December 30, 2025

Nepal Ends Failed $4,000 Everest Waste Deposit Scheme, Plans New Cleanup Fee

Nepal is stopping its failed $4,000 deposit system for Everest climbers to bring down trash. A new non-refundable fee will fund cleanup and ranger patrols on the mountain.

December 30, 2025

Trinamool Demands Booth Level Agents' Presence in WB Voter List Hearings

Trinamool Congress demands Booth Level Agents be allowed in West Bengal's voter revision hearings to ensure transparency. Protests and political heat follow as BJP calls for an FIR against Trinamool MLA Asit Majumdar.

December 30, 2025

Texas Woman's Video on Rising Indian Population in Irving and Frisco Sparks Viral Debate

A Texas woman’s viral video claims Indian population in Irving and Frisco is changing the cities. Social media users have mixed reactions, sparking a heated debate.

December 30, 2025

US Starts Social Media Screening for H-1B, H-4 Visa Applicants Delaying Approvals

From December 15, the US State Department screens social media of H-1B and H-4 visa applicants. This causes delays and rescheduling of interviews till 2026. Applicants must now list all social media handles in form DS-160 or fill DS-5535 if asked.

December 30, 2025

Nalin Haley Urges Netanyahu to Attend Christian Mass During US Visit

Nalin Haley, son of ex-US UN ambassador Nikki Haley, asks Israeli PM Netanyahu to attend a Christian Mass when in the US, highlighting solidarity with American Christians.

December 30, 2025

GHMC Approves ₹11,460 Crore Budget for 2026-27 with Focus on Roads and New Areas

GHMC’s standing committee approves ₹11,460 crore budget for 2026-27, slightly up from this year. Major funds go to new zones and road projects. Revenue target set at ₹4,651 crore, with state grants rising and central grants cutting down.

December 30, 2025

Bengaluru 2025: Tragic Stampede, €7.11 Cr Robbery, Gold Smuggling Shake City

Bengaluru faced a tragic IPL stampede killing 11, a ₹7.11 crore cash van heist, a high-profile gold smuggling arrest, shocking murders, and record drug busts in 2025.

December 30, 2025

Punjab Rural Polls Show AAP Lead, SAD Gains, Congress Weakens Ahead of 2027

In Punjab’s rural elections, AAP won big but SAD made strong gains, challenging Congress’s position. BJP’s solo power remains weak. The 2027 Assembly elections could see a fierce contest, especially if SAD-BJP join forces.

December 30, 2025

T. Janakiraman's Music-Themed Short Stories Shine in New Kalachuvadu Collection

Kalachuvadu releases a new collection of T. Janakiraman's short stories focused on music, with a preface by Carnatic maestro Sanjay Subrahmanyan. The stories explore deep Carnatic traditions and musical experiences.

December 30, 2025

13 Dead, 98 Injured in Mexico’s Interoceanic Train Derailment in Oaxaca

Thirteen people died and 98 were hurt when the Interoceanic Train derailed in Oaxaca, Mexico. The accident has sparked fresh criticism of government projects. President Sheinbaum promises a full investigation.