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Banks in several parts of India, including SBI, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, Punjab National Bank and Central Bank, will remain closed today, December 26, due to Christmas celebrations. The holiday follows the RBI bank holiday calendar, as many regions observe post-Christmas festivities, leading to bank closures across select states today.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant expressed hope that experts will solve Delhi’s air pollution problem. The city’s AQI briefly improved to 220, but Anand Vihar remained very poor. Health experts warn of long-term pollution risks, including respiratory and heart diseases, with hospitals seeing a 20–30% rise in patients over December.
The IMD issued red and orange alerts for very dense fog across several UP districts, including Ayodhya, Prayagraj and Raebareli. Red-alert areas may see visibility below 50 metres, while orange-alert districts could experience 50-200 metre visibility. The warning, issued on X, covers over 40 districts, advising caution due to severely reduced visibility conditions.
PM Modi will participate in “Veer Baal Diwas” at Bharat Mandapam today, honouring Sahibzades Baba Zorawar Singh Ji and Baba Fateh Singh Ji. The event features his address, participation of Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar winners, and nationwide activities like storytelling, poetry, poster-making, and essay competitions celebrating their courage and sacrifice.
A road accident in Nallagatla, Nandyal, killed four people instantly and left two critically injured. A speeding car lost control, crossing the divider and colliding head-on with a CGR Travels bus. The deceased, all from Hyderabad, were trapped in the car. Police launched rescue operations, and the injured were hospitalized. Investigation continues.
A bus crash in Zontecomatlan, eastern Mexico, on Christmas Eve killed 10 people, including nine adults and one child, and injured 32 others, authorities said. The bus was traveling from Mexico City to Chicontepec. Fatal road accidents, often due to speeding or mechanical failure, are common in Mexico, with a similar November crash in Michoacan.
Indian doctoral student Shivank Avasthi, 20, was shot dead near University of Toronto Scarborough, prompting a brief campus lockdown. The Indian Consulate expressed anguish and is assisting his family. Students criticized poor lighting, weak security, and limited suspect information. Avasthi, a life sciences student and cheerleader, was fondly remembered by peers.
4 VHP and Bajrang Dal members were arrested in Assam’s Nalbari for vandalising Christmas decorations. They unlawfully entered St Mary’s School, damaging and burning items, and targeted shops and malls selling festive goods, raising ‘Jai Shree Ram’ slogans. Police registered a case, identified the accused leaders, and are investigating further involvement.
A magnitude 4.4 earthquake struck Kachchh district in Gujarat early today, December 26, at 4:30 am IST. The epicentre was at 23.65°N latitude and 70.23°E longitude, with a depth of 10 km. No casualties or damage have been reported so far. The National Center for Seismology confirmed the tremor on X, providing precise location and […]
Trump said US forces carried out deadly strikes against ISIS in northwestern Nigeria on Christmas Day, warning of more if Christians are targeted. US Africa Command confirmed multiple terrorists were killed. Analysts cautioned his remarks risk inflaming religious tensions, while Nigeria’s government rejects framing the violence as religious persecution.
Jimmy Kimmel criticised Trump in Channel 4’s Alternative Christmas Message, warning UK viewers about rising fascism and saying “tyranny is booming” in America. Reflecting on Trump’s second term, Kimmel accused him of acting like a king, defended free speech, and apologised to Britain, saying the US was “tearing down” democratic institutions.
Mirwaiz Umar Farooq removed the ‘Chairman, All Parties Hurriyat Conference’ designation from his verified X profile, leaving only his name and location. The chief cleric, who has over two lakh followers, did not comment. The APHC, formed in 1993, has weakened over the years due to infighting and Centre-led crackdowns after Article 370’s abrogation in […]
A balloon seller was killed and four others critically injured after a balloon gas cylinder exploded near the Karnataka Exhibition Authority entrance in Mysuru. Police Commissioner Seema Latkar said the victim, around 40, died on the spot. Many visitors were present due to the Christmas vacation exhibition rush, according to city police officials.
Around 40 unidentified persons were charged for vandalising Magneto Mall in Raipur during the Chhattisgarh Bandh. Protesters allegedly entered the mall, damaged Christmas and New Year decorations, and misbehaved with staff. Police registered an FIR, are identifying suspects through CCTV footage, and said arrests will follow, urging the public to maintain peace.
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