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Thousands of madrassa students in Uttar Pradesh are reconsidering their academic plans after the Supreme Court declared Kamil and Fazil degrees unconstitutional. Many are preparing to enrol in university programmes, while teachers and associations seek a legal solution to regularise their qualifications

Delhi Police arrested Krishna Kumar Sharma, alleged mastermind of a multi-state forex scam that duped traders and professionals. Sharma used elaborate hotel setups, fake film industry identities, and accomplices to steal foreign currency. He was wanted in a Kolkata case and faces multiple fraud charges

 A forest fire along the Line of Control in Poonch’s Balakote area triggered at least six landmine explosions on Sunday. No damage was reported, and firefighting efforts continue in the heavily mined anti-infiltration zone near the zero line 

CIDCO has initiated the process to develop India’s first multi-purpose indoor live entertainment arena in Navi Mumbai. Inspired by global venues, the proposed arena will host large-scale concerts, sports events and cultural productions, with capacity for up to 25,000 spectators

Passengers at Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Airport faced another day of severe disruption as IndiGo cancelled 117 flights on Sunday. With 56 arrivals and 61 departures cancelled, travellers queued at enquiry counters and waited for alternative options for the sixth consecutive day

The BJP has intensified its attack on the Congress over its treatment of B R Ambedkar, citing a 2012 NCERT cartoon controversy as evidence of historical neglect. Congress’ defence of Nehru, critics say, contrasts sharply with its ambiguous legacy on Ambedkar

Police in Erode have denied permission for TVK chief Vijay’s December 16 public meeting after inspecting the proposed seven-acre venue and concluding it cannot accommodate the expected 70,000 attendees. Officials have asked K A Sengottaiyan to identify an alternative location

A minor fire broke out near the aazhi at the Sabarimala temple on Sunday after a suspected short circuit in decorative LED lights. Fire personnel quickly extinguished the blaze, prompting only a brief halt in entry. No injuries or damage were reported

A 24-year-old man from Sadhapur village in Sultanpur was allegedly abducted and murdered by men from a neighbouring village. Police have arrested two suspects, while efforts are underway to trace others. The victim’s body was found near Ibrahimpur bridge

In October, overall coal imports fell 3.9% due to surplus domestic supply, while coking coal imports rose 12% driven by winter restocking. Government initiatives like the Coking Coal Mission aim to boost domestic production and reduce reliance on imports

Indian astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla urged students in Delhi to contribute to the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047 at the launch of the AI Grind Challenge. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said the initiative aims to build a city-wide AI innovation ecosystem.

Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana has announced that her wedding with music composer Palash Muchhal has been called off. Urging privacy for both families, she said her focus remains on representing India. The decision follows weeks of speculation and online rumours.

A woman constable, Minakshi Sharma, has been detained for allegedly killing Inspector Arun Kumar Rai at Kathaund police station in Jalaun. Initially suspected as suicide, the case is under investigation with forensic and CCTV analysis underway

IndiGo on Sunday reported strong improvement in operations after days of disruptions, saying refunds are progressing smoothly and the airline is set to operate over 1,650 flights. On-time performance has risen sharply, with full network stabilisation expected by December 10.

Suspended TMC MLA Humayun Kabir announced a Quran recital by 1 lakh people in February, following his foundation-laying of a Babri Masjid-style mosque in Murshidabad, amid a backdrop of Gita chanting by five lakh voices in Kolkata

Prime Minister Modi will initiate a 10-hour debate in Lok Sabha on Monday to mark the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram, highlighting unknown facets of the national song, with participation from key ministers and leaders

A parliamentary panel may summon IndiGo executives and civil aviation regulators over mass flight cancellations leaving thousands stranded. MPs and passengers faced delays, prompting calls for inquiries, while IndiGo set up a crisis management group to address the disruption

Prime Minister Modi gifted a handcrafted marble chess set from Agra to Russian President Putin, boosting global recognition for the city’s stone inlay handicrafts and raising hopes for increased demand and livelihood opportunities for local artisans

Relatives of the 25 victims of the Goa nightclub fire, including workers from Jharkhand and tourists, anxiously gathered outside GMCH morgue. Authorities are identifying the deceased and completing postmortem procedures before releasing bodies to their families

Despite calls for postponement due to flight disruptions and age-limit disputes, thousands of candidates appeared for Jammu and Kashmir PSC’s Combined Competitive Examination. The contest highlighted tensions between the elected government and Lieutenant Governor over age relaxation for aspirants

Ranchi’s ICAR-Research Complex reported that farmers are benefiting from its newly developed soybean and snow pea varieties, which offer higher yields and improved resilience, promoting better income and agricultural sustainability in the region

A 20-month-old male cheetah cub from Kuno National Park died after being hit by a vehicle on a highway near Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. Authorities have reduced traffic and are searching for another cub separated from the same mother

Lakhs of devotees participated in Kolkata’s Brigade Parade Ground for the ‘Panch Lakkho Konthe Gita Path,’ a mega Bhagavad Gita recital organised to promote spiritual heritage, social harmony, and collective chanting led by prominent monks and leaders

On Armed Forces Flag Day, PM Modi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, CDS Gen. Anil Chauhan, and MoS Sanjay Seth praised the bravery, discipline, and sacrifices of India’s armed forces, urging citizens to donate to the fund supporting soldiers, veterans, and Veer Naris