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A magnitude 4.4 earthquake struck Kachchh district in Gujarat early today, December 26, at 4:30 am IST. The epicentre was at 23.65°N latitude and 70.23°E longitude, with a depth of 10 km. No casualties or damage have been reported so far. The National Center for Seismology confirmed the tremor on X, providing precise location and […]
Trump said US forces carried out deadly strikes against ISIS in northwestern Nigeria on Christmas Day, warning of more if Christians are targeted. US Africa Command confirmed multiple terrorists were killed. Analysts cautioned his remarks risk inflaming religious tensions, while Nigeria’s government rejects framing the violence as religious persecution.
Jimmy Kimmel criticised Trump in Channel 4’s Alternative Christmas Message, warning UK viewers about rising fascism and saying “tyranny is booming” in America. Reflecting on Trump’s second term, Kimmel accused him of acting like a king, defended free speech, and apologised to Britain, saying the US was “tearing down” democratic institutions.
Mirwaiz Umar Farooq removed the ‘Chairman, All Parties Hurriyat Conference’ designation from his verified X profile, leaving only his name and location. The chief cleric, who has over two lakh followers, did not comment. The APHC, formed in 1993, has weakened over the years due to infighting and Centre-led crackdowns after Article 370’s abrogation in […]
A balloon seller was killed and four others critically injured after a balloon gas cylinder exploded near the Karnataka Exhibition Authority entrance in Mysuru. Police Commissioner Seema Latkar said the victim, around 40, died on the spot. Many visitors were present due to the Christmas vacation exhibition rush, according to city police officials.
Around 40 unidentified persons were charged for vandalising Magneto Mall in Raipur during the Chhattisgarh Bandh. Protesters allegedly entered the mall, damaged Christmas and New Year decorations, and misbehaved with staff. Police registered an FIR, are identifying suspects through CCTV footage, and said arrests will follow, urging the public to maintain peace.
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The Delhi government will launch 100 Atal Canteens today, offering meals at just ₹5 to mark Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s birth anniversary. Aimed at daily wage workers and low-income families, the scheme ensures affordable, nutritious food with dignity. Meals will be monitored digitally for quality and hygiene, with plans to expand and generate local employment.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor condemned the killing of Dipu Chandra Das in Bangladesh, stressing that protests in India do not lead to lynching. He urged the interim Bangladeshi government to control unrest ahead of the February 12 elections. Tharoor emphasized that any attempted violence should be clamped down on, ensuring voter safety and lawfulness.
Pakistan Railways suspended all train services in Balochistan after intelligence warned of a possible militant attack on railway infrastructure, especially today, December 25. Passenger and cargo trains, including Jaffer Express and Bolan Mail, are halted. Security forces are on high alert, and services will resume only after thorough threat assessments.
The White House officials said President Trump has privately urged Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro to leave power, warning economic collapse could strike by late January. On Venezuelan oil, prioritize economic pressure through sanctions rather than immediate military action against Caracas. The administration accuses Venezuela of drug trafficking.
Australian PM Anthony Albanese announced a national bravery award to honor civilians and first responders who confronted an anti-Semitic terror attack killing 15 during Hanukkah. Heroes like Syrian-Australian Ahmed al Ahmed, who disarmed an attacker despite being injured, will be recognized. The award honors those facing extreme danger to save others.
Imani Smith, Broadway’s Young Nala in “The Lion King,” was fatally stabbed on December 21 in Edison, NJ. Her boyfriend, Jordan D. Jackson-Small, was arrested and charged with first-degree murder and other offenses. Smith, survived by her three-year-old son and family, was remembered as a talented, vivacious performer. A GoFundMe supports her parents.
A terror attack killed 15 people more than a week ago, leaving the community grappling with the nation’s deadliest mass shooting in decades. Bondi, a traditional Christmas destination, saw subdued gatherings under heightened security. Police patrolled the beachfront as hundreds gathered on the sands, many wearing Santa hats.
Delhi experienced a brief respite from high pollution levels this morning, with the AQI recorded at 220, placing it in the ‘poor’ category. According to CPCB’s Sameer app, 29 monitoring stations reported ‘poor’ air quality, Anand Vihar recorded 308 (‘very poor’), and the remaining stations were ‘moderate’. AQI ranges from 0-50 ‘good...