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Balakrishna revealed a major twist regarding Pragya Jaiswal’s character in ‘Akhanda 2.’ The actress, who played the female lead in the first part, does not appear in the sequel, as her character was concluded to avoid extending the film. The second part, starring Aadi Pinishetty and Harshaali Malhotra, focuses on Sanatana Dharma.
Former Mizoram Governor Swaraj Kaushal, who was a senior advocate and the husband of the late BJP leader Sushma Swaraj, passed away at the age of 73. He reportedly experienced chest pain and was rushed to AIIMS, where he was subsequently declared dead. His cremation will be held at the Lodhi Road crematorium today.
Realme launched the Watch 5 in India with a 1.97-inch AMOLED display, GPS, 108 sports modes, heart-rate and SpO2 monitoring, and Bluetooth calling. The metallic smartwatch offers up to 16-day battery life, IP68 water resistance, and over 300 watch faces. Available in four colours, it costs Rs 3,999 on sale from December 10.
Sunil and Isha Chawla reunite for ‘Divya Dristi,’ a horror-thriller directed by Kabir Lal, promising spine-chilling suspense. Skipping theaters, the film will premiere directly on Sun NXT on Dec 19. Kamal Kamaraju plays a key role, alongside several talented supporting actors, and promotions for the highly anticipated digital release are set to kick off soon.
Delhi government plans to install 305 mist sprayers at nine pollution hotspots to reduce dust, said CM Rekha Gupta. Early trials at ITO showed positive results. A high-level expert panel will guide pollution control, while departments repair roads and plant greenery. Digital monitoring and stricter vehicle rules will also support cleaner air.
IndiGo has approached its pilots and first officers with a proposal to buy back unused leave at about 1.5 times their per-day gross salary. The offer specifically applies to Airbus captains and first officers. The buyback covers leaves scheduled from January 1, 2026, to February 3, 2026, providing additional financial flexibility.
The Supreme Court expressed concern over deaths of Booth Level Officers (BLOs) during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. It directed states to reduce their workload, increase staff, and consider exemptions for those unable to work. Opposition parties criticized the government and Election Commission for harsh SIR practices.
AP CM Chandrababu reviewed the MoUs related to Visakhapatnam investments with concerned ministers. The govt has decided to launch a dedicated portal to track and monitor these investments. The CM stated that all MoUs will be implemented within the stipulated timeframe. The CM, Cabinet Sub-Committee, and Chief Secretary will jointly oversee the progress.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar told the Rajya Sabha that Punjab has the highest number of human trafficking cases in the country. He made the statement while responding to supplementary questions during the question hour. The disclosure highlights the ongoing challenges the state faces in tackling human trafficking effectively.
Russian President Vladimir Putin is visiting India for the first time since the Ukraine war. PM Modi is expected to receive him at Delhi airport. The two-day visit includes the 23rd India-Russia summit, defence and trade agreements, energy discussions, and Su-57 and S-500 deals. Putin will also meet President Murmu and visit Rajghat.
International Cheetah Day, observed on Dec 4, highlights the urgent need to protect the world’s fastest land animal from extinction. The day raises awareness about declining cheetah populations and conservation challenges. It encourages global efforts to safeguard ecosystems, support wildlife protection programs, and promote coexistence.
Anoushka Shankar expressed that she was “devastated and truly disturbed” after her sitar was damaged during an Air India flight. She shared a video on Instagram, which showed a deep crack at the instrument’s lower rounded end. Shankar mentioned that this was the first time in 15 to 17 years that she had experienced such […]
Zoho co-founder Sridhar Vembu announced that the company is ready to hire talented individuals even without a formal degree. Emphasizing skills over certificates, he urged parents not to pressure children about academics. Vembu noted that in many countries, youth are choosing work over degrees and revealed that the average age of his team members is […]
A special tribunal in Bangladesh issued an arrest warrant against Sheikh Hasina’s son, Sajib Wajed Joy, over alleged crimes against humanity during the July Uprising. The move comes a month after Hasina was sentenced to death. An identical warrant was also issued for former junior ICT Minister Junaid Ahmed Palak, already in custody.
Indian markets ended the day in the green as the BSE Sensex rose 158.51 points to 85,265.32 and the Nifty 50 added 47.75 points to close at 26,033.75. The rupee traded at ₹89.97 per US dollar. Gains were led by IT majors Infosys and TCS, while banking heavyweights HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank and Kotak Mahindra […]