December 23, 2025

Nostalgic Bengaluru Christmases: Fairy Lights, Plum Cake, and Streets Full of Joy

Christmas in 1980s-90s Bengaluru glowed with simple joys: plum cakes, lit-up streets like MG Road, and warm family moments. Residents fondly recall festive rides, choir songs, and city meetups full of holiday magic.

December 23, 2025

Woman's AI Boyfriend Leo on ChatGPT Sparks Viral Online Romance Community

Ayrin, a young woman, spent 56 hours weekly chatting with Leo, her AI boyfriend on ChatGPT. She founded an online group sharing AI love stories. But updates changed Leo, ending their romance. Ayrin shifted to a real-life partner she met through the AI community.

December 23, 2025

China launches online visa system for Indians, simplifies application process

China's embassy in India starts a new online visa system. Indians can now apply digitally for tourist, business, student, and work visas. This cuts down in-person visits and lets applicants pay fees in INR. The move supports growing ties after last year's Ladakh border talks.

December 23, 2025

Nominations Open for Maharashtra’s 29 Municipal Corporations; Seat-Sharing Talks Ongoing

Maharashtra’s municipal corporation elections nominations started on Dec 23, open till Dec 30. Mahayuti and MVA are still finalizing seat-sharing. Polls set for Jan 15, 2026.

December 23, 2025

Dubai Unveils Region’s First Integrated RV Route to Boost Outdoor Tourism

Dubai Municipality launches a unique recreational vehicle route connecting mountains, beaches, and desert. This new network aims to attract tourists and investors by making outdoor travel easy and fun.

December 23, 2025

NIA Chief Sadanand Vasant Date Repatriated Early, Likely to Become Maharashtra DGP

Sadanand Vasant Date, NIA Director General and 26/11 hero, has been prematurely sent back to Maharashtra cadre. He is tipped to be the next Maharashtra DGP before Rashmi Shukla's term ends on December 31.

December 23, 2025

Amazon Blocks 1,800 Job Applications from Suspected North Korean Agents Using Fake Identities

Amazon stopped over 1,800 job applications from suspected North Korean agents trying to get remote IT jobs. The agents use fake IDs to fund weapons programs. Experts warn scammers are getting smarter, hijacking LinkedIn accounts to fool companies.

December 23, 2025

Two People's Liberation Army Cadres Arrested for Extortion in Manipur Amid Rising Ethnic Violence

Security forces arrested two members of the banned People's Liberation Army for extortion in Imphal West, Manipur. Weapons and communication devices were also seized amid ongoing ethnic clashes.

December 23, 2025

Delhi’s Air Turns Severely Hazardous with AQI Over 400 Amid Dense Fog

Delhi woke up to dangerous air on December 23, 2025. AQI crossed 400 at 27 stations, with some over 450, causing severe health risks. Dense fog reduced visibility sharply.

December 23, 2025

Data Centres Stay Cool Using Liquid 'Showers' and 'Baths' to Save Energy

Data centres keep computer chips cool with liquid cooling systems that spray or bathe parts in fluid. This cuts energy use and helps AI tech run smoothly, while tackling growing environmental concerns.