News Capsule For The Month of December 2025
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Kerala
- Rahul Eashwar was arrested in the cyber attack case. Rahul Easwar arrested for disclosing rape survivor’s identity, Congress leader Sandeep Varier among 6 who were booked.
- Kerala Police ramp up hunt for MLA Rahul; anticipatory bail decision due tomorrow.
- BJP leader Rajeev Chandresekhar to contest from Nemom.
- A diver drowns during maintenance work on a Naval ship in Kochi.
- Kerala HC watches the Haal film ahead of calls for censorship.
- Kerala HC gives interim protection to absconding MLA Rahul Mamkootathil.
- MLA Rahul Mamkootathil gets anticipatory bail; comes out to vote in the Local Elections.
- Kerala MVD suspends a bus driver for skipping a stop.
- Massive pre-dawn blaze guts 15 boats on Ashtamudi Lake; no casualties.
- Dileep was acquitted in the 2017 actor assault case, and Pulsar Suni and five others are convicted. ‘I didn’t trust this court’: Survivor breaks silence after verdict, says all pleas to move case from 'same judge' were 'dismissed'.
- CM Vijayan rejects actor Dileep's 'conspiracy' allegation, backs survivor in actress assault case.
- Kochi Biennale opened to the public.
- Vande Bharat from Bengaluru to Ernakulam carries 55k passengers in a month.
- SC issues notice on plea concerning Munambam Waqf issue.
- Watershed moment in Kerala politics: PM Modi after BJP's huge win in Thiruvananthapuram Corporation.
- Shasi Tharoor congratulates the BJP on their Trivandrum victory.
- Water Metro is in a bind over setting up the Thevara terminal in Kochi.
- Pipeline burst adds to water woes in Kochi, tanker services to be ramped up.
- O Sadashivan to become Kozhikode Mayor, Dr S Jayasree to be Deputy Mayor.
- Actor Sreenivasan passed away in Kochi.
- NSG conducts a major anti-hijack exercise at Cochin International Airport.
- Kerala Local Body Polls: UDF tops vote share with 38.81%, LDF at 33.45%, reveals SEC data.
- Congress office in Kerala vandalised, cops launch probe.
- Several people were injured in Vedan's concert in Kasaragod.
- Priority projects to be implemented in 50-day action plan: Kochi Mayor.
- A disagreement over the amount of chicken in a sandwich led to a physical fight at a Chicking outlet in Kochi.
- Indian Cultural Congress kicks off in Kochi.
- UDF expands, adding three members.
- ‘500-sq-ft’ pothole holds up rush hour traffic in Kochi; accidents on the rise.
- Child born four months of marriage entitled to equal share in property: Kerala High Court.
- Draft electoral roll published in Kerala as part of SIR; over 24 lakh names removed.
- Several elected Congress councilors in Mattanthur joined the BJP.
- V K Minimol becomes Kochi Mayor.
- K K Ragesh becomes Trivandrum Mayor.
India
- Deep depression near Chennai triggers incessant rainfall; holiday declared for schools & colleges in four districts.
- UDF promises an end to waste, mosquito menace in Kochi Corporation.
- India hopes to seal submarine contract with Germany this fiscal, MDL pares down cost significantly.
- EC tells Supreme Court Centre that its exclusive powers to scrutinise citizenship are limited.
- Kerala Techie Arrested For Harassing Cabin Crew On Dubai-Hyderabad Flight.
- In writing, Election Commissioner Sandhu cautioned against harassment of 'genuine citizens'; the final SIR order dropped mention of the Citizenship Act.
- Russia’s State Duma has formally approved a major military logistics pact with India just days before President Vladimir Putin's visit to India.
- Show of unity: Siddaramaiah visits Shivakumar’s residence for breakfast after the feud.
- CM Rekha Gupta-led panel to monitor pollution in Delhi, levy fines on all violators.
- Deploy additional staff: The Supreme Court issues directions to address concerns of BLOs engaged in SIR.
- PM Modi receives Russian President Vladimir Putin as he arrives in Delhi for a state visit.
- South Indians don't want to be isolated because they don't know Hindi: Supreme Court judge B.V. Nagarathna.
- Tamil Nadu Officers Move Supreme Court Against Madras HC Order To Allow Temple Devotees To Light Lamp Near Thiruparankundram Hill Dargah.
- Congress expels Rahul Mamkootathil MLA.
- TMC MLA Humayun Kabir suspended for vow to build Babri Masjid replica; he says will form a new party.
