November 29, 2025

Assam launches eviction drive clearing 795 hectares of forest land, 1,500 families affected

An eviction drive began in Assam's Nagaon district to clear 795 hectares of forest land. Around 1,500 families, mostly Bengali-speaking Muslims, face displacement. Over 1,100 families have already vacated. Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said over 160 sq km land cleared since 2021.

November 29, 2025

Cyclone Ditwah Spares Telangana; Light Rain Expected in Four Districts

Cyclone Ditwah is set to mostly impact northern Tamil Nadu and south Andhra Pradesh. Telangana will see only light rain in some areas, says IMD Hyderabad. Minimal weather disruption expected.

November 29, 2025

Nilgiris Tahr Population Grows to 1,303 in Tamil Nadu; New Interpretation Centre Planned

The Nilgiris Tahr population in Tamil Nadu has risen to 1,303, showing a healthy increase. A new Interpretation Centre will open soon in Coimbatore to spread awareness and support conservation efforts.

November 29, 2025

Over 350 Dead in Southeast Asia Floods and Landslides Amid Intense Monsoon Rains

Heavy monsoon rains caused deadly floods and landslides in Indonesia, Thailand, and Malaysia. More than 350 have died, many are missing, and rescue efforts continue in the hardest-hit areas.

November 29, 2025

Hong Kong Begins Three-Day Mourning After Deadly Fire That Killed 128

Hong Kong mourns 128 lives lost in its deadliest fire in decades. Authorities arrested eight for corruption linked to renovation work. The city remembers victims with moments of silence and flags at half-mast.