December 31, 2025

Delhi Faces Dense Fog and Severe Air Pollution; AQI Hits 452 at Anand Vihar

Delhi woke up to dense fog and very poor air quality on December 31, 2025. Anand Vihar recorded the worst AQI at 452. The IMD issued an orange alert for fog and warned air quality may worsen on New Year’s Day.

December 31, 2025

South Africa Saves Albatrosses Using Bird Scaring Lines to Cut Fishing Deaths by 90%

South Africa is protecting endangered albatrosses from fishing hooks using colorful bird scaring lines. These lines reduce seabird deaths by 90%, helping these rare birds survive on the high seas.

December 31, 2025

Boat Capsizes Near Sydney’s Palm Beach: One Dead, Teen Missing, One Rescued

A boat capsized near Palm Beach, Sydney. One man died, a 14-year-old boy is missing, and another man rescued. Emergency teams, including a helicopter, searched the area.

December 31, 2025

Train Crash Near Machu Picchu Kills One, Injures Dozens of Tourists

A deadly train crash near Machu Picchu in Peru has killed a driver and injured over 40 people. Rescue efforts continue amid rough terrain as hundreds of tourists wait for evacuation.

December 31, 2025

Eurostar Delays Hit Second Day After Channel Tunnel Power Outage Strands Passengers Overnight

Eurostar trains faced major power issues in the Channel Tunnel, causing passengers to stay stuck on trains for hours overnight. Services resume with possible delays and cancellations continuing.

December 31, 2025

KSRTC Tourist Bus Catches Fire in Kottayam, All 28 Passengers Safe

A KSRTC tourist bus caught fire near Manimala, Kottayam early Wednesday. All 28 passengers escaped safely. Firefighters arrived too late to save the vehicle. KSRTC arranged a replacement bus and launched an investigation into the cause.

December 31, 2025

Supreme Court Stays Delhi HC Bail in Kuldeep Singh Sengar's Unnao Rape Case

The Supreme Court has stayed the Delhi High Court's order that suspended Kuldeep Singh Sengar’s life sentence and granted him bail in the 2017 Unnao rape case. The apex court issued notice to challenge the HC’s decision after public outrage over the convicted ex-MLA’s release.

December 31, 2025

Gig Workers to Strike Nationwide on Dec 31 Over Pay, Safety Concerns

Delivery workers from platforms like Swiggy, Zomato, and Amazon plan a nationwide strike on December 31. They demand better pay, safer work conditions, and social security. The strike follows recent protests and may disrupt deliveries on New Year's Eve.

December 31, 2025

Tamil Nadu Debt Surpasses Uttar Pradesh but Economy Remains Strong and Growing

Tamil Nadu's outstanding debt is now higher than Uttar Pradesh's in absolute terms. But when measured against the economy size, Tamil Nadu's debt is lower and on a downward trend. The state shows strong fiscal health with steady growth and smart investments fueling its future.

December 31, 2025

Anti-Indian Sentiment and Visa Hurdles Shake Indian American Dreams in the US

Indian Americans face growing hostility and visa challenges in the US. From protests against a Hanuman statue to strict H-1B visa rules, many question their future in America.