- Madras High Court upholds order permitting devotees to light the lamp on the Thirupparankundram summit.
- Nandamuri Balakrishna's Akhanda 2 release date has been postponed due to unforeseen circumstances.
- 'Inspiration To Millions': PM Modi Gifts Copy Of Bhagavad Gita In Russian To Putin.
- Adults can be in a live-in relationship even without attaining marriageable age: Rajasthan HC.
- Divorced Muslim woman entitled to recover gifts given to husband at marriage: Supreme Court.
- Shashi Tharoor invited to Putin dinner at Rashtrapati Bhavan, Rahul Gandhi and Kharge not.
- 'From Jhol Momo To Badam Ka Halwa': Putin Enjoys Lavish Vegetarian Feast At President's Banquet.
- A 'Babri Masjid' row in Bengal: HC refuses to intervene, security heightened ahead of foundation event in Murshidabad.
- Calcutta High Court refuses to stay the foundation stone ceremony for the Babri Masjid-inspired mosque.
- Supreme Court orders nationwide accessibility directives, including wheelchair-friendly spaces, accessible toilets for disabled prisoners.
- 'Engaging atmosphere reigned': Shashi Tharoor after attending President Murmu's dinner for Putin.
- 23 dead as massive fire erupts at Goa restaurant Birch By Romeo Lane, CM Pramod Sawant orders inquiry.
- 'INDIA Bloc On Life Support, May Soon Be Wheeled Into ICU': Omar Abdullah's Unsparing Take On Bihar Debacle.
- Goa nightclub fire: FIR registered against owners and event organisers, sarpanch detained.
- Indian mobile hospital treats over 2,200 cyclone-hit people as New Delhi ramps up relief efforts in Sri Lanka.
- 'Even last rites performed': BJP takes jibe at J&K CM's 'INDIA bloc on life support' remark, RJD reacts.
- Gaurav Khanna Wins Bigg Boss 19.
- Man Caught With Pistol At The Venue of Vijay's TVK Rally.
- INDIA bloc MPs submit an impeachment notice against Madras High Court judge GR Swaminathan.
- Supreme Court rules CAA applicants cannot join electoral rolls before citizenship approval.
- Amit Shah targets Congress during Vande Mataram debate; Kharge accuses BJP of politicising national song.
- In A First, Delhi To Celebrate Diwali In December For UNESCO List Push.
- Rahul Gandhi held a rare 90-minute-long meeting with PM Modi.
- Shivraj Patil, former Union minister and Congress leader, dies at 90 in Maharashtra's Latur.
- PM Modi, parliamentarians pay tribute to security personnel killed in the 2001 Parliament attack.
- NCP Supremo Sharad Pawar turns 85.
- SIT Files Chargesheet In Aland 'Vote Chori' Case, Names Ex-Karnataka BJP MLA & Son Among Others.
- Congress and Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi announce alliance for Mumbai Municipal Corporation elections.
- Bihar minister Nitin Nabin appointed the BJP's national working president.
- Passengers protest against playing Dileep movie on KSRTC bus; crew halts show after initial refusal.
- Congress MP moves adjournment motion as Delhi AQI hits 461, calls pollution ‘public health emergency.’
- Madhya Pradesh Tests Bold Red Road Markings To Protect Wildlife On Forest Highway.
- SC to hear plea on worsening Delhi-NCR air pollution.
- Narasapur-Chennai Vande Bharat train started on Dec 15.
- Rijiju seeks apology from Rahul, Kharge in Parliament for Congress workers' 'threat' to PM Modi.
- Goa nightclub fire: Luthra brothers land in Delhi after being deported from Thailand.
- EC publishes list of voters deleted from draft electoral rolls in Bengal, Kerala, TN, and Gujarat under SIR 2026.
- Mathura: 13 dead, 25 injured in Yamuna Expressway pile-up, and buses catch fire due to low visibility.
- National Herald Case: Court Refuses To Take Cognisance Of ED Chargesheet Against Rahul Gandhi, Sonia.
- The Afghan Health Minister arrived in India for his first official visit.
- Indian Navy commissions first indigenous Diving Support Craft.
- SC grants 6 weeks to the Centre to finalise the scheme for the rehabilitation of cadets.
- FIR to be registered against the owner if a pet dog bites someone in Dehradun.
- Supreme Court Hands RG Kar Trainee Doctor Case to Calcutta High Court.
- Sabarimala gold theft case: Former administrative officer Sreekumar arrested.
- Govt plans 10-minute ambulance response for road accidents: Gadkari tells RS.
