December 26, 2025

Indian Youth Congress Launches Aravalli Satyagraha Yatra to Demand Mining Ban

The Indian Youth Congress will start a 14-day Aravalli Satyagraha Yatra from January 7 to fight mining in the Aravallis. The march begins in Gujarat and ends in Delhi, demanding full mining bans and protection of the mountain range.

December 26, 2025

Civil Engineering Set for Revival with Tech Innovation: Expert at Mahindra University

Civil engineering is not fading but evolving with new tech. Mahindra University’s startup created a pre-plastered block to stop wall leaks. Experts highlight tech like BIM and AI as game changers.

December 26, 2025

Bird Flu Outbreak Triggers Massive Culling and Ban in Alappuzha

Alappuzha battles bird flu with culling of 4,240 birds and a strict one-week ban on sale and transport of poultry products in a 10-km zone. Officials act fast to halt the spread.

December 26, 2025

Mysuru Hotels Fully Booked Till Dec 28 as Holiday Tourists Pour In

Mysuru sees a sharp rise in tourists for year-end holidays with hotels at 100% occupancy till December 28. Booking rush continues amid a ban on Bandipur wildlife safaris.

December 26, 2025

Winter Storm Halts NYC Christmas Travel With Up to 9 Inches of Snow

New York City faces heavy snow and travel chaos after Christmas. Authorities warn of dangerous roads, airport delays, and advise residents to prepare for the harsh winter storm.

December 26, 2025

Blast in Syrian Mosque During Friday Prayers Kills 8, Injures 18

An explosion inside the Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib Mosque in Homs, Syria, killed at least eight people and injured 18 during Friday prayers. The Sunni extremist group Saraya Ansar al-Sunnah claimed responsibility for the deadly blast.

December 26, 2025

US Launches Airstrikes on ISIS in Nigeria to End Christian Killings

The US hit ISIS camps in Nigeria's Sokoto state to stop attacks on Christians. Nigeria supports the strikes as part of ongoing joint efforts against terrorism.

December 26, 2025

Railway Ministry Aims to Double Train Capacity in Major Cities by 2030

The Railway Ministry announced a plan to double train originating capacity in 48 major Indian cities by 2030. The move includes new platforms, terminals, and maintenance facilities to handle more passengers and reduce congestion.

December 26, 2025

UIDAI to Expand Aadhaar Adult Centres to 473 by Sept 2026, Tightens Data Rules

UIDAI will boost full Aadhaar enrolment centres for adults from 88 to 473 by September 2026. This move will ease travel for many and improve services. Mr. Bhuvnesh Kumar said Aadhaar is now issued with strict field verification to curb illegal entries.

December 26, 2025

India Raises Alarm over US Mass Cancellation of H-1B Visa Interviews Affecting Thousands

India has expressed strong concerns to the US about the sudden cancellation and long delays of H-1B visa interviews for Indian applicants. Thousands face months-long wait as interviews get pushed to next year, causing hardships and disrupted plans. India is actively engaging with the US to resolve the issue swiftly.