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Key Developments in India: Election Commission Ruling, Cyclone Update, and Political Maneuvering

Chennai, December 1, 2025 – A mix of political developments, natural events, and international assistance marked the beginning of December in India. Here’s a look at the top stories:

  • Election Commission Ruling: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has rejected arguments from Opposition parties in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) case, asserting that while the Union government can investigate foreign citizenship acquisition, its authority is limited. This decision follows debate over the necessity and intent of the SIR across nine states and three Union Territories.

  • Cyclone Ditwah Weakens: Cyclone Ditwah has weakened into a deep depression but remains a threat. The Regional Meteorological Centre reported the weather system would be centered over the southwest Bay of Bengal, close to the coasts of North Tamil Nadu and Puducherry this morning. Tidal waves triggered by the cyclone were seen in Chennai.

  • Border Tensions: In West Bengal’s North 24 Parganas district, security is tight at the Hakimpur border check post with heightened surveillance and checks on villagers.

  • Tragic Accident: A collision between two Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC) buses near Nachiyarpuram in Sivaganga district resulted in 11 deaths and 50 injuries on Sunday.

  • Name Change Proposal: The Union Home Ministry (MHA) has suggested changing the name of “Raj Bhavans” to “Lok Bhavans,” citing the colonial connotations of the former.

  • Political Wrangling: The Congress party is pushing for a debate on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), while the Centre is focused on commemorating the 150th anniversary of the national song, Vande Mataram. Meanwhile, Maharashtra Minister Manikrao Kokate criticized alliance partner BJP for “creating splits and divisions” and DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin alleged that former AIADMK MLA K.A. Sengottaiyan switched party on BJP leader Amit Shah’s advice.

  • Kohli’s Comeback: In sports news, Virat Kohli’s stellar performance led India to a 17-run victory over South Africa in the first ODI, silencing critics questioning his place in the team.

  • Verstappen Wins: Max Verstappen secured victory at the Qatar Grand Prix, intensifying the Formula 1 title race, which will be decided in Abu Dhabi next weekend.

  • Sri Lanka Relief: Over 300 Indians were evacuated from flood- and landslide-affected Sri Lanka by the Indian Air Force (IAF) and landed in Thiruvananthapuram.

  • Judicial Precedent: Supreme Court Justice B.V. Nagarathna emphasized the importance of upholding past judgments, stating that they should not be easily overturned by subsequent benches.

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