Scrub Typhus Surge in Andhra Pradesh: Symptoms, Risks and Prevention

Andhra Pradesh is experiencing a concerning rise in scrub typhus cases, with health officials urging early diagnosis to prevent complications. Several districts, particularly Chittoor, Kakinada and Visakhapatnam, have reported notable increases, prompting intensified surveillance and public awareness initiatives.

India’s Unemployment Rate Falls Sharply Over Six Years

India’s labour market has shown marked improvement over the past six years, with official data indicating a steady and significant reduction in unemployment. The latest Annual Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) highlights a robust decline in joblessness among individuals aged 15 years and above, signalling expanding economic activity and enhanced workforce engagement.

India’s Longest Cantilever Glass Skywalk Opens in Visakhapatnam

Visakhapatnam has unveiled a spectacular new tourism landmark with the inauguration of India’s longest cantilever glass skywalk at Kailasagiri hilltop park. Perched at an elevation of about 862 feet, the skywalk offers visitors breathtaking aerial views of rolling hills, lush cityscapes and the Bay of Bengal’s vast shoreline—turning it into one of the city’s most striking attractions.

Oxford Names ‘Rage Bait’ as 2025 Word of the Year

Oxford University Press has chosen “rage bait” as its 2025 Word of the Year, spotlighting how digital platforms increasingly thrive on content engineered to provoke anger and fuel online engagement. The term reflects a broader cultural shift in how users interact with information in a hyperconnected world.

World Bank Group announces new leadership role to strengthen global development outcomes

The World Bank Group has appointed Paschal Donohoe as its new Managing Director and Chief Knowledge Officer, a position he will assume on 24 November 2025. The appointment, announced on 18 November, brings a senior European policymaker with public and private sector experience into the Bank’s leadership structure. The move supports the institution’s objective of improving knowledge-sharing systems and evidence-based policy solutions worldwide.