India, Dec. 31 -- The year 2025 will be remembered as one of relentless motion-defined by conflict and compromise, tragedy and triumph, political churn and cultural milestones. Across continents from India and its neighbourhood to the Middle East and Ukraine, wars simmered, governments fell, faith was tested, sport soared, and societies confronted rapid change. As the world oscillated between hope and upheaval, these were the moments that shaped a defining year. IBNS correspondent Supriyo Hazra looks back across major events that shaped the world and India in 2025.

Faith, Conflict and Geopolitics

Maha Kumbh Mela: Faith Shadowed by Tragedy

In January, Prayagraj in northern India became the epicentre of human faith as millions gathered f...