- MEA summons the Bangladesh high commissioner over the security of the Indian mission in Dhaka.
- Supreme Court asks NHAI, MCD to consider shifting or closing 9 toll plazas at Delhi borders.
- Karnataka assembly passes hate speech bill, includes 7-year jail term.
- Thiruparankundram lamp lighting case: Madras High Court Division Bench reserves verdict on appeals.
- 'Sar tan se juda' slogan challenge to India's integrity, incites people for armed rebellion: Allahabad HC.
- Karnataka Assembly unanimously passes bill criminalising social boycott.
- Karnataka Assembly passes hate speech bill amid BJP protest.
- Parliament Passes VB G RAM G Bill To Replace MNREGA On Rural Job Guarantee After Midnight Debate.
- Priyanka Gandhi's 'chai pe charcha' with Modi, Rajnath, hosted by the speaker.
- TN government pays ‘scandalously high’ fees to some law officers and senior counsel: Madras High Court.
- 'Parivar Together': Ajit Pawar Announces Tie-Up With Sharad Pawar For Municipal Poll On NCP Turf.
- Supreme Court stays Delhi HC order granting bail to Unnao rape case accused Kuldeep Singh Sengar.
- Supreme Court stays its own order limiting the definition of the Aravalli range amid a row.
- CM Stalin names Coimbatore flyover after Bharat Ratna C Subramaniam.
- "Fear, Corruption have become the identity of Bengal for 14 years": Amit Shah slams Mamata Banerjee over illegal infiltration.
- Being a woman.': Bengaluru Court grants bail to WinZo co-founder Saumya Rathore, refuses bail to Paavan Nanda.
- Priyanka Gandhi's son Raihan Vadra gets engaged to girlfriend Aviva Baig.
- Former Law Minister Ashwani Kumar welcomes the SC decision to stay its earlier order on the Aravalli definition.
- BJP accuses Rahul Gandhi of meeting 'anti-India' forces in Germany, 'defaming' the nation.
- BJP govt correcting mistakes Cong kept making in northeast for decades: PM.
- CBI arrests Lt Col posted in Dept of Defence Production in bribery case; Rs 2.36 cr seized.
- Fog likely to disrupt flight operations in Delhi, other parts of north India; IndiGo issues advisory.
- G RAM G Bill gets the President's assent.
- 'People Back Development': PM Modi Hails BJP-Mahayuti Victory In Maharashtra Local Body Polls.
- BJP Single-Largest Party, Alliance Sweeps Maharashtra Local Body Polls.
- BJP consolidates Mahayuti dominance in Maharashtra local body polls, a big blow to MVA.
- SC refuses to stay the offering of 'chadar' at Ajmer Sharif on behalf of PM Modi.
- Madras HC stays order to light deepam in Dindigul district.
- Teaching Bhagavad Gita does not make a Trust 'religious'; not ground to deny FCRA registration: Madras High Court.
- Rajastani Village panchayat bans daughters-in-law, young women from using phones with cameras.
- Delhi L-G writes 15-page letter to AAP supremo, slams him for pollution in capital.
- "Batenge To Katenge": Uddhav, Raj Thackeray Join Hands For Mumbai Civic Polls.
- Attacks on Christians: Catholic Bishops’ body writes to Amit Shah, seeks to halt Chhattisgarh bandh.
- 9 Killed As Bus Catches Fire After Collision With Truck In Karnataka, PM Modi Expresses Grief.
- 14-Year-Old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Awarded Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar By President Murmu.
- Four Arrested for Pre-Christmas Vandalism in Assam School.
- Delhi High Court reads down the UGC regulation that allowed hiring assistant professors based solely on an interview.
- CBI moves Supreme Court against bail to Kuldeep Singh Sengar in Unnao Rape.
- 'Don't Interfere': Shivakumar On Kerala CM's 'Bulldozer Action Against Muslims' Remark Amid Bengaluru Demolitions.
- Delhi Police apprehends 966 people in southeast Delhi ahead of New Year under Operation Aaghat 3.0.
- The Yogi government in Uttar Pradesh is introducing Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, and Bengali into its vocational education curriculum.
- Former CM of MP and senior party Leader Digvijay Singh, who endorsed RSS capabilities and even didn't budge to withdraw the same, even after the party asked him to.
- Karnataka govt demolishes a Muslim dominated colony in Yelahanka near Bangalore.
- The Mahayuti Alliance [BJP, NCP, Shiv Sena] has swept the Maharashtra local body elections against the Maha Vikas Aghadi [INC, SS UBT, NCP SP].
