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Elon Musk slammed the European Union after X was fined €120 million ($140M) for breaching the Digital Services Act. Calling the EU a “bureaucratic monster,” he urged its abolition, advocating for national sovereignty. The fine, the first under the DSA, cited X’s misleading blue checkmarks, lack of transparency in advertising, and restricted public data access.
The Telangana Rising Global Summit on December 8-9 will host Nobel laureates Abhijit Banerjee and Kailash Satyarthi, Biocon chief Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, and others. Over 2,500 participants from 42 countries will discuss technology, innovation, healthcare, infrastructure, and economic growth. Telangana will present its 2047 Vision, aiming for a $3 trillion economy.
India coach Gautam Gambhir praised Yashasvi Jaiswal for his maiden ODI century, key to India’s 2-1 series win over South Africa. Gambhir stressed the importance of winning the toss and dew conditions when defending high scores. He also noted challenges after losing captain Shubman Gill and advised outsiders to stay out of cricket decisions.
Kolkata Police announced citywide traffic restrictions for the Portathon today, till 1:00 PM, or until the event concludes, to ensure public safety and smooth conduct. Commissioner Manoj Kumar Verma, citing the Motor Vehicles Act, Calcutta Police Act, and West Bengal Traffic Regulations Act, said all goods vehicles will face restrictions on key roads.
Star batters Virat Kohli and Hitman Rohit Sharma, strong in 2025 ODIs, will next play international cricket in the ODI series against New Zealand starting January 11. After a short break during the T20 World Cup, they will feature in the IPL and then an important ODI series against England in July, as preparation for […]
PM Modi expressed deep sorrow over the tragic fire in Arpora, Goa, calling it a “deeply saddening” incident, and extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of those who lost their lives. He announced that an ex-gratia of ₹2 lakh from the PMNRF will be given to each deceased’s next of kin, while the injured […]
PM Modi condoled the 23 victims of Goa’s Birch By Romeo Lane club fire and assured full state support after speaking with CM Pramod Sawant. Posting on “X,” he expressed deep sorrow for the lives lost and wished speedy recovery for the injured. He also confirmed that the Goa government is providing all possible assistance […]
French President Macron will visit London to meet Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelenskyy, UK and German leaders to discuss the war and US-led negotiations. He promised strong support for Ukraine and condemned new Russian attacks on energy and rail sites. Macron said Russia is escalating the conflict, as nuclear plants briefly reduced power after grid disruptions.
FIFA announced the full schedule for the 2026 World Cup after the draw in Washington DC. Defending champions Argentina open on June 16 against Algeria. The 48-team event features 12 groups, with hosts USA, Canada and Mexico placed in different groups. Match dates, venues and knockout rounds were confirmed, leading to the final on July […]
Telangana will host the “Rising Global Summit 2025” on December 8‑9 at Bharat Future City, modelled after Davos. Organised by the CM’s Office, the 2-day event aims to highlight the state’s growth potential. Attendees include global leaders, industrialists, WHO, World Bank, UNICEF, and top corporates like BCG, Hitachi Energy, Apollo, Goldman Sachs, and Swiggy.
German Chancellor Friedrich visited Israel to reaffirm support after tensions over the Gaza war. He met leaders, urged more aid for Gaza, and backed a 2-state solution. He said Germany rejects terrorism but supports Israel’s security. Despite earlier criticism of Israel’s actions, defense ties remain strong, including major missile-defense deals.
5 days after nationwide disruptions by IndiGo, Air India announced a waiver on change and cancellation fees for eligible domestic bookings. Flights booked until December 4 for travel until December 15 can be rescheduled or canceled without charges,with full refund possible. The waiver applies only until December 8, 2025. Fare differences on rebooking still apply.
A five-year-old boy, Saiful, son of a migrant Assamese worker, was mauled to death by a leopard in Valparai, Tamil Nadu. He was playing outside the labour quarters when the leopard dragged him into nearby tea bushes. His body was later found inside the estate. This is the third child killed by leopards in Valparai […]
Puducherry Police have imposed strict crowd-control rules for Vijay’s first TVK rally since the Karur stampede that killed 41. Only 5,000 pass-holders are allowed, with demarcated enclosures, monitored entry, and basic facilities. Pregnant women, children and the elderly are barred. A roadshow request was denied over safety concerns and narrow city roads.
The Quad, India, the US, Australia, and Japan condemned last month’s terror attack near Delhi’s Red Fort that killed 15 people. In a joint statement, they urged all UN members to help bring those responsible to justice. At their New Delhi meeting, they discussed growing terror threats, information sharing, and keeping the Indo-Pacific open and […]