December 27, 2025

Tourism Lockdown in Kashmir's Doodhpathri Hurts Locals and Women Entrepreneurs

Kashmir’s Doodhpathri tourist spot remains closed after April's terror attack, slashing visitor numbers and hurting local economy, especially women tea stall owners. Security concerns delay reopening, while locals face growing financial distress.

December 27, 2025

First Sea Turtle Nest in NSW Sparks Rescue and Community Protection Effort

The first sea turtle nest of the season was found too close to water on NSW’s north coast. Volunteers and experts acted fast to save the endangered loggerhead turtle eggs. TurtleWatch NSW urges beachgoers to spot nests and help protect these rare eggs from tides and cyclones.

December 27, 2025

Patna Students Allege Caste Discrimination and Threats by Teachers in Village School

Students of a middle school in Alawalpur, Patna, accuse teachers of caste discrimination and threats. They say teachers force caste-based seating and punish lower caste students unfairly. Parents demand action amid concerns over poor school conditions and mid-day meal quality.

December 27, 2025

US Delays H-1B Visa Stamping; Indians Stuck Abroad Worry About US Houses, Jobs

US consulates delay H-1B interviews by months, leaving Indians stranded abroad. Many wonder what to do with their US homes, cars, and jobs amid visa uncertainties.

December 27, 2025

US Visa Revocations Rise Suddenly Without Clear Reasons, Experts Warn Travel Risks

US immigration attorneys report a sharp rise in visa revocations for H-1B, H-4, and F-1 holders, even those with old and disclosed cases. Experts advise against traveling overseas now.

December 27, 2025

Chamath Palihapitiya Warns California Faces $200 Billion Tax Loss as Top Firms Shift to Texas

Entrepreneur Chamath Palihapitiya warns California could lose over $200 billion in tax revenue as companies like Tesla and SpaceX relocate to Texas. He blames political hostility and poor fiscal management for driving innovators away, risking jobs and weakening state finances.

December 27, 2025

Fire Destroys Plywood Factory in Methala, Heavy Losses Reported

A big fire broke out at a plywood factory in Methala near Perumbavoor on December 26. Machinery and raw materials were ruined. No injuries reported. Firefighters quickly controlled the blaze.

December 27, 2025

ED Rejects Tamil Nadu Govt’s Claims on Illegal Sand Mining Expert Report

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has dismissed Tamil Nadu government’s charge that the sand mining expert report by IIT-Kanpur was illegal. The ED states the survey was lawful, experts had proper authority, and drone rules were not breached during the 2023 assessment.

December 27, 2025

Did Coca-Cola Create Santa’s Red Suit? The True Story Unwrapped

Many say Santa Claus wears red because of Coca-Cola ads. But Santa wore red long before the 1930s. Here’s how the red suit became Santa’s trademark.

December 27, 2025

ED Files Final Complaint Against 59 More in Chhattisgarh Liquor Scam, Total 81 Accused

The Enforcement Directorate has filed a final prosecution complaint in the Chhattisgarh liquor scam. 59 new accused join the case, raising the total to 81. Top officials and politicians are implicated in this ₹3000 crore money laundering probe.