December 27, 2025

US Northeast Faces Winter Storm Chaos With Flight Delays and Snowfall Up to a Foot

A winter storm hit the US Northeast on Saturday, dropping heavy snow and ice. New York and New Jersey declared weather emergencies as thousands of flights were canceled or delayed, creating travel havoc during the busy holiday weekend.

December 27, 2025

US Starts Random H-1B Visa Revocations; Travelers Face Long Wait for New Approvals

Since December, the US has revoked many H-1B visas without clear reasons. Visa holders abroad, like one in India, must reapply amid long waits and new social media vetting rules.

December 27, 2025

MVD Cracks Down on Reckless 10-Minute Delivery in Ernakulam, Issues Show-Cause Notices

Ernakulam’s MVD has sent show-cause notices to online food delivery companies for unsafe 10-minute deliveries. Reckless driving and signal violations put riders at risk, prompting strict warnings and upcoming intensified inspections.

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.