December 13, 2025

Colombia’s ELN Guerrillas Order 3-Day Civilian Lockdown Over Trump’s Cocaine Attack Threat

Colombia’s ELN guerrilla group has told civilians to remain indoors for three days starting Sunday. This move follows US President Donald Trump’s threat to attack any country producing cocaine sold to the US. The ELN vows to defend its territory amid rising tensions in the region, especially with US pressure on Venezuela.

December 13, 2025

French farmers protest cattle cull over Lumpy Skin Disease, blocking roads and clashing with police

Angry French farmers protest government order to kill cattle infected with Lumpy Skin Disease. Roads are blocked and manure dumped. Officials warn protests may grow bigger with upcoming EU summit.

December 13, 2025

RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat and Amit Shah Unveil Vinayak Damodar Savarkar Statue in Andaman

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat and Home Minister Amit Shah unveiled a statue of Vinayak Damodar Savarkar in the Andaman Islands. The event marked 116 years of Savarkar's poem and highlighted his role in India's freedom struggle and Hindu Rashtra ideology.

December 13, 2025

Thiruvananthapuram Local Polls: UDF, LDF, BJP Eye Gains Amid Tense Finish

Ahead of Thiruvananthapuram local body poll results, UDF, LDF, and BJP are confident of boosting seats. LDF expects over 51 wards; UDF hopes to bounce back. BJP fights controversy but banks on smart campaigning.

December 13, 2025

Wild Shaale Programme Sparks Wildlife Empathy and Environmental Knowledge in Western Ghats Students

A study by the Centre for Wildlife Studies finds Karnataka and Tamil Nadu students show strong wildlife empathy while Goa kids boast higher environmental knowledge after the Wild Shaale programme. The study covered over 7,300 students from three states with notable gains in safety and conservation awareness.

December 13, 2025

Bengaluru's Urvashi Cinema Faces Closure After Court Eviction Order Over Land Lease Dispute

Urvashi Cinema, a Bengaluru landmark for 50 years, may shut down after a court ordered eviction over a land lease battle. Fans remember its top tech and blockbuster shows. The High Court mandates handing over the land by Feb 2026. License cancellation was stayed by court as legal battles continue.

December 13, 2025

Kochi-Muziris Biennale Flag Hoisted at Aspinwall House, Fort Kochi

The Kochi-Muziris Biennale 2025 officially opened at Aspinwall House, Fort Kochi. Curator Nikhil Chopra thanked the team and urged visitors to explore thought-provoking art across unique venues.

December 13, 2025

Andhra Pradesh Orders Twice-Monthly E-Waste Drives Across All Urban Local Bodies

Andhra Pradesh has made e-waste drives mandatory twice a month in all 123 urban bodies. The new SOP ensures safe collection and disposal of electronics to protect the environment.

December 13, 2025

3 Killed as Coconut-Loaded Truck Falls Into Canal in Bapatla

A coconut-laden truck lost control and plunged into a canal in Bapatla district, killing three people and injuring three others. Police have launched a detailed investigation.

December 13, 2025

Russian Missile Hits Turkish Ship at Odesa Port, Turkey Urges Stop to Attacks

A Russian missile hit a Turkish ship at Ukraine's Odesa port, causing damage but no casualties. Turkey demands an end to attacks on civilian infrastructure, following talks between Presidents Erdogan and Putin.