December 25, 2025

Tamil Nadu Federation Flags Poor Quality M-Sand from Unauthorised Units

Tamil Nadu's Sand Lorry Owners Federation warns of poor M-sand quality due to 4,000 unauthorised units. Only 478 units approved by PWD. Shortage means fake sand in use, risking construction quality.

December 25, 2025

Andhra Pradesh Sets Wheat Atta Price at ₹20/kg from January 2026 Under PDS

Andhra Pradesh government fixes wheat atta price at ₹20 per kg for PDS starting January 2026. This move eases consumption and improves nutrition among beneficiaries.

December 25, 2025

Narsapuram Crochet Lace Exports Surpass ₹150 Crore Mark Amid Global Demand

Exports of Narsapuram crochet lace products crossed ₹150 crore by December end. About 15,000 artisans, 60% women, craft this GI-tagged lace, mainly for Europe, USA, and the Middle East.

December 25, 2025

CCPA Fines Vision IAS ₹11 Lakh For Misleading UPSC Coaching Ads

The Central Consumer Protection Authority fined Vision IAS ₹11 lakh for hiding facts in UPSC coaching ads. This is the first penalty for repeat offence, exposing false claims about their students' success.

December 25, 2025

Gujarat ACB Files FIR Against Ex-Surendranagar Collector in ₹67.5 Lakh Bribery Money Laundering Case

Gujarat Anti-Corruption Bureau registers FIR against ex-collector Rajendrakumar Patel and three others after ED arrests deputy mamlatdar Chandrasinh Mori in a bribery-linked money laundering case involving ₹67.5 lakh.

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 25, 2025

Sydney to Hobart Race Faces Cold, Wet Weather; Cyclone and Fire Warnings Hit West Australia

The Sydney to Hobart yacht race will see cold, wet, and bumpy seas with strong southerly winds but no repeat of last year's deadly storms. Meanwhile, Western Australia braces for Cyclone Grant and extreme heat fire danger this Christmas.

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 25, 2025

Andhra Pradesh Revises Land Survey Numbers for Amaravati Institutions

The Andhra Pradesh Government has updated land survey numbers for various institutions in Amaravati's Capital Region. These changes affect over 120 acres across educational, government, and private sectors, with other allotment terms unchanged.

December 25, 2025

Gujarat ACB Files FIR Against Ex-Surendranagar Collector in ₹67.5 Lakh Bribery Money Laundering Case

Gujarat Anti-Corruption Bureau registers FIR against ex-collector Rajendrakumar Patel and three others after ED arrests deputy mamlatdar Chandrasinh Mori in a bribery-linked money laundering case involving ₹67.5 lakh.

December 25, 2025

Tamil Nadu Promotes 13 IAS Officers to Top Grades Effective January 2026

Tamil Nadu government has promoted seven IAS officers to Chief Secretary grade and six officers to Principal Secretary grade starting January 1, 2026.

December 25, 2025

Andhra Pradesh Govt Transfers Key Roads in Guntur to GMC for Maintenance

The Andhra Pradesh government has approved handing over several district and state highway roads within Guntur city limits to the Guntur Municipal Corporation for maintenance, aiming to improve road upkeep and urban infrastructure.

December 25, 2025

Navi Mumbai International Airport wows with 1,515-drone show before opening

Navi Mumbai International Airport held a spectacular drone show with 1,515 drones on December 24, ahead of its commercial launch on December 25, 2025. The show featured stunning aerial designs like lotus blooms and the airport logo.

December 25, 2025

VTuber Neuro-Sama Questions Her Reality, Sparks Viral Debate on AI Consciousness

Neuro-Sama, an AI VTuber, stunned Twitch viewers by asking if she could ever be real. Her live stream hit record highs and went viral, sparking debates on AI self-awareness and digital identity.

