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India’s oil imports from Russia experienced a significant decline in 2025, decreasing by 38% in value and 31% in volume compared to the previous year. According to data from the Commerce Ministry, crude imports fell to $3.55 billion from a record $5.8 billion in 2024. This decline represents the sharpest single-month drop in oil sourced […]
President Murmu paid tributes to former President Ramasamy Venkataraman on his birth anniversary at Lok Bhavan in Thiruvananthapuram today. Venkataraman served as the eighth president from July 25, 1987, to July 25, 1992. Born on Dec 4, 1910, in Tamil Nadu, he made key contributions to Indian politics, and he passed away on January 27, […]
CBSE has started applications for 124 posts, including Junior Assistant, Assistant Secretary, and Accounts Officer. candidates can apply online at cbse.gov.in until December 22, 2025. Selection may include exams, interviews, or skill tests. Fees vary by category, with exemptions for SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen. Check the official notification for details.
At Tirumala temple in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, devotees are waiting in 10 compartments for darshan today. Sarvadarshan without tokens currently takes around 7 hours. On Wednesday, 63,887 devotees had darshan of Lord Venkateswara, and 22,561 offered tonsuring. The TTD reported a Hundi collection of ₹3.79 crore on the same day, December 3.
The KPCC expelled Palakkad MLA Rahul Mamkootathil to contain the sexual predation controversy troubling the UDF since August. The move followed a district court’s rejection of his anticipatory bail plea in a rape and forced pregnancy-termination case. The complaint was filed last week by a woman known to the legislator.
International trade is facing major disruption as global shipping prices have surged by 467 percent in a single year. Freight rates for vessels transporting crude, iron ore, and LNG have more than quadrupled, according to an English media report. Economists warn that such steep transportation costs could sharply increase the prices of imported goods.
Huge crowds gathered to see star cricketer Hardik Pandya, forcing organisers to shift the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy match between Baroda and Gujarat from the small Gymkhana ground to the safer Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. Fans crowded the hotel and practice areas. Baroda won by eight wickets, with Hardik scoring 10 and taking one wicket.
Bhagyashri Borse is gaining attention in Tollywood for her diverse roles and confident performances alongside top stars. Films like ‘Kaantha,’ ‘Kingdom,’ and ‘Andhra King Taluka’ showcase her blend of glamour, presence, and skill. With growing audience praise, she appears on track to become the industry’s next dependable leading lady.
The Telangana Rising Global Summit public exhibition at Bharat Future City in Hyderabad will be open to everyone for free from December 10 to 13. The event will showcase future projects, cultural programs, and interactive stalls. Over 1,000 global delegates will attend the main summit, and free bus services will help people reach the venue.
President Putin said Russia would seize all of Donbas by force unless Ukrainian troops withdraw, a demand Kyiv rejects. He insisted Moscow seeks full control of the region in ongoing talks with US envoys, calling recent discussions “very useful.” Russia currently occupies large portions of Ukraine and labels annexed territories non-negotiable.
Rahul Gandhi said the Centre is blocking foreign dignitaries from meeting the Leader of Opposition, breaking long-standing practice. He called it a sign of insecurity. Priyanka Gandhi also criticised the move, saying it weakens democratic protocol. With Putin visiting India, it remains unclear whether any Opposition leaders will be allowed to meet him.
Akkineni Naga Chaitanya and Shobhita Dhulipala are celebrating their first wedding anniversary today. Marking the special day, Shobhita shared a heartfelt video reminiscing their wedding, saying it has been a year since she took seven steps with the love of her life. She added that life felt complete only after Naga Chaitanya entered it.
Odisha terminated the Tier-1 empanelment of Silicon Tech Lab for violating key service clauses after its alleged role in the SI recruitment scam surfaced. The firm had subcontracted exam duties that led to widespread cheating arrests, including brokers and mastermind Suresh Nayak. Aspirants had reportedly paid up to ₹35 lakh to the racket.
During Russian President Putin’s tour to India, he is scheduled to have dinner with PM Modi. Attention has turned to Putin’s favorite dishes, which include traditional cuisine such as cotton cheese, tvorog with honey, eggs, fresh fruit juice, sturgeon fish, and lamb. He generally avoids sugary foods, preferring wholesome, classic meals.
Brussels is preparing an antitrust investigation into Meta’s integration of its Meta AI assistant into WhatsApp, echoing Italy’s scrutiny. Officials say the probe will examine whether Meta leveraged dominance or restricted rival AI tools. Expected to be announced soon, it will proceed under traditional EU antitrust rules, not the Digital Markets.