US Tightens Visa Scrutiny, Causing Interview Delays

December 21, 2025 1:40 PM

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US Tightens Visa Scrutiny, Causing Interview Delays

The US has tightened scrutiny of non-immigrant visa holders. This has triggered delays in visa interviews, restricting where applicants can seek visa stamping and expanding social media vetting. According to US immigration attorney Aparna Dave, the changes have already begun affecting visa applicant...

Railways Rationalises Fares from 26th; Ordinary Class Up to 215 km Unchanged

December 21, 2025 1:55 PM

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Railways Rationalises Fares from 26th; Ordinary Class Up to 215 km Unchanged

The Railways has rationalised its fare structure with effect from the 26th of this month. Under the revised structure, there will be no increase in fares for journeys of up to 215 kilometres in the Ordinary Class. For journeys beyond 215 kilometres, fares will increase by 1 paise per kilometre in th...

Swearing-In Ceremonies Held Across Kerala for Newly Elected Local Bodies

December 21, 2025 1:21 PM

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Swearing-In Ceremonies Held Across Kerala for Newly Elected Local Bodies

The swearing-in ceremonies of the newly elected members of local self-government bodies were held across Kerala. The oldest member of each body was administered the oath first by the Returning Officer, after which the remaining members took their oath in front of the most senior member. In the state...

Dense Fog Disrupts Flights Across North India, AAI Issues Advisory

December 21, 2025 1:11 PM

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Dense Fog Disrupts Flights Across North India, AAI Issues Advisory

Airport Authority of India (AAI) has issued an advisory warning of delays and changes in the flight operations due to reduced visibility, as dense fog gripped North India this morning. India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of dense to very dense fog, further reducing visibility and compou...

Nine Killed in Shooting in South Africa’s West Rand Region

December 21, 2025 1:09 PM

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Nine Killed in Shooting in South Africa’s West Rand Region

At least nine people have been killed and several others injured after armed assailants opened fire in South Africa's West Rand region, today. According to the police, the incident occurred in a township located near Johannesburg, South Africa's largest city and its main economic centre. Authorities...

Australia’s PM Albanese Orders Intelligence Review After Sydney Beach Shooting

December 21, 2025 1:07 PM

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Australia’s PM Albanese Orders Intelligence Review After Sydney Beach Shooting

Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a review into the police and national intelligence agencies after last week's Bondi Beach attack. A national day of reflection was also held to mourn the 15 people killed after two gunmen opened fire at a Jewish festival at the Sydney beach. ...

East Bengal FC Clinch SAFF Women’s Club Title with 3–0 Win in Final

December 21, 2025 12:35 PM

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East Bengal FC Clinch SAFF Women’s Club Title with 3–0 Win in Final

East Bengal FC has clinched the title of the inaugural SAFF Women’s Club Championship 2025 with a dominant 3-0 win against hosts Nepal’s APF (Armed Police Forces) in the final at Dasrath Stadium in Kathmandu, Nepal yesterday. With this win, East Bengal has become the first Indian women’s club to win...

Cinema Can Create Wildlife Awareness: Maneka Gandhi at CineKind Awards

December 21, 2025 12:27 PM

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Cinema Can Create Wildlife Awareness: Maneka Gandhi at CineKind Awards

Cinema is an extremely powerful cultural medium that can be used to create awareness about the natural environment and wildlife. Former union minister and chairperson of People for Animals, Maneka Sanjay Gandhi said this at the CineKind Award ceremony in Kolkata yesterday. The Film Federation of Ind...