December 23, 2025

Kuki Groups in Manipur to End Poppy Cultivation by 2026 Amid Ethnic Conflict

Kuki community bodies in Kangpokpi district, Manipur, have agreed to stop poppy farming from January 1, 2026. This move aims to reduce ethnic tensions after years of violent clashes. Over 260 people died and 62,000 displaced in the conflict between Kuki-Zo and Meitei groups.

December 23, 2025

New Zealand's Taumata Name: World's Longest Place Name with Deep Māori Roots

New Zealand hosts the world's longest place name, Taumatawhakatangihangakoauauotamateaturipukakapikimaungahoronukupokaiwhenuakitanatahu. This 85-letter Māori hill name tells a rich story and showcases cultural preservation in mapping.

December 23, 2025

AP CM Launches South India Rocketry Challenge 2026 for Students' Rocket Making Skills

Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu unveiled the poster for South India Rocketry Challenge 2026. The event will boost students' rocket-making skills with finals at Vignan University in January.

December 23, 2025

Fresh Survey Ordered to Resolve Fishing Dispute at Godavari River Barrage

Officials have ordered a fresh survey to settle fishing rights clashes between East Godavari and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema districts over wild prawn seed collection. The collection remains banned till further notice.

December 23, 2025

Telangana Conducts First State-Level Disaster Response Mock Drill on Floods and Industrial Accidents

Telangana government teamed up with NDMA for its first large-scale disaster response drill across 12 flood-prone districts and 5 industrial zones. The exercise tested flood and industrial accident readiness, emergency systems, and coordination among agencies to boost disaster preparedness.