December 20, 2025

Israel Kills Five Palestinians Including Baby at Gaza School Amid Ceasefire Tensions

Israel Defense Forces killed five Palestinians, including a baby, at a Gaza City school on Friday. This pushes the death toll to 400 since October ceasefire. The incident adds to growing tensions around the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.

December 20, 2025

Tamil Nadu’s Healthcare Expands but Faces Acute Doctor and Nurse Shortage

Outpatient visits in Tamil Nadu government hospitals rose 49%, and beds increased 37%, but staff growth lags. Doctors and nurses are stretched thin as new hospitals open without added manpower.

December 20, 2025

Telangana to Train MBBS Students in Spoken English to Cut Stress and Dropouts

Telangana will start spoken English and communication training for MBBS students to help those facing language barriers. Health Minister Damodar Raja Narasimha aims to reduce stress and dropouts, especially among rural and weaker-background students.

December 20, 2025

US Senator Demands End to Diversity Visa Lottery Citing National Security After Brown University Shooting

Senator Markwayne Mullin wants the US Diversity Visa Lottery scrapped, calling it a threat to national security. The move follows a deadly Brown University shooting by a lottery winner. The Trump administration paused the programme, emphasizing safety and strict vetting.

December 20, 2025

CPI(M) Condemns Attacks on Media and Minorities in Bangladesh, Calls for Immediate Government Action

CPI(M) expresses strong concern over attacks on media and minorities in Bangladesh. The party urges immediate action from the interim government to protect rights and maintain peace. The rise of religious fundamentalism is seen as a threat to regional harmony and democracy.