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Thailand’s Parliament was dissolved by Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul for early elections amid deadly border clashes with Cambodia. The caretaker government will hold limited powers, while Anutin leverages nationalism and military action to bolster popularity ahead of a constitutional referendum

Several schools in Amritsar received bomb threat emails on Friday, forcing authorities to evacuate students and shut all schools. Anti-sabotage teams and cyber police launched a probe, even as officials urged parents not to panic, citing past instances of student mischief

TTP terrorists attacked a police checkpost in Bannu, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, injuring five policemen. A three-hour gunfight ensued, with several militants reportedly killed. Authorities praised police bravery, amid rising terror incidents in KP and Balochistan following the TTP’s ceasefire end

The Young Entrepreneurs Summit 2025, scheduled for December 12–14 at HITEX, Hyderabad, has been postponed due to unforeseen circumstances. Over 40 speakers, 300 exhibitors, and 30 workshops were affected. Organisers apologised, while BRS criticised the State government for the cancellation.

Lionel Messi returns to India for a high-profile, non-competitive tour across Kolkata, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Delhi, featuring promotional events, celebrity interactions, and philanthropy. Fans anticipate spectacle, though former footballers critique the visit for lacking actual football action and engagement 

Telangana government has permitted government school students to visit Ramoji Film City at Rs.1,000 per student, including lunch and campus attractions. Teachers have questioned the decision, citing past restrictions on school outings after accidents and the Beas River tragedy in 2014.

ZEE5 will premiere Mammootty-starrer “Dominic and the Ladies' Purse” on December 19. The Malayalam mystery-comedy-thriller, directed by Gautham Vasudev Menon, follows former cop Dominic and his aide Vignesh solving a deceptively simple case that spirals into suspense and humour

Rahul Gandhi praised Congress MPs for their performance in debates on Vande Mataram and election reforms, stating the government appeared "under pressure." The meeting reviewed MPs’ feedback and highlighted issues like IndiGo disruptions, air pollution, labour codes, and vote-related concerns 

A domestic dispute in Beeramguda, Sangareddy, turned fatal when Ramesh allegedly stabbed his father-in-law Chandraiah, 58, following a quarrel with his wife. Chandraiah died on the spot, and the body was taken to Patancheru government hospital for postmortem.

Pradeep Ghadi Amonkar, claiming to be the original owner of land where the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub burned, alleges unauthorized conversion of his property from salt pan to settlement zone, amid a 21-year legal battle over ownership in North Goa

Sarpanch elections in Telangana produced nail-biting finishes. Dammuni Sattaiah won Kommugudem village by two votes, Jadhav Jamuna Naik won Dhanora (B) by four votes after a recount, and in Dhaba (B), Narwate Eswar won through a coin toss after a tie.

A 34-year-old woman, Muthi Gangasheela, and her newborn died at RIMS Adilabad following complications after delivery. The family alleged medical negligence and filed a police complaint. An inquiry has been initiated by RIMS Director Dr. Jaisingh Rathod.

The Delhi High Court directed social media intermediaries to act within seven days on Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan’s plea to protect his personality rights, covering AI videos, impersonation, and unauthorized use of his name and images online

Pakistan’s former spy chief Faiz Hameed was sentenced to 14 years for violating military laws, with ongoing investigations linking him to May 2023 anti-army riots. Analysts suggest his conviction may trigger further cases against politicians and activists allegedly involved in unrest

Priyanka Chopra Jonas says embracing vulnerability is key to her personal growth, as she works on being emotionally honest rather than always portraying toughness. Motherhood and self-reflection have reshaped her perspective, allowing her to balance strength with openness and authenticity

Former SIB chief T. Prabhakar Rao surrendered before the Jubilee Hills Police following Supreme Court directions in the alleged phone-tapping case. The SIT has begun questioning him and is expected to submit a progress report to the apex court by December 19.

DGCA suspended four Flight Operations Inspectors after massive disruptions at IndiGo led to thousands of cancellations and stranded passengers. IndiGo’s CEO and COO were summoned as a probe examines manpower planning, rostering issues and compliance with new pilot duty and rest norms

The Delhi High Court directed social media intermediaries to act within seven days on Sunil Gavaskar’s plea to protect his personality rights, treating his suit as a complaint under IT Rules, 2021. Gavaskar seeks removal of unauthorised online use of his name and likeness

Nine people died and 23 were injured when a bus heading to Telangana fell off the Chintoor–Maredumilli ghat road amid heavy fog. Police suspect the driver missed a curve. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu reviewed treatment for the injured

Scientists found evidence of deliberate fire-making 400,000 years ago at Barnham in eastern England, pushing back controlled fire use by 350,000 years. Heat-altered sediments, pyrite fragments and repeated burning indicate early Neanderthals intentionally created fire, revealing major evolutionary, cognitive and social implications 

PV Sindhu will return to competitive action as she leads India at the Badminton Asia Team Championships in Qingdao from February 3–8, 2026. India, defending women’s champions, have announced strong squads featuring Lakshya Sen and Satwik-Chirag in the men’s lineup.

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The Telangana government will file objections in the Supreme Court against the Polavaram–Nallamalasagar project, citing submergence risks and violations of inter-State agreements. Senior advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi will lead the legal fight, with key meetings scheduled in New Delhi on Saturday.

Rajinikanth’s 75th birthday and 50 years in cinema sparked massive celebrations across Tamil Nadu and worldwide, with 4K re-releases, concerts and themed parties. Political leaders and fans paid tributes as theatres filled with festive crowds honouring the superstar’s unparalleled cultural impact and enduring legacy