UN Renews Congo Peacekeeping Mission Amid M23 Offensive and Humanitarian Crisis

The United Nations Security Council has urged Rwanda to withdraw its forces from eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and unanimously voted to extend the UN peacekeeping mission, MONUSCO, for another year, as violence escalates despite recent diplomatic efforts. The decision reflects mounting international concern over renewed fighting in the mineral-rich region.

Australia Reels After Deadly Hanukkah Attack Near Sydney’s Bondi Beach

Australian authorities have identified the perpetrators of the deadly Bondi Beach terror attack as a father–son duo, Sajid Akram and Naveed Akram, bringing clarity to one of the most serious mass-casualty incidents the country has witnessed in decades. The attack targeted a Jewish community gathering celebrating Hanukkah near Sydney’s Bondi Beach, resulting in at least 15 fatalities and triggering nationwide shock.

The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has officially declared the BPSC 70th Combined Competitive Mains Result 2025 on 16 December 2025. Candidates who appeared in the 70th BPSC Mains Examination can now check and download their result from the official website bpsc.bih.nic.in.

The result has been released for various posts under the Bihar PCS recruitment, and the result link is now active on the BPSC portal. Candidates are advised to download their result PDF and verify all details carefully.

UN Raises Human Rights Concerns on Solitary Confinement in Pakistan

Pakistan is facing intensified international scrutiny over allegations regarding the detention conditions of former prime minister Imran Khan at Rawalpindi’s Adiala Jail. Human rights organisations, opposition figures, and international institutions have expressed concern that his prolonged isolation may violate international human rights norms and amount to psychological harm.

Scotland Name 15-Member Squad for Men’s Under-19 World Cup

Scotland have announced their 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Men’s Under-19 World Cup 2026, with Shlok Thaker and Shreyas Tekale earning maiden call-ups to the national U-19 setup. The squad will be led by Thomas Knight, as Scotland aim to make a stronger impact after a difficult campaign in the previous edition.