December 8, 2025

Karnataka Assembly Sees Low Attendance on Winter Session Day One in Belagavi

The Karnataka Assembly's winter session started with just 100-110 members present out of 224. The House adjourned after half a day on December 8 during homage to late leaders. Attendance may improve on December 9 as full business begins.

December 8, 2025

MH370 Search Resumes 11 Years Later With New Technology in Indian Ocean

Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 vanished in 2014 with 239 people onboard. Eleven years later, the search restarts with new tech in the Indian Ocean, offering fresh hope to families.

December 8, 2025

South Asian Envoys Visit Asia’s Largest Buddhist Park in Telangana During Global Summit

Envoys from six South Asian countries explored Buddhavanam, Asia's largest Buddhist theme park in Telangana, admiring its sculptures and culture. They were briefed on the park’s heritage and future plans during the Telangana Rising Global Summit 2025.

December 8, 2025

Brazil Warns US Attack on Venezuela Could Spark Vietnam-Style War in South America

Brazil's top foreign adviser to President Lula warns that a US invasion of Venezuela might lead to a Vietnam-style conflict spreading across South America. He calls the US closure of Venezuelan airspace 'an act of war' and fears worsening crisis.

December 8, 2025

Thieves Steal Eight Matisse Artworks in São Paulo Library Heist

Two armed men stole eight Matisse engravings and five Portinari works from São Paulo’s Biblioteca Mário de Andrade during the final day of an art exhibit. The thieves escaped on foot after holding up visitors and a security guard.

December 8, 2025

Deadly Clashes on Thai-Cambodia Border Force Thousands to Flee

Fresh border fights between Thailand and Cambodia killed at least five people and made thousands run away. Schools in the area closed for safety. Both sides blame each other for starting the violence amid a long-standing border dispute.

December 8, 2025

Myanmar Tops Asia in Opium and Meth Production Amid Civil War: UN Report

Myanmar has seen a 17% rise in opium farming and booming meth production, making it Asia’s leading drug producer. The UN links this surge to ongoing civil conflict and growing criminal networks.

December 8, 2025

Meitei MLA Visits Kuki Relief Camp Amid Manipur Violence, Calls for Peace

For the first time since 2023 ethnic violence, Meitei MLA Yumnam Joykumar Singh visited a Kuki relief camp in Ukhrul. He urged harmony and peaceful coexistence ahead of Christmas, asking elders to think about children’s future.

December 8, 2025

ECI Appoints Five IAS Officers as Special Roll Observers in West Bengal for Electoral Roll Check

The Election Commission of India named five senior IAS officers as Special Roll Observers in West Bengal. They will supervise the Special Intensive Revision of voter rolls to ensure transparency and compliance with EC guidelines.

December 8, 2025

Supreme Court Grants Interim Bail to Alleged TPC Commander Facing Extortion and Terror Charges

The Supreme Court grants interim bail to Dashrath Singh Bhokta, accused zonal commander of banned Tritiya Prastuti Committee. He faces trial under UAPA and Arms Act. The court noted others accused are out on bail and cited his long custody.