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A Russian general, Lt. Gen. Fanil Sarvarov, was killed when a bomb exploded under his car in Moscow. Investigators suspect Ukraine’s involvement. This marks the third senior Russian officer killed in a year, following similar attacks on generals Igor Kirillov and Yaroslav Moskalik. Sarvarov had previously served in Chechnya and Syria.
Goa court extended police custody of Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, owners of Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub, after the December 6 fire that killed 25 people. The brothers fled to Thailand and were deported. Investigations point to fireworks as the cause, while narrow exits and a small bridge delayed evacuations, worsening the tragedy.
Delhi will get India’s first homegrown taxi service, Bharat Taxi, from Jan 1. Operated by Sahakar Taxi Cooperative, it offers cars, autos, and bikes as a zero-commission alternative to Ola, Uber, and Rapido. The app, available on Android and iOS, features real-time tracking, fare transparency, safety measures, and better earnings for drivers.
The ‘Save Aravalli’ movement highlights growing concern over unchecked mining in India’s oldest mountain range, stretching across Gujarat, Rajasthan, Haryana, and Delhi. Environmentalists warn that continued degradation threatens ecological balance and climate stability. The decline of the Aravallis could allow cold desert winds to penetrate deeper into India.
A Minnesota jury has ordered Johnson & Johnson to pay 65.5 million dollars to 37-year-old Anna Jean Houghton Carley, who suffered from mesothelioma after using the company’s talcum powder. The jury found that the company failed to properly warn consumers about asbestos risks and said its research was flawed.
The Telangana govt has taken an important decision to provide free bus travel for women. For this purpose, smart cards will be issued to all women in the state. These smart cards will be prepared through an agreement with the Centre for Good Governance. Women who have this card can travel comfortably on buses without […]
India’s decision to invite both EU presidents as Republic Day 2026 chief guests marks a strategic shift in foreign policy. By engaging Europe as a unified power, Delhi signals autonomy from US influence while balancing China’s rise. The move gains added weight with the India-EU Summit following the parade, where progress on a free trade […]
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said India is already a Hindu nation and does not need constitutional approval. Speaking in Kolkata, he said India remains Hindu as long as people honor its culture and ancestors. He added RSS has no political agenda, Hindutva does not include caste by birth, and encouraged using mother tongues in daily […]
A bus accident on Java Island in Indonesia resulted in the deaths of at least 15 people after midnight. The bus, which was carrying 34 passengers, lost control while traveling on a toll road, collided with a concrete barrier, and overturned onto its side. Budiono, the head of the search and rescue agency, confirmed the […]
US, European, and Ukrainian officials met in Florida for three days to discuss ending the war in Ukraine. US envoy Steve Witkoff said talks aimed to align positions and were productive. He also met Russian envoys. President Trump is pushing for a quick deal, but Russia wants seized land, and Ukraine refuses to cede territory.
A 31-year-old Dalit migrant worker, Ram Narayan Baghel, was lynched in Kerala’s Walayar on suspicion of theft. Brutally attacked with sticks, he died in the hospital. Police arrested five men, some with past violent cases. The family demands Rs 25 lakh compensation. Human rights activists urge the government to ensure justice.
Due to worsening air quality, Gurugram issues a work-from-home advisory for private offices from Dec 22 until further notice. Public offices will run at 50% capacity with staggered timings, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The move, under Stage-IV GRAP, aims to reduce pollution, traffic, and congestion, following directions from the Commission for Air Quality Management.
George Clooney’s elder sister, Adelia “Ada” Zeidler, died at 65 after battling cancer. She passed away on December 19 in Kentucky. Clooney called her his hero, praising her courage and humour. Ada lived a quiet life as a teacher, stayed away from fame, and is survived by two children. A funeral will be held on […]
PM Modi continues his Assam visit today, marking the second day with key development initiatives. He will lay the foundation stone for the Ammonia-Urea project and attend multiple programs. On day one, he inaugurated the ₹5,000-cr Gopinath International Airport terminal and unveiled an 80-foot statue of Assam’s first Chief Minister, Gopinath Bordoloi.
A Sunday weekend holiday brought a huge influx of tourists to Lambasinghi in Chintapalli mandal of Visakhapatnam district. Meghala Hill at Cheruvulavenam witnessed heavy crowds as visitors enjoyed the winter chill. Tourism Manager Appalanaidu advised caution due to intense cold and snowfall, adding that sunrise views are especially scenic after 5 am.