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Despite Donald Trump’s peace efforts, the Russi–Ukraine war persists due to few objectives. Moscow seeks territorial control, while Kyiv demands sovereignty. Mutual distrust, battlefield dynamics, allied support, and absence of enforceable security guarantees hinder compromise. Military aid convince both sides that continued fighting may yield outcomes.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy expressed willingness to abandon Ukraine’s NATO bid in exchange for Western security guarantees but rejected US proposals to cede territory in Donetsk to Russia. Talks with US envoys focused on ending the war, while ongoing Russian strikes targeted multiple Ukrainian regions, causing power outages and damage to infrastructure across the country.
Kerala CPM leader Sayed Ali Majeed courted controversy after a 47-vote municipal win in Malappuram, making misogynistic remarks targeting women candidates, suggesting women should “sit at home” and be married for sex and children. His comments drew criticism as the opposition UDF and BJP made significant gains in the municipal elections across the state.
Maharashtra will hold elections for 29 municipal corporations, including BMC, on January 15, 2026, with results on January 16. Over 2,869 corporators will be elected, and more than 3 crore voters will use EVMs. Nomination filing is from December 23–30, and campaigning ends 24 hours before polling. Special rules apply for duplicate voters.
The Enforcement Directorate questioned Yes Bank co-founder Rana Kapoor under the PMLA in a money laundering probe against Reliance Anil Ambani group companies. The investigation covers 2017–2019, when Yes Bank invested over ₹5,000 crore in RHFL and RCFL instruments that turned non-performing. ED claims public funds were indirectly routed via Yes Bank.
On his 75th death anniversary, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel is remembered as the Iron Man of India and a key architect of national unity. As India’s first Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister, he integrated over 560 princely states into the Union. His firm leadership, administrative vision, and commitment to unity laid the foundation for a […]
Former Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu unveiled the statue of legendary singer S.P. Balasubrahmanyam at the Ravindra Bharathi campus in HYD. Former Governor Dattatreya, TG Minister Sridhar Babu, and BJP state president Ramchandra Rao attended the event. SP Balu’s wife Shailaja said it was his final wish to have a statue installed at Ravindra Bharathi.
A petition challenging the increase in divisions of the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation has been filed in the TG High Court. The plea, filed by Vinay Kumar, alleges that the state govt ignored public objections during the re-division process. Justice B. Vijaysen Reddy took up the matter for hearing, and further proceedings are awaited on […]
The third phase of Telangana panchayat polls will be held on December 17. Notifications were issued for 4,158 sarpanch posts and 36,434 ward members. Polling will be conducted for the remaining seats. Schools serving as polling stations will remain closed on December 16 and 17, while govt and private employees will be granted paid leave […]
★CCTV cameras must be installed at all key venues.★Police permission should be obtained 15 days in advance.★Obscenity is strictly prohibited, sound systems are not allowed.★Video recording is mandatory at entry and exit points.★Sound is permitted indoors at hotels and halls.★All excise dept regulations must be strictly followed.
Tamil Nadu’s Erode police granted permission for actor-politician Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam rally on December 18, subject to 84 conditions. Organisers must pay a ₹50,000 security deposit and restore the venue after the event. Approval followed the HR&CE department issuing a no-objection certificate after initial hesitation and a site inspection.
The government is likely to introduce a Bill to repeal MGNREGA and replace it with the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin). The proposed law raises guaranteed workdays from 100 to 125, aligns with Viksit Bharat 2047 goals, and shifts greater spending responsibility to states, drawing criticism from Congress leaders.
The Supreme Court declined to hear a PIL on IndiGo’s mass flight cancellations, directing the petitioner to approach the Delhi High Court, which is already examining similar pleas. The court noted DGCA’s expert committee and allowed intervention before the high court, granting liberty to return if passenger grievances remain unresolved.
Starting today, the US Immigration Dept will vet social media accounts of H1B and H4 visa applicants. The US State Dept has advised applicants to make their accounts public for the process. Officials emphasized that visa decisions are made with national security in mind, and only individuals who pose no threat to the country’s interests […]
AP CM Chandrababu and former CM YS Jagan paid tributes to Potti Sriramulu on his death anniversary. Jagan remembered him as an immortal who sacrificed his life on a hunger strike for a separate Telugu state. CM CBN highlighted Sriramulu’s dedication, saying his selfless struggle should inspire all and is etched in the hearts of […]