December 30, 2025

Dharwad Aadhaar Centre to Reopen Soon After Public Protests Over Closure

The Dharwad Aadhaar service centre closed due to tender expiry will reopen soon. A new centre in Hubballi has started, but locals demand services back in Dharwad to avoid trouble.

December 30, 2025

Kumily Launches 24-Hour Medical Camp for Sabarimala Pilgrims Amid Forest Dept Standoff

A new 24-hour medical camp in Kumily offers allopathy and traditional treatments to Sabarimala pilgrims. The camp opens despite Forest department objections. Idukki District Collector pushes for essential facilities during Makaravilakku festival.

December 30, 2025

Saudi Arabia Backs Yemen’s Demand for UAE to Withdraw within 24 Hours After Mukalla Strike

Saudi Arabia supports Yemen’s order for the UAE to pull out within a day after a Saudi-led coalition bombed a weapons shipment to UAE-backed separatists at Mukalla port. Tensions rise as Yemen’s presidential council cancels defence pact and declares emergency to counter Houthis and internal conflicts.

December 30, 2025

Sri Sathya Sai District Sees 2% Crime Rise; Property, Women Offences Climb

Sri Sathya Sai district's crime rate rose 2% in 2025, mainly due to property and crimes against women. Road accident deaths fell 11%, while grievous hurt cases dropped sharply. Police recovered ₹5.5 crore gold in bank theft and arrested a fraudster in ₹300-cr scam.

December 30, 2025

Mysuru Prepares for Heavy Devotee Crowd at Chamundi Hills on New Year 2026

Mysuru officials gear up for a surge of devotees at Chamundi Hills from January 1 to 4, with special programs and extra facilities planned to manage the crowd smoothly.

December 30, 2025

Saudi Arabia Imports Sand from Australia for Mega Projects Despite Desert Abundance

Saudi Arabia imports high-quality construction sand from Australia. Desert sand is too smooth for concrete. This supports its Vision 2030 mega projects like NEOM. The UAE follows suit, showing a global sand shortage.

December 30, 2025

Kuwait Caps Expats' Overseas Stay to Six Months, Launches Long-Term Residency Visas

Kuwait now limits expats to six months abroad to keep residency, with exceptions for investors and property owners. New long-term visas up to 15 years and stricter rules for domestic workers come into force, alongside digital permit processing and fines for visa overstays.

December 30, 2025

Hindu Worker Shot Dead by Colleague in Bangladesh's Mymensingh; Minority Safety Concerns Rise

Bajendra Biswas, a Hindu worker, was fatally shot by fellow Ansar member Noman Mia at a garment factory in Mymensingh. The killing adds to rising fears over minority safety in Bangladesh.

December 30, 2025

US Embassy Warns on Breaking Law Amid H-1B Visa Delays, Sparks Social Media Backlash

US Embassy India warns against breaking US laws as H-1B and H-4 visa appointments face long delays. The message, linked to Trump's anti-illegal immigration stance, triggered strong reactions on social media amid visa chaos.

December 30, 2025

Iceland Hits Record 19.8°C on Christmas Eve Amid Soaring Global Temperatures

Iceland recorded a stunning 19.8°C on Christmas Eve, smashing old December temperature records. Warm tropical air and high pressure caused this unusual heat. Experts link the rise to global warming, as Arctic regions like Iceland warm faster than anywhere else.