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A 22-year-old woman was allegedly raped by a clerk of a State government-run university on the campus on the pretext of providing her a job at the facility in Madhya Pradesh's Jabalpur city
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Kashmir experienced freezing night temperatures, with Srinagar at −2.6°C and Sonamarg at −5.8°C. The region is expected to remain dry until December 29, followed by rains and snow around New Year’s Eve, with moderate snowfall in higher reaches
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Telangana Labour Minister G Vivek reprimanded Congress leaders in Chennur for illegal sand mining from the Godavari river, warning of strict action. He also cautioned officials aiding the irregularities, sparking confusion and concern among local party cadres
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A tiger has entered Siddipet district for the first time, alarming farmers. Forest officials tracked its movement across villages and confirmed it as a young male, while intensifying surveillance and alerting residents
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Construction of Stage-II of the Telangana Super Thermal Power Project has been delayed despite all approvals, as the State government has not entered into a mandatory power purchase agreement with NTPC, stalling the 2,400 MW expansion
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US airstrikes targeting alleged Islamic State-linked militants in northwestern Nigeria lit up the skies near Jabo village, causing panic among residents but no civilian casualties. Nigerian officials confirmed cooperation with Washington, calling it a new phase in a long-running conflict
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Rajasthan’s Pratapgarh police rescued 53 tribal labourers from captivity in Maharashtra’s Solapur district after they were lured with false job promises, forced into unpaid labour and abuse. A case has been registered and further investigation is underway
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A Union environment ministry panel has cleared the 260 MW Dulhasti Stage-II hydropower project on the Chenab river in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district, amid suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, enabling new hydropower development in the region
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Cambodia accused Thailand of launching fresh airstrikes in its northwest amid renewed border clashes, even as both sides held talks to restore a ceasefire. Thailand said the strikes were defensive, while casualties, evacuations and diplomatic efforts continue
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A 40-year-old woman was arrested after allegedly driving drunk and ramming her car into a police barricade in outer north Delhi’s Shahbad Dairy area, injuring a constable on duty. Police seized the vehicle and launched an investigation
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Salman Khan’s longtime bodyguard Shera penned a heartfelt social media post praising the superstar’s strength, style and resilience on his 60th birthday, expressing gratitude for loyalty and respect earned, as Salman celebrated with family, friends and Bollywood celebrities nationwide gatherings
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed Guru Gobind Singh as a symbol of courage, compassion and sacrifice on his Parkash Utsav, recalling his teachings, Veer Bal Diwas, Sahibzades’ martyrdom, and government programmes honouring Sikh legacy and human dignity nationwide across India
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In 2025, magicpin led food delivery in Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, adding over 6 lakh student and corporate users via its Inner Circle programme. The platform on-boarded 80,000+ merchants, scaled magicNOW quick delivery, and reported biryani as the top dish
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In Gorakhpur, a man, Arjun, allegedly strangled his wife Khushboo over suspected infidelity and buried her in their backyard. Arrested four days later, he misled family before confessing. Police continue investigation into the December 21 murder
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Cambodian officials accused Thai F-16s of dropping 40 bombs on border villages in Banteay Meanchey, damaging homes and infrastructure. Clashes follow long-standing territorial disputes, while US Secretary Rubio urged full implementation of the Kuala Lumpur Peace Accords to restore stability
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Ukrainian President Zelenskyy announced a near-future meeting with former US President Trump to discuss ending the Russia-Ukraine war. Talks continue amid Russian demands and Ukrainian counteroffers, while both sides conduct military strikes, including attacks on Russian refineries and drone assaults
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Housing sales in India’s seven major cities fell 14% in 2025 to 3.96 lakh units due to high prices and IT-sector layoffs, though total sales value rose 6% to Rs 6 lakh crore. Chennai saw growth; other cities declined
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In Kanpur, four private school staff, including the director and principal, have been booked for allegedly mentally harassing an eight-year-old boy over a stolen pen accusation. The child displayed distress, writing “Help” at home; police are investigating
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The Telangana government finalized the boundaries of 300 GHMC wards on December 25, completing the merger of 27 Urban Local Bodies. Zonal Commissioners assumed charge of 12 zones, 60 circles, and 300 wards to oversee administration and GHMC orders
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A study by LV Prasad Eye Institute highlights rising antimicrobial resistance in post-cataract infections, with aggressive Gram-negative bacteria resisting standard antibiotics. Nearly 8% of cases are multidrug-resistant, forcing use of last-resort drugs like Colistin, yet vision recovery remains poor
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Congress leaders in Telangana attribute poor Gram Panchayat election results to internal feuds and nepotism, while local functionaries cite public dissatisfaction and lack of development funds. Allegations of sabotage by party insiders remain contested amid growing grassroots discontent
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President Droupadi Murmu presented the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar to 20 children from 18 states, recognising achievements in art, sports, culture, and innovation. The event coincided with Veer Bal Diwas, honouring the courage of Guru Gobind Singh Ji’s sons
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Two friends, Sai and Ajay, died after their bike collided with a stationary truck near Lachapeta village in Kamareddy. They were first taken to a government hospital, then to Hyderabad, where they succumbed to head injuries. Police investigation is ongoing
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A 29-year-old security guard, Sai Kumar, was killed when a car collided with his two-wheeler on a flyover in Bellampalli, Mancherial. He worked at a government hospital on contract. Police have registered a case and initiated investigations
