December 18, 2025

Madras HC directs strict voter aid for disabled and elderly in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry

The Madras High Court has ordered Tamil Nadu and Puducherry governments along with the Election Commission to ensure full implementation of 2023 guidelines helping disabled and senior voters. Permanent ramps and priority voting must be in place. A compliance report is due by January 2026.

December 18, 2025

Bodies of Two Indians Killed in Russia-Ukraine War Arrive in Delhi; 59 Missing

Two Indians forced into the Russian Army died in the Ukraine war. Their bodies arrived in Delhi on December 17. At least 59 others remain missing. Families had warned the government and protested for help.

December 18, 2025

Spain to Open Climate Shelters in Public Buildings to Combat Intense Heat

Spain will set up a national network of climate shelters in public buildings to protect people from extreme heat. PM Pedro Sanchez announced the plan ahead of next summer, targeting the hardest-hit areas with government funding.

December 18, 2025

Canada’s Population Declines 0.2% as Crackdown on International Students Hits Hard

Canada's population dropped by 0.2% in the third quarter of 2023, marking one of its largest declines ever. The fall is linked to a sharp cut in international student permits, a key shift in immigration policy aimed at reducing non-permanent residents by 2027.

December 18, 2025

Oscars to Stream Exclusively on YouTube from 2029, Ending ABC Run

The Oscars will move from ABC to YouTube in 2029 under a new multi-year global deal. The show will be free to watch live and online until 2033.

December 18, 2025

Woman Arrested for Hiding Razor Blades in Walmart Bread in Biloxi

Camille Benson, 33, was arrested after razor blades were found inside bread at two Walmart stores in Biloxi, Mississippi. Customers reported the dangerous items, leading to a swift police probe and Walmart removing all suspect bread from shelves.

December 18, 2025

Supreme Court Defers Decision on School Closure Amid Delhi's Air Pollution Crisis

The Supreme Court avoided ruling on whether primary school kids should attend school or stay home during severe air pollution in Delhi. The court cited the approaching winter break and hoped pollution will ease before classes resume.

December 18, 2025

TN Allocates ₹113 Crore for Menstrual Hygiene; No Essential Commodity Status for Sanitary Napkins

Tamil Nadu government plans ₹113.10 crore for menstrual hygiene programs despite sanitary napkins not being declared essential. Court seeks info to widen benefits.

December 18, 2025

Russian Intelligence Targets Belgium Over €185bn Frozen Assets Amid EU Funding Debate for Ukraine

Russian intelligence is pressuring Belgian politicians and finance leaders to block EU plans using €185bn frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine. EU leaders debate a €90bn loan to support Kyiv’s war effort through 2027. Belgium demands legal safeguards amid threats to Euroclear executives and politicians.

December 17, 2025

IUML Workers Booked for Vandalism and Caste Slur in Kerala Panchayat Office

Police have filed a case against IUML workers for vandalising Changarooth panchayat office and humiliating an SC leader with caste slurs after local elections.