World
- The US unveiled the Ukraine Peace deal, which was later changed to a 19-point peace plan.
- You want to roll out a red carpet for illegal immigrants? Supreme Court in plea on 'missing' Rohingyas.
- House Democrats in the Oversight Committee release photos and videos from Epstein's Island.
- MERS alert issued in France.
- Cyclone Ditwah struck Sri Lanka as a severe cyclonic storm, unleashing torrential rains, destructive winds, and widespread disruption across the country.
- India steps up relief for Sri Lanka after Cyclone Ditwah.
- Virginia man accused of planting pipe bombs before Capitol riot on Jan. 6.
- The pipe bombs were placed near the offices of the Democratic and Republican national committees on the night of Jan. 5, 2021.
- Asim Munir becomes Pakistan's first CDF.
- The Modi government announced support for ailing Khaleda Zia.
- US raid allegedly killed a Syrian undercover agent instead of an Islamic State group official.
- Putin's Flight to India Becomes World's Most Tracked as He Lands for Summit with PM Modi.
- US military kills four in new strike on alleged drug boat in eastern Pacific.
- US President Donald Trump was named the first winner of the FIFA Peace Prize.
- Germany votes to bring back voluntary military service.
- Pakistan, Afghanistan exchange heavy fire along border, officials say.
- Xi and Macron met in Chengdu.
- 'Should arrest Asim Munir', says ex-Pentagon official; wants US to apologise to India.
- South Africa: 11 killed, 14 injured in Pretoria mass shooting.
- The call center for Kerr County answered over 400 calls amid the July 4 flood.
- Air India A'bad crash: Indian, US investigators met in Washington for high-stakes review.
- India, US Seek Additional Punitive Measures Against LeT, JeM, And Their Backers.
- Louvre Museum struggles to keep valuables safe - after jewel heist, water leak damages hundreds of treasures.
- Thailand Conducts Air Strikes Along Disputed Border with Cambodia, Several Wounded.
- India opens new consulate building in Shanghai after 32 years.
- Indonesia Office Building Fire: At least 22 killed as massive blaze breaks out at Jakarta office.
- Megaquake alert issued to Japan after powerful 7.5 quake rattles the north.
- The U.S. seized an oil tanker off the Venezuelan coast after a months-long buildup of military forces in the region.
- Goa nightclub fire: Luthra brothers held in Thailand, deportation process underway.
- Over 30 killed in Myanmar military air strike on hospital ahead of 28 December polls.
- US lawmakers introduce a resolution to end Trump's tariffs on India.
- Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee draws legal challenge from 20 US states.
- Belarus frees Nobel winner, top opposition figures as US lifts more sanctions.
- The terrorist attack in Sydney, Bondi Beach, killed 16 people and injured several others.
- The Australian prime minister described the mass shooting as "an act of evil antisemitism." An Australian official said the attack targeted the local Jewish community.
- Trump says attack ‘purely antisemitic’; Security upped for Hannukkah events globally.
- Indian Man, Son Behind Deadly Shooting At Sydney Beach During Jewish Festival
- India says ‘not our soil’: MEA rejects Bangladesh charge as Dhaka summons Indian envoy.
- AIMIM to lose kingmaker status in Hyderabad over GHMC expansion.
- PM Modi visited three-nation tour to Jordan, Ethiopia, and Oman today.
- Zelensky Offers To Drop NATO Bid In Exchange For Western Security Guarantee conditionally.
- US announces social media vetting for H-1B, H-4 visa applicants starting December 15.
- Australian police say the Bondi Beach mass shooting was inspired by the Islamic State group.
- PM Modi Becomes 1st Head Of Government To Receive Ethiopia's Highest Award.
- Quebec moves to expand the Secularism law.
- Aegean becomes the first European carrier to land in Baghdad in 35 years.
- A jury found him guilty of killing his wife, 39-year-old Ana Walshe.
- Brown shooting live updates: Gunman found dead in Salem, N.H.
- Visa Services Hit As Protests Erupt In Bangladesh, India Raises Alarm Over Mission Security.
- PM Modi addressed the 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine.
- A Hindu man was lynched to death in Bangladesh on blasphemy charges.
- Bangladesh interim government chief Muhammad Yunus says seven suspects have been arrested for the killing of a Hindu youth in Mymensingh.
- Two helicopters collide in New Jersey. The crash occurred in Hammonton, N.J., authorities said.
- North Korea test-fires long-range strategic cruise missiles.
- Nepal’s former rapper to run for PM in key vote after Gen Z protests.
