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Choreographers Nandika Dwivedi and Gulnaaz were wrongly linked online after Smriti Mandana and Palash’s wedding postponement. Social media speculation suggested their involvement in the wedding. Gulnaaz clarified on Instagram, denying any connection and stressing that knowing someone socially or appearing in a photo doesn’t tie them to controversies.
India’s economy continues to grow strongly despite US-imposed tariffs. In Q2 of the 2025-26 financial year, GDP rose 8.2%, up from 5.6% in the same period last year (2024-25). This demonstrates India’s economic resilience and steady growth momentum across sectors, showing that global trade challenges have not slowed progress.
Amnesty International claimed Israel is still committing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza despite last month’s ceasefire. The group said restrictions on supplies continue, and living conditions remain dire. Israel FM rejected the allegations, calling Amnesty “fanatical” and asserting that its actions comply fully with international law.
After two days of record gains, Indian markets paused on Friday with mild profit booking. Sensex fell 13.71 points to 85,706.67, and Nifty dropped 12.60 points to 26,202.95. Analysts said the market remains strong, supported by auto, financials, and pharma sectors, positive global cues, and upcoming economic data expected to reinforce growth trends.
India’s new seismic zonation map places the entire Himalayan arc in a newly created highest-risk Zone VI under the revised BIS Earthquake Design Code. The update shows 61% of the country now falls in moderate to high hazard zones. Officials say earlier maps underestimated dangers from long-unruptured central Himalayan faults.
India’s women’s team will play a five-match T20 series against Sri Lanka from December 21 to 30, before WPL 2026. The first two games are in Andhra Pradesh’s Visakhapatnam and the next three in Kerala’s Thiruvananthapuram. The series helps India prepare for the 2026 T20 World Cup. India leads the rivalry with 20 wins in […]
AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal has asked the central government to remove the 18% GST on air and water purifiers as pollution in Delhi-NCR worsens. He said clean air and water are basic rights and called the tax unfair. With air quality in the ‘very poor’ range, doctors advise regular checks for people with respiratory or […]
Major Mohit Sharma’s parents have asked the Delhi High Court to stop the release of Ranveer’s ‘Dhurandhar’ film. They say the film copies his life and secret missions without the family’s or the Army’s permission. They claim it violates privacy and risks national security. The family wants a private screening and mandatory consent rules for […]
Maharashtra has extended the campaign time for local body polls until 10 pm on December 1. Voting for 246 municipal councils and 42 nagar panchayats will happen on Dec 2, with results on Dec 3. Mahayuti leaders expect strong support. Meanwhile, Aaditya Thackeray accused the State Election Commission of delays in the voter list and […]
Congress called Prime Minister Modi the “self-proclaimed champion” of Africa and the Global South, asking if he will raise South Africa’s issue with Trump. Trump announced South Africa will be barred from next year’s G20 summit in Miami and threatened to halt all payments and subsidies over its treatment of a US representative.
The BCCI has announced India’s U19 team for the Asia Cup in Dubai. Ayush Mhatre has been appointed as the captain, and Vihaan Malhotra as the vice-captain. India is in Group A with Pakistan and two qualifier teams. India plays on December 12, 14, and 16. The semi-finals are on December 19, and the final […]
Y.V. Subba Reddy, former TTD chairman, appeared before ADGP Ravi Sankar Ayyanar in Vijayawada for questioning in the Parakamani case. His statement followed the recent interrogation of former executive officer Dharma Reddy. Officials recorded Subba Reddy’s account regarding the alleged theft of temple offerings by counting supervisor C.V. Ravi Kumar.
Arunachal Pradesh’s State Election Commission allows polling personnel to vote on the spot during municipal elections instead of using postal ballots. Eligible staff must apply three days prior with their duty orders, and the Mandal Revenue Officer will verify details and facilitate secure voting. This aims to strengthen democratic participation.
Maharashtra Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule ordered the cancellation of birth and death certificates issued using Aadhaar cards and instructed authorities to file police complaints. A 16-point verification guideline has been issued to all district officials. Aadhaar cannot be used as standalone proof of birth, aligning with central rules.
The Telangana High Court today declined to stay Gram Panchayat election proceedings, noting the process was already underway. Hearing a petition challenging GO 46 on BC reservations, the court sought a govt counter and adjourned the case for 8 weeks. Petitioners argue the order lacks required BC sub-categorisation, affecting accurate reservation implementation.