December 17, 2025

Gang Rape of Minor in Bhubaneswar Sparks Outrage, Opposition Blames Government

A brutal gang rape of a minor girl in Bhubaneswar has triggered strong political reactions. Opposition BJD accuses the state government of failure while police continue search for the main accused.

December 17, 2025

Bombay High Court Seeks Centre’s Response on Denied Death Benefits to Martyred Agniveer

Bombay High Court on Dec 16 asked Defence Ministry to explain why full death benefits are denied to Agniveer Murali Naik’s family. Murali was killed in cross-border fire in J&K. The court will hear the case on January 15, 2026.

December 17, 2025

Trump Orders Total Blockade on Venezuelan Oil Tankers to Pressure Maduro

Donald Trump has ordered a full blockade of sanctioned Venezuelan oil tankers, escalating US pressure on Nicolás Maduro. The move follows US military strikes and tanker seizures aimed at curbing drug trafficking and Maduro’s regime. Venezuela calls it piracy as oil exports drop and tensions rise.

December 17, 2025

Manhunt Continues After Brown University Shooting; Suspect's Social Media Profiles Removed

The search for the Brown University shooting suspect enters its fourth day. Social media profiles of first-year student Mustapha Kharbouch have reportedly been removed. The FBI calls the suspect 'armed and dangerous' and offers a $50,000 reward for information.

December 17, 2025

Six Women Sue Tinder, Hinge Owner Over Doctor's Years of Sexual Assault on Apps

Six women have sued Match Group, owner of Tinder and Hinge, for ignoring reports that allowed a Denver doctor to drug and rape women via the apps. Despite warnings, the doctor’s profile stayed active for years before his 2024 conviction and prison sentence.