December 24, 2025

Kozhikode North Tops in Voters Missing From Kerala Draft Electoral Roll

Kozhikode North Assembly constituency has the highest absent, shifted, or dead voters in the draft electoral roll with 12.83% forms not returned. Other Kozhikode segments also show large voter exclusions amid special voters’ list revision.

December 24, 2025

UAE Tackles Water Scarcity with Desalination and Wadis Amid Growth

The UAE, known for luxury and wealth, faces severe water shortages in its desert landscape. It leads global desalination efforts and uses wadis and wastewater recycling to secure water. The Water Security Strategy 2036 aims to cut demand, boost reuse, and ensure water for all.

December 24, 2025

Blast in Southern Moscow Kills Three, Including Two Police Officers

A deadly explosion in southern Moscow killed three people, including two police officers. This comes just days after a car bomb killed a senior Russian military officer nearby.

December 24, 2025

US Pentagon Flags China's Claim on Arunachal Pradesh as Core Interest Amid Rising Ties with Pakistan

A Pentagon report to US Congress brands China's claim on Arunachal Pradesh as a key interest like Taiwan and South China Sea. It highlights China-Pakistan military ties and recent India-China disengagement efforts. The report notes CCP’s focus on sovereignty, economic growth, and global military strength by 2049.

December 24, 2025

Kodagu Police Warn Traders to Collect Seller Details Amid Coffee and Pepper Theft Rise

The Kodagu police have advised coffee and pepper traders to record full seller details after many thefts during harvesting. Traders must verify sellers and report suspicious activity to cops or helpline 112.

December 24, 2025

Telangana Shivers Through Coldest Winter in Years, Night Temps Drop to 7°C

Telangana is experiencing one of its coldest winters, with night temperatures falling to single digits statewide. The cold spell began early in November and may ease after December 27, say meteorologists.

December 24, 2025

13-Year-Old British Boy Stabbed to Death in Portugal in Domestic Violence Case

A 13-year-old British boy was stabbed to death in Tomar, Portugal. Police say the attacker was his mother's ex-partner. The mother was found hurt and taken to hospital. An explosion injured a police officer at the scene. The attacker had a past homicide conviction. The UK Foreign Office is providing support.

December 24, 2025

Forest Department Bans Visitors at Frosty Thalakundha to Curb Tourist Risks

Tourism has surged at Thalakundha in Nilgiris after ground frost sightings. The Forest department now blocks visitors citing safety hazards and wildlife risks.

December 24, 2025

Leopard Attacks CRPF Jawan in Anantnag Camp, Jammu and Kashmir

A leopard attacked a CRPF jawan at a camp in Anantnag, Jammu and Kashmir. The jawan was injured and is now in hospital. The leopard escaped into the forest.

December 24, 2025

South Bengal Minimum Temperatures to Fall by 2-3°C from December 25, IMD Forecasts

The India Meteorological Department says minimum temperatures in south Bengal will drop 2 to 3 degrees Celsius from December 25. North Bengal districts will also see a 2-degree dip. Dry weather and light morning fog will continue across the state for the next week.