December 19, 2025

Chilean Patagonia’s Cochamó Valley Saved Forever After $78m Fundraising

A grassroots campaign raised $78m to buy and protect 133,000 hectares of Chile’s Cochamó Valley. The valley’s ancient forests, rare wildlife, and rural way of life are now safe from logging and development.

December 19, 2025

Winter Chill Hits Punjab and Haryana as Fog Covers Region; Hoshiarpur Coldest at 4.8°C

Dense fog and dropping temperatures chilled Punjab and Haryana on December 19, 2025. Hoshiarpur was the coldest at 4.8°C. Other cities also faced dense fog and low visibility in the morning.

December 19, 2025

RTA Suspends Key Intercity Buses Amid Heavy Rain in UAE

The RTA has paused several bus routes connecting Dubai with Sharjah and Ajman due to severe weather. Commuters should seek alternatives and stay updated as services resume only when safe.

December 19, 2025

UAE Battling Heavy Rain, Thunderstorms and Floods with Travel Warnings Across Emirates

The UAE is hit by heavy rain and storms causing floods and transport delays. Authorities warn residents to stay safe as weather remains unstable through Saturday.

December 19, 2025

Tamil Nadu Govt Issues SOP for Safe Conduct of Jallikattu in 2026

The Tamil Nadu government has set strict rules for the 2026 Jallikattu events during Pongal. Clear duties for officials and organisers aim to ensure safety of bulls and tamers, with strict controls on locations and permissions.