Social worker Gauri Sarin fasted for 24 hours on New Year's Eve, demanding enforcement of GRAP norms as Gurgaon's AQI hit an 8-year high. Read about the citizen-led protest for a pollution-free city.
The Pentagon's 2024 report details China's rapid military expansion, including a larger nuclear arsenal and advanced tech. What does this mean for regional security? Read the full analysis.
A Hindu businessman in Khulna, Bangladesh, was brutally stabbed and attackers tried to set him on fire. Police have arrested two suspects. Read about the shocking incident and community reaction.
The US expands its travel ban list to 39 countries and hikes key immigration fees effective January 1, 2026. Check the full list of nations and new charges here.
A devastating fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana ski resort has left several dead and around 100 injured. Authorities have imposed a no-fly zone as rescue operations continue.
Syria thwarts ISIS plot targeting New Year's church celebrations in Aleppo. A suicide bomber kills a security officer. Details on recent attacks and regional tensions.
Syria thwarts ISIS plot targeting New Year's church gatherings in Aleppo. A suicide bomber kills a security officer. Details on recent attacks and US coalition involvement.
A devastating fire at a bar in Crans-Montana ski resort during New Year's celebrations has left dozens dead and over 100 injured. Rescue operations continue as authorities work to identify victims.
A horrific fire at a packed New Year's Eve bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, has left dozens dead and over 100 injured. Panic ensued as partygoers smashed windows to escape the inferno. Read the full report.
One person killed as Iran protests over inflation & currency crisis intensify. Unrest spreads from shopkeepers' demonstrations. Latest updates on the situation.
A Basij volunteer killed in Iran protests as economic strikes spread. President Pezeshkian warns of 'hell' if livelihoods not fixed. Read the latest developments.
Bulgaria officially switched to the euro, becoming the 21st Eurozone nation. The historic move, amid political division and inflation fears, ends the lev's century-long reign. Read the full story.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy accuses Russia of launching over 200 drones targeting energy infrastructure. Putin orders expansion of a 'buffer zone' in Ukraine's Sumy and Kharkiv regions. Read the latest on the escalating conflict.
NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani reverses his pledge to end mayoral control of public schools, opting for accountability. He appoints new chancellor to lead the $40 billion system. Read more.
Venezuela's President Maduro declares 2025 a year of 'national consensus', highlights security and anti-imperialist stance in New Year address. Read the full story.
A Hindu man in Bangladesh was brutally attacked with sharp weapons and set ablaze by a mob, suffering severe injuries. Get the latest updates on this shocking incident.
Taiwan remains vigilant as China conducts large-scale 'Justice Mission 2025' military exercises, firing rockets and deploying warships. What does this mean for regional stability? Read our analysis.
Zohran Mamdani becomes NYC's first Muslim, South Asian, and youngest mayor. His ambitious agenda for free childcare and housing now faces the hard task of funding without hurting the city's dynamism.
A historic Amsterdam church, Vondelkerk, was gutted by fire on New Year's Day 2026 as the Netherlands faced record violence against emergency services. Read the full report.
A devastating fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, during New Year celebrations has claimed at least 40 lives and left over 100 seriously injured. Pyrotechnics at a concert are suspected. Read the latest updates.
Finland seizes Russian vessel, suspects sabotage of undersea cables to Estonia. NATO on high alert over hybrid threats. Read the full investigation details.
A devastating fire and explosion at a bar in Switzerland's Crans-Montana ski resort has left at least 40 feared dead. The area is sealed off with a no-fly zone imposed. Read the latest updates.
In his 2026 New Year address, Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed unwavering confidence in Russia's victory in the Ukraine conflict, praising troops as heroes. Read the full analysis.
US President Donald Trump celebrated New Year's Eve at Mar-a-Lago, wishing for 'peace on Earth' in 2026. He lauded his administration's record, announced troop withdrawals, and auctioned art for charity. Read the full report.
New York City ushered in 2026 with a spectacular new symbol of hope—the massive Constellation Ball. Discover the history and meaning behind the world's most famous New Year's tradition.
Zohran Mamdani creates history by becoming the first Muslim mayor of New York City. He took his oath on the Quran at a decommissioned subway station. Read the full story.
A Ukrainian drone strike targeted a New Year's Eve gathering in Russia-occupied Kherson, killing at least 24 people. The attack marks a severe escalation in the conflict. Read the full report.
Israeli troops open fire on stone-throwers in West Bank, killing a 17-year-old Palestinian. Tensions escalate amid ongoing conflict. Read the full report.
What does 2026 hold for Donald Trump? We analyse the Epstein saga, 2026 midterms, MAGA's internal war, and his elusive Nobel Peace Prize. A deep dive into the challenges ahead.
Zohran Mamdani, 34, becomes New York City's first South Asian and Muslim mayor in a historic ceremony. Read about his unique background and the symbolic oath.