December 5, 2025

Man from Prominent Family Found Guilty of Rape in Melbourne Home

A man from a high-profile family was found guilty of digitally raping his friend’s girlfriend inside his Melbourne home. The jury delivered the verdict after under two days of deliberation, rejecting his denials despite his claims of innocence.

December 5, 2025

Nine Fugitive Economic Offenders Owe Banks ₹58,000 Crore; SBI Recovers 52%

Nine fugitive economic offenders owe Indian banks more than ₹58,000 crore. SBI leads with a 52% recovery rate, mainly from Vijay Mallya's case. Other banks recover less than 40%.

December 5, 2025

Baby Fur Seal Wanders Into Richmond Pub, Rescued by Rangers in New Zealand

A curious baby fur seal walked into a craft beer bar in Richmond, New Zealand. Staff quickly acted to keep it safe until conservation rangers arrived to rescue it. The seal was released nearby, marking another unusual but normal visit during the seals' annual ‘silly season.’

December 5, 2025

NZ Police Recover $19,000 Fabergé Egg Pendant Swallowed by Theft Suspect

New Zealand police spent six days monitoring a man who swallowed a $19,000 Fabergé pendant stolen from an Auckland jewellery store. The pendant was safely recovered without medical help. The suspect remains in custody and will face court.

December 5, 2025

Restoring India’s Grasslands Boosts Carbon Storage and Climate Fight

Grasslands in India, long called “wastelands,” are vital for carbon capture and livelihoods. Restoration in Maharashtra and Gujarat shows big gains in soil carbon, helping fight climate change and support communities.

December 5, 2025

US Supreme Court Lets Texas Use New Map, Boosting GOP's 2026 Prospects

The US Supreme Court allowed Texas to use its new congressional map. This helps Republicans aim for 5 more House seats in the 2026 midterms amid legal fights over racial bias and gerrymandering.

December 5, 2025

Robotic Surgery and Advanced Radiation Boost Precision in Cancer Treatment

Robotic surgery and modern radiation therapy are changing cancer treatment. These technologies offer safer, precise care with less pain and faster recovery. India leads growth in robotic cancer surgeries, while radiation advances cut side effects and treatment times. Experts highlight these as key to improved patient outcomes.

December 5, 2025

USCIS Cuts Work Permits for Refugees and Asylum Seekers to 18 Months from Dec 2025

The Trump administration's USCIS limits employment permits to 18 months for refugees, asylum seekers, and others from December 2025. This aims to increase vetting amid security concerns.

December 5, 2025

Karnataka Unveils Bold Space Policy to Capture Half of India’s $22 Billion Market

Karnataka announces its Space Technology Policy 2025-30 to lead India’s space sector. The state targets 50% of the national space market and 5% global share by 2033.

December 5, 2025

India's States Boost Space Sector with New Policies, Says IN-SPACe Director

Dr. Vinod Kumar of IN-SPACe applauds Karnataka’s new space policy and highlights growing space initiatives across Indian States to support private industry and research.