December 20, 2025

MHA Boosts Ex-Agniveers' Reservation in CAPF Posts to 50%, No Impact on Caste Quotas

The Ministry of Home Affairs hikes reservation for ex-Agniveers in CAPF Group C posts from 10% to 50%. The move will not affect caste-based quotas and is still under planning for exact implementation.

December 20, 2025

Sikh Parade in South Auckland Disrupted by Brian Tamaki-linked 'True Patriots' Protests

About 50 protesters from the True Patriots group linked to Brian Tamaki’s Destiny Church disrupted a Sikh parade in South Auckland. Police separated the groups to keep peace during the roadblock on Great South Road. Protesters chanted, performed haka, and held banners opposing immigration and 'woke ideology.'

December 20, 2025

LDF Beats UDF in Thiruvananthapuram Local Body Polls Despite Overall Loss

In the 2025 local elections, LDF secured more votes than UDF in Thiruvananthapuram district. NDA won the most seats in the city corporation but LDF led in vote share there. Swearing-in set for December 21.

December 20, 2025

Swearing-In Ceremony for Local Bodies Scheduled on December 21

Newly elected members of local government will take oath on December 21. District Panchayat and Corporation ceremonies start at 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. respectively.

December 20, 2025

Jordan Joins US Air Strikes in Syria Against ISIS After Killing of Three Americans

Jordan confirmed its air force took part in US-led air strikes targeting ISIS in southern Syria. This retaliation followed the killing of three US citizens in a Syrian gun attack. Over 70 targets were hit to stop ISIS rebuilding in the region.