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SP Kameshwar Puri Nominated For Drone Forensics Training In New Delhi

JAMMU, Dec 15: The Jammu and Kashmir Police have nominated SP (PC) Jammu Kameshwar Puri to attend a three-day offline training course on Drone Forensics at the LNJN National Institute of Criminology and Forensic Science, National Forensic Sciences University campus in New Delhi. As per an order, the course that begins today (December 15) will conclude on December 17, 2025. It said the programme aims to enhance professional skills in handling and investigating drone-related crimes. See detail click here. The post SP Kameshwar Puri Nominated For Drone Forensics Training In New Delhi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 15 Dec 2025 7:08 pm

Jungkook's Chanel Triumph: Nine Breathtaking Elle Korea Covers Captured in Paris

The pictorial artfully utilises Paris's most famous locations

Deccan Chronicle 15 Dec 2025 7:07 pm

ICC Chairman Jay Shah Felicitates Lionel Messi Ahead Of The ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026

Messi received team India jersey, a signed cricket bat, and an invitational ticket to Indias opening match at the ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026 as a gift

Deccan Chronicle 15 Dec 2025 7:05 pm

YSRCP calls fund collection for Potti Sriramulu statue an insult

Former Minister says changing Andhra Pradesh Formation Day from November 1 to June 2 has undermined the legacy of Amarajeevi

The Hindu 15 Dec 2025 7:05 pm

MG Hector Facelift Packs Punch at Rs 11.99 Lakh

The SUV is priced from Rs 11.99 lakh onward at pan India showroom and it is sold in multiple seating configurations. The seven-seater version costs Rs 17.29 lakh.

Deccan Chronicle 15 Dec 2025 7:04 pm

Crisis at IFFK as I&B Ministry denies censor exemption to 19 films, including 100-year old Battleship Potemkin

According Kerala State Chalachitra Academy sources, there is no specific pattern to the denial of certification. No reasons have also been specified. Even films which were cleared for screening at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa have been denied permission

The Hindu 15 Dec 2025 7:02 pm

Watch: Addressing an anomaly | On stubble burning, burnt-area estimates

The Environment Ministry told Parliament that Punjab and Haryana have reduced stubble burning incidents by 90% in 2025 compared to 2022

The Hindu 15 Dec 2025 7:00 pm

Judge, advocates, others donate blood in Yadgir

The District and Sessions Court hosts a blood donation camp to express solidarity with society

The Hindu 15 Dec 2025 6:59 pm

'Feels Good To Hear The Terrorist Crying': Ex-J&K Police Chief On Masood Azhar's Leaked Audio

SP Vaid says leaked audio of Masood Azhar crying over his Kot Bhalwal jail days proves Indian prisons were a nightmare for terrorists.

News18 15 Dec 2025 6:58 pm

Kangaroos set to arrive at Hyderabad Zoo from Anant Ambanis Vantara

Hyderabad: The Nehru Zoological Park in Hyderabad is set to welcome a pair of kangaroos from Anant Ambanis Vantara as part of an animal exchange program. In return, Vanatara will be given an elephant as part of the program. In a similar exchange program in October this year, two male and one female zebra were Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 15 Dec 2025 6:57 pm

India-U.S. very close to finalising initial framework deal on reciprocal tariffs: Agrawal

Commerce Secretary said both sides are at the final stage where all that is left are the topics where the two sides have differences, which are gradually being resolved

The Hindu 15 Dec 2025 6:56 pm

Bad Boys director Michael Bay to collaborate with Bhanushali Studios for his first Indian film

The currently untitled film will feature music by AR Rahman and will be helmed by Anthony DSouza

The Hindu 15 Dec 2025 6:55 pm

Thermal power requirement projected to grow to 307 GW by 2035, Union Minister Piyush Goyal

Mr. Goyal also stated that 13.3 GW worth contracts have been awarded in the ongoing fiscal so far

The Hindu 15 Dec 2025 6:55 pm

Seven months on, Panjapur truck terminal remains underutilised

The facility houses 79 shops 51 on the ground floor and 28 shop-cum-office spaces on the first floor ranging in size from 250 sq. ft. to 1,001 sq. ft. The rent has been fixed at 132 per sq. ft.

