Maharashtra Tribal School Ends Dropout, Battles Water Scarcity to Keep Kids in Class

December 22, 2025

Maharashtra Tribal School Ends Dropout, Battles Water Scarcity to Keep Kids in Class

A unique tribal school in Maharashtra runs 12-hour classes every day, preventing child migration and zero dropout. Now, teachers fear water shortage may reverse progress.

Nigeria Frees 130 More Schoolchildren Kidnapped in November; None Left in Captivity

December 22, 2025

Nigeria Frees 130 More Schoolchildren Kidnapped in November; None Left in Captivity

Nigeria has freed another 130 schoolchildren abducted from a Catholic school in Niger state in November. Earlier, 100 were released. All kidnapped students are now safe, ending a tense ordeal amid rising mass abductions in the country.

Tamil Nadu Deletes 2.6 Lakh More Women Than Men From Voter List in Latest Revision

December 22, 2025

Tamil Nadu Deletes 2.6 Lakh More Women Than Men From Voter List in Latest Revision

Tamil Nadu’s latest electoral roll revision removed 97.3 lakh voters with about 2.6 lakh more women than men deleted. The gap shrank as women voters dropped from 13 lakh excess to 10.4 lakh, mainly due to migration linked to marriage.

West Bengal Police rejects attempts to link Dipu Chandra Das murder with Murshidabad lynching

December 21, 2025

West Bengal Police rejects attempts to link Dipu Chandra Das murder with Murshidabad lynching

West Bengal Police calls attempts to link recent Bangladesh murder with Murshidabad lynching 'disingenuous' and warns of legal action against communal misinformation.

Israel Approves 19 New West Bank Settlements, Raising Tensions

December 21, 2025

Israel Approves 19 New West Bank Settlements, Raising Tensions

Israel's government has approved 19 new Jewish settlements in the West Bank, increasing total new settlements to 69 this term. This move challenges efforts for a Palestinian state and follows rising settler attacks on Palestinians.

Russia Slams European and Ukrainian Edits to US Peace Plan, Warns Conflict May Drag On

December 21, 2025

Russia Slams European and Ukrainian Edits to US Peace Plan, Warns Conflict May Drag On

Russia says changes by Europe and Ukraine to US peace proposals do not boost chances for peace and may prolong the war. Talks continue in Miami with hopes of progress.

Drunk Lorry Driver Crashes into Over Six Vehicles in Anekal, Two Injured

December 21, 2025

Drunk Lorry Driver Crashes into Over Six Vehicles in Anekal, Two Injured

A lorry driver under the influence rammed six vehicles across Anekal's Chandapura Road. Two people were hurt. Police arrested the driver after a 10 km chase.

BJP Wins Big in Arunachal Pradesh Local Elections, Dominates Zilla Parishad and Gram Panchayat Seats

December 21, 2025

BJP Wins Big in Arunachal Pradesh Local Elections, Dominates Zilla Parishad and Gram Panchayat Seats

Arunachal Pradesh's ruling BJP secured a strong majority in local elections, winning 170 zilla parishad and over 6,000 gram panchayat seats, says SEC. Opposition parties lag behind in these crucial polls.

Hyderabad Toofans to Promote Telangana Culture in Hockey India League 2025-26

December 21, 2025

Hyderabad Toofans to Promote Telangana Culture in Hockey India League 2025-26

Telangana’s Hyderabad Toofans will showcase State culture in the Hockey India League 2025-26. Sponsored by Telangana Tourism, the team aims to boost regional pride and sports growth.

Ukkunagaram Sri Sathya Sai Mandir Marks 25 Years with Grand Silver Jubilee Celebration

December 21, 2025

Ukkunagaram Sri Sathya Sai Mandir Marks 25 Years with Grand Silver Jubilee Celebration

The Ukkunagaram Sri Sathya Sai Mandir in Visakhapatnam celebrated its 25th anniversary with a spiritual event. Leaders praised its service to the community over the years.