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Russian President Putin praised India’s unity in diversity, noting that many Indians speak various languages. During his recent visit, PM Modi warmly welcomed him and gifted a Russian translation of the Bhagavad Gita. Both leaders discussed the Russia-Ukraine conflict, with Modi stressing peace and dialogue. Putin paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat.
Keeper-Batter Jitesh Sharma equalled MS Dhoni’s record of four wicketkeeping dismissals in a T20I at home during India’s match against South Africa in Cuttack. He took four catches, just like Dhoni did at the same venue. Hardik Pandya’s quick unbeaten 59 helped India reach 175 on a tough pitch, which proved enough for victory.
IndiGo has canceled over 4,600 flights so far, affecting hundreds of thousands of passengers across India. Between December 1 and December 9, Mumbai airport alone saw 905 cancellations, impacting 40,789 travelers. Daily flight cancellations ranged from over 150 to around 1,600, causing massive delays and disruption for passengers nationwide.
Samsung SDI announced that its unit, Samsung SDI America, will supply lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries to a US energy company. The three-year contract, starting in 2027, is worth over 2 trillion won ($1.36 billion). The batteries will be produced by converting existing production lines at Samsung SDI’s US plant.
Trivikram and Venkatesh’s new entertainer is titled “Aadarsha Kutumbam House No 47.” A cheerful first-look poster was unveiled as filming begins today. The movie is slated for a summer 2026 release, giving Venkatesh two films next year. Srinidhi Shetty co-stars, with Haarika & Hassine Creations producing and Harshavardhan Rameshwar composing.
Human Rights Day is celebrated annually across the world today. The day marks the anniversary of the United Nations General Assembly adopting the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) in 1948. The day is observed to raise awareness of human rights and promote dignity and justice for everyone. The 2025 theme is ‘Human Rights, Our […]
Fans were disappointed when ‘Akhanda 2’ was postponed, but the much-awaited film is now scheduled to release on December 12. Industry experts say strong word of mouth will be crucial for its box office success. All eyes are on Balakrishna to see how he engages with fans and builds excitement before and after the release.
Akhanda 2’s release date speculation created confusion in Telugu cinema, affecting “Mowgli 2025.” The film was initially set for December 12, 2025. Director Sandeep Raj reacted emotionally after hearing it might be pushed further, drawing mixed responses. Later, the team confirmed a new date: December 13, 2025, with US premieres unchanged on December 11.
Chief Minister Chandrababu will hold a meeting with ministers and secretaries today. They will discuss plans to improve the state’s Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) growth in the next four months and review the financial performance of the first two quarters of 2025–26. The meeting is scheduled from 10:30 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.
Disney announced it has nominated Jeff Williams, former Apple COO, as an independent director for its 2026 shareholders’ meeting. If approved, Disney’s board will grow to 11 members. Williams, who retired earlier this year, was involved in launching the iPhone, leading the Apple Watch project, and expanding Apple into health and fitness.
Odisha extended a social media ban in Malkangiri for 18 hours after violent clashes between two tribal communities. Trouble began when a woman’s headless body was found, leading to attacks on homes and shops. Police and security forces restored order, and the government announced financial help for affected families and ongoing efforts to find suspects.
Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy will visit Osmania University today. The state government has allocated ₹1,000 crore for the university’s development. Revanth will officially announce this at a public campus meeting. The funds will be used to improve facilities, establish advanced research centres, and enhance the quality of education.
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan confirmed that her daughter Aaradhya is not on social media and warned fans about fake accounts. She thanked supporters but urged caution, saying many pages misrepresent her daughter. Aishwarya also shared her own limited social media use and encouraged people to stay present and engage with those around them.
Australia named a 15-man squad for the third Ashes Test against England, with captain Pat Cummins returning after a back injury. Coach Andrew McDonald said the longer break helped his full recovery. Usman Khawaja is expected to be fit, but his batting position is undecided. Australia lead the series 2–0 before the Adelaide Test.
A Delhi court granted bail to 10 protesters arrested for allegedly raising slogans supporting slain Maoist commander Madvi Hidma at Kartavya Path. The court heard bail pleas of 12 accused, denying one and adjourning another. The decision allows most protesters to be released while legal proceedings continue for the others.