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US, European, and Ukrainian officials met in Florida for three days to discuss ending the war in Ukraine. US envoy Steve Witkoff said talks aimed to align positions and were productive. He also met Russian envoys. President Trump is pushing for a quick deal, but Russia wants seized land, and Ukraine refuses to cede territory.
In the first women’s T20 at Visakhapatnam, India defeated Sri Lanka by 8 wickets. Sri Lanka batted first and scored 121 runs. India chased the target comfortably in 14.4 overs, losing just 2 wickets. Jemimah Rodrigues scored an unbeaten 69. The second T20 will also be played in Visakhapatnam on December 23.
Actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu was mobbed by fans at a Hyderabad event, with security struggling to protect her. Videos show her walking to her car through a chaotic crowd. Netizens criticized reckless fan behaviour, calling it dangerous. This follows a similar incident with Nidhhi Agerwal, sparking online debate on extreme celebrity worship in South India.
In the first women’s T20 at Visakhapatnam, India’s bowlers dominated. Sri Lanka, batting first after losing the toss, were limited to 121 runs for six wickets in 20 overs. Sri Lanka batter Vismi top-scored with 39, while the rest scored little. Indian bowlers Kranti, Deepti, and Sri Charani took key wickets to restrict the visitors.
Rahul Gandhi alleged that the Indian Statistical Institute is being gradually influenced by the RSS. He said academic decisions, research, and syllabus face ideological interference, threatening students’ future. He stressed that education must be guided by knowledge and science, not politics, to protect intellectual freedom and opportunities for youth.
Actor Balakrishna’s Akhanda 2’s box office collections have slowed after a strong start, with fewer viewers in multiplexes. Single screens still attract some crowds, but the theatrical run is ending soon. Netflix has acquired the digital rights, and fans are eagerly waiting for its OTT release.
A 31-year-old Dalit migrant worker, Ram Narayan Baghel, was lynched in Kerala’s Walayar on suspicion of theft. Brutally attacked with sticks, he died in the hospital. Police arrested five men, some with past violent cases. The family demands Rs 25 lakh compensation. Human rights activists urge the government to ensure justice.
Due to worsening air quality, Gurugram issues a work-from-home advisory for private offices from Dec 22 until further notice. Public offices will run at 50% capacity with staggered timings, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The move, under Stage-IV GRAP, aims to reduce pollution, traffic, and congestion, following directions from the Commission for Air Quality Management.
Afghanistan is set to launch a new T20 league similar to the IPL. The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) announced a franchise-based tournament starting in October next year in the UAE. Five teams representing major Afghan cities will compete, offering fans an exciting, high-energy cricket league on the international stage.
George Clooney’s elder sister, Adelia “Ada” Zeidler, died at 65 after battling cancer. She passed away on December 19 in Kentucky. Clooney called her his hero, praising her courage and humour. Ada lived a quiet life as a teacher, stayed away from fame, and is survived by two children. A funeral will be held on […]
President Droupadi Murmu hosted an “At Home” reception at Rashtrapati Nilayam in Hyderabad during her winter visit. Telangana Governor Jishnu Dev Varma and Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy attended the event. The President arrived on December 17 and stays at Rashtrapati Nilayam annually to conduct official duties and meetings.
IMD issues yellow and orange alerts in Jharkhand amid cold wave and dense fog. Five districts face an orange alert, while 15 districts report dense fog. Minimum temperatures dropped below 10°C in six districts. Fog and cold conditions will continue till December 23. Caution is advised for early morning travel due to low visibility.
The Indian government warns that screen-sharing apps can be misused by scammers to steal banking info, OTPs, and personal data. AnyDesk, TeamViewer, and QuickSupport are risky if not needed. Users should delete unnecessary apps, avoid sharing sensitive info, check app permissions, and report cyber fraud at www.cybercrime.gov.in or helpline 1930.
Sharwanand’s new film ‘Nari Nari Naduma Murari’ will release on January 14, 2026, as a Sankranti special. Directed by Ram Abbaraju, it stars Samyukta and Sakshi Vaidya. The teaser will launch tomorrow at CMR Institute of Technology, Hyderabad, at 2 PM. Music is by Vishal Chandrashekhar, produced under AK Entertainments.
In the U19 Asia Cup final in Dubai, India struggled chasing Pakistan’s 348-run target today. The team India was all out for just 156 in 26.1 overs. Indian openers Vaibhav (26) and Ayush Matre (2) failed. Pakistan bowlers Raza took 4 wickets, and Sayyam, Subhan and Ahsan took 2 wickets each. Therefore, Pakistan has won […]