Kolkata airport is finally adding restrooms on the upper arrival level after 12 years of complaints. The first of three new toilet blocks opens this month, bringing relief to weary flyers. Read more about the long-awaited fix.
Gurgaon's minimum temperature climbed to 9.7°C on Thursday, a significant rise from the season's low. The IMD forecasts cold day conditions for Jan 4-5 and dense fog over North India. Read for details and travel advisories.
IMD predicts below-normal temperatures for most of Maharashtra in Jan 2026, with colder days and nights expected. The forecast also highlights 2025's extreme weather toll.
Kolkata's air quality plunged to 'very poor' levels on New Year's Day due to firecrackers and winter inversion. Experts warn of severe health risks and slow recovery. Read more.
Chandigarh's unusually dry December ends with 13mm rain on Jan 1, leading to dense fog and a cold wave. Weather officials advise caution for the next 5 days. Read for full forecast and safety tips.
A leopard sighted in Panchkula's Sector 5 days ago continues to evade capture, causing alarm. Wildlife authorities are on high alert, conducting night patrols and advising residents. Latest sighting reported from Command area.
A devastating fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, killed at least 40 and injured over 100 during New Year's celebrations. Authorities investigate the cause as survivors recount the horror.
Wallace's giant bee, the world's largest, was rediscovered in Indonesia after decades. Learn about its unique biology, habitat, and why its survival matters for our ecosystem.
The US has changed its green card rules, making marriage to a citizen insufficient for residency. Learn the key points and what applicants must now prove.
Eight US Congress members urge India to ensure a fair trial for activist Umar Khalid, echoing academic Mahmood Mamdani's call. Details on the growing international concern.
Explore the complex reasons behind the ongoing protests in Iran, from economic hardship to social restrictions. Discover what's driving Iranians to the streets.
Amid rising military activity, the US urges China to de-escalate Taiwan Strait tensions. Read the latest on the diplomatic warnings and regional implications.
Activist Gauri Sarin's hunger strike against severe dust pollution in Gurgaon continues. Residents demand enforcement of basic mitigation measures on Golf Course Road and SPR. Read more.
IMD forecasts continued cold wave conditions across North India with fresh snowfall in Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand. Dense fog to impact plains. Get the latest weather update.
Delhi and North India face an intense cold wave with temperatures dropping to 6°C. Dense fog to disrupt travel, AQI remains poor. Stay updated on weather alerts.
Delhi and North India face an intense cold wave with temperatures plummeting to 6°C. IMD warns of dense fog and poor air quality over the next week. Stay updated.
IMD predicts dense to very dense fog for Kanpur, eastern UP, Delhi, and North India. Expert warns of temperature swings and cold wave risks. Get the latest weather updates.
Following the 2025 Sambhar Festival, Jaipur Rural residents petition BJP MP Rao Rajendra Singh to declare the Ramsar site a bird sanctuary, citing urgent conservation needs to protect 340+ bird species and boost eco-tourism. Act now to save this vital eco
NGT issues notice over Bhopal's severe air crisis. AQI hit 616, data manipulation alleged. Authorities have 4 weeks to respond. Read about the health risks and legal battle for clean air.
Bulgaria becomes the 21st Eurozone member, retiring the lev. We explore the benefits, political opposition, and complex Russia ties shaping this historic shift.
British TV star Narinder Kaur shares her father's story of hard labour as an Indian immigrant in the 1960s, calling for an end to anti-immigrant rhetoric and fair chances in 2026.
Historian Enrique Krauze analyses Latin America's cyclical struggle for democracy, from 19th-century ideals to 2026's populist retreat and Venezuela's pivotal moment. Explore the region's resilient fight for freedom.
A devastating fire at a bar in Switzerland claims 47 lives. Survivors recount the panic and chaos. Details on the investigation and international response emerge.
US intelligence concludes Ukraine did not attack Putin's residence, contradicting Russian claims. The finding impacts stalled peace talks. Read the full analysis.
Nationwide protests erupt in Iran over ailing economy, leaving 7 dead. Get the latest updates on the unrest, government response, and international reaction.
Khokon Chandra Das, a 50-year-old businessman, was brutally assaulted and set on fire in Damudya, Shariatpur. This incident adds to a series of attacks on minorities in Bangladesh. Read the full report.
Massive anti-government protests erupt across Iran over economic crisis, turning violent with casualties reported. Read the latest updates on the deadly clashes and official response.
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro discharged from hospital after hernia and hiccup surgeries. Supreme Court rejects house arrest plea, orders return to prison to serve 27-year sentence. Read the latest updates.
Oil prices edged higher in early 2026 trade amid Ukraine's drone attacks on Russian oil facilities and US sanctions on Venezuela's exports. Brent crude rose to $60.99. Explore the market impact.
California postpones revoking 17,000 commercial driver's licences until March. The move follows a lawsuit and federal pressure over immigration status checks. Read the full story.