IMD Predicts Harsher Winter with Extra Cold Wave Days
IMD forecasts a colder winter for central and northwest India from Dec 2025-Feb 2026, with 8-11 cold wave days. Health and travel disruptions likely. Stay updated with official warnings.
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Hong Kong Fire: 150+ Dead, Substandard Materials Blamed
Hong Kong's deadliest fire in decades kills over 150 at Wang Fuk Court. Substandard renovation materials, faulty safety systems cited. 13 arrested for manslaughter. Details inside.
December Social Security Payment Dates & 2026 COLA
Social Security payments for December follow the usual schedule. This is the final round before a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) boosts checks in January 2026. Check your payment date here.
Nor'easter Brings Rain, Snow to Northeast, Disrupts Tuesday Commute
A powerful Nor'easter storm is set to disrupt the Tuesday morning commute across the Northeast US, including New York City, with 12-16 hours of rain and snow. Get the latest forecast and travel impacts here.
Elephant Omkar's 3-State Stalemate: No End in Sight
A 10-year-old elephant's 3-month odyssey across Maharashtra & Goa triggers a multi-state deadlock. Forest teams are stuck due to a missing rehab facility. Discover the unfolding crisis.
Heavy Rains Lash Chennai, Nearby Districts
Chennai, Kanchipuram, Tiruvallur, and Chengalpattu experienced unexpected heavy rainfall on Monday despite a forecast of minimal rains from Cyclone Ditwah. Get the latest updates.
Trump's Envoy to Meet Putin for Ukraine Peace Talks
Donald Trump's special envoy, Steve Witkoff, is set to meet Vladimir Putin to discuss potential peace talks for Ukraine. This move signals a significant shift in diplomatic efforts.
IMD Warns of Harsher Winter, Cold Waves from Dec to Feb
IMD warns of a severe winter with cold waves in North and Central India from December to February 2025-26, driven by La Niña. Stay prepared for health and travel impacts.
Kaja Kallas U-Turn on Russia Army Size Remarks
Top EU diplomat Kaja Kallas softens stance on dictating Russia's military size after facing sharp criticism. Read the full story on the diplomatic shift.
Cyclone Ditwah: Schools in Chennai, 2 Other Districts Closed Tuesday
Cyclone Ditwah nears Tamil Nadu-Puducherry coast, prompting school closures in Chennai, Tiruvallur, and Chengalpet. MET warns of persistent heavy rainfall. Stay safe and updated.
Alexis Wilkins opposes H-1B visa cap increase bill
Alexis Wilkins, girlfriend of FBI's Kash Patel, voices strong opposition to a bill proposing to double H-1B visas. The move highlights the ongoing political divide over skilled immigration to the US. Read more.
Ukraine Hits Russian Oil Tanker with Underwater Drone
Ukraine's Security Service strikes a Russian oil tanker in the Black Sea using a sea drone. The attack highlights Kyiv's expanding naval capabilities in the ongoing conflict. Read the full details.
SC Criticises Delhi's Seasonal Approach to Air Pollution Crisis
The Supreme Court demands a permanent, year-round solution to Delhi's air pollution, criticising the government's last-minute winter actions. Read the full directive for a cleaner capital.
Russia Calls NATO Pre-emptive Strike Remarks Irresponsible
Russia condemns NATO official's remarks on possible pre-emptive strike as dangerous escalation. Moscow warns of consequences amid heightened Ukraine war tensions.
Cyclone Ditwah: 340 Dead in Sri Lanka, India Sends Aid
Cyclone Ditwah triggers Sri Lanka's worst floods in a decade, killing 340. India's swift 'Operation Sagar Bandhu' delivers critical aid. Opposition walks out over govt response.
US HIRE Act: Doubling H-1B Visas, Impact on Indians
US Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi reintroduces the HIRE Act to double H-1B visas to 130,000. For Indian professionals, who get over 70% of these visas, this could mean major new opportunities. Read more.
Death penalty off table in Indian-origin motel owner beheading
The brutal beheading of Indian-origin motel owner Chandra Nagamallaiah in Texas will not be a death penalty case. Prosecutors cite the killer's Cuban citizenship as a key reason. Read the shocking details.
Netanyahu in Court Amid Trump Pardon, Bennett's Offer
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu faces court after Trump supports pardon. Ex-PM Naftali Bennett offers to end trial if Netanyahu quits politics. Latest updates on Israel's political crisis.
Switzerland's Model: A Country That 'Bans' Poverty
Explore how Switzerland's mandatory aid system virtually eliminates homelessness and extreme poverty, with lessons for global welfare models. Discover the facts behind the viral story.
Patna Workshop Stresses Unified Data for Groundwater Management
A Patna workshop organized by CGWB and state officials emphasized creating a common data platform for groundwater mapping. Experts called for judicious data use and specialized training for effective resource management.
Cory Booker Wedding Sparks Old Rumours Again
Senator Cory Booker's marriage to Alexis Lewis has revived old rumours about his sexuality. We explore the origins and persistence of these speculations.
Canadian Show '22 Minutes' Spoofs Trump's 'Quiet Piggy' Remark
CBC's satire show 'This Hour Has 22 Minutes' mocks Donald Trump's 'Quiet, piggy' outburst. The viral sketch features a parody kids' book and 'swine cult reporters'. Read the full story.
Japan's Takaichi Launches $136B Stimulus, Eyes Yen at 120/USD
Japan's first female PM Sanae Takaichi announces a JPY 21.3 trillion stimulus, a hawkish China policy, and a target yen rate of 120/USD. Explore the economic shift and investment implications.
SC Doubts Stubble Burning Sole Cause of Delhi Smog
Chief Justice Kant highlights it's easy to blame farmers for Delhi's air pollution crisis. The Supreme Court questions if stubble burning is the only reason. Read the full analysis.
Indian IT H-1B Approvals Crash 70%, US Dream Shrinks
New NFAP data reveals a 70% drop in H-1B approvals for top Indian IT firms since 2015. As US giants dominate, the American Dream renegotiates for Indian tech talent. Explore the deep analysis.
Turkish Fighter Drone Kills Aerial Target, Rattles Global Powers
Turkey's Baykar Kızılelma drone makes history with first air-to-air kill. A game-changer for military tech, it challenges Western defence assumptions. Read the full analysis.
Peskov: Ukraine's Situation Worsens Daily in War & Politics
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitri Peskov derides Ukrainian leadership, claiming Kyiv's power is crumbling amid battlefield losses and political chaos. Read the latest analysis.
Sri Lanka Cyclone Ditwah: 355 Dead, 366 Missing
Cyclone Ditwah's devastating floods and landslides have claimed 355 lives in Sri Lanka, with 366 still missing. Read the latest updates on the rescue efforts and the nation's worst disaster in a decade.
The Deadly Consequences of Touching Penguins in Antarctica
In Antarctica, a penguin's trust is its greatest vulnerability. Learn why human touch can transmit disease, destroy insulation, and cause stress, and how strict rules protect this fragile ecosystem.
Israel Protests: Herzog Urged to Reject Netanyahu Pardon
Massive protests erupt in Tel Aviv as crowds demand President Herzog reject PM Netanyahu's pardon request in his corruption trial, fearing a 'banana republic' precedent. Details inside.
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