December 29, 2025

China Starts Military Drills Around Taiwan as Warning Over US Arms Sale

China has begun military drills around Taiwan simulating a blockade. The exercises follow a $11bn US weapons sale to Taiwan and aim to warn 'separatist forces'. Taiwan is on high alert as tensions rise in the Taiwan Strait.

December 29, 2025

Tony Joseph Unveils Ancient Origins of Caste in Indian History Congress Lecture

At the 84th Indian History Congress, Tony Joseph discussed how the caste system began around the first millennium BCE and evolved under political and social pressures, highlighting the key roles of Brahmanas and rulers.

December 29, 2025

Fire Rages Through Two Coaches of Tatanagar-Ernakulam Express Near Yelamanchili

A fire broke out early Monday morning in two coaches of the Tatanagar-Ernakulam Express near Yelamanchili station, Andhra Pradesh. Coaches were badly damaged but initial reports say no casualties. Firefighters quickly controlled the blaze while officials investigate the cause.

December 29, 2025

1,000 Teachers Removed by Police in Chennai Protesting Pay Disparity

Over 1,000 secondary-grade teachers protested in Chennai demanding equal pay. Police removed and detained them as protests enter third day, calling for pay anomaly fix.

December 29, 2025

Scheduled Caste Woman Cook Faces Caste Bias at Karur School; Complaint Filed Under SC/ST Act

A Scheduled Caste woman cook in Karur was stopped from working due to caste bias. She filed a complaint leading to FIR against the school headmistress under the SC/ST Act.