The Hindu 15 Dec 2025 6:53 pm

Gulmarg hotel industry in limbo as lease expiries spark fears of auctions

The Gulmarg Development Authority took possession of the property, saying the hotels lease had expired about decades ago. Protesting employees were saying the closure had left them without a source of income.

The Hindu Businessline 15 Dec 2025 6:52 pm

Cameron Green Sold To KKR For INR 30 Crores On JioStar's TATA IPL 2026 Auction War Room

CSK will benefit greatly from Sarfaraz Khan's form : Suresh Raina

Deccan Chronicle 15 Dec 2025 6:50 pm

Social Security payments up to $5,108 coming on December 17: Who qualifies for Social Security checks this week?

Social Security payments of up to $5,108 are set to arrive on Wednesday, December 17. The checks go to retirees, SSDI recipients, and survivors born between the 11th and 20th of any month. The top amount is reserved for workers who delayed benefits until age 70. Average payments remain near $2,000. Who gets paid, how much, and what comes next, here's all what you need to know.

The Economic Times 15 Dec 2025 6:50 pm

Quote of the Day by Rob Reiner: If you are a creative person Reflections from the late legendary filmmaker on creativity & parenthood

Rob Reiner death: Legendary filmmaker and actor Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, have been found dead in their Los Angeles home in what police are treating as an apparent homicide.

The Economic Times 15 Dec 2025 6:50 pm

India, EU trying to narrow differences on trade pact; difficult issues on table: Commerce Secy

India and the European Union are in the most difficult phase of trade negotiations. Key issues like the EU's carbon tax mechanism are being discussed. Both sides are working to bridge differences and close the free trade agreement talks soon. India's exports to the EU are significant. The pact covers 23 policy areas.

The Economic Times 15 Dec 2025 6:49 pm

Think your 401(k) is safe? These 3 hidden mistakes could be crushing your retirement

Many workers think their 401(k) is safe, but small mistakes can hurt retirement savings. Saving too little, missing employer matches, and not understanding taxes can reduce future money. Experts say checking contributions, using free employer money, and planning early can help build a stronger and safer retirement fund over time.

The Economic Times 15 Dec 2025 6:49 pm

On Vijay Diwas, Indian Army Shows How Pakistani Drone Was Shot Down During Op Sindoor | Video

The drone, launched by Pakistan, targetted Jalandhar and was carrying 10 kg explosives. It was shot down by Indian Army during Operation Sindoor.

News18 15 Dec 2025 6:48 pm

Skill push: Centre to incentivise states, districts to partner industry for local skill planning; AI to map jobs and workers

The government is set to incentivize states and districts to collaborate with industries for a hyper-local approach to skill gap identification and workforce development. This strategy aims to align training with investment patterns and local industry needs, utilizing AI for improved job matching and faster placement of skilled workers.

The Times of India 15 Dec 2025 6:47 pm

SRK, Ranbir, Alia Drop Crossover Ad: Hilarious Bollywood Multiverse Moment!

Shah Rukh, Ranbir and Alia urf Vikram Rathore, Shiva and Rani featured together to create a parody for Rungta Steel Ad.

Deccan Chronicle 15 Dec 2025 6:47 pm

A Family Dinner, Mothers Sarees, Then Death: Four Of Family Found Dead In Bihars Muzaffarpur

According to preliminary information, the man allegedly made the five children stand on a trunk and used sarees, said to belong to their deceased mother, to fashion nooses.

News18 15 Dec 2025 6:44 pm

GHMC expansion illegal as rules not followed: BRS to commissioner

Hyderabad: Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) legislators and ex-officio members of the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) here have written to its commissioner stating that the merger of 27 municipalities into the body to expand it is illegal. The main opposition party stated that the current delimitation process was carried out without following due process. In Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 15 Dec 2025 6:44 pm

Students, staffers of Tezpur University stage nine-hour hunger strike demanding vice-chancellors removal

The Tezpur University United Forum said that the responsibility for restoring academic and administrative normalcy lies with the Ministry of Education and warned that protests will intensify if decisive action is not taken without further delay

The Hindu 15 Dec 2025 6:43 pm

George Clooney says he will stop kissing women onscreen after heart-to-heart with wife Amal

George Clooney has revealed a significant shift in his acting career, announcing that he will no longer take part in on-screen kissing scenes. The longtime Hollywood heartthrob stated that the decision followed a conversation with his wife, Amal, and shows changing priorities as he grows older. At 64, Clooney is concentrating more on family life with his twins and being selective about future projects.

