December 27, 2025

Killing of Tripura student Anjel Chakma in Dehradun fuels demand for anti-racial violence law

Anjel Chakma, a tribal MBA student from Tripura, died after being stabbed in Dehradun. The attack involved racial abuse. His death has renewed demands for a dedicated anti-racial violence law in India.

December 27, 2025

Karnataka’s Halaga Village Sounds Siren for 2-Hour Study, Bans Mobiles and TVs

Halaga village in Karnataka uses a siren every evening to enforce a two-hour study period. TVs and mobiles are switched off to curb screen addiction among children. The gram panchayat took this step after COVID increased screen time. Some residents support the move, while others feel left out of the decision.

December 27, 2025

Karnataka’s Halaga Village Sounds Siren for 2-Hour Study, Bans Mobiles and TVs

Halaga village in Karnataka uses a siren every evening to enforce a two-hour study period. TVs and mobiles are switched off to curb screen addiction among children. The gram panchayat took this step after COVID increased screen time. Some residents support the move, while others feel left out of the decision.

December 27, 2025

Assam Christian Forum welcomes arrests over Christmas vandalism but condemns BJP's justification

Assam Christian Forum thanks police and CM Himanta Sarma for arresting four in Christmas Eve vandalism at Nalbari school. They criticize BJP chief Dilip Saikia for justifying the attack and urge respect for religious freedom across Assam.

December 27, 2025

Two Dead, 26 Injured in Massive 50-Vehicle Pile-Up on Japan Highway

A huge crash on Japan's Kan-etsu Expressway involved 50 vehicles, killing two people and injuring 26. Icy roads and heavy snow likely caused the chaos. Fire burned at least 10 vehicles, and the highway remains closed as authorities clear the wreckage.