6.1 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Taiwan's Taitung, No Immediate Damage

December 24, 2025

6.1 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Taiwan's Taitung, No Immediate Damage

A strong 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck Taiwan's Taitung county at 5:47 pm, shaking the capital Taipei too. No damage reports have come in yet. Taiwan, located in a seismic hotspot, often faces such tremors.

Tamil Nadu Deletes Over 97 Lakh Voters in Major Electoral Roll Update

December 24, 2025

Tamil Nadu Deletes Over 97 Lakh Voters in Major Electoral Roll Update

Tamil Nadu has removed more than 97 lakh names from its voter lists in the Special Intensive Revision. Data from 75,000 polling stations shows eight unusual patterns in this large-scale update.

Kolkata's Winter Magic Draws Natives Home During Christmas and Puja

December 24, 2025

Kolkata's Winter Magic Draws Natives Home During Christmas and Puja

Kolkata natives living outside visit twice yearly, with December’s Christmas holiday especially loved for its cool weather and festive vibes. Visitors savor local delights, enjoy city lights, and share feelings of nostalgia and change.

Kolkata's Winter Magic Draws Natives Home During Christmas and Puja

December 24, 2025

Kolkata's Winter Magic Draws Natives Home During Christmas and Puja

Kolkata natives living outside visit twice yearly, with December’s Christmas holiday especially loved for its cool weather and festive vibes. Visitors savor local delights, enjoy city lights, and share feelings of nostalgia and change.

Oman and Turkiye Activate Visa-Free Travel for Citizens from November 2025

December 24, 2025

Oman and Turkiye Activate Visa-Free Travel for Citizens from November 2025

Starting November 1, 2025, Oman and Turkiye allow visa-free travel for their citizens. Omanis can stay 90 days in Turkiye; Turks get 30 days in Oman per visit. This move deepens ties and makes tourism easier between the two nations.