Pakistan witnessed its deadliest year in over a decade in 2025, with a 34% spike in terror attacks and 3,413 fatalities. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan were the epicentres of violence. Read the full report.
The IFJ reports 128 journalists and media workers killed in 2025, with the Middle East being the deadliest region. Press freedom faces a global crisis.
As populist forces challenge its core principles, the very idea of 'the West' faces an existential crisis. Explore its historical roots and why its democratic, secular values are worth defending today.
Tragedy strikes Madhya Pradesh as over 200 parrots succumb to severe food poisoning in Khargone district. Officials confirm the birds died despite rescue efforts. Read the full report.
Errol Musk, father of Tesla CEO Elon Musk, warns of US collapse as whites become minority. Elon Musk has previously called his father 'evil'. Read the full story.
Karachi residents face daily peril due to severe road damage and poor law enforcement. Read how the infrastructure crisis is impacting lives and the demands for urgent action.
A remorseful thief in the US returned stolen mandolins with a handwritten apology note blaming alcohol. The bizarre incident, caught on camera, highlights an unusual act of contrition.
Zohran Mamdani, born in Kampala to an Indian filmmaker, made history as New York's first South Asian Muslim mayor. He thanked family from 'Kampala to Dilli' and invoked Nehru in his speech.
In a heartfelt victory speech, Zohran Mamdani thanked his family spanning from Kampala to Delhi and his wife Rama, pledging to govern 'audaciously'. Read his full message and vision.
Punjab and Haryana experience above-normal minimum temperatures, with Amritsar at 10.8°C. IMD forecasts dry weather, impacting agriculture and daily life. Read the full weather report.
Jammu & Kashmir faces severe weather with heavy snowfall in higher reaches and a biting cold wave in plains. Key highways closed, flights affected. IMD issues alerts.
The UAE implements a historic unified Friday prayer timing of 12:45 PM across all emirates from January 2, 2026. Learn about the new schedule, traffic impacts, and the 'Year of the Family' initiative behind this landmark change.
A devastating fire at a crowded bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, during New Year's celebrations has killed at least 40 people and injured over 100. Read the full investigation details.
US-China trade tensions flare as Trump threatens 100% tariffs & China imposes rare earth export controls. Markets slump. Will November 1 deadline bring a truce? Read analysis.
Despite Trump's tariffs and AI anxiety, the global economy shows resilience with strong growth indicators. Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan data reveal surprising momentum. Read the full analysis.
The first full Moon of 2026, a 'Wolf Supermoon', will be extra bright & large. Know the best time to see it in India on Jan 3, why 2026 has 13 full moons, and expert viewing tips.
Russia promises retaliation following a deadly Ukrainian drone strike in Kherson that killed 24. Kremlin warns of severe consequences. Full details inside.
A severe cold wave is set to hit northern and central Saudi Arabia from Saturday, with temperatures dropping to as low as -2°C. Stay informed and take precautions.
The UAE has enacted a sweeping new Civil Transactions Law, reducing the legal age to 18 and modernising contracts, consumer rights, and business frameworks. Discover how this impacts residents and global investors.
Zohran Mamdani delivers an emotional victory speech, thanking his family from Kampala to Delhi and vowing to govern 'audaciously'. Read his full message.
Swiss authorities work to identify victims after a deadly fire engulfs a bar in Crans-Montana. The Alpine resort community is in shock. Read the latest updates.
Russia shares evidence of a Ukrainian drone targeting Putin's residence. The CIA had earlier dismissed the claims. Get the full details and analysis here.
New York City's new mayor, Zohran Mamdani, issues sweeping executive orders to protect tenants, reversing previous policies. His inauguration saw mixed reactions, including boos for former mayor Eric Adams. Read the full story.
At least seven people killed as Iran faces its largest protests since 2022. Demonstrations over inflation and currency collapse spread from Tehran to rural provinces. Read the full timeline and analysis.
China has removed a 30-year tax exemption on contraceptives, imposing a 13% VAT. This policy reversal aims to tackle a declining birth rate and ageing population. Explore the details and historical context.
Delhi shivers under a severe cold wave as dense fog disrupts flights & trains. IMD predicts icy conditions till Jan 5. Get the latest on weather woes & safety tips.
Iran protests over economic crisis intensify for fifth day, leaving 7 dead. Schools and universities shut as unrest spreads to multiple cities. Read the latest updates.
A pregnant leopard and her two unborn cubs died near Bengaluru, likely from a quarrying blast. The Karnataka government has ordered a high-level investigation into the tragic incident.
Supreme Court panel inspects Bannerghatta National Park after 2020 ESZ cut from 269 to 169 sq km. Citizens allege real estate, mining interests threaten Bengaluru's ecological backyard.
Amnesty International reports a sharp global rise in executions in 2025, led by Saudi Arabia and the US reaching record numbers. China remains the world's top executioner.