December 1, 2025

Aid Cuts in Africa Threaten HIV Fight: Rising Infections and Service Gaps Reported

Cuts in US, UK, and European aid have hurt HIV prevention and treatment across Africa. UNAids warns of 3.3 million more infections by 2030. Key clinics and services are closing, leaving vulnerable groups exposed.

December 1, 2025

TGA Adds Mental Health and Contraception Warnings for Diabetes and Weight Loss Drugs

Australia’s TGA warns of suicidal thoughts with popular diabetes and weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro. It also advises women on Mounjaro to use extra contraception precautions.

December 1, 2025

Oxford Names 'Rage Bait' Word of the Year 2025 for Online Surge

Oxford University Press has crowned 'rage bait' as the Word of the Year 2025 after a triple rise in online use. The term highlights how anger is used to boost clicks and engagement on social media.

December 1, 2025

VMRDA Targets May 2026 to Complete Seven Roads for Bhogapuram Airport; Validation Flight in December

VMRDA plans to finish seven key roads by May 2026 to boost access to Bhogapuram Greenfield Airport. Validation flight scheduled this December to test airport readiness.

December 1, 2025

India Evacuates Last Indians From Sri Lanka, Boosts Cyclone Ditwah Rescue Operations

India evacuated its final group of 104 stranded nationals from Sri Lanka and stepped up aid for Cyclone Ditwah victims. Rescue teams and helicopters worked in flood-hit regions, while Sri Lanka mourned crew losses during relief efforts.

December 1, 2025

Sri Lanka and Indonesia Deploy Military to Rescue Flood Victims Amid Deadly Rains

Nearly 1,000 people have died in severe flooding in Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Thailand, and Malaysia. Both Sri Lanka and Indonesia have sent military personnel and aid to help victims. While Sri Lanka seeks international aid, Indonesia focuses on sending supplies to isolated villages. Heavy monsoon rains and tropical storms damaged roads and homes across the region.

December 1, 2025

Kuwait Launches First Ever Geological Park to Boost Eco-Tourism and Science

Kuwait has opened its first GeoPark to showcase its unique geology, support research, and promote eco-tourism. The park opens in December 2025 near Kuwait Bay and aims for UNESCO status.

December 1, 2025

Winter Session 2025 Begins with Civil Nuclear Reforms and Electoral Roll Debate

The Winter Session of Parliament starts today with the government pushing civil nuclear sector reforms. Opposition will highlight electoral roll issues across 12 States and UTs. Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan takes charge as Rajya Sabha Chairman. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to introduce key bills.

December 1, 2025

Karnataka CADA Officer Urges Farmers to Use Water Wisely at WALMI Training

Karnataka's CADA officer M. Satish Kumar called on farmers to use water wisely and form water users’ co-operative societies. The training at WALMI in Dharwad teaches modern irrigation and water management techniques for better crop yield.

December 1, 2025

Thrissur Corporation Polls Heat Up with LDF, UDF, BJP in Fierce Battle

Thrissur gears up for local polls with a tough fight between LDF, UDF, and BJP. The Mayor seat is reserved for women, and the corporation now has 56 divisions. Former Mayor Varghese will not contest. BJP hopes to gain with ‘Suresh Gopi effect’.