Amid trade deal push, PM, Trump get on call

Prime Minister Modi and President Trump held a productive conversation, reaffirming bilateral cooperation and discussing regional and global issues. The call signals renewed engagement, with progress noted in most areas except trade, where US tariffs remain a point of contention. Both leaders emphasized continued collaboration for global peace and prosperity.

Former Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil (90) passed away. His controversial legacy includes the 26/11 security lapse, where he allegedly changed clothes multiple times, and his later comparison of the Gita to 'Jihad.'
 

Former Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil (90) passes away. His controversial legacy includes the 26/11 security lapse where he allegedly changed clothes multiple times and his later comparison of the Gita to 'Jihad'.
 

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on Friday dismissed four flight inspectors, who were responsible for monitoring the safety and operational standards of IndiGo and again summoned the CEO Pieter Elbers following the chaos at major airports due to flight cancellations and delays.

Luthra brothers stated that bulldozer action against their other properties in Goa after the fire tragedy was proof that they could be treated unfairly by the authorities.

Cold Wave Alert: Srinagar plunged to -2.9 degrees celsius. IMD warned of prolonged cold driven by Polar Vortex; Yellow Alerts issued for Central states. Rohtang Pass closed; Delhi smog persists.
 

Senior Congress leader and former Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil passed away at his residence in Latur, Maharashtra, at the age of 91. He served during the UPA-I government.
 

In a heated escalation, Mamata Banerjee blames the BSF for pushing Indians into Bangladesh and attacks the Centre for blocking MGNREGA and housing scheme funds.
 

A tragic bus accident in Andhra Pradesh's Alluri Sitharama Raju district claimed nine lives and injured twenty. Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered condolences to the affected families. An ex gratia of Rs 2 lakh was announced for the next of kin of the deceased and Rs 50,000 for the injured from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund.

West Bengal's Leader of the Opposition, Suvendu Adhikari, felicitated three men arrested for assaulting chicken patty vendors at a religious event, shortly after their bail. Adhikari stated his primary duty is to protect his dharma and Hindu brothers and sisters, asserting his legal team facilitated their release.

Senior Congress leader and former Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil passed away at his residence in Latur, Maharashtra, at the age of 91. He served during the UPA-I government.
 

In a shocking incident, at least nine people were killed and 22 others injured in a shocking accident on Friday after a bus veered off the Ghat Road and plunged into a gorge in Andhra Pradesh’s Alluri Sitaramaraju district. 

Veteran Congress leader Shivraj Patil, 90, has died at his Latur home after a brief illness. A seven-time MP from Latur, he served as Lok Sabha Speaker (1991–1996) and Union home minister (2004–2008), resigning after the 26/11 attacks. Patil also held multiple ministerial portfolios and was Governor of Punjab (2010–2015). He is survived by his son, daughter-in-law, and two granddaughters.

The White House says Gaza is entering “phase two” of Trump’s peace plan as most hostages return. Quiet negotiations continue on governance, with regional impacts for India’s Middle East interests and diplomacy.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted NDA MPs for a special dinner featuring a diverse vegetarian menu, highlighting regional flavours and millet-based dishes. The gathering followed the NDA's significant victory in the Bihar Assembly elections. MPs expressed optimism for future successes, with one predicting the next celebratory meal after West Bengal polls.

PM Modi will visit Jordan, Ethiopia, and Oman from December 15–18 to strengthen bilateral ties, mark key diplomatic milestones, and discuss regional, global, and strategic cooperation across multiple sectors.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump held a warm and constructive phone conversation on Thursday, focusing on sustaining momentum in bilateral trade ties. 

Kolkata's minimum temperature drops to 15.2 degrees celsius (1.4 degrees celsius below normal). The Alipore Met Dept forecasts stable chill at 14 degrees celsius-16 degrees celsius all week.
 

A pregnant domestic worker, Sunali Khatun, recounts her harrowing experience of being deported to Bangladesh despite possessing Indian identity documents. Detained during an identity verification drive, she and her family were allegedly pushed across the border, leading to months of hardship and fear. Her father's legal intervention highlights the family's desperate plea for justice.

Traced To Hotel Based On Travel, Passport Details

The Election Commission has adjusted the special intensive revision schedule for poll rolls in several states and a Union Territory. New deadlines for submitting enumeration forms and publishing draft electoral rolls have been set, with final rolls expected in February 2026. This revision aims to ensure all eligible voters are included.

The Enforcement Directorate conducted extensive searches across 40 locations in Delhi, Kolkata, Maharashtra, and Uttar Pradesh targeting a radicalized IS module. Investigations revealed alleged use of crime proceeds for weapons, explosives, recruitment, and training of terror suspects. This money laundering probe stems from an NIA chargesheet, with intelligence suggesting illicit wood trade funding extremist activities.

Textiles, apparel, and hospitality are poised for significant job growth by 2030, fueled by increased investment, a new report reveals.While manufacturing and services will also contribute, the focus is on boosting stable, salaried positions.The think tank urges a strategic approach, emphasizing skill development and addressing the informal sector's dominance to enhance labor absorption and drive economic expansion.

India prioritizes its own assessments for environmental policy over external global rankings on pollution and climate resilience. The Environment Ministry stated it doesn't recognize foreign reports like the Global Climate Risk Index or IQAir's air quality rankings as a basis for domestic policy. Instead, the nation relies on its own initiatives like 'Swachh Vayu Survekshan' for evaluating progress.

Lok Sabha proceedings saw a brief disruption when BJP MP Anurag Thakur alleged a Trinamool Congress member was repeatedly using an e-cigarette in the House. Speaker Om Birla, confirming no such permission was granted, assured action if the information is substantiated. The incident prompted calls for decorum and adherence to rules from the treasury benches.

The Supreme Court emphasised that electoral roll revisions must be thorough, not mere copies. The Election Commission's voter enumeration process will involve inquiries to confirm citizenship, rather than waiting for complaints.The Court noted migration as a valid reason for nationwide roll updates, even without specific statistics, and dismissed claims of arbitrariness in the selection of states for the exercise.

The Supreme Court has denied former IPS officer Sanjiv Bhatt's plea to suspend his 20-year jail sentence in a 1996 drug planting case. Bhatt, convicted by a Gujarat court, sought bail but the bench declined his request. The case involves allegations of framing a lawyer in Palanpur, with Bhatt accused of planting drugs to settle a property dispute.

The government has strongly refuted Rahul Gandhi's claims of marginalization in Central Information Commission appointments. Sources state that five out of eight recommended candidates are from disadvantaged sections, including SC, ST, OBC, and minority communities. The government highlighted past UPA inaction on SC/ST appointments, contrasting it with NDA's appointments, including the first SC CIC.

Lalu Prasad's daughter, Rohini Acharya, has voiced concerns about women's safety in Bihar, advocating for parental homes to be secure havens.Her appeal follows a public fallout with her family, where she alleged accusations of ulterior motives behind her kidney donation to her father. Acharya believes societal and political shifts are crucial to protect women from exploitation.

Lalu Prasad's daughter, Rohini Acharya, has voiced concerns about women's safety in Bihar, advocating for parental homes to be secure havens.Her appeal follows a public fallout with her family, where she alleged accusations of ulterior motives behind her kidney donation to her father. Acharya believes societal and political shifts are crucial to protect women from exploitation.