December 26, 2025

Survey Underway for Adilabad-Armoor Railway, New Health and Airport Projects Announced

Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy says survey for Adilabad-Armoor railway line is ongoing. New critical care facility inaugurated. Plans for joint-use airport in Adilabad are active.

December 26, 2025

Blast in Syrian Mosque During Friday Prayers Kills 8, Injures 18

An explosion inside the Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib Mosque in Homs, Syria, killed at least eight people and injured 18 during Friday prayers. The Sunni extremist group Saraya Ansar al-Sunnah claimed responsibility for the deadly blast.

December 26, 2025

US Launches Airstrikes on ISIS in Nigeria to End Christian Killings

The US hit ISIS camps in Nigeria's Sokoto state to stop attacks on Christians. Nigeria supports the strikes as part of ongoing joint efforts against terrorism.

December 26, 2025

India Raises Alarm over US Mass Cancellation of H-1B Visa Interviews Affecting Thousands

India has expressed strong concerns to the US about the sudden cancellation and long delays of H-1B visa interviews for Indian applicants. Thousands face months-long wait as interviews get pushed to next year, causing hardships and disrupted plans. India is actively engaging with the US to resolve the issue swiftly.

December 26, 2025

US Makes Biometric Checks Mandatory for All Non-US Travelers From December 26

Starting December 26, all non-US citizens, including Green Card holders and diplomats, must undergo biometric checks at US borders. The move covers photos, fingerprints, and iris scans across airports, land, and sea points.