'Brain-Eating Amoeba' Kills 19 In Kerala. How It Spreads, How To Stay Safe

Brain-eating amoeba infection: Kerala reported 170 cases and 42 deaths in 2025

Kerala has recorded 170 cases and 42 deaths from amoebic meningoencephalitis (brain-eating amoeba infection) in 2025, the Health Ministry informed Parliament. Since 2023, the state has reported 211 cases and 53 deaths. The Centre said the surge prompted investigations by NCDC and a high-level review by ICMR, leading to strengthened surveillance through 18 VRDL labs. Dec 5, 2025
US sees India as key AI partner amid growing China challenge

US sees India as key AI partner amid growing China challenge

During a Senate hearing on Tuesday (December 2), witnesses stressed that the coming year will require deeper coordination among democratic partners — including India — to shape global AI standards, safeguard chip supply chains, and counter Beijing's ambitions. Dec 5, 2025
US cuts work permit duration, impacting thousands of Indian workers

US cuts work permit duration, impacting thousands of Indian workers

USCIS said the revised policy will "result in more frequent vetting of aliens who apply for authorization to work in the United States," enabling the agency to "deter fraud and detect aliens with potentially harmful intent so they can be processed for removal from the United States." Dec 5, 2025
NSE cuts Fin Nifty quantity freeze limit to 1,200 contracts effective Dec 1

Nifty likely to hit 29,000 in 2026 as earnings drive market gains

The data compiled by Bank of America said that large‑cap stocks will outperform small and mid‑caps, though parts of the small‑and‑mid‑cap universe are beginning to show selective opportunities in financials, information technology, chemicals, jewellery, consumer durables and hotels. Dec 4, 2025