December 18, 2025

Three Maoists Killed in Sukma Encounter, Including a Woman

Security forces killed three Maoists, including one woman, in a gunfight in Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. The clash occurred during a search operation on December 18, 2025.

December 18, 2025

NSW Police Officers Face Dismissal Over Unlawful Arrest and Fabricated Evidence

NSW police unlawfully arrested a man, choked him, made offensive remarks, and deleted his recording. An investigation by the Law Enforcement Conduct Commission found serious misconduct and recommended dismissal and criminal charges.

December 18, 2025

US House Passes Bill to Ban Gender-Affirming Care for Minors, Criminalizing Treatments

The US House passed a Republican bill banning gender-affirming care for minors, making such medical procedures federal crimes. Sponsored by Marjorie Taylor Greene, it now moves to the Senate with uncertain future.

December 18, 2025

Air India Express Flight Makes Emergency Landing at Kochi Due to Tyre Failure

An Air India Express flight from Jeddah to Kozhikode made a safe emergency landing at Kochi airport after both right main landing gear tyres burst. All 160 onboard are safe.

December 18, 2025

OpenAI, Google, Perplexity Offer Free AI Plans to Win India's Massive User Market

OpenAI, Google, and Perplexity have launched free AI plans in India to attract millions of users and collect crucial multilingual data. Usage of ChatGPT soared 607%, making India the largest market for these AI tools.

December 18, 2025

Women More Willing to Donate Organs in India Yet Men Receive Most Transplants

New data from India reveal women are more eager than men to donate organs after death. However, men receive around 65% of organ transplants. Living donations are common, but deceased donations lag behind globally.

December 18, 2025

Indian Scientists Model Bird Flu Spread to Humans; Warn of Narrow Window to Stop Outbreak

Indian researchers used computer simulations to predict how bird flu (H5N1) might spread from birds to humans. They warn that quick action—like quarantining early cases—can stop the virus. Delay lets it spread fast and wide, causing a pandemic.

December 18, 2025

Ukraine Builds Secret Flamingo Cruise Missiles to Boost War Effort

Ukraine is secretly producing Flamingo cruise missiles at hidden factories to strengthen its defense. Over 50% of weapons used on the front line are now made locally to fight Russian forces.

December 18, 2025

Delhi High Court Criticizes Govt for Poor Control of Used Car Sales After Red Fort Blast

Delhi High Court questions city government over failure to regulate used car sales after a second-hand vehicle was used in a bomb blast near Red Fort. Court demands a detailed response and highlights gaps in regulating vehicle dealers.

December 18, 2025

ANZ Shareholders Hit ‘Second Strike’ Over Executive Pay Amid Scandals and Job Cuts

ANZ shareholders delivered a rare second strike against the bank’s pay plans at a tense meeting. This comes after heavy fines and scandals. Staff cuts and union protests added fuel to the fire.