Gas Explosion Triggers Major Fire, Destroys Homes Near Hayward; Six Hurt

December 12, 2025

Gas Explosion Triggers Major Fire, Destroys Homes Near Hayward; Six Hurt

A gas explosion in Ashland near Hayward caused a huge fire, destroying homes and injuring six people. The blast followed damage to an underground gas line by a construction crew.

Telangana Shivers as Temperatures Dip to 5.8°C, IMD Issues Cold Wave Alert

December 12, 2025

Telangana Shivers as Temperatures Dip to 5.8°C, IMD Issues Cold Wave Alert

Telangana sees near freezing temperatures with Kohir hitting 5.8°C. Hyderabad and surrounding areas face chilly mornings. IMD warns 12 districts of cold wave on December 11-12.

Kashmir Dips Below Freezing With Cold Wave and Snowfall Forecast

December 12, 2025

Kashmir Dips Below Freezing With Cold Wave and Snowfall Forecast

Kashmir recorded low temperatures below freezing, with Pulwama at -5.5°C. Doctors warn of cold-related ailments as dry weather persists. Light snowfall expected from December 13-17.

Flood Crisis Hits Gaza As Peace Plan Stalls Over Hostage Issue

December 12, 2025

Flood Crisis Hits Gaza As Peace Plan Stalls Over Hostage Issue

Heavy rains flood Gaza, risking 800,000 lives. Peace talks frozen as Israel awaits Hamas to return missing hostage Ran Gvili. Reconstruction delayed amid political deadlock.

India Holds Key UNESCO Meet at Red Fort Under Tight Security After 2025 Blast

December 12, 2025

India Holds Key UNESCO Meet at Red Fort Under Tight Security After 2025 Blast

India is hosting the 20th UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Committee at Delhi's Red Fort with heavy security after a deadly 2025 blast. The historic site is closed to visitors till December 14. Deepavali was recently added to UNESCO's heritage list during the event.