December 4, 2025

Muscat Closes Three Parks Briefly to Prep for Muscat Nights 2025 Festival

Muscat Municipality will close Qurum Natural Park, Al Naseem, and Al Amerat parks in December to prepare for Muscat Nights 2025. The closures ensure safe and smooth festival setups across all venues.

December 4, 2025

President Droupadi Murmu Salutes Indian Navy on Navy Day 2025

On Navy Day, December 4, President Droupadi Murmu praised the Indian Navy's bravery and dedication. She honored personnel, veterans, and their families for safeguarding India's maritime borders and interests.

December 4, 2025

Sydney’s M4 Tunnel Closed Westbound Over Concrete Roof Safety Fears, Drivers Stuck Up to Four Hours

Sydney’s M4 motorway tunnel was shut westbound due to fears of a concrete roof collapse. Drivers faced up to four hours of delays. One lane reopened; full reopening expected Friday. Transurban to refund tolls amid criticism.

December 4, 2025

Australia’s First Indoor Ski Resort Backed by China’s BonSki Group, Opening in 2028

Australia’s $700m Winter Sports World project in Penrith is set to open in 2028. China’s BonSki Group joins as partner to build the Olympic-class indoor ski resort with hotel, restaurants and snow play.

December 4, 2025

Cyberabad and Rachakonda Police Websites Taken Offline Due to Gaming Site Redirects

Cyberabad and Rachakonda police websites were taken down after redirecting users to gaming pages. NIC is fixing the issues, and the sites should be back soon. No data breach reported yet.

December 4, 2025

Five Palestinians Killed in Israeli Air Strikes Near Khan Younis, Gaza

Five Palestinians, including two children, were killed and dozens wounded when Israeli planes hit tents for displaced people near Khan Younis in Gaza. The Israeli army said it targeted a Hamas fighter after recent attacks. Hamas condemned the strike as a ceasefire violation.

December 4, 2025

Trump to Host Historic Peace Deal Signing Between DR Congo and Rwanda Leaders in Washington

US President Donald Trump will host a peace deal signing between DR Congo and Rwanda leaders in Washington. The deal aims to end the long conflict fueled by rebel fighting in eastern DR Congo. Key leaders Felix Tshisekedi and Paul Kagame will endorse the accord amid rising tensions.

December 4, 2025

Uganda stops granting asylum to Eritrean, Somali and Ethiopian refugees over funding crisis

Uganda says no more refugee status will be given to new arrivals from Eritrea, Somalia, and Ethiopia due to a severe funding shortage. Nearly 2 million refugees live in Uganda, but aid cuts threaten vital services.

December 4, 2025

Supreme Court Warns States Against Frivolous Criminal Prosecution Impacting Fair Trial Rights

The Supreme Court cautioned states against filing weak criminal cases that lack a strong chance of conviction. It highlighted the harm to citizens' fair process rights and the court’s burden. The judgment arose from a voyeurism case where charges were dismissed due to lack of evidence.

December 4, 2025

NIEPID, Divi’s Foundation Join Hands to Boost Care for Children with Developmental Disabilities

NIEPID and Divi’s Foundation signed an MoU to expand services for children with developmental disabilities. The partnership will focus on early intervention, training, research, and community inclusion over three years.