- Strong Earthquake Strikes Northeastern Taiwan.
- PM Modi condemns attack on Putin's residence: 'Avoid actions that undermine peace'.
- Eurostar cancels all train services after power outage; chaos hits holiday travel plans.
- Myanmar holds its first election.
- North Korea says it tested long-range cruise missiles.
- China launches military exercise warning against Taiwan independence.
- Denmark blames Russia for ‘destructive’ cyberattacks ahead of elections.
- Canada plans to open consulates in Greenland and Alaska to strengthen its Arctic presence.
- Zia's son, Tarique Rahman, arrived back in Bangladesh ahead of the elections after a long exile.
- Myanmar holds its first election after the Junta takes over.
- Maldives and India discussed enhanced Maritime Security Cooperation and counter-narcotics efforts.
- The World Celebrated Christmas.
- Thai border clashes displace over half a million in Cambodia.
- Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh’s First Female Prime Minister, died.
- Khalida Zia's death: EAM Jaishankar to attend funeral in Dhaka; PM Modi pays tribute.
- 'Productive and constructive': US, Ukraine hail Miami talks but announce no breakthrough to end war with Russia.
- Greta Thunberg Arrested During Protest Backing Pro-Palestinian Hunger Strike In London.
- "Strain entirely of Yunus' making," Sheikh Hasina blames the interim government for strained relations with India.
- India Rejects Delhi Protest "Propaganda", Bangladesh's "Scale Back" Threat.
- 'You Killed Him To Cancel Polls': Osman Hadi's Brother Blames Yunus Admin Over Bangladesh Violence.
- Delhi, Kolkata, and other cities see protests after the lynching of a Hindu man in Bangladesh; calls for justice grow louder.
- Court finds Malaysia’s former PM Najib Razak guilty of abuse of power. Former Malaysian PM Najib Razak jailed for 15 more years in the major 1MDB case
- U.S. Launches Strike Against Islamic State Militants In Northwest Nigeria.
- President Donald Trump said he ordered military strikes against "ISIS terrorist scum" in Nigeria on Christmas Day.
- Ukraine's capital, Kyiv under massive Russian attack, and the mayor issues a 'stay in shelter' warning.
- Malaysian MPs Rally Behind Bangladeshi Hindus, Seek Visa Curbs After Lynching Episode.
Trump Administration
- U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff travelled to Moscow and is due to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin.
- Donald Trump holds Oval Office meeting on Venezuela amid questions on US strikes.
- President Donald Trump imposed a flurry of tariffs earlier this year.
- US pauses immigration from 19 countries - Green cards, citizenship on hold.
- Trump adds 30 nations to travel ban.
- US-Russia talks on Ukraine were 'constructive', but work remains: Putin adviser.
- Tennessee sends 'warning signs' of blue wave for Trump and the GOP
- Democratic party leaders are sounding increasingly optimistic about 2026, while Republicans are the ones expressing concerns of a midterm wipeout.
- The Trump administration orders enhanced vetting for applicants of the H-1B visa.
- Trump Says Putin Wants To End Ukraine War.
- SCOTUS to allow Texas to use Trump-backed Congressional map.
- US vaccine advisers vote to end years-long recommendation to vaccinate babies against hepatitis B virus.
- Trump's Push To Redefine US Birthright Citizenship Faces Supreme Court Review.
- The Supreme Court is deciding if President Trump can fire Democratic members of the Federal Trade Commission and of other independent agencies.
- Trump targets 'censorship', denies visas to fact-checkers, and content moderators.
- Rep. Adam Smith called the video of a strike on survivors "deeply disturbing.”
- 'Send Usha Back' Backlash Erupts After JD Vance Calls Mass Migration 'Theft Of The American Dream.
- 75,000 people with no criminal records were detained.
- US Postpones H-1B Interviews for Indians Due to Social Media Verification Issues.
- Indiana Lawmakers Reject Trump’s New Political Map.
- Nick Reiner is booked for the murder of Rob Reiner and his wife.
- Two killed in Brown University shooting.
- Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced the Trump administration is taking steps to further restrict gender-affirming care for minors.
- Trump installs new plaques in White House targeting previous presidents.
- Keneddy Center to be renamed after Donald Trump.
- Trump and Zelenskyy met at Mar-a-Lago.
- 'Trump-class': US President announces plan for new battleships named after himself.
- Trump offers $3,000 and a free flight to migrants who self-deport by year-end.
- DOJ posts fake Epstein death video, deletes it after backlash.
