December is one of the best months to explore India, offering perfect weather across hills, beaches, and cultural hotspots. Manali, Darjeeling, Ooty, Goa, Gokarna, Varkala, Varanasi, Pushkar, Kutch, Corbett, Kaziranga, Ranthambore, Rishikesh, McLeod Ganj and Hampi provide cool climates, vibrant festivals, wildlife experiences and budget-friendly travel options.
iQOO 15, Realme GT 8 Pro and Oppo Find X9 compete in India’s flagship market. All offer premium displays, strong processors, Android 16, versatile cameras, 5G connectivity and large batteries. Prices vary, with iQOO and Realme closely matched, while Oppo is costlier. Each device targets performance-focused flagship buyers.
Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan sparked death rumours, as his family was reportedly barred from visiting him in Adiala Jail. Authorities insist he is healthy. Supporters protested outside the Rawalpindi prison, while security was heightened. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa CM Sohail Afridi also confirmed being stopped from meeting Khan amid the swirling claims.
India vice-captain Rishabh Pant apologized to fans following a 0-2 Test series loss to South Africa, where he captained in Shubman Gill’s absence. Scoring just 49 runs in four innings, Pant admitted the team underperformed. He vowed to regroup, refocus, and return stronger for the upcoming ODI series starting November 30 in Ranchi.
Cyclone Ditwah is developing in the Bay of Bengal, with landfall expected by November 30 along Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh coasts. IMD warns of heavy rains and strong winds. Residents and fishermen are advised to stay alert. Meanwhile, Cyclone Senyar weakens into a deep depression, causing heavy rains over Andaman, Nicobar, Kerala, and Lakshadweep.
Actress Keerthy Suresh highlights bias against female-led films, noting audiences often prefer hero-centric releases. While generally true, exceptions like Arundhati, Lokah, and Stree 2 proved content-driven success can surpass male-led films. Ultimately, storytelling matters more than star gender. Keerthy’s new film, Revolver Rita, releases tomorrow.
In the WPL 2026 mega auction, Delhi Capitals won the bid for South African cricketer Lala Wolvaardt for ₹1.10 crore, beating Bengaluru. Australian star Meg Lanning was bought by UP Warriors for ₹1.90 crore, while England’s Sophie Ecclestone was acquired by UP Warriors for ₹85 lakh, strengthening their squads for the season.
TTD has permanently banned anchor Siva Jyothi from visiting Tirumala after her controversial video went viral, where she and her partner mocked Prasadam, calling themselves “the richest beggars.” Despite her apology, the remarks offended devotees. The lifetime ban, linked to her Aadhaar, was imposed to protect religious sentiments.
Flipkart’s Black Friday Sale cuts Apple AirPods Pro 2 price to Rs 15,990, with bank offers lowering it to Rs 14,790. The earbuds feature improved H2 chip, better noise cancellation, spatial audio, and longer battery life. Other Apple products, including iPhones, MacBooks, and iPads, also have discounts, making it ideal for holiday upgrades.
Tamil actor Samyuktha Shanmuganathan and ex-cricketer Anirudha Srikkanth married in an intimate Chennai ceremony following Hindu traditions. Attended only by family and close friends, Samyuktha wore a gold saree and Anirudha a gold shirt with dhoti. Fans and colleagues congratulated the couple, celebrating their new beginning after previous relationships ended.
The power tussle between Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah and deputy DK Shivakumar is moving to Delhi, with Congress high command, including Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, set to intervene. Both camps lobby for leadership claims amid hints of a “2.5-year formula” deal. Decisions on CM succession and party unity are expected before December 1.
Andrea Jeremiah clarified that Pisasu 2 contains erotic sequences but no nude scenes. She revealed an initial nude scene was written but later removed by director Mysskin, whom she trusts completely. Andrea said she would have done it if required. The film’s release remains pending due to legal issues, while she was recently seen in […]
The Supreme Court questioned whether non-citizens holding Aadhaar should gain voting rights, stressing that Aadhaar doesn’t prove citizenship. Hearing challenges to the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision, the bench said document verification is the EC’s duty, not a formality. Kapil Sibal argued SIR burdens illiterate voters.
From Dec 1, new rules will affect pensions, taxes, and household budgets. Central Government employees must complete Unified Pension Scheme enrollment by Nov 30. Pensioners need to submit annual life certificates to avoid payment delays. Tax filings for October TDS close Nov 30. LPG and ATF prices will also be revised, impacting households and airlines.
Sensex and Nifty closed slightly higher after touching record highs intraday. Sensex rose 111 points to 85,720, while Nifty ended at 26,216. ICICI Bank, HUL, HCLTech and Bajaj twins led gains, while Maruti, SBI and UltraTech declined. Nifty IT and Private Bank advanced, but PSU Bank, Realty and Oil & Gas indices fell.