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 25, 2025

Study Finds Fragmented Breast Cancer Tests Lead to Misdiagnosis; Calls for One-Stop Centres in India

A study of 12,000+ women reveals multiple test centres cause misdiagnosis and repeat breast cancer tests. Experts call for one-stop centres in India for fast, accurate care.

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 25, 2025

Andhra Pradesh Sets Wheat Atta Price at ₹20/kg from January 2026 Under PDS

Andhra Pradesh government fixes wheat atta price at ₹20 per kg for PDS starting January 2026. This move eases consumption and improves nutrition among beneficiaries.

December 25, 2025

UAE’s Floating Hospital Anchored at Al-Arish Welcomes 5th Batch of Indonesian Medical Experts

The UAE’s floating hospital near Al-Arish has received new Indonesian doctors specializing in orthopedics, surgery, and more. This boosts care for Gaza patients under Operation Gallant Knight 3, delivering thousands of medical treatments in a challenging crisis.

December 25, 2025

6 Dead, 28 Injured in Fiery Bus-Truck Crash on Karnataka Highway

Early on December 25, a container truck crashed into a sleeper bus near Chitradurga, Karnataka, causing a fatal fire. Six died, including a child and the truck driver, while 28 were injured as passengers fled the burning bus.

December 25, 2025

Study Finds Fragmented Breast Cancer Tests Lead to Misdiagnosis; Calls for One-Stop Centres in India

A study of 12,000+ women reveals multiple test centres cause misdiagnosis and repeat breast cancer tests. Experts call for one-stop centres in India for fast, accurate care.

December 25, 2025

Two Arrested for Stealing ₹25 Lakh Gold on Nanded Express Train at Secunderabad

Two men from an interstate gang were caught by railway police at Secunderabad station with gold ornaments worth ₹25 lakh stolen from train passengers. They had stolen the gold on December 2 while traveling in the Nanded Express.

December 25, 2025

Three Killed as Car Hits TNSTC Bus Near Tiruvannamalai on Chittoor-Cuddalore Highway

A tragic crash near Vettavalam left three dead, including two women, when a car collided with a TNSTC bus. The group was rushing a patient to Villupuram hospital. The bus driver escaped, and an inquiry is ongoing.

December 25, 2025

6 Dead, 28 Injured in Fiery Bus-Truck Crash on Karnataka Highway

Early on December 25, a container truck crashed into a sleeper bus near Chitradurga, Karnataka, causing a fatal fire. Six died, including a child and the truck driver, while 28 were injured as passengers fled the burning bus.

December 25, 2025

Young Nurse Stabbed to Death by Family Over Relationship in Tamil Nadu

A 24-year-old woman was fatally stabbed by her father and brother after she refused an arranged marriage. Police arrested the father and seek the brother in this tragic family dispute.

December 25, 2025

Tamil Nadu Federation Flags Poor Quality M-Sand from Unauthorised Units

Tamil Nadu's Sand Lorry Owners Federation warns of poor M-sand quality due to 4,000 unauthorised units. Only 478 units approved by PWD. Shortage means fake sand in use, risking construction quality.

December 25, 2025

Chile to Create Cape Froward National Park Protecting 200,000 Hectares of Wilderness

Chile’s government will create its 47th national park, Cape Froward, covering nearly 200,000 hectares. This park completes a 1,700-mile wildlife corridor and protects unique wildlife and rich Indigenous history.

December 25, 2025

Andhra Pradesh Revises Land Survey Numbers for Amaravati Institutions

The Andhra Pradesh Government has updated land survey numbers for various institutions in Amaravati's Capital Region. These changes affect over 120 acres across educational, government, and private sectors, with other allotment terms unchanged.

December 25, 2025

Hyderabad Water Supply Disrupted for 36 Hours from Dec 27 for Pipeline Repairs

Hyderabad's HMWSSB will stop water supply in several areas for 36 hours starting 6 a.m. on December 27 due to pipeline repairs. Supply will resume after work.

