December 23, 2025

Spain's Christmas Lottery Rewards La Bañeza Town with 468 Million Euros Jackpot

Spain’s El Gordo lottery brings joy to La Bañeza with a 468 million euro prize. The win offers hope months after devastating wildfires hit the region.

December 23, 2025

Bangladesh Halts Visa Services in New Delhi Over Security Concerns Amid India-Bangladesh Tensions

Bangladesh has stopped issuing visas at its New Delhi High Commission due to security concerns after attacks on visa centers in Bangladesh and protests in India. This follows rising tensions between the two nations after the killing of radical leader Sharif Osman Hadi.

December 23, 2025

NSW Passes Anti-Protest and Gun Reforms; Greens Lead Legal Fight

NSW lower house passes strict anti-protest and gun laws amid protests and backlash. Greens and activists launch a constitutional challenge to fight the new rules.

December 23, 2025

Trump's Greenland Envoy Appointment Triggers Diplomatic Row with Denmark

Donald Trump named Jeff Landry as US special envoy to Greenland, stirring fresh tensions with Denmark. Greenland's leader insists on respecting its future and territorial integrity amid Arctic strategic race.

December 23, 2025

Russia Steps Up Strikes on Ukraine’s Odesa, Hitting Ports and Power Supplies

Russia has increased attacks on Ukraine’s Odesa region, cutting power for 120,000 people and damaging key ports. Kyiv calls these 'systematic' strikes aimed at blocking access to sea routes. Recent attacks have killed several, sparked fires, and disrupted vital grain exports.

December 23, 2025

UDF in Chaos Over Kochi Mayor; V.K. Minimol, Deepthy Varghese, Shiny Mathew in Race

UDF faces confusion in choosing Kochi Corporation mayor after Congress councillors split on candidates. V.K. Minimol gains support, but Shiny Mathew also strong. Deepthy Varghese loses ground amid group rivalry.

December 23, 2025

Motilal Oswal Invests $72 Million in Hyderabad’s Sensa Core Medical Devices Company

Motilal Oswal Alternates invested $72 million in Hyderabad-based Sensa Core, a leader in in-vitro diagnostic devices. The funding will expand product development and manufacturing for Indian and global markets.

December 23, 2025

Himachal Pradesh's Forest Wealth Worth ₹9.95 Lakh Crore, Demands from 16th Finance Commission for More Support

Himachal Pradesh’s forests are worth ₹9.95 lakh crore, offering huge ecological benefits like carbon capture and water supply. Experts urge the 16th Finance Commission to increase funds to protect these assets that serve the entire country.

December 23, 2025

GHMC Offers 90% Interest Waiver on Property Tax Arrears for 2025-26

The Telangana government has announced a 90% waiver on accumulated interest for property tax arrears in GHMC limits for FY 2025-26. Taxpayers must clear the principal and 10% interest in one payment to avail this benefit.

December 23, 2025

Wes Streeting Pushes for Stronger UK-EU Trade, Challenging Labour's Brexit Stance

Labour's Wes Streeting wants a deeper UK-EU trade tie, calling for a customs union. His view echoes Keir Starmer's 2018 Brexit pivot and highlights growing Labour support for EU deals.