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James Cameron’s ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash (Avatar 3)’ is set for a December 19, 2025 release, with a massive 3-hour 15-minute runtime. The film promises darker themes, deeper world-building, and emotional conflicts, raising the stakes for the franchise. Sam Worthington and Zoe Saldana return for this highly anticipated sequel.
Ahead of the Test series against South Africa, Sourav Ganguly praised Team India captain Shubman Gill, calling him a talented batter. Ganguly commended Gill’s leadership during India’s Test tour of England, noting that it’s challenging for a young player to captain in such conditions. He expressed confidence that Gill will continue to perform.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Bhutan’s former king, Jigme Singye Wangchuck, to discuss strengthening India-Bhutan relations. Modi praised the former king’s extensive efforts over the years to enhance bilateral ties. In a social media post, the prime minister called the meeting “wonderful” and expressed gratitude for his contributions.
In the aftermath of the recent blast, Delhi Police have intensified security measures, conducting vehicle checks on major roads entering the city. Officials have urged the public to report suspicious activity via a helpline. Increased patrols are being deployed at tourist spots and places of worship. Police have also coordinated with the Intelligence Bureau.
India-Bhutan bilateral ties hold immense significance, particularly during PM Modi’s tour to Bhutan. The relationship is rooted in strong political, economic, and cultural connections, with India being Bhutan’s largest trading partner. The tour aims to further strengthen cooperation in areas like infrastructure, and hydropower, enhancing mutual security.
Priority sector lending (PSL) refers to loans extended by Indian banks to sectors that are considered essential for economic growth, such as agriculture, MSMEs, education, housing, and renewable energy. The RBI mandates a certain percentage of banks’ total lending to be directed toward these sectors to promote inclusive development.
The Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has questioned a teacher in Thane regarding the arrest of Pune software engineer Zubair Hangargekar, accused of links to Al Qaeda and banned outfits. The teacher’s Mumbra residence in Thane district was reportedly used for one of Hangargekar’s meetings. Investigations are ongoing.
AP Minister of Municipal Administration, Ponguru Narayana, will travel to Delhi today to meet Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman at 3 pm. The meeting will focus on the allocation and release of funds from central schemes for the municipal dept. Narayana will be accompanied by municipal officials to discuss the funding matters in detail.
In the Alluri district, a mobile theft incident shocked patients at Arakuloy Hospital. The thief stole phones from sleeping patients in the dead of night. CCTV footage captured the crime, raising concerns over hospital security. Authorities are investigating the incident, as the hospital works to prevent future thefts.
Darshan at Vemulawada Rajarajeshwara Swamy temple in Telangana has been suspended due to temple expansion work. The main gate has been locked, leaving many devotees frustrated. Visitors, who traveled long distances to offer prayers, expressed anger over the lack of prior notice, particularly as they had arrived early despite the severe cold to seek darshan.
MM Sreelekha, cousin of Oscar-winning composer MM Keeravaani, stirred excitement on Instagram with a picture of them and the caption, “Globetrotter, another Oscar loading.” Fans are eagerly awaiting his music for ‘SSMB29,’ the Mahesh Babu-Rajamouli adventure. The film’s title and first-look poster will be revealed on November 15, 2025.
A recent blast in Delhi killed 12 people, sparking a major probe. Authorities suspect the assailants had planned the attack for Republic Day. Probe sources revealed that suspect Muzammil confessed to conducting reconnaissance at the Red Fort a week before the blast, alongside accomplice Umar. Agencies are thoroughly probing the incident to uncover details.
Train services on Namma Metro’s Yellow Line were briefly disrupted this morning due to a technical snag, causing delays during the peak rush. The issue marked the fourth such disruption since the line’s launch. BMRCL officials confirmed that services were restored quickly after teams were deployed to resolve the problem.
The air quality in Delhi has worsened, reaching critical levels. In response, the Air Quality Management Commission has decided to enforce strict measures to combat pollution. As part of it, Graded Response Action Plan-3 rules have been implemented across Delhi-NCR to address the rising air quality concerns and mitigate the harmful effects of pollution.
The Delhi blast terrorists are believed to have used the Telegram app for communication, as per the police sources. Radical doctors reportedly formed groups on the platform to exchange information. Telegram has faced ongoing criticism for its lax content control, leading to calls for a ban. India is now among the countries considering action against […]