December 29, 2025

Two Arrested for Sexually Abusing Minor Girl Near Kozhikode Beach

Kozhikode police arrested two youths for sexually abusing a minor girl at a rented flat near the beach. The girl was drugged and left on the beach with ₹4,000 to keep silent.

December 29, 2025

Congress Office in Kannur Vandalised; CPI(M) Denies Role, Police Investigate

The Congress office in Kannur was vandalised late on December 27, with property damaged and party materials scattered. Congress blames CPI(M), which calls it a political conspiracy. Police have registered a case and are investigating.

December 29, 2025

Supreme Court Halts Aravalli Hills Mining Order, Calls for Fresh Expert Review

India's Supreme Court paused previous orders on Aravalli Hills mining, fearing loosened rules may harm ecology. A new expert panel will reassess rules before mining can resume.

December 29, 2025

INSV Kaundinya Sets Sail for Oman on Historic Maiden Voyage

INSV Kaundinya, a traditional stitched sailing ship built by the Indian Navy, begins its first overseas trip from Porbandar to Muscat. The vessel revives ancient maritime routes and shipbuilding methods using coconut coir and natural resins.

December 29, 2025

Congress Slams Rajasthan Govt Over Real Estate Plans Threatening Aravalli Ecosystem

Congress says Rajasthan’s new real estate projects will harm the fragile Aravalli hills ecosystem. This comes amid Supreme Court’s ongoing case on mining bans to protect the hills.

December 29, 2025

Indian Astronomers Discover Second Farthest Spiral Galaxy 'Alaknanda' Using JWST

Indian scientists found Alaknanda, the second farthest spiral galaxy, just 1.5 billion years after the Big Bang. This discovery with JWST surprises experts and challenges popular theories on galaxy formation in the early universe.

December 29, 2025

Half a Million Syrians Leave Turkey After Assad's Fall, Eye Return Home Despite Challenges

After Assad's ousting, over 500,000 Syrians have left Turkey, dreaming of return. Many face hard choices amid Syria’s ruins and uncertain future.

December 29, 2025

Violence in Sudan's Kordofan Sparks Mass Exodus of 53,000 People

Deadly fighting in Sudan's oil-rich Kordofan has driven 53,000 people to flee. Families risk long journeys on foot or costly transport to escape RSF and army clashes.

December 29, 2025

Bangladesh's NCP Splits Over Tie-Up With Jamaat-e-Islami Ahead of 2024 Polls

Bangladesh's National Citizen Party faces internal revolt after choosing to ally with Jamaat-e-Islami for Feb 12 elections. Leaders resign, citing JeI's divisive past and historic opposition to independence.

December 29, 2025

Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban Spurs Global Parental Debate

Australia's new law banning social media use for under-16s is stirring debates worldwide. Some parents want stricter rules while others doubt government bans are the answer.