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The Delhi government will launch 100 Atal Canteens today, offering meals at just ₹5 to mark Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s birth anniversary. Aimed at daily wage workers and low-income families, the scheme ensures affordable, nutritious food with dignity. Meals will be monitored digitally for quality and hygiene, with plans to expand and generate local employment.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor condemned the killing of Dipu Chandra Das in Bangladesh, stressing that protests in India do not lead to lynching. He urged the interim Bangladeshi government to control unrest ahead of the February 12 elections. Tharoor emphasized that any attempted violence should be clamped down on, ensuring voter safety and lawfulness.
Pakistan Railways suspended all train services in Balochistan after intelligence warned of a possible militant attack on railway infrastructure, especially today, December 25. Passenger and cargo trains, including Jaffer Express and Bolan Mail, are halted. Security forces are on high alert, and services will resume only after thorough threat assessments.
The White House officials said President Trump has privately urged Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro to leave power, warning economic collapse could strike by late January. On Venezuelan oil, prioritize economic pressure through sanctions rather than immediate military action against Caracas. The administration accuses Venezuela of drug trafficking.
Australian PM Anthony Albanese announced a national bravery award to honor civilians and first responders who confronted an anti-Semitic terror attack killing 15 during Hanukkah. Heroes like Syrian-Australian Ahmed al Ahmed, who disarmed an attacker despite being injured, will be recognized. The award honors those facing extreme danger to save others.
Imani Smith, Broadway’s Young Nala in “The Lion King,” was fatally stabbed on December 21 in Edison, NJ. Her boyfriend, Jordan D. Jackson-Small, was arrested and charged with first-degree murder and other offenses. Smith, survived by her three-year-old son and family, was remembered as a talented, vivacious performer. A GoFundMe supports her parents.
A terror attack killed 15 people more than a week ago, leaving the community grappling with the nation’s deadliest mass shooting in decades. Bondi, a traditional Christmas destination, saw subdued gatherings under heightened security. Police patrolled the beachfront as hundreds gathered on the sands, many wearing Santa hats.
Delhi experienced a brief respite from high pollution levels this morning, with the AQI recorded at 220, placing it in the ‘poor’ category. According to CPCB’s Sameer app, 29 monitoring stations reported ‘poor’ air quality, Anand Vihar recorded 308 (‘very poor’), and the remaining stations were ‘moderate’. AQI ranges from 0-50 ‘good...
PM Modi attended a Christmas morning service at the Cathedral Church of the Redemption with a large congregation of Christians from Delhi and North India. The service featured prayers, carols, and hymns, reflecting the spirit of Christmas and unity among the faithful gathered for worship. Bishop Paul Swarup offered a special prayer there.
Air India Express launched services from Navi Mumbai International Airport on Christmas Day, with direct flights to Bengaluru and Delhi. The first flight to Bengaluru marked the airline’s NMIA debut, followed by Delhi. NMIA, India’s newest Greenfield airport, will operate 12 hours daily, handling 23 scheduled departures, boosting Mumbai’s dual-airport capacity.
PM Modi condoled the tragic loss of lives in a road accident in Karnataka’s Chitradurga, where a speeding truck collided with a bus carrying 32 passengers, causing it to burst into flames and killing at least 9, most of them burnt alive, according to police. He announced an ex gratia of ₹2 lakh for each […]
The Congress will convene a key meeting at 11 AM today, December 25, in Mumbai’s Dadar to deliberate on potential alliances and finalise the candidates’ list. Senior leaders, including Harshvardhan Sapkal, Nana Patole, Balasaheb Thorat, and other top party figures, are expected to attend as the party strategises its plans ahead of the upcoming elections.
Strife-hit Bangladesh will today witness the return of BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman from London after 17 years. Son of former PM Khaleda Zia, he left in 2007 following arrest and medical treatment. Amid tight security and mass BNP mobilisation, Rahman will land at Dhaka airport at 11:55 AM with family, attends a reception, then […]
Navi Mumbai International Airport marked a festive debut as it began operations with its 1st commercial flight. IndiGo’s Bengaluru service landed at 8 AM to a water cannon salute, followed by the first departure to Hyderabad. Adani Group said NMIA will serve up to 90 million passengers, offering curated passenger-centric experiences for future Indian aviation.