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India’s upcoming key defense talks during Russian President Putin’s tour center on a deal for the advanced S-500 air defense system. Russia may offer India cutting-edge missile defense, tech transfer, and local production. It is a big move to reshape regional military balance and draw intense scrutiny from the Western countries over strategic implications.
The government will resume key legislative business in Lok Sabha on Day 3, today, of the Winter Session. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to move the Central Excise (Amendment) Bill, 2025. Rajya Sabha will consider the Water Pollution Amendment Act. Smooth proceedings are expected after disruptions over electoral roll revisions on Tuesday, December 2.
Rajinder Kumar, 32, who entered the US illegally three years ago, has been charged with criminally negligent homicide and reckless endangerment. The charges follow a collision in which Kumar’s semi-truck struck a car, killing William Micah Carter, 25, and Jennifer Lynn Lower, 24. Authorities are investigating the circumstances of the fatal accident.
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Wednesday, December 3, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 85162.73, up at 24.46 points or 0.03%, and the Nifty was at 26015.90, down at 16.30 points or 0.06%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 90 against the dollar.
‘Stranger Things Season 5’ premiered on November 27, 2025, drawing 59.6 million first-week viewers, making it Netflix’s most-viewed English series ever. However, it fell short of ‘Squid Game Season 2’ overall record of 68 million. Fans now eagerly await Season 5 Part 2 and the US theatrical finale, with tickets already open.
The Redmi 15C 5G is launching in India today, December 3, as a budget successor to the Redmi 14C. It features a 6.8-inch 120Hz Adaptive Sync display, MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset, Android 15-based HyperOS 2, AI dual rear cameras with a 50MP primary sensor, and a 6,000mAh battery. Prices are expected between ₹12,499 and ₹14,999 […]
Political analyst Tehseen Poonawalla defended LIC’s investment approach following FM Nirmala Sitharaman’s remarks. He noted that LIC strictly limits investments to 1% per corporate group and highlighted its investment, which has nearly doubled without public loss. Poonawalla urged all parties to avoid politicizing the insurer’s operations.
Shalimar Bagh B and Dwarka B have emerged as key wards in the spotlight. Shalimar Bagh B became vacant after former councillor Rekha Gupta contested the assembly elections and assumed office as Delhi’s CM. Dwarka B, earlier represented by BJP MP Kamaljeet Sehrawat, is also under focus as parties prepare for the upcoming elections in […]
The Trump administration announced it will withhold SNAP food assistance from recipients in most Democratic-controlled states. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said the move targets states that refuse to provide requested data, including recipients’ names. Officials stress the measure is intended to enforce compliance with federal requirements.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that US operations against alleged drug-trafficking boats have “only just begun.” The administration faces backlash over a follow-up strike on a previously targeted vessel, which reportedly killed two survivors. Critics argue these actions resemble raising concerns over US military conduct.
“Akhanda 2-Thaandavam,” starring Nandamuri Balakrishna and directed by Boyapati Sreenu, releases on Dec 5 with Samyuktha in the lead. Boyapati’s younger son, Varshith, plays Bhakta Prahlada. Aadhi Pinisetty is the antagonist, joined by Harshaali Malhotra, Poorna, and Kabir Duhan Singh. Produced by 14 Reels Plus with Thaman’s music, it will also release in 3D.
Ram Gopal Varma’s upcoming horror film, “Police Station Mein Bhoot,” stars Manoj Bajpayee and marks his first collaboration with versatile actor Rao Ramesh. Ramya Krishnan and Genelia Deshmukh also feature. Produced by Vauve Emirates Media and Karma Media, the film has generated buzz for its unexpected cast pairing and is slated for a 2026 release.
Mollywood superstar Mohanlal, fresh from wrapping up ‘Drishyam 3,’ has joined the Chennai sets of Rajinikanth’s ‘Jailer 2,’ directed by Nelson Dilipkumar. He reprises his role as Mathew, now with greater significance. Produced by Sun Pictures, the film also stars Ramya Krishnan, Mirnaa Menon, and Vinayakan and is slated for a June 2026 release.
US President Donald Trump said he will announce his choice to succeed Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell “early next year.” Speaking at a cabinet meeting, he confirmed he has already decided on a candidate but did not reveal the name. Trump also declined to comment on speculation that National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett might […]
Russia President Putin held five hours of closed-door talks in the Kremlin with US envoy Steve Witkoff and adviser Jared Kushner to discuss a potential peace plan for Ukraine. The meeting came amid growing European concerns over Moscow’s stance. Witkoff described their stroll through central Moscow, including Red Square, as “magnificent.”