The US Embassy & consulates across India will suspend all routine services for three days from December 24, 2025, due to a federal holiday order. Plan your visa and passport appointments accordingly. Check official sources for emergency contacts.
A six-year-old sambar deer was safely rescued by Nashik forest officials after it strayed into a residential area, colliding with a fence. Read about the swift operation that prevented a traffic mishap.
Lifesavers in Goa rescued four people from drowning over the weekend across Arambol, Baga, and Candolim beaches. A Swedish tourist also received treatment for a jellyfish sting. Read the full story on beach safety.
US Embassy & consulates in India closed Dec 24-26 per Trump order. Visa services halted, worsening delays for stranded Indian H-1B professionals. Details on impact and reopening.
The US Embassy in India announces a holiday closure from December 24 to 26. Visa services suspended; emergency contacts active. Plan your travel accordingly.
Indian passport holders can now apply for Chinese visas online via a new system launched by the embassy in Delhi. The digital process simplifies applications for tourist, business, student, and work visas.
A 68-year-old man was safely rescued by Ahmedabad Fire Brigade after being trapped in a malfunctioning lift for nearly an hour at Urvashi Flats. Read the dramatic rescue details.
Dozens of Indian H-1B visa holders are stranded in India after flying home to renew work permits, facing indefinite delays and job uncertainty. Learn about the crisis and its impact.
Tipra Motha founder Pradyot Debbarman demands Centre protect Hindus in Bangladesh, halt entry of Bangladeshi nationals, and suspend visa services. Read his full statement.
A joint task force rescued 12 children from hazardous work at a Dharapur construction site. The minors, aged 8-14, are now safe in a shelter. Read how citizens can help stop child labour.
A 22-year-old from Coimbatore died in Cambodia after being held captive by cyber fraudsters for refusing to work. His mother seeks help to repatriate his body. Read the full story.
A truck driver survived 72 hours pinned in a 200-foot gorge in Madhya Pradesh. His rescue was triggered only when the vehicle's GPS tracker came back online, revealing his location. Read the incredible survival story.
Bombay High Court directs immediate steps to save critically ill elephant Manik, permitting transport to Vantara Rescue Centre in Gujarat for treatment. Read the full story.
A 5.5-foot crocodile entered a private firm on Dabhoi Road, Vadodara. Wildlife Rescue Trust volunteers safely captured the reptile and handed it to the forest department. Read the full story.
An exclusive Jakarta screening of Akbar Khan's 'Taj Mahal: An Eternal Love Story' dazzled diplomats & industrialists. The film's international rollout builds momentum for its Valentine's Week 2026 release in Indonesia. Read more.
A female Steller sea lion named Stl’eluqum was saved by a marine rescue team in Cowichan Bay, BC, after a month-long search. Read about the dramatic operation.
PM Modi's landmark Oman visit underscores deep India-Oman strategic ties, marked by a new temple in Haima and a sprawling embassy complex. A historic step for bilateral relations.
Adarsh Behera, kidnapped by RSF militia in Sudan, returns home after 40 days. Read his harrowing story of survival and the diplomatic efforts that secured his release.
A 4-month-old leopard cub was rescued from a farm well in Kalmeshwar, Nagpur. Forest officials are now searching for its mother using camera traps. Read the full story.
A dramatic rescue by Ahmedabad Fire and Emergency Services saved a father and daughter from a 60-foot-deep water-filled borewell in Chandlodia. Read the full story of the heroic operation.
Indian Ambassador Abhay Thakur inaugurated symbolic installations of Char Dham temples and Bodh Gaya in Yangon. The event strengthens India-Myanmar cultural ties. Read more.
Four fishermen from Nagapattinam clung to a capsized boat for four hours in turbulent seas off Kodiyakkarai before a dramatic rescue by fellow fishermen. Read their harrowing survival story.
Drishti Marine lifesavers in Goa rescued six individuals, including a UK tourist and a child, from drowning at various beaches over the weekend. Read about the heroic efforts.
A traffic sub-inspector in Chennai heroically rescued a kidnapped man from a moving van at Akkarai signal. Read about the dramatic ECR kidnapping and the police investigation details.
Manikdoh Leopard Rescue Centre in Pune houses 113 leopards, double its capacity, forcing two big cats to share a single 250sqm enclosure. Officials cite a surge in human-animal conflicts. Read more.
Delhi High Court revives pay parity case for Indian staff at Italian Embassy, challenging 2019 dismissal. The employees seek Rs 2 crore in arrears. Read the full legal battle details.
Twelve policemen stranded on a 1000-foot hill in Tenkasi were rescued in a 7-hour overnight operation. The team was searching for a history-sheeter who escaped custody. Read the full story.
Embassy Office Parks REIT acquires a prime 0.3 million sq ft office property in Bengaluru's Embassy GolfLinks for Rs 8,520 million. The 100% leased, DPU-accretive deal strengthens its hold in India's office capital. Read more.
The French Embassy in India honors the Indian Navy on its special day, highlighting growing maritime cooperation and the strategic Indo-French partnership. Read more about this diplomatic gesture.
Etawah Safari Park successfully treated a critically injured sambar and a leopard cub in two separate wildlife rescue operations. Read about their recovery and conservation efforts.