- Trump administration overhauls H-1B visa system, ends lottery process.
Israel-Palestine and the Middle East
- Piyush Goyal attends UAE National Day celebrations, says New Delhi- Abu Dhabi "working for shared prosperity of people".
- Iran holds talks with Saudi Arabia focused on regional stability and security
- Saudi Arabia issues national security warning as UAE forces asked to leave Yemen.
- Lebanon and Israel hold first direct talks in 40 years as war fears rise.
- Two U.S. soldiers, one interpreter, were killed in Syria, the Pentagon says in an attack. Three others were wounded, Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell said.
- Infant freezes to death in Gaza as Israel's aid blockade continues.
- PM Modi conferred with the Order of Oman.
- US launches major retaliation, hits over 70 Islamic State targets in Syria after Palmyra attack.
- Saudi Arabia warns UAE, links Abu Dhabi to Yemen separatists' advances.
- Arab coalition launches airstrike at Yemen’s Mukalla port.
- Israel recognised Somaliland, the first country to do so.
- US presses Pakistan to join Gaza force.
- China, Saudi Arabia agree to strengthen coordination on regional, global matters.
- Iran sends its First Domestic Freight Train to Central Asia.
- The US and UK agree on a zero-tariffs deal on pharmaceuticals.
- Bethlehem celebrated Christmas for the first time in 2 years.
- UAE says it will withdraw from Yemen after Saudi strike on separatist-held port
- Google takes India-first agri models to Asia Pacific.
- China’s DeepSeek challenges Google DeepMind with new AI model.
- Union Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia says the Sanchar Saathi app is optional and can be deleted.
- Apple refuses India’s order to preload state cyber safety app Sanchar Saathi, cites privacy risks.
- OTP required for booking Tatkal tickets.
- Ceasefire, Mock Drill, Stampede, and Ee Sala Cup Namde Among Top 10 Most Searched 'Meaning' by People in India.
- 'Impressive contribution to energy needs': Russia to build India's largest nuclear power plant in Kudankulam, says Putin.
- Cloudflare is down again, impacted by a global outage.
- Russia's Rosatom delivers first batch of nuclear fuel to Kudankulam plant.
- Railways to rescue with 116 extra coaches across 37 trains as IndiGo chaos continues.
- The National Hurricane Center tested Google DeepMind's capabilities.
- Chernobyl protective shield can no longer do its job, says nuclear watchdog IAEA.
- IAEA warns Chernobyl nuclear plant's protective shield damaged after drone strike.
- Indian mobile hospital treats over 2,200 cyclone-hit people as New Delhi ramps up relief efforts in Sri Lanka.
- Starlink pricing announced in India.
- A new government directive means your WhatsApp Web could soon log you out every 6 hours.
- Australia to ban social media for children under 16.
- Delhi Imposes GRAP 3 Again As Air Quality Plunges To 'Severe'.
- Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhikshan Bill: Modi Govt To Replace UGC, AICTE, NCTE With One Board.
- Noida makes online classes mandatory for Classes 1–5 as AQI crosses 400.
- Digital fraud: Bigg Boss star Blesslee arrested at TVM International Airport.
- Chinese team builds optical chip AI that is 100 times faster than Nvidia’s A100.
- China discovers Asia’s largest undersea gold deposit.
- IRCTC Changes Train Reservation Time For Aadhaar-Verified Users.
- CBSE 10th, 12th board exam 2026 rescheduled.
- Delhi minister Sirsa warns of strict action against polluting industries, construction ban violation as AQI nears 400.
- ISRO's LVM3 to launch next-gen BlueBird satellite on Dec 24.
- Snow, Rain Lift Min Temperature In Kashmir, Srinagar Records Warmest Night This Winter.
- Karnatakais all set to corner data centre projects worth Rs 1,350 crore.
- 'Security-driven action, not religious': Thailand's clarification on damage to Lord Vishnu idol in Cambodia.
- 700 kmph in just 2 seconds: China's fastest maglev train sets world record.
Economics, Business, Finance, and Development
- Meesho IPO released.
- Rupee slumps past the 90 per US dollar mark for the first time.
- Kia Sales Nov 2025 Registered 24% YoY Growth – Sonet Best-Seller.
- EU says no to Russian gas: The European Union aims to ban supply by 2027.
- India’s strong economic growth impresses amid doubts on ‘overstated’ data.
- Government drops mandatory pre-installation of Sanchar Saathi app.
- EU says no to Russian gas: The European Union aims to ban supply by 2027.
