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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.
Ex-Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina accused the Yunus-led interim govt of attacking religious minorities and restricting faith since her ouster. She condemned rising violence and urged peace. Separately, slain leader Hadi’s brother claimed officials plotted his killing to disrupt elections, prompting a senior aide’s resignation and nationwide protests.
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 […]
The Boxing Day battle started today as the fourth Test of the prestigious Ashes series begins at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Steven Smith will lead the Australian squad, and Ben Stokes will lead the England squad. England, having already lost the series after three consecutive defeats, will aim to win the final two tests to […]
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.
Indian Railways has increased passenger fares from today. Second-class ordinary travel up to 215 kilometres remains unchanged. Longer ordinary journeys see small fixed hikes. Sleeper and first-class ordinary rise by one paise per km. Mail, express, AC, and premium trains increase by two paise per km. Tickets booked earlier stay valid overall.
The Indian Army has updated its social media policy, allowing personnel to view Instagram and X for monitoring purposes only, while posting, commenting, or sharing remains prohibited. Platforms like WhatsApp and Telegram can be used for unclassified communication, while LinkedIn is limited to resumes. Strict restrictions also apply to unsafe websites and cloud storage use.
Days after the deadly Bondi Beach attack on a Jewish event, a car with a “Happy Chanukah” sign was set on fire in Melbourne. Authorities haven’t confirmed motives, but Jewish leaders condemn rising antisemitism. PM Albanese announced a national bravery award to honor civilians and responders showing courage during such attacks.
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 6, launched in 2024, now has a Rs 61,066 discount on Flipkart, bringing the price down to Rs 1,03,933. Additional savings include 5% bank offers and up to Rs 68,050 via exchange. The foldable features a 7.6-inch main display, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 12GB RAM, 512GB storage, triple cameras, and 4400mAh […]
Prabhas’ next film, ‘The Raja Saab,’ a horror-comedy directed by Maruthi, will release on January 9, 2025, as a Sankranthi special. A new song, ‘Raje Yuvaraje,’ was teased on Christmas, ahead of its multi-language release. The film stars Nidhhi Agerwal, Malavika Mohanan, and Riddhi Kumar, with Sanjay Dutt and Boman Irani in key roles.
City Football Group has decided to divest its 65% stake in Mumbai City FC, returning ownership to the club’s Indian promoters. The exit comes amid prolonged uncertainty in Indian football, with the ISL suspended for months due to unresolved governance issues. CFG’s departure has raised concerns that other ISL investors may also reconsider involvement.
During Chhattisgarh Bandh on Christmas Eve, a Hindutva mob vandalised Raipur’s Magneto Mall, tearing down festive decorations and alleging religious conversions. Police registered an FIR for vandalism and unlawful assembly, using CCTV to identify suspects. The bandh followed a burial dispute in Kanker, while authorities said the city remained largely peaceful.