The Taj Mahal disappeared behind a thick blanket of smog in Agra as air quality plummeted to 'very poor' with AQI 390. Visibility dropped drastically amid dense fog warnings from IMD. Read the full report.
Saudi Arabia mandates all employers to pay domestic workers via official channels from Jan 1, 2026, ensuring transparency and timely payments. Learn how this protects workers' rights.
Major US visa delays up to 12 months due to enhanced screening. Google & Apple warn H-1B holders against travel. Indian professionals among the worst affected. Read more.
Discover Pando, a clonal colony of quaking aspen in Utah that's one massive 6,000-ton organism spanning 106 acres. A natural wonder defying definition.
Hong Kong police arrest a mainland Chinese man for a violent $6.4 million robbery at a money exchange shop. The suspect was caught at the airport. Read the full investigation details.
A key file showing Donald Trump with Jeffrey Epstein was removed from the DOJ's release, prompting Democrats to demand transparency. What does this mean for the investigation?
Dhaka witnesses emotional scenes as thousands attend state funeral of pro-democracy leader Sharif Osman Hadi, killed in a targeted attack. The incident sparks fresh political tensions ahead of elections.
A tragic shooting in Bekkersdal township, Johannesburg, leaves 10 dead and 10 injured. Get the latest details on this developing story from South Africa.
Hundreds of Indian H-1B visa holders are stranded in India after US consulates abruptly cancelled their renewal appointments, rescheduling them months later due to enhanced social media vetting. Read about the impact and uncertainty.
A seven-year-old girl, daughter of a BNP leader, dies in a mob arson attack in Lakshmipur. Father and two sisters critically injured. Incident follows protests over student leader's murder.
A look at the parallels between Beijing and Delhi's air pollution crises, the measures taken, and what India can learn from China's two-decade-long clean-up drive. Explore the data and policies.
Pakistan's ex-PM Imran Khan and wife Bushra Bibi sentenced to 17 years in Toshakhana-II case. Khan calls for nationwide protests, vows to challenge conviction in Islamabad High Court.
A deadly shooting in Johannesburg's Diepsloot area leaves 10 dead. Police launch manhunt as South Africa grapples with rising gun violence. Read the latest updates.
Four people were shot dead in Bekkersdal township near Johannesburg. Police have arrested a suspect. Details on the motive and community impact inside.
Strict US social media checks cause major visa delays, stranding Indian professionals in India. US firms adopt remote work & urgent travel plans. Learn the impact on tech sector and alternative visas.
At least ten people killed, ten injured in a shooting in Bekkersdal township near Johannesburg. Gunmen flee, motive unclear. Police investigation underway.
From Gurugram's landfills to Odisha's turtle beaches, follow a year-long journey witnessing India's wildlife fighting for survival. Discover the urgent need for concrete conservation action.
San Ramon experienced three earthquakes on Sunday, including a magnitude 3.9 tremor. The area has seen over 150 seismic events in 2025. Read for details and expert insights.
Gulmarg turns white as fresh snowfall heralds Kashmir's 40-day Chillai Kalan. IMD issues yellow alert for J&K. CM Omar Abdullah reviews winter preparedness, hopes for tourism boost.
Brazil's President Lula hopes the massive EU-Mercosur free-trade deal will be signed in January. The 26-year negotiation faces delays due to European farmer protests and opposition from France and Italy.
A shocking stabbing spree in Taipei's Ximending district leaves 4 injured. Police reveal the suspect planned the attack, visiting the area earlier. Details inside.
A batch of 16 documents from the Jeffrey Epstein case, including a photo with Donald Trump, has been removed from a US government website. The disappearance raises questions about transparency.
Discover the world's busiest train stations handling billions of passengers. See how Japan's Shinjuku and India's Howrah stations power urban life. Explore the list now!
Ten suspects arrested for the lynching of Dipu Chandra Das in Bangladesh's Mymensingh. Authorities face pressure over mob violence. Read the latest developments.
A key document with a Trump photo from the Epstein files vanished online, raising transparency concerns. Critics question the DOJ's selective release. Read the full story.
Google and Apple advise US visa-holding employees against international travel due to severe delays in visa stamping at embassies. The new social media screening is causing major backlogs.
The US labour market shows a sharp slowdown, with hiring at a two-decade low and rising unemployment. Economists warn of a 'K-shaped' recovery and AI uncertainty. Read the full analysis.
IMD warns of severe cold wave, dense fog, and heavy snowfall disrupting travel across India from Dec 21-26. Check weather updates for Christmas plans.
US labour market shows sharp slowdown with weak hiring pace and rising unemployment. Economists warn of a K-shaped economy and prolonged stagnation. Read the full analysis.
Hundreds of Indian H-1B visa holders are stranded after US consulates abruptly cancelled their visa renewal appointments, citing new social media screening rules. Learn about the impact and what's at stake.