CM Siddaramaiah orders tight New Year's Eve security in Bengaluru with 20,000 police, a ban on two-wheelers from flyovers, and extra buses to prevent accidents and stunt riding. Read the full plan.
Ring in 2026 with these 7 perfect Bollywood films on Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar & more. From 'Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara' to '3 Idiots', find your ideal watch for December 31st.
Indonesia mourns 67 victims of Sumatra floods, cancelling national New Year fireworks. Heavy rains triggered landslides, displacing thousands. Read about the disaster response and national mourning.
Jaipur police deploy extra personnel, checkpoints, and CCTV surveillance for safe New Year celebrations. Read about the comprehensive security plan for residents and tourists.
Bengaluru gears up for massive New Year celebrations with a deployment of 20,000 police personnel. Home Minister G Parameshwara reviews arrangements for over 10 lakh expected revellers. Key crowd points identified.
Ahmedabad's 2026 New Year's Eve sees scaled-back public parties due to high compliance costs in Gujarat's dry state. Event managers opt for curated, low-risk events, while residents flock to Udaipur and Daman. Discover the new trends.
Kolkata restaurants brace for 15-20% higher footfalls this New Year's Eve. Special menus, live music, and offers aim to draw crowds despite long waits. Key spots like Park Street see hour-long queues.
Kolkata Police gears up for New Year's Eve with over 3,500 personnel, drone surveillance, and special traffic plans after weekend crowds flood city hotspots. Get details on restrictions and arrangements.
The Central Government has sanctioned Rs 601.92 crore for Himachal Pradesh for monsoon damage recovery. Former CM Jai Ram Thakur shares details of the PDNA-based assistance. Read more.
Dubai gears up for a historic 2026 New Year's Eve with 48 fireworks displays across 40 locations. Massive security and transport plans ensure a safe, dazzling celebration. Get all details here.
Central & Western Railway to run special suburban trains on Dec 31 midnight in Mumbai. Check full schedule for CSMT, Kalyan, Harbour line, Churchgate, and Virar services for safe travel.
Planning last-minute Christmas shopping? Many major stores like Walmart, Target, and Costco are open on December 24 with special hours. Check the complete list of grocery and retail timings here before you head out.
Planning last-minute Christmas shopping? Here are the confirmed operating hours for Walmart, Kroger, Costco, and other major US grocery stores on Christmas Eve 2025. Plan your visit now!
Plan your trades! US stock and bond markets have special hours for Christmas 2025 and New Year 2026. Know the early closures and full holidays to avoid settlement delays.
Maharashtra's State Institute of Disaster Management (SIDM) proposal is under final govt review. The ₹184.94 crore Nagpur MIHAN campus aims to be a nodal hub for training and research. Read more.
Kerala govt mandates uniform disaster waste management for all districts. New protocol aims to prevent chaos like in Wayanad's July 2024 Meppadi disaster. Details on roles, timelines, and challenges.
Bengaluru deploys 20,000 police personnel and AI surveillance for New Year's Eve. New safety features in ride-hailing apps and the KSP app aim to protect citizens, especially women. Stay safe and celebrate responsibly.
Veteran actor Jackie Shroff celebrates the 30th anniversary of 'Trimurti' and 19th of 'Bhagam Bhag' on Instagram. Dive into the stories and star casts of these iconic Bollywood films.
Columnist George Netto recounts a freezing New Year's Eve where youthful exuberance triumphed over snobbery, offering a fresh perspective on renewal. Read his insightful opinion piece.
A CAG report criticizes Karnataka for delays in creating a flood and landslide action plan, urging better disaster authority function. Read the key findings.
Bihar's DMD, UN, and UNICEF held a 2-day DiDRR workshop in Patna to integrate disability inclusion into all disaster management stages. Experts stress inclusive design for effective response.
Sri Lanka issues fresh landslide warnings as Cyclone Ditwah's rains worsen the disaster. Over 618 dead, 2 million affected. Read about the regional crisis and relief efforts.
Four months after the Dharali flash flood, experts warn the 250,000-tonne 'cement-like' debris is a monumental cleanup challenge. Read about the risks and the community's struggle.
On the 41st anniversary of the Bhopal gas disaster, the Sambhavna Trust Clinic launched a comprehensive digital archive. This free repository offers vital information for researchers and survivors worldwide. Explore the history and ongoing impact.
A journalist in Hong Kong during the deadly Tai Po fire reflects on the misplaced anxiety of distant friends and the city's neglected public housing crisis. Read why instant concern can be a distraction.
Central govt allocates ₹582 crore from NDRF & ₹397 crore from SDRF to Himachal Pradesh for disaster preparedness & recovery. Details on past allocations & NDRF deployments inside.
Himachal CM Sukhvinder Sukhu clarifies the Mandi rally is a 'jan sankalp' event, not a celebration, amid BJP criticism over disaster funds. He also challenges BJP MLAs to jointly seek PM's promised ₹1500 crore relief.
Delhi CM launches NDMA's Disaster Ready Schools Campaign across 2,082 schools. Earthquake drills, hazard mapping & digital threat training to safeguard 16.5 lakh students in seismic zone IV. Read more.
The death toll from devastating floods and landslides in West Sumatra, Indonesia, has climbed to 75. Rescue efforts continue as dozens remain missing. Read the latest updates.
Indonesia faces devastating floods and landslides with 442 confirmed deaths and 402 still missing. Rescue operations continue amid challenging conditions.