Deadly floods and landslides in Indonesia's Sumatra kill 900+, hunger looms

December 6, 2025

Deadly floods and landslides in Indonesia's Sumatra kill 900+, hunger looms

More than 900 people have died in floods and landslides in Indonesia’s Sumatra. Remote villages face starvation as rescue efforts struggle. The disaster adds to monsoon havoc across Southeast Asia with over 1,790 deaths.

Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin Names Melamadai Flyover After Freedom Fighter Velu Nachiyar

December 6, 2025

Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin Names Melamadai Flyover After Freedom Fighter Velu Nachiyar

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin announced the inauguration of a new flyover at Melamadai junction in Madurai. The 950-meter, four-lane flyover is named after freedom fighter Velu Nachiyar and aims to reduce heavy traffic along key routes.

Babri Masjid Mosque Project in Dhannipur May Start by April 2026, Says Trust Head

December 6, 2025

Babri Masjid Mosque Project in Dhannipur May Start by April 2026, Says Trust Head

The mosque at Dhannipur, allocated in 2019 as part of Ayodhya land dispute resolution, may begin construction around April 2026 after ADA approval. Funding and land issues remain challenges for the Indo-Islamic Cultural Foundation.

Munnar Panchayat Wards Drop to 20 Amid Land Shortage and Migration

December 6, 2025

Munnar Panchayat Wards Drop to 20 Amid Land Shortage and Migration

Munnar Panchayat in Idukki sees its number of wards decrease from 21 to 20 after delimitation. Land shortage forces families to move to nearby panchayats under the LIFE Mission scheme, impacting voter distribution and development.

Cheetah Cub Dies a Day After Wild Release at Kuno National Park

December 6, 2025

Cheetah Cub Dies a Day After Wild Release at Kuno National Park

A cheetah cub was found dead a day after being freed into Kuno National Park, Madhya Pradesh. The cub separated from family and died; cause awaits autopsy results.