Kerala HC dismisses appeals against ‘Haal’ certification cuts verdict

IANS | December 12, 2025 5:58 PM

Kochi Dec 12 (IANS) In a significant ruling reinforcing artistic freedom, the Kerala High Court on Friday dismissed appeals filed by the Union Government and the Catholic Congress challenging its single judge's order that had quashed the A-certificate and six mandated cuts for the Malayalam film "Haal".

Kiren Rijiju discusses Waqf properties’ registration with AIMPLB

IANS | December 11, 2025 6:10 PM

New Delhi, Dec 11 (IANS) Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Thursday discussed issues related to registration of Waqf properties with a delegation of AIMPLB in the backdrop of over 5 lakh properties being initiated for upload on the UMEED Portal till December 6.

Indian missions across globe celebrate Diwali's inclusion in UNESCO list

IANS | December 11, 2025 12:00 PM

Kingston, Dec 11 (IANS) Several Indian diplomatic missions worldwide celebrated the inclusion of Diwali in UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity -- marking the global recognition of one of India's foremost cultural and spiritual festivals.

'Moment of pride', UNESCO's inscription of Diwali draws cross-party applause

IANS | December 10, 2025 4:08 PM

New Delhi, Dec 10 (IANS) Leaders across party lines on Wednesday welcomed the inclusion of Diwali -- one of India's foremost cultural and spiritual festivals -- in UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, calling it a "commendable" step and a moment of pride for the country.