December 11, 2025

Odisha Forms Panel to Resolve Mahanadi River Water Dispute with Chhattisgarh

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced a high-level committee, chaired by Deputy CM Kanak Vaardhan Singh Deo, to guide efforts in resolving the Mahanadi River water dispute with Chhattisgarh.

December 11, 2025

Man Dies in Queensland Zip Line Fall; Wife Injured as Wire Grip Fails at Jungle Surfing

A man died and his wife was seriously hurt when their zip line wire came loose at Jungle Surfing Canopy Tours in Queensland. Investigators say the wire grip was not tight enough, failing safety standards. A coronial inquest is set for March 2024 to examine the cause and safety measures.

December 11, 2025

Climate Crisis Boosted Deadly Asian Storms, Over 1,750 Dead in Floods

Scientists say climate change made storms in Asia much stronger, causing heavy floods that killed over 1,750 people. Cyclones hit Sri Lanka and Indonesia in late 2023, with flood waters reaching up to 15 feet in some places.

December 11, 2025

Colombia Recovers First Artifacts From 1708 ‘Holy Grail’ Shipwreck San José

Colombia has lifted five precious objects from the sunken 1708 Spanish galleon San José. The find includes a cannon, coins, and porcelain cup from the legendary treasure ship. This marks the first time artifacts have been recovered from the deep seabed site, shedding new light on one of history’s richest maritime wrecks.

December 11, 2025

Western Tragopan Conservation: Captive Breeding Saves Rare Himachal Pheasant Amid Habitat Threats

The western tragopan, Himachal Pradesh's rare state bird, faces habitat loss and climate threats. Captive breeding efforts at Sarahan Pheasantry boost its numbers, but reintroduction into the wild stalls due to funding and research needs.