A forester and a civilian were killed in a wild elephant attack near the India-Bhutan border in Assam. The incident underscores the urgent need for a long-term plan to manage human-elephant conflict in the region.
As 2025 ends, three major trends define the 2026 outlook: the Russia-Ukraine war stalemate, escalating China-Taiwan tensions, and a shifting world order. Read our analysis.
Planning for New Year's Day 2026 in the US? Find out which government offices, banks, and major retailers like Walmart and Target will be open or closed. Check store hours before you head out!
Russia's Defence Ministry releases footage of a downed Ukrainian drone, claiming it targeted Putin's Novgorod residence. Ukraine denies the attack as tensions escalate. Read the full details.
A routine pothole inspection in Oviedo, Florida, revealed a 5-foot alligator living in a stormwater drain, captured on robotic camera. Discover the viral footage and what it says about urban wildlife. Read more!
A significant earthquake measuring 6.0 magnitude struck Japan's Noda region. No tsunami warning issued. Get the latest details on the seismic event and its impact.
A significant earthquake measuring 6.0 magnitude jolted Japan just before New Year. The tremor's epicentre was 91 km east of Noda. Read for details and the earlier quake in Ladakh.
Hungarian PM Viktor Orban publicly shames EU allies, accusing them of turning meetings into 'war councils' focused on defeating Russia instead of securing peace. Read the full story.
A leopard sighting near Hubballi's airport road has caused panic. Forest officials deploy 11 CCTV cameras and 3 cages as residents demand urgent capture. Latest updates.
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani appoints lawyer Ramzi Kassem as NYC's top legal advisor. Kassem, a former Biden advisor and immigrant rights advocate, will assume the role on January 1. Read more.
A look back at the five military game-changers—S-400, BrahMos, drones, Rafale, and INS Vikrant—that ensured India's decisive victory in Operation Sindoor without triggering a full-scale war. Discover how technology shaped modern warfare.
Zohran Kwame Mamdani, set to become New York City's first Muslim mayor, will use the Quran for his swearing-in ceremony on January 1, 2025. This historic moment reflects the city's growing diversity.
Democrat Zohran Mamdani begins term as NYC mayor with two swearing-ins: a private midnight event and a public ceremony with Bernie Sanders. Read about the historic celebrations.
A significant earthquake of magnitude 6.0 struck off the coast of Japan's Noda region. No tsunami warning was issued, and initial reports indicate no major damage. Stay updated on seismic activity.
A significant earthquake measuring 6.0 on the Richter scale struck near Japan's Noda on Wednesday. Get the latest real-time updates and details on this developing story.
Bangladesh's former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia was laid to rest in Dhaka. The BNP leader's funeral drew thousands. Read about the ceremony and her political legacy.
Strong winds and clouds dispel dense fog across North India, but IMD issues an Orange Alert for New Year's Day. Get the latest weather forecast for Chandigarh, Punjab, and Haryana.
Finland detains a Russian cargo vessel suspected of damaging a critical undersea gas pipeline and telecom cable. The incident escalates regional security tensions. Read the full details.
Russian President Vladimir Putin, in his New Year's speech, expressed confidence in victory over Ukraine. The address came as the war nears four years, with a severe human toll and ongoing diplomatic tensions. Read the full analysis.
France is drafting a law to ban social media for under-15s and phones in schools to curb screen time. President Macron backs the move, mirroring Australia's recent ban. Read more.
Auckland and Sydney ushered in 2026 with spectacular fireworks. Sydney's celebrations were marked by a tribute to Bondi attack victims and a strong police presence. Read more.
Israel's Mossad spy agency publicly urges Iranians to take to the streets, claiming direct support. Protests over economic woes spread in Tehran and other cities. Details on the escalating regional tensions.
Russia claims 91 Ukrainian drones targeted Putin's Novgorod residence. Kyiv denies the attack. Explore the map and escalating tensions. Read the full analysis.
Israel orders 37 aid groups, including MSF and Oxfam, to halt Gaza operations unless they disclose Palestinian staff details. UN and EU condemn the move, warning of a humanitarian crisis.
China's 'Justice Mission 2025' military exercises encircled Taiwan, firing rockets and sending a stark warning. Here's what the drills mean for Taiwan, the US, and regional stability.
Donald Trump's second term sees the once-solid Republican support for Israel fracturing. Explore the generational, theological, and ideological fault lines emerging within the MAGA movement, from online antisemitism to rewritten Christian theology.
January 1, 2026, is a US federal holiday. Find out what's closed: banks, stock markets, USPS, and federal offices. Plan your financial transactions accordingly.
Military experts analyze how Operation Sindoor established India's posture of assured kinetic response to cross-border terrorism, setting new benchmarks in tactics.
Key passes and peaks in Himachal Pradesh, including Rohtang and Baralacha, receive fresh snowfall, bringing relief from dry spell and boosting tourism prospects. IMD predicts more.
Russia has released video footage to challenge Kyiv's denial of an alleged attack. Western officials question Moscow's claims as Ukraine accuses Russia of fabricating the incident to stall peace talks. Get the latest details.