December 18, 2025

India Reopens Dhaka Visa Centre, Closes Two Others in Bangladesh Over Security Concerns

India reopened its visa centre in Dhaka after closing it for a day due to protests but shut two other centres in Khulna and Rajshahi. Security concerns over anti-India protests led to these moves. Indian officials warned of risks and called on Bangladesh to protect missions.

December 18, 2025

Maharashtra Farmer Sells Kidney to Clear Loan; Six Moneylenders Arrested

A farmer in Maharashtra’s Chandrapur district sold his kidney to repay a loan from moneylenders. Police confirmed he has one kidney after a medical test. Six moneylenders were arrested. The farmer borrowed ₹50,000 at high interest and repaid part of it by selling his kidney in Cambodia for ₹8 lakh.

December 18, 2025

Meghalaya MP Highlights Drug Smuggling Rise After NGT Coal Mining Ban

Meghalaya MP Dr. Kharlukhi urges the Centre to speed up scientific mining in the state. He warns the coal mining ban has hurt families and fueled drug smuggling in old mining zones.

December 18, 2025

Bomb Threats Evacuate Mumbai Courts, Including Bombay High Court

Bomb threats hit Mumbai courts and banks on December 18, 2025. Authorities evacuated buildings and checked security. All cleared safe. Court sessions paused then resumed.

December 18, 2025

NSW Aims to Ban Recreational Hunting as Reason for Gun Ownership After Bondi Massacre

Following the Bondi massacre, NSW plans strict new gun laws, including ending recreational hunting as a reason for owning guns. The move aims to cut down over 1.1 million firearms in the state.