December 26, 2025

Cold Wave Hits Bihar; Orange Fog Alert Issued as Temperatures Drop Below 10°C

Bihar faces cold wave with temperatures dipping below 10°C in many districts. The IMD issues an orange alert for dense fog. Punjab and Haryana report intense cold with minimum temperatures above normal for this season.

December 26, 2025

Delhi Air Quality Drops to 'Very Poor' with AQI at 310, Pollution Likely to Persist

Delhi's air quality fell back to 'very poor' on December 26, 2025, with AQI at 310. Jahangirpuri and Anand Vihar recorded the worst levels at 395. Low wind speeds and slow pollutant dispersal will keep air quality poor for six days.

December 26, 2025

Andhra Pradesh fights child marriages with NGO help and strict government action

In Andhra Pradesh, NGOs and government officials are stopping child marriages and sending girls back to school. Despite laws, child marriage persists, but new efforts aim to end it by 2030.

December 26, 2025

Swedish Retirees Join University in Record Numbers to Beat Loneliness and Learn

Swedish retirees are flocking to Senioruniversitet, a university by pensioners for pensioners, to learn new subjects and enjoy social life. After a pandemic dip, membership has hit an all-time high with thousands attending lectures and courses across Sweden.

December 26, 2025

New Camel-Derived Antivenom Could Revolutionize Snakebite Treatment in India

India faces 58,000 snakebite deaths yearly, mostly in rural areas. Traditional antivenoms from horses have limits. Scientists now use camel antibodies to create a powerful, broad antivenom. Early tests show strong effects against many snake venoms, offering hope in fighting this neglected tropical disease.