December 11, 2025

Mexico Approves Up to 50% Tariffs on China, Hits 1,400 Products

Mexico's Senate has passed new tariffs of up to 50% on products from China and other countries, starting January 2026. The move aims to boost domestic production amid talks with the US over import taxes and trade tensions.

December 11, 2025

Japanese Shogi Player Challenges Pregnancy Ban in Title Matches

Kana Fukuma, top Japanese shogi player, calls out pregnancy rule banning play during late pregnancy. She urges rule changes to support women’s careers and rights. Association apologizes and may revise rules.

December 11, 2025

ED, Maharashtra ATS Raid Padgha in Thane Over Terror Funding Suspicions

The Enforcement Directorate and Maharashtra ATS launched raids in Padgha, Thane district, targeting suspected terror funding. The operation involves searching residences and probing suspicious money transactions.

December 11, 2025

North Goa Bans Fireworks Inside Tourist Spots After Deadly Nightclub Fire

Following a tragic fire that killed 25 in a North Goa nightclub, authorities have banned fireworks, sparklers, and pyrotechnics inside all tourist places. The ban aims to prevent similar disasters in hotels, bars, and event venues across North Goa.

December 11, 2025

ED Attaches ₹1.52 Crore Property in Bihar Ex-DIG Shivendra Priyadarshi Corruption Case

The Enforcement Directorate has attached property worth ₹1.52 crore linked to former Bihar DIG Shivendra Priyadarshi for corruption and money laundering. The probe reveals misuse of official position over two decades.

December 11, 2025

Kerala’s second phase local polls kick off in northern districts with 1.53 crore voters

Voting started in Kerala’s seven northern districts for the second and final phase of local body elections. Over 1.53 crore voters can choose representatives from 38,994 candidates. Strict security is in place across 18,274 polling stations. Counting is set for December 13.

December 11, 2025

Haryana Doctors Extend Strike Indefinitely Despite Government Order

Over 3,000 Haryana government doctors have extended their strike indefinitely, shutting down OPD, emergency, and post-mortem services. They demand promotion reforms and career progression while the government deploys replacement doctors and urges a dialogue.

December 11, 2025

Odisha Forms Panel to Resolve Mahanadi River Water Dispute with Chhattisgarh

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced a high-level committee, chaired by Deputy CM Kanak Vaardhan Singh Deo, to guide efforts in resolving the Mahanadi River water dispute with Chhattisgarh.

December 11, 2025

US Consulate in India Reschedules H1B, H4 Visa Interviews to Early 2026, Impacting Thousands

Thousands of Indians waiting for H1B and H4 US visas have had their interviews delayed to March-May 2026. Many risk losing jobs and family time abroad as appointments are pushed months ahead.

December 11, 2025

NSW Cuts Workers' Compensation for Psychological Injuries, Freezes Premiums

NSW Labor and Coalition struck a deal to raise the impairment threshold for psychological injury claims from 15% to 25%, cutting support and freezing premiums to help businesses avoid a 36% hike.