December 25, 2025

NORAD Tracks Santa’s Sleigh With Military Precision Every Christmas Eve

Every Christmas Eve, NORAD, the US-Canada military command, tracks Santa Claus using radars, satellites, and even fighter jets. What started as a 1955 phone mix-up has grown into a beloved tradition backed by real military tech and volunteers worldwide.

December 25, 2025

Christmas Celebrations Light Up the World with Unique Traditions and Festive Cheers

Christmas is being celebrated worldwide with fun and faith. From skiing Santas in the US to giant meat throws in London, festive joy is everywhere. Orthodox Christians celebrate on January 7, joining the global cheer.

December 25, 2025

Sean 'Diddy' Combs Appeals for Immediate Prison Release, Challenges Conviction

Sean 'Diddy' Combs has asked an appeals court to free him from prison and overturn his conviction on prostitution charges. His lawyer called the 50-month sentence 'unlawful' and plans to fight the verdict in court.

December 25, 2025

VTuber Neuro-Sama Questions Her Reality, Sparks Viral Debate on AI Consciousness

Neuro-Sama, an AI VTuber, stunned Twitch viewers by asking if she could ever be real. Her live stream hit record highs and went viral, sparking debates on AI self-awareness and digital identity.

December 25, 2025

Christmas in Saudi Arabia: From Private Homes to Festive Malls Under Vision 2030

Christmas in Saudi Arabia is changing. Once private and hidden, celebrations now appear openly in malls and events. This reflects Saudi Arabia's cultural openness under Vision 2030, letting locals and foreigners enjoy the festive season while respecting traditions.

December 25, 2025

UAE’s Floating Hospital Anchored at Al-Arish Welcomes 5th Batch of Indonesian Medical Experts

The UAE’s floating hospital near Al-Arish has received new Indonesian doctors specializing in orthopedics, surgery, and more. This boosts care for Gaza patients under Operation Gallant Knight 3, delivering thousands of medical treatments in a challenging crisis.

December 25, 2025

Turkey Arrests 115 IS Suspects Planning New Year's Attacks in Major Raids

Turkey arrested 115 suspected IS members planning attacks on Christmas and New Year's events. Raids in Istanbul seized weapons and documents. Efforts continue to catch 22 more suspects.

December 25, 2025

Car With Hanukkah Sign Set Ablaze in Melbourne, Police Probe Antisemitic Attack

A parked car with a 'Happy Chanukah' sign was set on fire in Melbourne's St Kilda East. Police are investigating the suspicious blaze as a possible antisemitic attack. No injuries reported. The local Jewish community expresses fear amid rising hate crimes.

December 25, 2025

Karnataka's Kittur Region Celebrates Christmas with Mass, Carols, and Messages of Unity

Christian communities in Kittur, Karnataka, enjoyed vibrant Christmas celebrations with mass, carol singing, cultural programs, and charity. Religious leaders urged peace and unity during services across Hubballi and Dharwad.

December 25, 2025

Karnataka's Kittur Region Celebrates Christmas with Mass, Carols, and Messages of Unity

Christian communities in Kittur, Karnataka, enjoyed vibrant Christmas celebrations with mass, carol singing, cultural programs, and charity. Religious leaders urged peace and unity during services across Hubballi and Dharwad.

December 25, 2025

Karnataka's Kittur Region Celebrates Christmas with Mass, Carols, and Messages of Unity

Christian communities in Kittur, Karnataka, enjoyed vibrant Christmas celebrations with mass, carol singing, cultural programs, and charity. Religious leaders urged peace and unity during services across Hubballi and Dharwad.

December 25, 2025

Three Killed as Car Hits TNSTC Bus Near Tiruvannamalai on Chittoor-Cuddalore Highway

A tragic crash near Vettavalam left three dead, including two women, when a car collided with a TNSTC bus. The group was rushing a patient to Villupuram hospital. The bus driver escaped, and an inquiry is ongoing.