World News in Photos: Dec 27, 2025
A visual roundup of global events on December 27, 2025, featuring news from Syria, India's cricket win, California storms, and more. See the day's most powerful images.
Category : Politics
Venezuela frees 99 held over election protests
Venezuelan authorities release 99 people detained during protests against President Maduro's election win. The move follows international pressure and legal reviews.
Gujarat CM's CWG 2030 Plan: Fix AQI, Build Lasting Infrastructure
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel outlines top priorities for Commonwealth Games 2030: improving air quality and public transport to create a lasting urban legacy. Read his exclusive interview.
Modi: Linguistic diversity is strength, end slave mentality
PM Modi links MPs speaking in native tongues to eradicating colonial mindset, honors Veer Bal Diwas & Bal Puraskar winners. A push for Viksit Bharat.
Political Cartoon Sparks Debate on Raj Dharma and Governance
A recent political cartoon offers a sharp, satirical perspective on the concept of 'Raj Dharma' in contemporary Indian politics, highlighting the gap between principle and practice. Dive into the analysis.
Deccan Herald Speak Out: December 27, 2025 Highlights
Explore the critical discussions from Deccan Herald's Speak Out column on December 27, 2025, covering governance, public policy, and pressing national issues. Read the key arguments now.
Amritsar: Police, BSF seize 767 grams of 'Ice' drug
In a major joint operation, Amritsar police and BSF personnel seized 767 grams of the synthetic drug 'Ice' (methamphetamine). One suspect was arrested near the India-Pakistan border. Read the full details of the cross-border smuggling attempt.
Bengal Officers: Voter Deletion Bypassing EROs in SIR
West Bengal civil service officers raise alarm over system-driven voter deletions in electoral roll revision, claiming EROs are bypassed. Hearings for 31 lakh voters begin.
Tupac Murder Case: Defence Fights Evidence from Night Raid
Attorneys for Duane 'Keffe D' Davis, accused of killing Tupac Shakur, seek to suppress evidence from a 2023 Las Vegas night search, calling it unlawful. Read the latest legal twist.
Zelenskyy, Trump Set for Crucial Sunday Talks
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy will meet Donald Trump to discuss land and security guarantees. Trump stated, 'He doesn't have anything until I approve it.' Read the full details.
PHRC intervenes to release body from Ludhiana hospital
Punjab Human Rights Commission compels a Ludhiana hospital to release a deceased's body after a family's complaint. The panel's swift action highlights patient rights.
3 Arrested in Ludhiana, Stolen Phones & Bikes Seized
Ludhiana Police arrested three men and recovered stolen mobile phones and bikes. Read about the police operation and the charges filed against the accused.
Stormy Ludhiana MC Meeting Sees All 33 Proposals Passed
All 33 proposals, including the budget, passed in a turbulent Ludhiana Municipal Corporation meeting. BJP councillors staged a walkout over procedural issues. Read the full details.
Ludhiana youth found dead near park, police probe
A 22-year-old man was found dead under mysterious circumstances near a park in Ludhiana's Model Town Extension. Police have registered a case and launched an investigation.
BSF seizes 288 heroin drones from Pakistan in 2025
The Border Security Force faced a tough 2025, intercepting 288 drones carrying heroin from Pakistan amid heightened tensions and natural disasters. Read the full report.
Special Flight Brings 233 Indians Home to Amritsar
A special Air India flight repatriated 233 Indian nationals from the US to Amritsar. The operation highlights ongoing efforts to assist citizens abroad. Read more.
President's 1990 Parliament Address: A Look Back
On January 31, 1990, President R. Venkataraman delivered a landmark address to Parliament, outlining India's challenges and vision. Explore the key moments and lasting impact of this pivotal speech.
Techie, father killed in Nelamangala crash; 4 injured
A tragic car accident in Nelamangala claimed the lives of a Bengaluru techie and his father, leaving four family members injured during Christmas holidays. Read the full report.
Deve Gowda: JD(S)-BJP Alliance Tough for Civic Polls
JD(S) patriarch H D Deve Gowda states alliance with BJP is 'difficult' for urban local body polls but will continue for Assembly & Lok Sabha. Read the latest Karnataka political news.
Bengaluru Police Issue Strict New Year Security Warning
Bengaluru Police Commissioner Seemant Kumar Singh mandates strict security compliance for New Year events. Pubs and hotels must obtain permissions or face legal action. Details inside.
Karnataka HC Empowers Registrar to Cancel Illegal Co-op Deeds
Karnataka High Court clarifies the powers of the Additional Registrar to cancel illegal site allotments and sale deeds under the Co-operative Societies Act. Read the full ruling and its implications.
Chitradurga Bus Accident: 25 Injured, Oil Boxes Found
A private bus crash in Chitradurga injured 25. Authorities discovered a large consignment of oil boxes, raising questions about cargo transport regulations. Read the full investigation details.
Khandre Orders Officials to Curb Forest Encroachments
Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre instructs officials to tackle land grabbing and encroachments, highlighting threats to wildlife habitats in Tumakuru. Read the full story.
President Murmu to Undertake Submarine Sortie from Karwar
President Droupadi Murmu will embark on a submarine sea sortie from Karwar on December 28. Fishing is banned along an 18-km stretch for the visit. Read the full story.
Loyal Congress Workers to Get Opportunities: Priyank Kharge
Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge stated that loyal Congress party workers will be rewarded for their efforts, emphasizing that the party's victory was built on their hard work. Read more about the political developments in Karnataka.
Gas Cylinder Explosion Near Mysuru Palace Injures Three
A cooking gas cylinder explosion near Mysuru Palace injured three people, including a child. Former Dy CM G Parameshwara calls for stricter regulation of street vendors in heritage zones.
Hisar's 2024 Drug Crisis: Over 1,100 Arrests Made
Hisar district in Haryana continued its battle against narcotics in 2024 with over 1,100 arrests. Explore the police crackdown, new smuggling trends, and the ongoing societal challenge.
70+ Sanitation Workers Protest Job Loss in Fatehabad
More than 70 sanitation workers in Fatehabad, Haryana, protest sudden termination by private contractor. They demand reinstatement and probe into irregularities. Full story inside.
Panipat Grapples with MC Scams and Rising Crime in 2023
Panipat's 2023 was marred by municipal corruption scandals and a spike in crime, raising serious questions about governance and public safety. Read the full investigation.
Haryana CM: Vajpayee's Words Still Guide Youth Today
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini highlights Atal Bihari Vajpayee's lasting legacy, stating his principles continue to inspire the state's youth. Discover his impact.
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