- Indian data center operator Sify Infinit Spaces bets on AI boom but is wary of a bubble.
- IndiGo Cancels Hundreds of Flights due to its pilot crisis. Unwanted record for IndiGo in 20 years as it cancels over 550 flights in a day.
- IndiGo apologises after two days of widespread disruptions across its network.
- UK-India FTA signed.
- British American Tobacco plans stake sale in ITC Hotels to raise up to Rs 6,600 crore.
- RBI cuts repo rate by 25 bps to 5.25% to keep the Indian economy in the Goldilocks zone.
- Trump Envoys Push Ukraine Plan as Russia Sanctions Are Eased.
- SEBI orders Rs 546 cr seizure against Avadhut Sathe Trading.
- A 25 bps rate cut; growth, inflation forecast revised in the RBI monetary policy.
- Netflix to buy Warner Bros. film and streaming assets in $72 billion deal.
- Lok Sabha clears 'Health Security and National Security Cess Bill', proposing cess on pan masala companies.
- Russian President Putin offers India 'uninterrupted' oil in summit talks with PM Modi.
- India, Russia firm up 5-year economic roadmap; PM Modi bats for peaceful resolution to Ukraine conflict.
- Meesho draws $28 billion in IPO.
- Right To Disconnect Bill Tabled In Lok Sabha As Young Workforce Seeks End To After-Hours Work Calls.
- Aviation Regulator's Notice To IndiGo CEO Over "Massive" Flight Disruptions.
- IndiGo Flight Chaos: DGCA Issues 24-Hour Show-Cause Notice To CEO Pieter Elbers Over Major Week-Long Disruptions.
- Katy Perry Confirms Romance with Justin Trudeau in Sweet Instagram Post 'Tokyo Times'.
- India withdraws pilot restrictions after the largest airline cancels flights and disrupts airports.
- IndiGo Processes ₹610 Crore In Refunds After Govt Deadline For Cancelled & Delayed Flights; Moving Back Toward Normalcy.
- CBI books Anil Ambani's son, Reliance Home Finance Ltd. in Rs 228 crore bank fraud case.
- Saudi Arabia loosens alcohol rules for rich foreign residents, internet reacts.
- Microsoft commits $17.5 billion investment in India.
- Meesho Shares Debut With 46% Premium Over IPO Price In Strong Market Opening.
- Adani meets Nadela in India.
- Silver rates hit record highs.
- New Labour Codes: No impact on take-home salary if PF stays on Rs 15,000 EPFO statutory limit.
- Powell acknowledged consumers face “really high” costs and said the Fed is “working hard” to make their lives more affordable.
- US sanctions Maduro's nephews, six Venezuelan oil shipping firms, a day after oil tanker seizure.
- Diabetes drug Ozempic now in India, lowest dose priced at ₹2,200: Report.
- Dense Fog Disrupts Flight Operations At Delhi Airport As AQI Nears 500; IndiGo, Air India Issue Advisories, Over 75 Flights Hit.
- Rupee breaches 91-mark against US dollar for the first time in intra-day trade.
- Trump files $10bn lawsuit against the BBC for defamation over its Panorama edit.
- Six private sector candidates apply for the Canara Bank MD and CEO role.
- Kochi-based SFO Technologies to manufacture critical wired structures for Rafale’s RBE2 radar.
- Trump orders a blockade of sanctioned oil tankers leaving or entering Venezuela.
- Parliament passes a bill to allow 100% FDI in the insurance sector.
- India and Oman signed a landmark free trade agreement to boost strategic ties.
- India Streamlines Visa Rules in Boost for Chinese Professionals.
- IndiGo share price in focus as it faces CCI probe after mass flight cancellations.
- Indian team wins global honour at NASA Space Apps Challenge 2025 with satellite internet concept.
- EU leaders to give Euros 90 billion to Ukraine.
- Nav Mumbai Airport inaugurated.
- India's industrial output growth hits 2-year high of 6.7% in November.
- Beyoncé Knowles-Carter is officially a billionaire, according to Forbes. She now joins only four other musicians, including her husband, Jay-Z.
- Anekal land sale: Infosys says Rs 250 Cr parcel was a private purchase, not government-allocated.
- Defence Ministry Inks Rs 4,600-Crore Deals For New Carbines And Torpedoes; Bharat Forge Among Sellers.
- India overtakes Japan to become the 4th largest economy with a GDP value of $4.18 trillion.
- Trump administration explores Pakistan’s partnership over locomotive sales, mineral exploration: Report.
- India identifies 300 products to boost exports to Russia.
