December 18, 2025

Rajasthan Farmers Give 20-Day Ultimatum to Stop Ethanol Factory over Pollution Fears

Farmers and farm leaders in Rajasthan’s Hanumangarh held a huge protest demanding the state government halt the ethanol factory at Rathikhera. They fear pollution and water contamination. The government formed a committee to check these concerns.

December 18, 2025

Madras HC directs strict voter aid for disabled and elderly in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry

The Madras High Court has ordered Tamil Nadu and Puducherry governments along with the Election Commission to ensure full implementation of 2023 guidelines helping disabled and senior voters. Permanent ramps and priority voting must be in place. A compliance report is due by January 2026.

December 18, 2025

Bodies of Two Indians Killed in Russia-Ukraine War Arrive in Delhi; 59 Missing

Two Indians forced into the Russian Army died in the Ukraine war. Their bodies arrived in Delhi on December 17. At least 59 others remain missing. Families had warned the government and protested for help.

December 18, 2025

Canada’s Population Declines 0.2% as Crackdown on International Students Hits Hard

Canada's population dropped by 0.2% in the third quarter of 2023, marking one of its largest declines ever. The fall is linked to a sharp cut in international student permits, a key shift in immigration policy aimed at reducing non-permanent residents by 2027.

December 17, 2025

MP Govt Cancels Ujjain Land Pooling Scheme After Farmer Protests

Madhya Pradesh cancels its Ujjain land pooling plan for the Simhastha Kumbh Mela after farmer protests and political pressure. The scheme affected thousands of farmers and aimed to build permanent infrastructure for 2028's event.