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US President Donald Trump confirmed speaking with Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro amid rising tensions. Caracas accused the US of preparing an attack as Washington increased military presence in the Caribbean and labelled Maduro’s alleged drug cartel a terrorist group. Trump described the phone call as neutral, saying, “I wouldn’t say it went well or badly.”
Ram Pothineni’s latest release, “Andhra King Taluka,” directed by Mahesh Babu P and featuring Upendra in a key role, released worldwide on November 27, 2025. The romantic drama grossed an estimated ₹20 crore over its first extended weekend. Monday’s collections are crucial but despite a weekday dip, a steady hold could strengthen the film’s total […]
Puducherry has declared a school holiday today, December 1, due to heavy rain expected from cyclone Ditwah, Home Minister A Namassivayam announced. The storm is moving toward the North Tamil Nadu–South Andhra coast, with IMD forecasting intense rainfall. Tamil Nadu has issued no closure update yet, and students are advised to check with their schools.
A new commission probing the 2009 BDR mutiny, which killed 74 people, has alleged that former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina ordered the massacre, with ex-MP Fazle Noor Taposh coordinating it. The panel also hinted at foreign involvement and accused India of trying to weaken Bangladesh’s army. Hasina, ousted last year, now lives in India.
US Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said Afghan immigrant Rahmanullah Lakanwal, accused of killing a National Guard member near the White House, was radicalised after arriving in the US. Investigators are probing his connections in Washington state. Lakanwal, evacuated in 2021 and later granted asylum, is believed to have embraced extremism post-arrival.
Hundreds of internally displaced people in Manipur turned a sit-in protest in Imphal into a massive rally demanding safe passage back to their villages. They accused insurgent groups of blocking their return and criticised the government for prioritising the Sangai Festival. Over two years after ethnic violence, thousands remain stranded in relief camps.
80 people have died in police custody or encounters in Assam since 2021, minister Rupesh Goala told the Assembly, with 78 cases probed. Deaths declined yearly, and 223 suspects were injured in encounters. Probes followed NHRC norms, including a high-level inquiry in Cachar. Assam’s prisons hold 11,241 inmates against a capacity of 11,372.
The winter session of Parliament begins today, December 1, and will run until December 19, covering 19 days. Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju announced the schedule. The central government is likely to introduce several important bills, making this session a significant phase for legislative business and policy decisions in the weeks ahead.
India defeated South Africa by 17 runs in a thrilling match at Ranchi. Chasing 350, South Africa were bowled out for 332, with Bridge (72), Jansen (70), and Bash (67) scoring fifties. India’s Kuldeep took 4 wickets and Harshit 3. This win gives India a 1-0 lead in the three-match ODI series.
At least 10 people died and around 40 were injured after two Tamil Nadu government buses collided head-on near Thirupathur on Sunday. The buses were travelling towards Karaikudi and Madurai. Several passengers were trapped before being rescued by locals and emergency teams. Many injured were taken to Sivagangai Hospital, with some in critical condition.
UNICEF warns Gaza’s children face severe malnutrition as winter worsens conditions. In October, 9,300 under-five children suffered acute malnutrition. Food shortages, cold, flooding, and poor sanitation heighten risks, especially for vulnerable kids. UNICEF urges rapid humanitarian aid access, including food, and winter supplies, to prevent further deaths.
In the first ODI against South Africa, Team India posted a massive 349/8 in 50 overs. Virat Kohli scored a superb 135, while Rohit Sharma (57) and Rahul Tripathi (60) contributed half-centuries. Other batsmen added modest scores. South African bowlers Bartman, Burger, Jansen, and Bosch took two wickets each.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav criticized BJP for “superficial and electoral” faith, citing neglect of Mathura’s Sankarshan Kund. He also alleged attempts to commercialize Lucknow’s Janeshwar Mishra Park, warning that such actions threaten green spaces and public health. Yadav urged citizens to protect preserve the dignity of sacred areas.
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In the first ODI against South Africa, Virat Kohli scored a century off 102 balls (7 fours, 5 sixes), surpassing Sachin Tendulkar’s record. Kohli now holds the most centuries in a single format with 52 ODI hundreds, overtaking Sachin’s 51, and has amassed 83 international centuries overall, solidifying his legendary status.