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PM Modi condemns terror attack in Australia, expresses India's support for fight against terrorism

PM Modi's statement comes after at least 12 people, including one shooter, were killed in a shooting near a Jewish gathering at Bondi Beach in Sydney. As many as 29 people, including two police officers, were injured in the shooting.

Dec 14, 2025

CAQM seeks strict enforcement of SC order on outdoor sports amid poor air quality

In a draft communication dated December 13, shared on X, the CAQM flagged concerns that despite clear directions issued earlier, some schools and institutions in Delhi-NCR were still conducting outdoor sports activities, potentially exposing children to serious health risks.

Dec 14, 2025

PIB Fact Check debunks Pak propaganda claim of Rafale, S-400 destruction during Operation Sindoor

According to the PIB Fact Check, several Pakistan-based propaganda accounts are sharing a doctored, AI-generated video of former Indian Army chief, General Ved Prakash Malik (Retd), falsely portraying him as praising Pakistan's military capabilities and admitting the alleged destruction of India's defence assets.

Dec 14, 2025

No link between Covid-19 vaccines and sudden deaths in young adults: AIIMS

Researchers closely examined sudden death cases of people aged between 18 and 45 years using verbal autopsy, post-mortem imaging, conventional autopsy and detailed histopathological tests. According to the findings, there was no statistically significant association between Covid-19 vaccination status and sudden deaths in the young population.

Dec 14, 2025

Indian Navy chief holds strategic talks with Brazilian Naval officials, reviews maritime ties

The meeting was held on December 12 at the South American nation's multipurpose amphibious helicopter carrier, NAM Atlantico (A140), before the Indian Navy Chief concluded the official visit. During this, Admiral Tripathi was also given a guided tour of the carrier by the Commanding Officer of NAM Atlantico (A140).

Dec 14, 2025

Cold wave continues in Kashmir; day temperature drops to 7

"Srinagar city recorded 2 degrees Celsius as the minimum temperature today, as Gulmarg recorded 1.4 and Pahalgam 2.4 as the minimum temperature today. The maximum temperature was 7.7 degrees in Srinagar yesterday, while it was 7.2 and 9 degrees in Gulmarg and Pahalgam, respectively," the MeT department said.

Dec 14, 2025

Messi Kolkata event chaos: More cops deployed near event organiser's house

He was the main organiser responsible for bringing Lionel Messi to Kolkata. Additional police personnel were deployed overnight to prevent any agitation by fans seeking a refund of their ticket. A police picket was also set up in this regard.

Dec 14, 2025

'Scenes in Bondi shocking and distressing': Australian PM Albanese on Sydney shooting

In a statement shared on X, Albanese said that he has spoken to the Australian Federal Police (AFP) Commissioner Krissy Barrett and New South Wales (NSW) Premier Chris Minns and urged people to follow information shared by NSW Police.

Dec 14, 2025

CBI dismantles major transnational cyber fraud network; charge sheet filed against 17 accused, 58 companies

The case was registered based on inputs received from the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) under the Ministry of Home Affairs, which indicated that large numbers of people were being cheated through online investment and employment schemes.

Dec 14, 2025

Operation Sagar Bandhu: Indian Army steps up connectivity restoration in Sri Lanka

An Engineer Task Force of the Indian Army, working in close coordination with the Sri Lankan Army and the Sri Lankan Road Development Authority, has commenced preparatory work at the Chilaw and Kilinochchi bridge sites in Jaffna for the launching of Bailey bridges.

Dec 14, 2025

'Vote chori' protest: BJP MP calls Cong 'failed party' with 'unsuccessful leaders'

Congress is ramping up its efforts against alleged "vote chori" with a rally at Ramlila Maidan this Sunday, aiming to hold the central government and the Election Commission of India (ECI) responsible for what it describes as "collusion to manipulate elections".

Dec 14, 2025

Delhi chokes under hazardous smog as air quality worsens; visibility low

According to data released by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Delhi's average Air Quality Index (AQI) climbed to 461 at 7 a.m. on Sunday, up from 431 recorded a day earlier. The alarming figures underscored the deepening air quality crisis gripping the national capital.

Dec 14, 2025

Shameful for Bengal, Mamata should take responsibility': BJP on Messi event chaos

The incident happened on Sunday when agitated spectators, angered over limited access to Messi despite purchasing tickets at what they described as exorbitant prices, went on a rampage inside the stadium.

Dec 14, 2025

US counterterrorism nominee says ISIS and al-Qaida remain active, threatening global security

"ISIS and al-Qaida continue to recruit, radicalise and encourage their followers across the globe to conduct attacks in their home countries," LoGerfo said during his conformation hearing.

Dec 13, 2025

No July 13, No Dec 5: UT Administration Defies Political Push, Keeps 2026 Holiday List Unchanged

Despite pressure from the ruling National Conference and other parties, the UT administration retains the post-2019 holiday list; Omar Abdullah says authority rests with the Centre.

Dec 13, 2025