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A Pakistani court has extended interim bail for former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, in connection with the May 9 cases and five additional matters. The 73-year-old ex-premier is required to appear at the next hearing, either in person or via video link. The court’s order ensures their continued temporary relief.
ICICI Bank will change credit card rules from January 2026, increasing some charges and limiting rewards. Online gaming transactions will incur a 2% fee, while loading Rs 5,000+ into third-party wallets will cost 1%. BookMyShow BOGO offers will require prior spending, and some rewards, especially for Instant Platinum cards, will end in February 2026.
A bomb exploded on Yeletskaya Street in Russia, killing three people, including two police officers. The blast occurred after officers approached a suspicious individual near a police car. The attack happened near the location where a high-ranking general was killed just days earlier, raising concerns about escalating violence in the area.
Europe’s first Harry Potter-themed hotel is coming to LEGOLAND Deutschland Resort in Gunzburg, Germany. Rooms reflect Hogwarts houses with magical beds and décor. Guests can enjoy an immersive Wizarding World experience. Nearby themed stays include the Ground Keeper’s Cottage, 101 House, Georgian House Hotel in London, and JK Suite in Edinburgh.
In Kerala, Linu suffered severe injuries in a road accident. Doctors Thomas Peter, Didiya Thomas, and Manu performed an emergency roadside surgery under flashlight using only a blade and straw to keep him breathing. Though Linu later died, netizens praised the doctors’ extraordinary efforts to save his life.
The Delhi High Court urged the government to tackle the city’s severe air pollution, calling it a public health emergency. The court asked authorities to ensure citizens have clean air or reduce GST on air purifiers from 18% to 5%. Hazardous AQI levels above 300 and smog linked to 15% of deaths highlight the crisis.
In the Sri Sathya Sai district of Andhra Pradesh, an RTC bus stalled on a railway track after developing an engine problem, triggering brief panic. Alert local residents quickly gathered and pushed the stranded bus off the tracks. As no train was approaching then, the timely action helped avert a major accident.
The 2017 Unnao rape case survivor called the Delhi High Court’s decision to suspend the jail term of expelled BJP leader Kuldeep Singh Sengar a “kaal,” or death, for her family. She said the order has reopened their trauma and shattered hopes of justice after years of struggle. She will approach the Supreme Court against […]
Christmas on December 25 is a time for sharing gifts. Many offices celebrate with Secret Santa. If you want a useful tech gift under ₹1,000, consider JioTag Go tracker, Realme Buds T01 earbuds, Ambrane rotating mobile stand, or Portronics Comfipad Glow mouse pad. These budget options are practical and easy to gift for everyone.
Delhi Traffic Police issued an advisory for Christmas on Dec 24-25, announcing diversions and restrictions in south Delhi, especially Saket and Pushp Vihar. Roads near Select City Mall, DLF Avenue, and MGF Metropolitan Court will face closures from 2 PM. Heavy vehicles and DTC/cluster buses are restricted, with alternative routes suggested for smooth traffic flow.
As Christmas approaches, schools across India are preparing celebrations. In Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan, the education department has warned private schools not to force students to dress as Santa Claus. Additional District Education Officer Ashok Wadhwa said that if any complaint is received, strict action will be taken against the school.
The Central govt has set December 31 as the final date to link PAN with Aadhaar. Failure to do so will result in PAN cancellation from January 1, 2026. Unlinked PANs will prevent filing of income tax returns, halt tax refunds, and attract higher TDS on bank transactions and investments, including mutual funds, making timely […]
Devotees are informed that darshans at Medaram are suspended today due to the reinstallation of the new thrones of Pagiddaraja and Govindaraja. Officials confirmed that Sammakka-Saralamma darshan will not be available. The EO requested devotees to postpone their visit to tomorrow. While the goddess cannot be seen today, devotees can observe the ceremonies.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised ISRO’s LVM3-M6 launch as a proud milestone for India’s space journey. The Baahubali rocket placed the USA’s 6,100-kg BlueBird Block-2, the heaviest satellite launched from Indian soil, into orbit. He said it strengthens heavy-lift capability, boosts India’s global commercial launch role and reflects Aatmanirbhar Bharat.
Delhi-NCR saw marginal relief today as air quality improved to ‘very poor,’ with AQI at 349, CPCB data showed. Smog eased slightly, though several stations neared severe levels. Noida recorded 355, Greater Noida 344, Gurugram 316 and Ghaziabad 309. IMD forecast fog and cooler days ahead, with temperatures expected to dip further soon.