December 14, 2025

20,000 Myanmar Soldiers Desert Military Amid Crackdown, Warn Elections Won't Solve Crisis

About 20,000 Myanmar soldiers and 200 officers have deserted the military amid a harsh crackdown after the 2021 coup. Capt. Kaung Thu Win, a defector, says the military abuses civilians, and the upcoming elections won’t bring real change. He urges India to recognize the election boycott and support democracy.

December 14, 2025

Drone Strike Kills Six at UN Headquarters in Sudan's South Kordofan

A drone strike hit a UN building in Kadugli, South Kordofan, killing six UN staff. The Sudanese government blames the RSF paramilitary group. The attack worsens the region's crisis amid ongoing fighting.

December 14, 2025

J&K Court Issues Proclamation Notice to Dr. Muzaffar Rather in Red Fort Bomber Case

A J&K court has issued a proclamation notice against Dr. Muzaffar Ahmad Rather for failing to appear in the Red Fort explosion case. He is linked to his arrested brother and possible terror activities, with the court summoning him on January 28, 2026.

December 14, 2025

US Starts Social Media Checks for All Visa Applicants from Dec 15; H-1B Candidates Face Delays

The US State Department has begun checking social media profiles of all visa applicants from December 15. This move affects H-1B, H-4, and student visas. Locked profiles or inconsistencies could lead to visa rejection. Many H-1B interviews are now postponed to next year, causing delays for applicants stuck in India.

December 14, 2025

ISIS Gunman Kills 3 Americans, Wounds 3 US Troops in Syria Ambush Near Palmyra

A lone ISIS attacker ambushed US forces near Palmyra in central Syria on Saturday. Two US service members and one civilian were killed. Three US troops were hurt. The attacker was killed. This is the first US casualty incident in Syria since Bashar Assad's fall.