stretches, Bahadurpura, Ansari Road (near Idli Hotel), Falaknuma and surrounding zones, along with multiple other strategic points across Hyderabad. Police teams are checking vehicles, verifying IDs, and monitoring suspicious movements to ensure public safety. Authorities urged citizens to cooperate with security checks and immediately report any suspicious activity by dialing 100.

video link In Parliament today, the serious struggles faced by gig and platform workers were strongly highlighted. The discussion focused on Zomato–Swiggy delivery workers, Blinkit–Zepto riders, Ola–Uber drivers, and Urban Company technicians, who form the backbone of urban services. The speaker emphasized several key issues: 1. Extremely Low Earnings Despite working long hours, gig workers earn very little. Rising fuel costs, vehicle maintenance, and platform commissions further reduce their income. Most workers barely manage to cover their daily expenses. 2. Unsafe Working Conditions Gig workers are constantly exposed to road accidents, late-night risks, customer harassment, and unsafe delivery locations. Yet, they don’t receive proper safety coverage or emergency support. 3. No Job Security Gig workers are categorized as “partners” or “independent contractors” instead of employees. Because of this, they do not receive: PF ESI Paid leave Medical benefits Social security protections 4...

The Bowenpally Police have arrested two prime accused involved in a major hawala racket, recovering ₹4.05 crore in illegal cash transportation linked to Cr. No. 665/2024 under Sections 316(2) and 318(4) BNS. Accused Arrested Prakash Motibhai Prajapathi, 30 years Pragnesh Keerthibai Prajapathi, 28 years Action Taken Acting on credible information, police intercepted the accused in Addakal PS limits, Mahabubnagar, while they were travelling in a Hyundai Creta (MH 49 CL 96). During interrogation, the duo confessed to: Cheating a complainant of ₹50 lakh in a cash–RTGS fraud (August 2024). Illegally transporting ₹4.05 crore hawala money from Nagpur to Bengaluru. The entire seized cash has been taken under panchanama and is currently being verified for source and ownership. Public Advisory Authorities have warned citizens against engaging in illegal RTGS transactions, hawala dealings, or easy-money schemes, urging the public to report any suspicious financial activity to the nearest police s...

video link Union Minister Kiren Rijiju has announced that the government will not impose any penalties for the next three months on individuals or institutions registering Waqf Board properties late on the UMEED Portal. According to the Minister, although the official deadline has not been extended, the Centre has provided a 3-month penalty-free relaxation period so that Mutawallis and Waqf institutions can complete their pending registrations without fear of fines or strict action. The government clarified that this relief is aimed at easing pressure on Waqf bodies and ensuring smooth digital registration of all properties. After the three-month window, regular legal provisions will apply. Further details from the Ministry are awaited.

Hyderabad’s Courts of Honor have begun issuing unique and socially useful punishments to people involved in public nuisance, drinking in public places, and violating traffic rules. Instead of handing out traditional fines, the courts are ordering offenders to perform cleaning duties in public spaces.

The Telangana Government has launched the Sanchar Saathi mobile application to help citizens access multiple welfare schemes through a single platform. The app allows people to upload required documents, check their eligibility, track their application status, and connect with trained field assistants for support. Officials said the initiative will especially benefit elderly citizens, women, and rural families who face difficulties visiting government offices. The goal of the app is to reduce middlemen, increase transparency, and ensure faster delivery of welfare benefits.