December 26, 2025

Cold Wave Hits Bihar; Orange Fog Alert Issued as Temperatures Drop Below 10°C

Bihar faces cold wave with temperatures dipping below 10°C in many districts. The IMD issues an orange alert for dense fog. Punjab and Haryana report intense cold with minimum temperatures above normal for this season.

December 26, 2025

Saudi Arabia Proposes Heavy Fines to Stop Land Hoarding Under New White Land Tax Rules

Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Municipalities and Housing has unveiled draft regulations imposing fines on owners of undeveloped land. The new White Land and Vacant Property Tax system aims to boost development, improve housing supply, and fight land monopoly. Public feedback is open until January 2026.

December 26, 2025

Telangana CM Orders Three-Day Kite Festival at Hyderabad Lakes for Sankranti 2026

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy announced a three-day Kite Festival at Hyderabad’s popular lakes from January 11, 2026. The festival will celebrate Sankranti with special invitations to IT workers, film stars, and sportspersons. The event aims to highlight restored lakes and will coordinate with the Tourism department, alongside other festivities like hot air balloons and drone shows.

December 26, 2025

Two Paddle Boarders Rescued After Drifting 10km Across Port Phillip Bay on Christmas Day

Two paddle boarders were rescued after drifting more than 10km in Victoria’s Port Phillip Bay. Exhausted but safe, they thanked the rescue teams for their quick response.

December 26, 2025

Saudi Arabia Launches Halal Mark Track Combining Halal Certification with ESG Standards

Saudi Arabia’s Halal Centre launches Halal Mark Track to blend halal certification with ESG standards. This new system boosts trust, transparency, and chances for local and global halal businesses.

December 26, 2025

Cambodia Accuses Thailand of Heavy Bombing Amid Border Talks After Deadly Clashes

Cambodia says Thailand intensified bombing in their disputed border area during talks to stop deadly clashes that killed over 40. Both sides blame each other as peace talks continue.

December 26, 2025

ED Alleges Money Laundering by UK-Based Maulana Shamsul Huda Khan Linked to Radical Funding

The Enforcement Directorate has filed a money laundering case against Maulana Shamsul Huda Khan, residing in the UK, for receiving crores illegally and promoting radical ideology.

December 26, 2025

Woman Shot in Gurugram Club After Refusing Marriage Proposal, Two Arrested

A 25-year-old woman was shot inside a Gurugram club after rejecting a man’s marriage proposal. Police arrested the accused and are probing the case.

December 26, 2025

Wayanad Tiger That Killed Tribal Leader Captured by Forest Officials

A 14-year-old tiger that killed a tribal leader in Wayanad was caught early Friday. The Forest Department set a cage trap and safely secured the tiger, which will stay under care due to its dangerous past.

December 26, 2025

Delhi Air Quality Drops to 'Very Poor' with AQI at 310, Pollution Likely to Persist

Delhi's air quality fell back to 'very poor' on December 26, 2025, with AQI at 310. Jahangirpuri and Anand Vihar recorded the worst levels at 395. Low wind speeds and slow pollutant dispersal will keep air quality poor for six days.