December 25, 2025

Australians to Spend $1.6bn on Boxing Day Sales Amid Warning Against Fake Discounts

Australians are expected to spend $1.6 billion on Boxing Day sales, with overall post-Christmas spending rising. Consumer authorities warn shoppers about misleading discount tactics by major retailers.

December 25, 2025

Karnataka Public Libraries Face ₹526.83 Crore Dues, Hit Kannada Publishers Hard

Karnataka's Department of Public Libraries hasn’t bought new books since 2021 due to ₹526.83 crore unpaid library cess by local bodies, mainly BBMP. Kannada publishers suffer and plan protests. Minister Madhu Bangarappa said book procurement for 2022 titles is underway.

December 24, 2025

Andhra Pradesh Panel Favors Hospitality Plan for Controversial Rushikonda Building

AP government moves closer to final decision on Rushikonda building's future use. Panel suggests a hospitality model balancing public benefit and income, amid strict coastal rules.

December 24, 2025

High $100,000 Fee May Undermine New Wage-Based H-1B Lottery, Warns Indian-Origin Attorney

The US has changed H-1B visa rules to a wage-based lottery. But a proposed $100,000 fee could scare employers away, says Indian-origin lawyer Rahul Reddy. Higher wages mean better lottery chances, but the costly fee might reduce demand and hurt Indian workers.

December 25, 2025

ED Arrests Key Accused in $15 Million Illegal Call-Centre Scam Preying on US Citizens

Enforcement Directorate arrests Chandra Prakash Gupta in illegal call-centre scam that cheated US nationals of $15 million. The scam used fake Microsoft alerts to trick victims into giving remote access and transferring funds.

December 25, 2025

Australians to Spend $1.6bn on Boxing Day Sales Amid Warning Against Fake Discounts

Australians are expected to spend $1.6 billion on Boxing Day sales, with overall post-Christmas spending rising. Consumer authorities warn shoppers about misleading discount tactics by major retailers.

December 24, 2025

CBI Arrests Two Bank Officials for Opening Mule Accounts Used in Cyber Fraud

CBI has arrested two bank officials for opening mule accounts used to transfer money stolen via cyber frauds. The accused worked with organised cybercriminals to guide fraudsters and avoid detection.

December 24, 2025

Cristiano Ronaldo Becomes Football’s First Billionaire with Record Saudi Deal

Cristiano Ronaldo has signed a groundbreaking contract extension with Al-Nassr that made him football’s first billionaire. The massive deal includes a huge salary, bonuses, luxury perks, and a 15% club ownership stake.

December 24, 2025

Cristiano Ronaldo Becomes Football’s First Billionaire with Record Saudi Deal

Cristiano Ronaldo has signed a groundbreaking contract extension with Al-Nassr that made him football’s first billionaire. The massive deal includes a huge salary, bonuses, luxury perks, and a 15% club ownership stake.

December 24, 2025

India Leads Global Doping Offenders in 2024 with 260 Positive Cases, WADA Reports

India recorded the highest number of doping offenders worldwide for the third year in a row with 260 positive cases in 2024, WADA's report reveals. The country's 3.6% positivity rate more than doubles other nations, as athletics, weightlifting, and wrestling see most violations.

December 23, 2025

Karnataka Govt Denies KSCA Permission to Host Vijay Hazare Trophy Match at Chinnaswamy Stadium

Karnataka government has refused permission to KSCA for holding a Vijay Hazare Trophy match on December 24 at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. The decision follows unimplemented safety recommendations after the June RCB stampede that killed 11 people.

December 23, 2025

Beypore International Water Festival Kicks Off Dec 26 with Yacht Trials and Cultural Shows

Beypore International Water Festival 2025 starts December 26 with a yacht trial service, cultural programs featuring locals, and thrilling water sports across seven spots.

December 25, 2025

14 Nations Condemn Israel's Approval of 19 New West Bank Settlements

Fourteen countries including Britain, Canada, and Germany have condemned Israel’s recent approval of 19 new settlements in the West Bank. They say the move violates international law and threatens stability and peace in the region.

December 25, 2025

White House Takes Charge of DOJ Messaging After Epstein File Backlash Rocked Trump Team

After chaos and conspiracy theories hit the Epstein file release, the White House moved swiftly to control DOJ's messaging. Retractions, fake letters, and unfair redactions stirred criticism, but the scrutiny continues with over 700,000 files still to review.

December 25, 2025

Democratic Lawmaker Sues to Remove Trump's Name from Kennedy Center After Controversial Vote

US Representative Joyce Beatty has filed a lawsuit to remove Donald Trump’s name from the Kennedy Center. The board, filled with Trump allies, renamed it without Congress approval. Beatty was muted during the vote and says the change breaks the law. Trump’s name went up amid strong criticism from the Kennedy family and locals.

December 25, 2025

Karnataka Public Libraries Face ₹526.83 Crore Dues, Hit Kannada Publishers Hard

Karnataka's Department of Public Libraries hasn’t bought new books since 2021 due to ₹526.83 crore unpaid library cess by local bodies, mainly BBMP. Kannada publishers suffer and plan protests. Minister Madhu Bangarappa said book procurement for 2022 titles is underway.

