December 19, 2025

IBM CEO Arvind Krishna: India Can Lead in AI and Quantum Computing

IBM’s chief Arvind Krishna says India has the talent to lead global AI and quantum tech. IBM will skill 5 million people by 2030 through new courses and partnerships.

December 19, 2025

National Puppetry Festival Begins in Mysuru with Top Puppetry Teams

The National Puppetry Festival started in Mysuru on December 19. Leading puppeteers from India are performing and sharing their art at Hardwicke School till December 21.

December 19, 2025

Ernakulam Congress Protests Viral Parody Song Case, Cites Freedom of Expression

Ernakulam Congress staged a protest against legal action on the viral parody song 'Pottiye Kettye'. Leaders claim it's a blow to free speech in Kerala and challenged the government's intolerance.

December 19, 2025

Supreme Court Rules CSR Must Include Environmental Protection, Cites Great Indian Bustard

The Supreme Court declares corporate social responsibility (CSR) includes protecting the environment. Companies must help save endangered species like the Great Indian Bustard and share duty under the Constitution.

December 19, 2025

Four Dead in Rare Mass Stabbing Attack in Taipei Using Smoke Grenades

A violent mass stabbing rocked Taipei, killing four including the attacker after a chaotic rampage with smoke grenades at busy spots. Several others were hurt. The suspect, a 27-year-old ex-soldier, died falling from a building during a police chase.

December 19, 2025

US Funds Controversial Hepatitis B Vaccine Study in Guinea-Bissau Amid CDC Guideline Shift

The US plans to spend $1.6 million on a hepatitis B vaccine study in Guinea-Bissau, despite expert warnings of ethical risks. The move follows CDC changes making the birth vaccine an ‘individual decision’ and raises global health concerns.

December 19, 2025

Kerala Board Acts to Boost Stray Dog Vaccination and Control Pet Abandonment

Kerala’s Animal Welfare Board pushes for more stray dog vaccines and strict pet dog rules. They want microchips, licences, and new laws to stop dog abandonment on streets.

December 19, 2025

Bengaluru Imposes Strict Ban on Equine Movement Near Turf Club to Stop Glanders Outbreak

Bengaluru Urban DC orders a 2-km ban on moving horses, donkeys, and mules near Bangalore Turf Club after glanders cases. Racing events canceled to contain the disease.

December 19, 2025

Amazon Bans Delivery Worker After Stealing Cat in California; Police Investigate

Amazon has banned a delivery worker accused of stealing a Siamese mix cat named Piper outside a home in California. The theft on December 11 was captured on doorbell camera and is under police probe. The owner pleads for her return.

December 19, 2025

Knife Attack in Taipei Metro Kills 3, Injures 5 Amid Smoke Bomb Chaos

A knife attacker set off smoke bombs and stabbed people in Taipei's metro, killing three and injuring five before dying from a fall. Authorities launch swift probe.