December 4, 2025

India Introduces Health Security se National Security Cess on Pan Masala Machines to Boost Funds

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduced a new cess on pan masala production machines to fund health and national security. The bill, debated in Parliament, targets machines by production speed and pouch weight, aiming to reduce tobacco use and increase revenue.

December 4, 2025

UAE Hosts Mass Wedding For 54 Palestinian Couples On 54th Union Day

On its 54th Union Day, UAE held a mass wedding for 54 Palestinian couples in Gaza. Part of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, this event blends aid with cultural support under tough conditions.

December 4, 2025

Homes Demolished in Hyderabad, Children's Education Disrupted Amid Relocation Struggles

Families displaced by demolition along Hyderabad's Musi River face tough challenges. Children struggle with disrupted schooling and broken routines, as parents lose work and stability.

December 4, 2025

Uganda stops granting asylum to Eritrean, Somali and Ethiopian refugees over funding crisis

Uganda says no more refugee status will be given to new arrivals from Eritrea, Somalia, and Ethiopia due to a severe funding shortage. Nearly 2 million refugees live in Uganda, but aid cuts threaten vital services.

December 4, 2025

NIEPID, Divi’s Foundation Join Hands to Boost Care for Children with Developmental Disabilities

NIEPID and Divi’s Foundation signed an MoU to expand services for children with developmental disabilities. The partnership will focus on early intervention, training, research, and community inclusion over three years.