December 23, 2025

India’s Rural Jobs Guarantee Scheme Reforms Spark Debate on Its Future

India overhauled its rural jobs guarantee law, increasing workdays but shifting costs to states. Critics warn this may weaken a key poverty-fighting scheme.

December 23, 2025

India’s Rural Jobs Guarantee Scheme Reforms Spark Debate on Its Future

India overhauled its rural jobs guarantee law, increasing workdays but shifting costs to states. Critics warn this may weaken a key poverty-fighting scheme.

December 23, 2025

Over 140 Tourists Rescued as Ferry Capsizes in Laos Mekong River Disaster

A ferry carrying 147 people capsized on the Mekong River, Laos, leaving three missing. Passengers scrambled amid panic, with few life jackets on board. Rescuers are still searching for a mother and her two children.

December 23, 2025

China Cracks Down on Zion Church Leaders in Largest Christian Sweep Since 2018

China has arrested over a dozen Zion Church leaders, including senior pastor Gao Yingjia, in its biggest crackdown on Christians since 2018. More than 100 Christians were detained in Wenzhou as authorities clamp down on underground house churches.

December 23, 2025

Haridwar Hotel Cancels Christmas Events After Hindu Group Protests

Hotel Bhagirathi in Haridwar canceled Christmas plays and DJ nights after Hindu groups objected to celebrations on Ganga's banks. The hotel had announced the events on social media.