- India and Argentina sign Work Plan 2025-27.
- Pakistan seeks oil deal with Russia as energy ministries hold talks.
- India, Chile conclude 4th round of CEPA negotiations.
- Trump threatens more tariffs on Indian rice.
- India and the European Union resume talks on the Free Trade Agreement.
- Thailand Pushes For India’s RCEP Entry and Urges Deeper Trade Ties.
- Herat and Iran Sign Key Agricultural and Trade Agreements.
- The new terminal for the Guwahati airport was inaugurated by Modi.
- Trump has previewed $2k checks based on Tariffs.
- Lionel Messi was 'unhappy' with being touched at the Kolkata event, arrested the main organiser was arrested, tells SIT.
- Indian Railways Announces Fare Hike, Effective December 26.
- Kochi-Kottayam NH corridor: NHAI directed to study feasibility.
- India, New Zealand conclude Free Trade Agreement talks.
- IndiGo To Give Rs 10,000 Vouchers To Stranded Flyers As Compensation From Dec 26.
- In a First, a Food-Grain Freight Train Arrives In Kashmir.
- President Murmu grants assent to the SHANTI bill that opens up the nuclear sector for private participation.
- A Bengaluru man gave ₹68,600 in tips to delivery boys on Instamart in 2025.
- Biryani was India's most-ordered dish on Swiggy in 2025.
- Mumbai Port City signs MOU.
- Kyrgyzstan and Japan sign the double taxation avoidance agreement.
- Heatwaves, wildfires, droughts, and storms cost the world more than $ 120 billion in 2025: Report.
- Online education platform Coursera said it would buy rival Udemy in an all-stock deal.
Sports
- IND vs SA first ODI: Dale Steyn lavishes praise on Kohli for retaining hunger on the field despite age.
- India will rely on the Kohli-Rohit pair to seal the ODI series against doughty South Africa.
- India T20I Squad vs South Africa Announced: Shubman Gill Returns, Jasprit Bumrah included, No Rinku Singh.
- Ruturaj Gaikwad Breaks Matthew Hayden's World Record; Becomes First Player In History To have the highest List A centuries.
- After the Commonwealth Games, Ahmedabad will host the Olympics in 2036.
- Virat Kohli is One Match Away From Equalling Sourav Ganguly's Tally In a Huge List Topped By Sachin Tendulkar.
- 3-Year-Old Sarwagya Singh Kushwaha Becomes Youngest Chess Player with FIDE Rating.
- Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli are at the No. 1 and 2 spots in the latest ICC rankings amid questions over their future.
- Messi in Kolkata: Chaos erupts in Salt Lake Stadium as fans allege 'poor management'. Messi's event turns messy, crowd vandalises the stadium in Kolkata.
- Political parties slam 'mismanagement' as Lionel Messi's Kolkata visit ends in chaos; CPI(M) calls it 'black day'.
- John Cena ends his career with the last match. 17-time world champ ends WWE chapter with defeat vs Gunther at Saturday Night's Main Event.
- Sachin Tendulkar gifts Lionel Messi his India jersey, Argentina legend returns with the World Cup Ball as a Present.
- Indian cricketer defies BCCI's no-interaction order, ties Pakistan batter's shoelaces during U19 Asia Cup.
- RCB Squad for IPL 2026: Venkatesh Iyer Sold to Royal Challengers Bengaluru for INR 7 Crore at the Indian Premier League Auction.
- BCCI's last-minute change before IPL auction 2026 leaves franchises crying 'unprecedented'; 19 new players added.
- Uncertainty over Bengaluru hosting IPL 2026 opener after stampede, league from March 26 to May 31.
- FIFA cuts World Cup ticket prices to $60 for loyal fans.
- MP Pappu Yadav Beams With Pride as Son Gets Picked by KKR in IPL Auction.
- IND vs SA: Fog forces abandonment of India vs South Africa 4th T20I in Lucknow.
- India U19 Outclass Sri Lanka U19 To Book Final Spot Against Pakistan U19 In Asia Cup 2025.
- Virat Kohli named in Delhi Squad for Vijay Hazare Trophy, Rishabh Pant appointed Captain.
- Mohun Bagan FC was sanctioned by the AFC for refusing to play in Iran.
- Ashes Retained! Australia Seal Title in Style After Day 5 Drama in Adelaide.
- 20-year-old spinner making her debut for India in the 1st T20I vs Sri Lanka.
- Veteran footballer P Paulose, a member of Kerala's first Santosh Trophy-winning team, passes away.
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