December 12, 2025

Kolkata Unveils Largest Ever 70-Foot Messi Statue Ahead of 2026 World Cup

Kolkata's Sree Bhumi Sporting Club has completed a giant 70-foot iron statue of Lionel Messi holding the FIFA World Cup trophy. Finished in 40 days, the statue will be inaugurated virtually by Messi on December 13, drawing football fans from across West Bengal.

December 12, 2025

Goa Man Alleges Hidden Land Zone Change Aided Club Linked to Deadly Nightclub Fire

A Goa man alleges his salt pan land was secretly changed to settlement zone, benefiting a club tied to a deadly fire. He fights in court for 21 years against wrongful occupation.

December 12, 2025

Maduro Says US Wants Venezuela’s Oil, But Production Limits Pose Challenges

Venezuela’s leader Nicolás Maduro says the US aims to take his country’s oil. Despite huge oil reserves, Venezuela’s production is low. US sanctions and politics make big oil deals tough. Chevron is the only US firm still active. Experts say reviving oil output will take huge investment and time.

December 12, 2025

Kashmir Dips Below Freezing With Cold Wave and Snowfall Forecast

Kashmir recorded low temperatures below freezing, with Pulwama at -5.5°C. Doctors warn of cold-related ailments as dry weather persists. Light snowfall expected from December 13-17.

December 12, 2025

Flood Crisis Hits Gaza As Peace Plan Stalls Over Hostage Issue

Heavy rains flood Gaza, risking 800,000 lives. Peace talks frozen as Israel awaits Hamas to return missing hostage Ran Gvili. Reconstruction delayed amid political deadlock.

December 12, 2025

J&K Legislator Calls for Probe into Carcinogenic Residues Found in Eggs

J&K NC legislator Tanvir Sadiq alerts public on harmful drug residues in eggs. He urges immediate government action to test and trace sources to ensure safety.

December 12, 2025

India Holds Key UNESCO Meet at Red Fort Under Tight Security After 2025 Blast

India is hosting the 20th UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Committee at Delhi's Red Fort with heavy security after a deadly 2025 blast. The historic site is closed to visitors till December 14. Deepavali was recently added to UNESCO's heritage list during the event.

December 12, 2025

Arpora-Nagoa Sarpanch Roshan Redkar Appears Before Police in Goa Nightclub Fire Probe

Arpora-Nagoa Sarpanch Roshan Redkar appears before Anjuna police with interim court protection in the deadly Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub fire case that killed 25. Investigation continues with arrests and government suspensions.

December 12, 2025

Ex-Police Officer Admits Filming Children in Sydney Childcare Centres

A former NSW police officer has pleaded guilty to multiple charges for secretly filming children under 10 at Sydney childcare centres. The 27-year-old worked at nearly 60 after-school care centres over several years. He faces sentencing in January 2025.

December 12, 2025

Fatal Bus Crash Near Maredumilli Kills 9, Many Victims from Chittoor

A tragic bus accident on December 12 near Maredumilli left nine dead and 22 injured. Many passengers were from Chittoor, prompting local authorities to coordinate rescue and support for victims' families.