December 22, 2025

Security Forces Expand Forest Search to Track Terrorists in Udhampur, J-K

Security forces have broadened their search area in Udhampur's forests to find two terrorists who stole food from a house before escaping. The operation is backed by sniffer dogs and aerial surveillance after repeated sightings and a recent police death in an earlier encounter.

December 22, 2025

US Coast Guard Tracks Sanctioned Oil Tanker Near Venezuela in Second Weekend Pursuit

US Coast Guard is chasing an oil tanker near Venezuela suspected of violating sanctions. This is the second pursuit this weekend and highlights growing US pressure against Venezuela’s oil trade.

December 22, 2025

Nine Dead in Bekkersdal Bar Shooting Near Johannesburg in South Africa’s Latest Mass Violence

Nine people were killed and ten injured when gunmen opened fire at a bar in Bekkersdal township near Johannesburg. This marks South Africa’s second mass shooting this month, highlighting the country's serious crime problem.

December 22, 2025

Telangana Minister Vows Protest to Save MGNREGA Against New Bill

Telangana's Panchayat Raj Minister Danasari Anasuya called MGNREGA a lifeline for millions and announced protests against the new VB-G RAM G Bill set to replace it. Congress leaders oppose the proposed law, warning it will hurt poor laborers and erase Mahatma Gandhi's legacy.

December 22, 2025

US Delays Indian H-1B Visa Renewals Amid New Social Media Vetting Checks

Indian H-1B visa holders returning to India for renewals face sudden appointment delays in the US due to new social media checks. The move affects high-skilled workers during the busy holiday season. Lawyers report many stuck and unsure when approvals will resume.

December 22, 2025

Drug Peddler Rajesh Escapes Police, Two Arrested with MDMA in Vijayawada

Rajesh escaped police custody after a Vijayawada raid where two others were caught with 13 grams of MDMA. Police are hunting Rajesh and others linked to the gang.

December 22, 2025

BJP Proposes Three Names to Lead Tripunithura Municipality After Hung Verdict

BJP's district committee named three candidates for Tripunithura chairperson as NDA emerges largest bloc. LDF and UDF decline alliance, NDA likely to control municipality.

December 22, 2025

Two Brothers Hacked to Death in Palnadu District After Rivalry Clash

Two brothers from Adigoppala village in Andhra Pradesh were brutally murdered with sickles overnight. Police suspect a long-standing family feud behind the attack and have launched a manhunt.

December 22, 2025

Police Bust Major Gambling Racket in Eluru, 281 Arrested with ₹32 Lakh Cash Seized

Police in Eluru district raided a gambling club in Pothavarappadu village, arresting 281 gamblers from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. They seized ₹32 lakh, 130 cars, 40 two-wheelers, and 250 mobiles. The club attracted punters from several districts.

December 22, 2025

Spain’s PSOE Loses Ground in Extremadura as Far-Right Vox Doubles Seats

Spain's PSOE suffered a big loss in Extremadura regional elections, dropping 10 seats. Vox doubled its seats from 5 to 11 while the PP fell short of a majority, forcing another coalition with Vox.