December 31, 2025

Win €1 Million Picasso Painting for Just €100 to Fund Alzheimer’s Research

French charity offers a chance to win Picasso's 1941 portrait for €100. Proceeds support Alzheimer’s research. Draw on April 14 at Christie’s Paris.

December 31, 2025

Measles Case Found at Newark Airport Amid Holiday Travel Surge

A measles case was found at Newark Liberty International Airport on December 12. Health officials warn travelers to watch for symptoms and get vaccinated. Measles cases are rising in the US, with over 2,000 reported this year.

December 31, 2025

UDF Leaders Blame T.M. Chandran for Confusing Voters, Letting BJP Win Mattathur Panchayat

Defeated UDF candidates in Mattathur claim T.M. Chandran misled voters about Congress symbols, harming their chances and aiding BJP's rise in the election.

December 31, 2025

India Starts Huge National Drug Use Survey Covering 20 Lakh People by 2026

India's National Drug Use Survey 2025-26 will study drug use among 20 lakh people, including students and prisoners. It will explore local substances and aim for better drug policies.

December 31, 2025

Mandya to Convert 4,250 Acres to Organic Farming, Boost Millet Awareness and Farmer Income

Mandya district plans to convert 4,250 acres to organic farming. A millet roadshow launched to promote healthy eating. Farmers urged to treat agriculture as a business.

December 31, 2025

Saudi Arabia’s Bold Plan to Plant 10 Billion Trees and Revive the Desert

Saudi Arabia is launching an ambitious plan to plant 10 billion trees and restore 74.8 million hectares of land to combat desertification and climate change by 2030.

December 31, 2025

Iran Govt Building Attacked in Fasa Amid Economic Protests; 4 Arrested

A government building in southern Iran’s Fasa was attacked during protests over soaring prices and inflation. Four suspects were arrested. Officials say unrest is under control with no deaths reported.

December 31, 2025

Belagavi to Hold Public Meeting on New 8-km Flyover Project Connecting Two Highways

Belagavi will host a public consultation on January 6 for a new 8-km flyover linking two national highways. Officials will gather suggestions and clear doubts to finalize plans for this ₹270 crore project aimed at reducing traffic congestion.

December 31, 2025

Karnataka Sahitya Academy Hosts 3-Day Dalit Literature & Movement Camp at Bangalore University

Karnataka Sahitya Academy is launching a three-day camp on Dalit Literature and Movement from January 2 to 4 at Bangalore University. Key figures like Kotiganahalli Ramaiah and L.N. Mukundaraj lead this event.

December 31, 2025

Indian Army's Animal Contingent to March at Republic Day 2026

For the first time, Indian Army's specially trained animals will march at the Republic Day parade. Bactrian camels, Zanskar ponies, Army dogs, and raptors will showcase great endurance and vital roles in high-altitude operations.