December 25, 2025

ED Arrests Key Accused in $15 Million Illegal Call-Centre Scam Preying on US Citizens

Enforcement Directorate arrests Chandra Prakash Gupta in illegal call-centre scam that cheated US nationals of $15 million. The scam used fake Microsoft alerts to trick victims into giving remote access and transferring funds.

December 24, 2025

Delhi Metro Gets ₹12,015 Crore Boost with 16 Km Expansion in Project 5-A

The Union Cabinet approved the ₹12,015 crore Delhi Metro Project 5-A, adding 16 km and 13 stations. This expansion will link key areas and ease Delhi’s traffic and pollution.

December 24, 2025

Maharashtra Waqf Tribunal Extends UMEED Portal Deadline by Six Months

The Maharashtra State Waqf Tribunal has given a six-month extension to upload Waqf property data on the UMEED portal due to ongoing technical problems. The relief starts only when the portal works smoothly 24/7. No penalties will apply to trustees during this extension.

December 24, 2025

ISRO Launches Heaviest Commercial Satellite BlueBird Block-2 into Orbit

ISRO's LVM3 rocket launched the BlueBird Block-2 satellite, the heaviest payload from India, into low Earth orbit for global mobile connectivity. The satellite promises 4G and 5G services directly to smartphones worldwide.

December 25, 2025

Norovirus Spreads Rapidly Across US with New GII.17 Variant Amid Winter Illness Surge

Norovirus cases are rising fast in the US, driven by a new GII.17 variant. This 'winter vomiting disease' spreads alongside flu and COVID, hitting states like California and Michigan hard.

December 24, 2025

Knuckle Cracking Makes a Pop, Not Arthritis: New Science Reveals Truth

Cracking knuckles creates a gas bubble popping sound, not bone damage. Studies, including one by Dr. Donald Unger, prove it does not cause arthritis or harm joints.

December 24, 2025

Why Mosquitoes Bite You More: It's Not Random, Science Explains

Mosquitoes don’t bite randomly. They pick targets by sensing your breath, heat, skin chemistry, and even clothes. Blood type may matter but not for sure. Here’s why you might be a mosquito magnet!

December 24, 2025

Western Hoolock Gibbon Faces Threats in Assam, Tech and Communities Step In

The endangered western hoolock gibbon in Assam’s Hollongapar Sanctuary faces danger from habitat loss, hunting, and train noise. Scientists use genetics and technology to protect them. Local tribes join hands for conservation.

December 25, 2025

Norovirus Spreads Rapidly Across US with New GII.17 Variant Amid Winter Illness Surge

Norovirus cases are rising fast in the US, driven by a new GII.17 variant. This 'winter vomiting disease' spreads alongside flu and COVID, hitting states like California and Michigan hard.

December 24, 2025

Knuckle Cracking Makes a Pop, Not Arthritis: New Science Reveals Truth

Cracking knuckles creates a gas bubble popping sound, not bone damage. Studies, including one by Dr. Donald Unger, prove it does not cause arthritis or harm joints.

December 24, 2025

Why Mosquitoes Bite You More: It's Not Random, Science Explains

Mosquitoes don’t bite randomly. They pick targets by sensing your breath, heat, skin chemistry, and even clothes. Blood type may matter but not for sure. Here’s why you might be a mosquito magnet!

December 24, 2025

Higher Physical Activity Cuts Breast Cancer Risk, Study Says

A new study reveals that more physical activity helps reduce breast cancer risk in Indian women. Age, central obesity, and reproductive history also play key roles. Breast cancer cases in India are rising by 5.6% annually.

December 25, 2025

ED Arrests Key Accused in $15 Million Illegal Call-Centre Scam Preying on US Citizens

Enforcement Directorate arrests Chandra Prakash Gupta in illegal call-centre scam that cheated US nationals of $15 million. The scam used fake Microsoft alerts to trick victims into giving remote access and transferring funds.

December 25, 2025

White House Takes Charge of DOJ Messaging After Epstein File Backlash Rocked Trump Team

After chaos and conspiracy theories hit the Epstein file release, the White House moved swiftly to control DOJ's messaging. Retractions, fake letters, and unfair redactions stirred criticism, but the scrutiny continues with over 700,000 files still to review.

December 25, 2025

Suspected Suicide Bombing Hits Mosque in Borno, Nigeria

A suspected suicide bomber attacked a mosque in Borno state, Nigeria, during evening prayers. Reports say at least seven dead, no official count yet. Militants linked to Boko Haram often target crowded places.

December 25, 2025

SETC Bus Loses Control, Hits Two SUVs Near Thittakudi; Nine Dead, Three Injured

A tragic crash involving a SETC bus killed nine people and injured three near Thittakudi. The bus lost control after a tyre burst and hit two SUVs. Police acted fast, but the accident stalled traffic on a key highway.

December 25, 2025

Sargaalaya Arts and Crafts Festival 2025 Opens with 100 International Stalls

The 13th Sargaalaya International Arts and Crafts Festival has started with a colorful display of handicrafts and 100 stalls from 15 countries and Indian states. It features handloom contests, a flower show, and a tourism expo. The festival runs until January 11, 2026.

