December 14, 2025

Tamil Nadu Allows Stamp Duty Concessions in SEZ Only with Official Certificates

Tamil Nadu’s Inspector-General of Registration says stamp duty and registration fee discounts for SEZ properties depend on certificates from Development Commissioners. No certificates mean no concessions, says new advisory after Madras High Court ruling.

December 14, 2025

Nine Dead, Multiple Injured in Shocking Bondi Beach Shooting During Hanukkah Event

A shooting at Sydney’s Bondi Beach during a Hanukkah event left nine dead and several injured. Police arrested two suspects. The incident sparked fear and drew strong reactions from leaders.

December 14, 2025

Hamas Confirms Killing of Senior Leader Raed Saad by Israeli Forces

Hamas confirmed that Israeli forces killed senior commander Raed Saad and his aides. The move risks worsening Gaza's fragile truce amid ongoing violence.

December 14, 2025

Kuwait Eases Civil ID Renewal with 4 Simple Digital Options

Kuwait’s Public Authority for Civil Information offers 4 easy ways to renew Civil IDs without visiting centers. Citizens and expats can use apps, website, phone, or SMS.

December 14, 2025

11 Killed, 16 Injured in Terror Shooting at Sydney's Bondi Beach During Hanukkah Event

A deadly shooting struck Sydney’s Bondi Beach, killing 11 and injuring 16. Police declared it a terrorist attack amid a Hanukkah celebration. One shooter died; the other arrested.

December 14, 2025

10 Dead, Including Shooter, in Shocking Bondi Beach Mass Shooting in Sydney

A mass shooting at Sydney's Bondi Beach left 10 people dead, including one shooter. Another gunman was also involved. PM Anthony Albanese called the scenes 'shocking and distressing.' Over 20 people were injured and police continue investigations.

December 14, 2025

Hassan Airport Project Drags On, Only ₹5 Crore Spent in Two Years

Hassan airport, planned for over 60 years, faces major delays. Despite ₹193.6 crore released for construction, only ₹5 crore spent since 2023. Completion still promised by 2024-25.

December 14, 2025

Google Data Center and IT Firms to Create Over 30,000 Jobs in North Andhra

Google’s new data center in Visakhapatnam will generate over 30,000 jobs, says CUTM founder Mukti Kanta Mishra. CUTM to hold skill conclave in February 2026 to prepare youth for jobs in Google, Cognizant, and others.

December 14, 2025

Two Students Killed, Nine Injured in Shooting at Brown University; Manhunt On

A gunman dressed in black opened fire at Brown University in Providence, killing two students and injuring nine. Police launched a massive manhunt as a shelter-in-place order remains.

December 14, 2025

4,300 MW Solar Power in Rajasthan Faces Full Daytime Curtailment Over Transmission Issues

Rajasthan’s 4,300 MW solar projects worth ₹20,000 crore face total daytime curtailment. Limited transmission capacity fully used, blocking power evacuation under temporary access. Industry urges urgent government actions to save renewable investments and reduce losses.