Cartoon Sparks Debate on Discouraging Vehicle Use

A recent editorial cartoon from Deccan Herald highlights the urgent need to discourage vehicle use in Indian cities, sparking discussions on urban mobility and environmental sustainability.

US Officials Defend Venezuela Strategy at Senate Hearing

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Senator Marco Rubio testified before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, defending the strategic capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro as a calculated move, not an act of war.

Kutch 2001 Earthquake: 25 Years of Disaster Management Evolution

On the 25th anniversary of the devastating Kutch earthquake, a firsthand account reveals the terror of relentless aftershocks, massive human loss, and how this tragedy fundamentally reshaped India's disaster preparedness and response strategies.

US Population Growth Slows to 0.5% in 2025

US population growth slowed to 0.5% in 2025, adding just 1.8 million people, driven by a sharp decline in international migration, according to Census Bureau estimates.

Bengaluru's Ward Climate Action Plan Engages Stakeholders

The Greater Bengaluru Authority's climate action cell is conducting multi-stakeholder interactions across wards to develop Ward Climate Action Plans, addressing local climate hazards like flooding and heat stress.

TSA REAL ID Rule: $45 Fee for Domestic Flights

Starting February 1, travelers without a REAL ID or acceptable alternative like a passport will face a $45 fee for domestic flights. Learn about the process, validity, and accepted IDs.

Ilhan Omar Attacked with Vinegar at Minnesota Event

US Representative Ilhan Omar was sprayed with apple cider vinegar during a chaotic town hall meeting in Minnesota. The attacker, Anthony Kazmierczak, allegedly stormed the podium during her anti-ICE speech.

Satena Plane with 15 Missing in Colombia

A Satena airline aircraft carrying 13 passengers and two crew members has gone missing in Colombia. Authorities have launched search operations for the vanished plane.

DDA Denies Wazirabad Wetland Existence in NGT

Delhi Development Authority tells National Green Tribunal that a filled-up pond near Wazirabad was never officially recorded as a wetland, contradicting environmental reports.

ICE Clashes With Journalists In Minneapolis Amid Political Tensions

Federal immigration agents in Minneapolis clashed with journalists and protesters during enforcement operations, with agents threatening arrest and deploying chemical irritants. The incident follows political tensions over immigration enforcement and a re

Fed Keeps Rates Unchanged at 3.5%-3.75% Amid Political Tensions

The US Federal Reserve maintains benchmark interest rates at 3.5% to 3.75% with two dissenting votes favoring cuts. The pause follows three consecutive rate reductions last year as officials assess economic impacts amid political criticism from President

US Loses 10,000+ PhD Scientists in Historic Federal Exodus

The US federal government experienced its largest annual loss of scientific expertise in 2025, with over 10,000 STEM PhD scientists departing agencies. This 14% reduction raises concerns about research continuity and innovation capacity.

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