December 30, 2025

Christian Nationalism Sparks Clash in Small Tennessee Town

A new conservative community in Gainesboro, Tennessee, built around Christian nationalism, faces local resistance. Residents fear extreme views as developers promote 'faith, family, and freedom.' The dispute highlights wider political battles in rural America.

December 30, 2025

Trump Unfazed by China's Military Drills Around Taiwan, Cites Strong Ties with Xi Jinping

US President Donald Trump brushed off China's military drills near Taiwan, emphasizing his good relationship with President Xi Jinping. The drills follow a major US arms sale to Taiwan that rattled Beijing.

December 30, 2025

Gujarat Tops India in Okra Production; Saurashtra-Kutch Emerges as Horticulture Hub

Gujarat became India's top okra producer in 2023–24, with the Saurashtra-Kutch region growing fast in horticulture. Ahead of VGRC 2026 in Rajkot, the state records huge production and advances in farming.

December 30, 2025

Choosing Popular Engineering Streams May Not Guarantee Future Jobs, Experts Warn

Experts say picking engineering streams just because they are popular can backfire. Rapid industry changes may make courses irrelevant by graduation. Students must pick subjects wisely and focus on skills.

December 30, 2025

Migrants Drive Two-Thirds of US Rental Demand Growth, Trump Tightens Housing Policies

A recent US HUD report reveals foreign-born migrants caused two-thirds of rental demand growth. Trump says, “I inherited a mess. And I’m fixing it.” New policies cut aid to ineligible residents and remove complex housing rules to boost ownership.

December 30, 2025

Tamil Nadu's CMCHIS Helps 18,000+ Patients with High-End Transplants, ₹1,556 Crore Spent

Tamil Nadu has supported over 18,000 patients with costly organ transplants and cochlear implants through its health scheme, CMCHIS, spending ₹1,556 crore so far.

December 30, 2025

NC Leader Tanvir Sadiq Backs Student Protest on J&K Reservation Row

After NC chief Farooq Abdullah backed a crackdown, NC's Tanvir Sadiq says students should peacefully protest reservation policies. Party differences surface as leaders under house arrest.

December 30, 2025

Israel Recognises Somaliland as Independent State, Stirring Global Controversy

Israel has become the first country to recognise Somaliland as independent. Somalia and many nations condemn the move, citing threats to sovereignty. China calls the act selfish. Somaliland calls it historic. Israel cites strategic reasons in the Red Sea region.

December 30, 2025

Kalachuvadu Releases T. Janakiraman’s Music-Focused Short Story Collection with Preface by Sanjay Subrahmanyan

Kalachuvadu publishes a new collection of T. Janakiraman’s stories centered on music. Sanjay Subrahmanyan pens the preface, highlighting Janakiraman's deep love for Carnatic traditions and his unique approach to music in literature.

December 30, 2025

170 Sheep Die Mysteriously Near Rashtriya Prerna Sthal in Lucknow; Tests Underway

About 170 sheep died suddenly near Rashtriya Prerna Sthal, Lucknow. Police are testing samples to find if disease, poison, or negligence caused the deaths. An NGO demands a full probe and strict action if foul play is found.