December 20, 2025

ISRO to Launch 6,500 kg BlueBird Satellite on Dec 24 from Sriharikota

ISRO will launch the 6,500 kg BlueBird communications satellite on December 24, 2025. The mission LVM3-M6 will take off from Sriharikota’s Satish Dhawan Space Centre at 8:54 am IST.

December 20, 2025

38th Hyderabad Book Fair Opens at NTR Stadium with Thousands of Visitors and Rare Books

The 38th Hyderabad Book Fair started at NTR Stadium with a massive crowd and rich book collections. Minister Jupally Krishna Rao announced library plans for all gram panchayats. The fair runs till December 29, offering books, cultural events, and food stalls daily.

December 20, 2025

200-Year-Old Secunderabad Church Gets Fresh Roof Ahead of Christmas

St. John the Baptist Church in Secunderabad, built in 1812, has its roof restored after leak damage. The heritage site is all set for Christmas 2025 celebrations.

December 20, 2025

Hyderabad Commuters Demand MMTS Boost as Metro Rail Faces Delays

Hyderabad's metro rail expansion is delayed, pushing commuters to seek better MMTS train services. They want more frequent, timely trains to ease rush hour pressure and connect suburbs effectively.

December 20, 2025

Trump Administration Suspends Green Card Lottery After Brown University Shooting

The Trump administration has halted the Green Card lottery, citing the Brown University shooting by a lottery winner. Experts warn this move targets entire immigration groups unfairly.

December 20, 2025

Rome to Charge Tourists €2 to Visit Trevi Fountain Up Close from 2026

From February 1, 2026, visitors to Rome must pay €2 to get near the Trevi Fountain. The fee aims to ease crowds and fund fountain upkeep, raising €6.5m yearly.

December 20, 2025

Saudi Arabia Deports 24,000 Pakistanis Over Begging, UAE Sends Back 6,000

Saudi Arabia deported 24,000 Pakistanis for begging, while UAE returned 6,000 amidst strict travel checks. Pakistan sees drop in illegal migration with better controls, says FIA.

December 20, 2025

Trump Leaves War Option Open as Venezuela’s Maduro Commands Navy to Guard Oil Tankers

Donald Trump and top US officials have not ruled out war with Venezuela. Nicolás Maduro directs naval escorts for oil tankers amid a strong US naval presence and sanctions. US pressure includes strikes on drug boats and blockade to cut Maduro’s income.

December 20, 2025

Home Ministry Hikes Ex-Agniveers Reservation to 50% in CAPF Group C Posts

The Union Home Ministry has increased reservation for ex-Agniveers in CAPF Group C posts to 50%, up from 10%. This decision, effective from 2026, focuses on boosting their recruitment in forces like the BSF, exempting them from some physical tests but requiring written exams.

December 20, 2025

UN Declares Gaza Famine Over Amid Increased Aid; Hunger Crisis Continues

UN announces Gaza famine has ended after more aid arrived post-ceasefire, but warns one in eight still faces hunger. Emergency conditions persist amid winter floods and cold.