Channapatna Toy Craft Struggles as Young Leave Artisan Work for Cities

December 19, 2025

Channapatna Toy Craft Struggles as Young Leave Artisan Work for Cities

Channapatna’s famous toy craft faces decline with aging artisans and less youth interest. Market and government support needed for revival.

Surfers and Beachgoers Unite at Bondi Beach to Honor Mass Shooting Victims

December 19, 2025

Surfers and Beachgoers Unite at Bondi Beach to Honor Mass Shooting Victims

Bondi Beach reopens as hundreds of surfers and beachgoers gather to pay respects for victims of Sunday’s deadly shooting. Massive fundraising and record blood donations follow.

CMRL to Build ₹70 Crore Flyovers on Chennai-Tiruttani High Road; Land Acquisition Underway

December 19, 2025

CMRL to Build ₹70 Crore Flyovers on Chennai-Tiruttani High Road; Land Acquisition Underway

The Chennai Metro Rail Limited will construct two 600-meter flyovers on the Chennai-Tiruttani High Road. Land acquisition is in progress, costing ₹70 crore per flyover. Work depends on final approvals and integration with metro pillars.

Activists Protest Soil Dumping in Kottooli Wetlands During Vijil Murder Investigation

December 19, 2025

Activists Protest Soil Dumping in Kottooli Wetlands During Vijil Murder Investigation

Environmental activists demand quick removal of dumped soil in Kottooli wetlands by police during a murder probe. They warn damages continue and call for urgent action.

Bengaluru's Stalled Wind Tunnel Underpass Project Faces Traffic Police Roadblock

December 18, 2025

Bengaluru's Stalled Wind Tunnel Underpass Project Faces Traffic Police Roadblock

The 300-metre Wind Tunnel underpass on HAL Airport Road in Bengaluru remains stalled 11 years after approval. Traffic Police reject closure permits, fearing major traffic jams. The civic body seeks alternatives but faces refusals, delaying a key traffic relief plan in the city.