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The 3-week Winter Session of Parliament will begin today, December 1. It features discussions on SIR, a full-day debate on “Vande Mataram” marking its 150th year, and key bills on nuclear energy, higher education, corporate law, and securities regulation. The government aims to highlight the song’s historical significance and urges all parties to participate.
Rohit Sharma has set a new world record for the most sixes in ODIs, smashing his 352nd six to surpass Shahid Afridi’s tally of 351. Remarkably, Rohit achieved this milestone in just 277 matches. His feat added to India’s triumph in the first ODI against South Africa in Ranchi, where India secured a 17-run victory […]
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Monday, December 1, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 85945.83, up at 239.16 points or 0.28%, and the Nifty was at 26274.85, up at 71.90 points or 0.27%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 89.45 against the dollar.
A heavy influx of devotees thronged the Srisailam temple in AP’s Nandyal district, seeking darshan of Lord Mallikharjuna and Goddess Bramarambha. The Sarvadarshan queues witnessed dense crowds, with waiting time reaching three hours. Temple authorities have enhanced arrangements to ensure smooth movement and prevent inconvenience to the visiting devotees.
After the massive success of National Award-winning “Color Photo,” director Sandeep Raj returns with another love story, “Mowgli.” The film’s glimpse, teaser, and songs have garnered positive reviews, particularly for cinematography and direction. The trailer will be launched today at 10 AM at AMB Cinemas, with Teja Sajja and Bobby Kolli attending as chief guests.
Telangana will host the Telangana Rising Global Summit on December 8-9 at Bharat Future City, inviting PM Modi, Rahul Gandhi, Kharge, and global leaders. CM Revanth Reddy will unveil the “Telangana Rising 2047” vision, focusing on job creation, pollution-free Greater Hyderabad, CURE and PURE zones, infrastructure projects, and urban and economic development.
US President Donald Trump confirmed speaking with Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro amid rising tensions. Caracas accused the US of preparing an attack as Washington increased military presence in the Caribbean and labelled Maduro’s alleged drug cartel a terrorist group. Trump described the phone call as neutral, saying, “I wouldn’t say it went well or badly.”
Ram Pothineni’s latest release, “Andhra King Taluka,” directed by Mahesh Babu P and featuring Upendra in a key role, released worldwide on November 27, 2025. The romantic drama grossed an estimated ₹20 crore over its first extended weekend. Monday’s collections are crucial but despite a weekday dip, a steady hold could strengthen the film’s total […]
Puducherry has declared a school holiday today, December 1, due to heavy rain expected from cyclone Ditwah, Home Minister A Namassivayam announced. The storm is moving toward the North Tamil Nadu–South Andhra coast, with IMD forecasting intense rainfall. Tamil Nadu has issued no closure update yet, and students are advised to check with their schools.
A new commission probing the 2009 BDR mutiny, which killed 74 people, has alleged that former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina ordered the massacre, with ex-MP Fazle Noor Taposh coordinating it. The panel also hinted at foreign involvement and accused India of trying to weaken Bangladesh’s army. Hasina, ousted last year, now lives in India.
US Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said Afghan immigrant Rahmanullah Lakanwal, accused of killing a National Guard member near the White House, was radicalised after arriving in the US. Investigators are probing his connections in Washington state. Lakanwal, evacuated in 2021 and later granted asylum, is believed to have embraced extremism post-arrival.
Hundreds of internally displaced people in Manipur turned a sit-in protest in Imphal into a massive rally demanding safe passage back to their villages. They accused insurgent groups of blocking their return and criticised the government for prioritising the Sangai Festival. Over two years after ethnic violence, thousands remain stranded in relief camps.
80 people have died in police custody or encounters in Assam since 2021, minister Rupesh Goala told the Assembly, with 78 cases probed. Deaths declined yearly, and 223 suspects were injured in encounters. Probes followed NHRC norms, including a high-level inquiry in Cachar. Assam’s prisons hold 11,241 inmates against a capacity of 11,372.
The winter session of Parliament begins today, December 1, and will run until December 19, covering 19 days. Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju announced the schedule. The central government is likely to introduce several important bills, making this session a significant phase for legislative business and policy decisions in the weeks ahead.
India defeated South Africa by 17 runs in a thrilling match at Ranchi. Chasing 350, South Africa were bowled out for 332, with Bridge (72), Jansen (70), and Bash (67) scoring fifties. India’s Kuldeep took 4 wickets and Harshit 3. This win gives India a 1-0 lead in the three-match ODI series.