The Economic Times 15 Dec 2025 6:42 pm

Court rejects plea to change cloth covering lock of sealed Gyanvapi wuzukhana

Varanasi: The Varanasi district court on Monday rejected a plea seeking the replacement of a piece of cloth tied over the sealed lock of the wuzukhana inside the Gyanvapi mosque complex here. The counsel for the Hindu side to a dispute involving the mosque, Madan Mohan Yadav, said District Judge Sanjeev Shukla dismissed the application Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 15 Dec 2025 6:42 pm

YSRCP rallies against privatisation of government medical colleges in NTR district

A total of 4,21,217 people from the district have signed petitions opposing privatisation of government medical colleges in the State, says partys district president

The Hindu 15 Dec 2025 6:42 pm

Army displays Turkish drone used by Pak during Op Sindoor; launched from Lahore, bound for Jalandhar - watch

The Indian Army displayed a Turkish-made Yiha kamikaze drone, shot down on May 10 during a conflict with Pakistan. Launched from Lahore with a 10-kg explosive payload, the drone was intended for Jalandhar but was intercepted by Army Air Defence. Pakistan deployed numerous such drones during the clashes.

The Times of India 15 Dec 2025 6:39 pm

MSP has gone up under PM Modi, says Vijayawada MP, defends PPP model for medical colleges

Speaking in the Parliament, Kesineni Sivanath also stresses the need for taking up Vijayawada and Visakhapatnam Metro projects, pointing out that Andhra Pradesh is the only southern State without a metro rail system

The Hindu 15 Dec 2025 6:35 pm

THIS Chinese billionaire fathered over 100 children in US, wants 50 'high-quality sons' for...; know how he's linkedtoElonMusk

Xu Bo, the 48-year-old founder of the online gaming company Duoyi, who calls himself China's first father, has spoken of his aim to produce at least 50 high-quality sons, according to social media posts that have been verified by the US-based Wall Street Journal.

DNA India 15 Dec 2025 6:35 pm

Conference today on Indias vision of becoming a developed nation

Sharanabasveshwar College of Commerce is, in association with the Indian Economic Association, hosting the national event in Kalaburagi

The Hindu 15 Dec 2025 6:32 pm

Improved waste segregation boosts RDF collection in Bengaluru, says BSWML

Bengaluru Solid Waste Management Limited (BSWML) on Monday announced that segregation of waste at source has improved in the city, which has resulted in a rise in the collection of low-value plastic waste, also known as refuse derived fuel

The Hindu 15 Dec 2025 6:32 pm

Punjab Congress president Warring moves HC seeking videography of Zila Parishad, Panchayat Samiti vote counting

CHANDIGARH: Punjab Congress president Amarinder Singh Raja Warring on Monday moved the Punjab and Haryana High Court seeking mandatory videography of the counting of votes for the Zila Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections, scheduled to be held on Wednesday, following polling on December 14. A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) was filed by Warring on Monday through advocate Nikhil Ghai. It states that he absence of mandatory videography during counting renders the process opaque and vulnerable to arbitrariness and manipulation, potentially undermining public confidence in grassroots democracy. It invokes constitutional provisions, including Articles 14 (equality), 21 (right to life and liberty), and 243K (powers of State Election Commission), asserting that free and fair elections are part of the basic structure of the Constitution. The court is scheduled to hear the public interest litigation on Tuesday. Ghai said on the petitioners behalf that the counting of votes was an integral and decisive stage of the election process, continuing until the declaration of results. The petitioner contended that the absence of videography rendered the process opaque and vulnerable to arbitrariness and allegations of manipulation, thereby eroding public confidence in democratic institutions. Despite this being a settled legal position, the counting of votes in Zila Parishad elections was conducted without mandatory videography, leaving no objective or verifiable record of the most sensitive phase of the elections, the plea said. The petition sought preventive institutional safeguards, including directions to mandate videography of the entire counting process, secure preservation of videographic records for a prescribed period, and their availability for judicial or statutory scrutiny. It also sought the framing of uniform and binding guidelines governing videography, storage, access and accountability. Earlier, the high court had directed the State Election Commission (SEC) to ensure the non-partisan conduct of police personnel and to inquire into allegations of misconduct by the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) and the Congress, as both parties had claimed that their candidates and workers were allegedly intimidated and attacked to prevent them from participating in the poll process. There was a low voter turnout of 48 per cent in these polls, compared to 58.1 per cent in 2018.

