Dense fog and smog severely disrupted air and rail traffic across North India. At Chandigarh airport, 11 flights were cancelled and many delayed by hours, while multiple long-distance trains ran late. Check travel updates.
A CBS News poll reveals financial strain is reshaping festive celebrations in the US, with inflation widening the gap between high and low-income households. Discover the data driving the spending cutbacks.
Chandigarh's air quality remained in the 'poor' category for a second consecutive day, with AQI reaching 341. Dense fog cuts visibility, orange alert issued for Friday and Saturday.
Major Bangladeshi media houses face violent attacks after the death of businessman Osman Hadi. Journalists assaulted, equipment vandalized in escalating crisis. Read the full report.
Chandigarh's Sukhna Choe faces a severe pollution crisis as BOD levels explode to 286. CPCC report blames untreated sewage discharge, defying NGT orders. Read the full investigation.
IMD warns of widespread dense fog in northern plains and fresh snowfall in western Himalayas from Dec 19-24. Travel disruptions and health advisories issued. Stay updated.
Australia will observe a national day of reflection on Dec 21 for the 15 victims of the Bondi Beach mass shooting. PM Albanese announces gun buyback and anti-hate measures. Read the full story.
A tense diplomatic showdown erupted at the UN as Israel and Syria traded sharp accusations over border security and sovereignty. Read the full details of the confrontation.
The Trump administration proposes sweeping rules to restrict puberty blockers, hormones, and surgeries for transgender youth, cutting off Medicaid and Medicare funding. Read the full details.
US President Donald Trump pressures Ukraine for a swift settlement in the Russia-Ukraine war, citing Russia's battlefield advantage. Full details on the urgent White House warning.
Violent protests erupt in Bangladesh after activist Sharif Osman bin Hadi's death. Anti-India slogans raised, media offices set on fire. Read the latest developments and India's response.
House Oversight Democrats unveil disturbing images from Jeffrey Epstein's estate, featuring Bill Gates and others, intensifying calls for full transparency from the DOJ.
Bangladesh protests erupt in Dhaka after July Uprising leader Sharif Osman Hadi dies. Muhammad Yunus announces national mourning. Get live updates on the unrest.
Russia's Maria Zakharova slammed Zelensky's Kupyansk visit as a risky publicity stunt. Get the latest on the escalating information war in the Ukraine conflict.
Government data reveals even Covid lockdowns couldn't clean Delhi's air. The solution lies in prediction, airshed-wide action, and public participation. Can Delhi move from reaction to resolve?
A new study suggests the 'Little Foot' fossil belongs to a new species of human ancestors, reshaping our understanding of evolution. Discover how this finding offers hope for human adaptability.
Japan's core inflation remained at 3% in November. The Bank of Japan may raise interest rates to a 30-year high, impacting global markets. Read more for key details.
The Trump administration has banned transgender healthcare for minors, a move fiercely opposed by major medical bodies. Learn about the policy's impact and the backlash.
Former US President Donald Trump has initiated a major policy shift to reclassify marijuana, easing federal restrictions and encouraging scientific research. Read the full analysis.
Taiwan's defence ministry reports heightened Chinese military activity with 7 aircraft and 11 vessels operating around the island. Tensions rise in the Taiwan Strait. Read the full details.
Gary Winnick, once LA's richest man with a $6.2B fortune from Global Crossing, died leaving massive debt. His widow fights to keep their luxury homes and art. A cautionary tale of paper wealth.
Pope Francis challenges global norms, stating a society's greatness is measured by its treatment of the poorest. Explore his powerful message on justice and empathy.
A board appointed by President Trump renames the Kennedy Center, inserting his name. Critics call it illegal, while the White House celebrates. Read the full controversy.
US Senator Ed Markey erupts at FCC Chairman Brendan Carr, accusing him of turning the agency into a 'Federal Censorship Commission' and calls for his immediate resignation. Read the explosive details.
Russia deploys new Oreshnik hypersonic missiles to Belarus, escalating tensions with NATO as Ukraine seeks urgent EU support. Read the full analysis of the geopolitical risks.
Bangladesh witnesses massive protests and violence following the death of Osman Hadi. Demonstrators raise anti-India slogans, demanding justice. Get the full story here.
Australian PM Anthony Albanese announces a national gun buyback scheme following the Bondi Beach mass shooting. Read about the details and implications of this major policy shift.
Providence police issue arrest warrant for Brown University shooter suspect. Investigators probe possible link to MIT professor's murder. Two students killed, nine injured.
Police identify a suspect in the Brown University shooting, probing a possible connection to the killing of an MIT professor. Key details and investigation updates inside.
Police identify suspect in Brown University shooting. Arrest warrant issued for 19-year-old. No students involved, campus on alert. Read the latest updates.