December 19, 2025

Bengaluru Biodiversity Tag Withdrawn for Cantonment Railway Colony; Activists Criticize

An environmental group has slammed the State Environment Department's decision to withdraw the heritage site tag from Cantonment Railway Colony in Bengaluru. The move puts 371 trees at risk despite a High Court order protecting them.

December 19, 2025

Karnataka Legislative Council Passes Hate Speech and Hate Crimes Bill Amid BJP Protest

After a six-hour heated debate and BJP protests, Karnataka's Legislative Council passed the Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention) Bill, 2025. The ruling party supported the law while BJP called it draconian. The session saw strong arguments, adjournment, and slogans before the bill was approved.

December 19, 2025

Colombia’s ELN Guerrillas Attack Military Base with Drones, Kill 6 Soldiers

Colombia’s ELN guerrillas launched a deadly drone attack on a border military base, killing six soldiers and wounding 28. This is their second deadly clash in a week amid stalled peace talks.

December 19, 2025

AP Backward Classes Association Seeks New Panchayat for Three Villages in Vizianagaram

The Andhra Pradesh Backward Classes Association wants a new panchayat for three Vizianagaram villages to ensure better roads and services for 15,000 residents.

December 19, 2025

UK Puberty Blocker Ban Sparks Suicide Risk Warning for Trans Youth in Australia and New Zealand

A UK study found that banning puberty blockers harms transgender youth, causing severe distress and increasing suicide risks. Experts warn similar bans in Australia and New Zealand will lead to tragic outcomes.