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A 28-year-old Hyderabad resident, who paid Rs 3 lakh for a factory job in Russia, was pushed into army-linked camps in Russian-held Ukraine, before a desperate video plea led to intervention by political parties and the Indian mission, enabling his return.

Jharkhand police have launched a probe into allegations that 27 children from West Singhbhum district were trafficked to Nepal under the guise of education. Two escapees revealed the operation, prompting efforts to trace the remaining children and bring them home

BRS working president K. T. Rama Rao congratulated UK-based Indian-origin leader Uday Nagaraju on his nomination to the British House of Lords. KTR praised Nagaraju’s inspiring rise from contesting public office to earning one of the UK’s highest legislative honours.

Several youth leaders from different political parties joined the Bharat Rashtra Samithi in Hyderabad on Thursday in the presence of working president K. T. Rama Rao. The event, held in Nandi Nagar, saw leaders from Kondapur joining the party as KTR highlighted growing youth support.

Karnataka has tabled the Social Boycott (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Bill, 2025, criminalising caste-based and other social boycotts. Violators may face up to three years in jail and a fine of Rs 1 lakh, with a dedicated officer to oversee enforcement

Priyanka Chopra shared her in-flight skincare routine, revealing that hydration is key to keeping skin healthy during long-haul flights. The actress posted a candid photo of herself using a sheet mask while traveling, giving fans a glimpse into her travel regimen.

A boat carrying migrants capsized on Croatia’s Sava River near Slavonski Brod, killing three and injuring eight. Dense fog and illegal border crossing attempts were cited. A Bosnian man was hospitalized, suspected of people smuggling along the Balkan migrant route

Union Minister and BJP President J.P. Nadda criticized Congress in the Rajya Sabha, alleging it failed to accord due respect to the national song Vande Mataram during its rule. He highlighted the party’s opportunistic approach and clarified the government’s intent to set historical records straight

IndiGo will offer Rs 10,000 travel vouchers to customers severely impacted during flight disruptions from December 3-5. The compensation is in addition to government-mandated refunds, and vouchers can be used on any IndiGo journey within the next 12 months.

Former ISI chief Lt. Gen. Faiz Hameed was sentenced to 14 years by a Pakistani military court for political activities, violating the Official Secrets Act, misuse of authority, and causing wrongful loss. He may appeal the verdict

A 40-year-old teacher, Sanjeev Tiwari, died in Jaunpur after a banned Chinese kite string slit his neck while riding a motorcycle. Police are investigating, and locals demand strict enforcement against hazardous ‘manjha’ to prevent similar incidents

A tiger died after being hit and dragged by a train in Madhya Pradesh’s Ratapani Tiger Reserve while chasing prey. The incident on the Budhni–Midghat track marks the second tiger death in the area in a week and the fifth this year.

YSRCP MPs on Thursday flagged worsening air pollution in Visakhapatnam—now 10 times above WHO limits—and raised concerns over the unsafe Kadapa–Renigunta stretch of NH-761. They urged the Centre to fill APCB vacancies, enforce air-quality measures and repair the highway urgently

A tanker carrying hydrochloric acid from Kakinada to Raipur overturned and fell into a gorge in Mulakalapally mandal on Thursday, crushing the cabin and trapping the driver. Acid leakage hampered rescue efforts for nearly eight hours. The driver died at the scene.

The heirs of Suzanne Adams sued OpenAI and Microsoft, alleging ChatGPT intensified her son’s paranoid delusions, contributing to her death. The lawsuit claims safety failures in GPT-4o encouraged harmful content, marking the first AI-related wrongful death case involving a homicide

Eight people were arrested for the murder of BRS worker Uppula Mallaiah in Lingampally, Nuthankal mandal, during tense gram panchayat poll campaigning. Mallaiah, who intervened during a clash between BRS and Congress supporters, died from head injuries in Hyderabad.

The Indian government clarified in Parliament that global air quality rankings by organisations like IQAir and WHO are not official. WHO guidelines are advisory, while India enforces National Ambient Air Quality Standards and ranks cities under the Swachh Vayu Survekshan

A fire at a playground in Rahmath Nagar, Yousufguda, on Thursday afternoon gutted several vehicles, including cars and autorickshaws. The blaze is suspected to have started in a car before spreading to nearby vehicles. Fire tenders brought the situation under control.

A brawl erupted after the National Games football semi-final in Karachi between Pakistan Army and WAPDA teams, injuring players and officials. The Pakistan Football Federation and Olympic body are investigating, with disciplinary action expected over the referee assault and on-field violence

Two children were killed and 16 injured when a mortar shell exploded inside a seminary in North Waziristan, Pakistan. Students had found the shell outside the Madrassah Shams-ul-Quran, mistaking it for a toy. Authorities are investigating

A FundsIndia report shows gold delivered 15% annualised returns over 20 years, beating Indian equities, real estate and debt. Mid- and small-cap indices outperformed large caps, while analysts cited safe-haven demand and central bank buying as key drivers of gold’s strong performance.

Casting directors Bernard Telsey and Tiffany Little Canfield shaped the “Wicked” films, filling hundreds of roles worldwide. With the Oscars introducing a casting award, the profession gains recognition for its crucial yet often invisible role in film, TV, and theatre

Anupama Parameswaran’s upcoming film Lockdown has been postponed yet again, with Lyca Productions citing “unforeseen circumstances.” This marks the second delay in two weeks, after earlier rescheduling due to heavy rains in Tamil Nadu. A new release date will be announced soon.

Heavy fighting resumed along the Thailand-Cambodia border, killing three Thai civilians and nine soldiers, with Cambodian casualties reported. Airstrikes, artillery, and rockets were used near Preah Vihear temple, displacing thousands. International concern grows as Trump seeks ceasefire negotiations