December 25, 2025

Thick Mist Hits Roads in Vellore Region, Motorists Face Low Visibility Risks

Thick mist has reduced visibility on key highways in Vellore and nearby districts. Meteorologists link early mist to absence of sea breeze and warn of longer nights and colder weather ahead.

December 24, 2025

Andhra Pradesh Panel Favors Hospitality Plan for Controversial Rushikonda Building

AP government moves closer to final decision on Rushikonda building's future use. Panel suggests a hospitality model balancing public benefit and income, amid strict coastal rules.

December 24, 2025

Kerala Launches 12-Day Vasantholsavam Flower and Light Festival in Kanakakkunnu

Kerala's tourism department kicked off the 12-day Vasantholsavam festival with dazzling light displays and over 35,000 flowering plants. Visitors can enjoy thematic installations, including a giant dragon and illuminated sleigh, plus a chrysanthemum showcase and flower-decor contests.

December 25, 2025

Sargaalaya Arts and Crafts Festival 2025 Opens with 100 International Stalls

The 13th Sargaalaya International Arts and Crafts Festival has started with a colorful display of handicrafts and 100 stalls from 15 countries and Indian states. It features handloom contests, a flower show, and a tourism expo. The festival runs until January 11, 2026.

December 25, 2025

Democratic Lawmaker Sues to Remove Trump's Name from Kennedy Center After Controversial Vote

US Representative Joyce Beatty has filed a lawsuit to remove Donald Trump’s name from the Kennedy Center. The board, filled with Trump allies, renamed it without Congress approval. Beatty was muted during the vote and says the change breaks the law. Trump’s name went up amid strong criticism from the Kennedy family and locals.

December 24, 2025

Kerala Launches 12-Day Vasantholsavam Flower and Light Festival in Kanakakkunnu

Kerala's tourism department kicked off the 12-day Vasantholsavam festival with dazzling light displays and over 35,000 flowering plants. Visitors can enjoy thematic installations, including a giant dragon and illuminated sleigh, plus a chrysanthemum showcase and flower-decor contests.

December 24, 2025

Bombay HC Quashes 12-Year-Old FIR Against Marathi TV Executives Over Shooting Dialogue

The Bombay High Court has quashed a 12-year-old FIR against top media executives over an allegedly offensive dialogue in a Marathi TV serial. The Court ruled the accused had no role in the dialogue and noted important legal oversights in the complaint. The episode aired in 2012, and the case involved caste-based allegations.

December 25, 2025

US Expands Social Media Checks for H-1B Visas, Causing Delays for Indian Workers and Dependents

From December 15, the US added social media screening for H-1B visas and H-4 dependents. This caused passport holds, delays, and temporary refusals. An Indian applicant shared their experience online, urging others to stay patient as emergency requests are still being approved.

December 25, 2025

14 Nations Condemn Israel's Approval of 19 New West Bank Settlements

Fourteen countries including Britain, Canada, and Germany have condemned Israel’s recent approval of 19 new settlements in the West Bank. They say the move violates international law and threatens stability and peace in the region.

December 25, 2025

White House Takes Charge of DOJ Messaging After Epstein File Backlash Rocked Trump Team

After chaos and conspiracy theories hit the Epstein file release, the White House moved swiftly to control DOJ's messaging. Retractions, fake letters, and unfair redactions stirred criticism, but the scrutiny continues with over 700,000 files still to review.

December 25, 2025

Suspected Suicide Bombing Hits Mosque in Borno, Nigeria

A suspected suicide bomber attacked a mosque in Borno state, Nigeria, during evening prayers. Reports say at least seven dead, no official count yet. Militants linked to Boko Haram often target crowded places.

December 25, 2025

Sargaalaya Arts and Crafts Festival 2025 Opens with 100 International Stalls

The 13th Sargaalaya International Arts and Crafts Festival has started with a colorful display of handicrafts and 100 stalls from 15 countries and Indian states. It features handloom contests, a flower show, and a tourism expo. The festival runs until January 11, 2026.

December 25, 2025

US Expands Social Media Checks for H-1B Visas, Causing Delays for Indian Workers and Dependents

From December 15, the US added social media screening for H-1B visas and H-4 dependents. This caused passport holds, delays, and temporary refusals. An Indian applicant shared their experience online, urging others to stay patient as emergency requests are still being approved.

December 25, 2025

Karnataka Public Libraries Face ₹526.83 Crore Dues, Hit Kannada Publishers Hard

Karnataka's Department of Public Libraries hasn’t bought new books since 2021 due to ₹526.83 crore unpaid library cess by local bodies, mainly BBMP. Kannada publishers suffer and plan protests. Minister Madhu Bangarappa said book procurement for 2022 titles is underway.

December 25, 2025

SETC Bus Loses Control, Hits Two SUVs Near Thittakudi; Nine Dead, Three Injured

A tragic crash involving a SETC bus killed nine people and injured three near Thittakudi. The bus lost control after a tyre burst and hit two SUVs. Police acted fast, but the accident stalled traffic on a key highway.