2025 was a year of profound loss, marked by a series of devastating events across India and globally. From deadly stampedes at religious gatherings and railway stations to a catastrophic earthquake in Myanmar and Thailand, the year witnessed widespread tragedy.
Turkish police detained 357 individuals suspected of Islamic State (IS) links in nationwide raids following a deadly encounter. The operations, targeting operatives planning attacks during holiday celebrations, involved simultaneous actions across 21 provinces. Recovered digital materials and suspected financial channeling connect detainees to IS fighters in conflict zones.
India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar will attend the funeral of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia in Dhaka. Prime Minister Narendra Modi remembered Zia's significant contributions to Bangladesh's development and India-Bangladesh relations, recalling a warm meeting in 2015. Zia, a pivotal figure in restoring democracy, passed away at 80 after a long political career.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted India's global recognition for accelerated development through next-generation reforms. He emphasized that these reforms, spanning sectors like GST, labor laws, and foreign investment, are strengthening long-term, inclusive growth and empowering citizens and businesses. Modi stated that India is moving towards a trust-based system with citizens at its core, aiming to build a developed India.
Prime Minister Modi met Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury to discuss attacks on Bengali-speaking individuals in BJP-ruled states. Chowdhury highlighted administrative confusion between «Banglabhasi» and «Bangladeshi» people, leading to unjust detentions. This meeting precedes West Bengal's 2026 assembly elections, while Union Minister Amit Shah is also in the state reviewing BJP's poll preparedness.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia. He acknowledged her significant contributions to Bangladesh's development and the strengthening of India-Bangladesh relations, recalling a warm meeting in 2015. Zia, a towering political figure and the first woman PM of Bangladesh, died at 80 after a prolonged illness.
Amidst severe fog and low visibility impacting North India's flight operations, the Civil Aviation Ministry has directed airlines to strictly adhere to passenger facilitation norms. Passengers are urged to check flight statuses and allow extra travel time as 118 flights were cancelled and 16 diverted at Delhi airport.
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Ministry of external affairs has rejected Pakistan's accusations of attacks on minorities, labeling them as «finger pointing» and highlighting Pakistan's «abysmal record» on the issue. The MEA stated that Pakistan's «horrific and systemic victimisation of minorities» is a well-established fact, refuting claims made by Pakistan's foreign affairs spokesperson.
The National Mission for Clean Ganga has greenlit projects to revive the Gomti river's origin site, enhance bird habitats, and implement natural sewage treatment for Delhi's Yamuna drains. These initiatives aim to restore cultural identity, protect biodiversity, and improve water quality through innovative, nature-based solutions, marking a significant step in river rejuvenation efforts.
The Supreme Court has halted the Delhi High Court's decision to suspend Kuldeep Singh Sengar's life sentence in the Unnao rape case. Judges acknowledged efforts to exploit the situation for political gain. Sengar remains in jail due to a separate custodial death sentence. The survivor expressed happiness and vowed to pursue the death penalty.
The Unnao survivor seeks the death penalty for Kuldeep Singh Sengar, welcoming the Supreme Court's stay on his bail. China launched massive drills near Taiwan, prompting a high alert. The Environment Minister praised the SC's stay on the Aravalli definition. Defence spending will see a Rs 79,000 crore boost. Lalit Modi apologized for his remarks with Vijay Mallya.
The Supreme Court has intervened in the Unnao rape case. It has halted the Delhi high court's decision to suspend former BJP leader Kuldeep Singh Sengar's life sentence. The apex court is examining if an MLA qualifies as a public servant under the POCSO Act. This move ensures Sengar remains in jail. The survivor welcomes the Supreme Court's action.