The New Indian Express 15 Dec 2025 6:31 pm

Anant Ambani To Host Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez And Others At Vantara During The GOAT India Tour

Football icon's GOAT Tour of India heading to Gujrat

Deccan Chronicle 15 Dec 2025 6:30 pm

Red Fort blast: Court extends NIA custody of Soyab, Naseer Bilal by four more days

NEW DELHI: A Delhi court on Monday extended the NIA custody of Soyab , a Faridabad resident accused of harbouring Red Fort bomber Umar-un-Nabi, and Dr Naseer Bilal Malla , a resident of Jammu and Kashmir's Baramulla district, for four more days. The probe agency produced Soyab at the Patiala House Court amid tight security on Friday upon the expiry of his previous 10-day custody granted on December 5. Naseer was produced upon the expiry of his seven-day National Investigation Agency (NIA) custody which was granted on December 9. Media persons were barred from covering the proceedings. The accused were produced before Principal and Sessions Judge Anju Bajaj Chandna who allowed the probe agency to quiz Soyab and Naseer in its custody for four more days. An official spokesperson for the NIA had earlier said the agency arrested Soyab, a resident of Dhauj in Haryana's Faridabad, for allegedly providing logistical support to errorist Umar-un-Nabi before the Delhi terror bomb blast. Dr Naseer Bilal Malla is the eighth accused arrested by the NIA in the case, which is linked to a white-collar terror module busted by the Jammu and Kashmir Police. The NIA team arrested the doctor from Delhi on December 9, calling him a key accused in the conspiracy. According to the NIA investigations, Naseer had knowingly harboured the dead accused Umar-un-Nabi by providing him logistical support. He is also accused of destruction of evidence related to the terrorist attack, the agency stated earlier on December 9. Umar-un-Nabi was driving the explosive-laden i20 car that detonated outside the Red Fort on November 10, killing 15 people and injuring several others. PTI had earlier reported that the sophisticated terror module spearheaded by a group of doctors had been actively scouting for a suicide bomber since last year, with Umar being the alleged key planner.

The New Indian Express 15 Dec 2025 6:29 pm

Frustrated: Anupam Kher's IndiGo flight to Khajuraho Film Festival cancelled

Actor Anupam Kher's trip to the Khajuraho International Film Festival was briefly halted due to a cancelled IndiGo flight from Varanasi. He plans to explore Varanasi, try local food, and visit the Vishwanath temple while awaiting his onward journey. His film 'Tanvi The Great' will be screened at the festival.

The Economic Times 15 Dec 2025 6:29 pm

Train firing: Court orders medical examination of accused former RPF constable

Mumbai: A court here on Monday ordered medical examination of former Railway Protection Force constable Chetansinh Chaudhary, held for shooting dead his senior colleague and three passengers on a moving train. Chaudhary (34) has sought bail citing mental health conditions. The matter was listed for arguments on Monday, but instead of hearing arguments, Additional Sessions Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 15 Dec 2025 6:28 pm

President Murmu to visit Karnataka, TN, Telangana from Dec 16 to 22

New Delhi: President Drouapdi Murmu will visit Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Telangana from December 16 to 22, her office said on Monday. On Tuesday, Murmu will inaugurate the 1066th Jayanthi celebrations of Adi Jagadguru Sri Shivarathreeshwara Shivayogi Mahaswamiji at Malavalli in Karnatakas Mandya district on Tuesday, a statement issued by the Rashtrapati Bhavan said. On Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 15 Dec 2025 6:28 pm

IndiaU.S. tie-ups focused on frontier technology domains, says Consul General

U.S. Consul General Laura Williams interacts with RTIH team members to understand its role in nurturing innovation-led entrepreneurship in A.P.

The Hindu 15 Dec 2025 6:28 pm

Man murdered in Salem

The Hindu 15 Dec 2025 6:26 pm

Delhi smog takes toll on pet animals, birds; vets see surge in respiratory cases

New Delhi: Pets and birds are increasingly showing signs of respiratory distress, eye infections, and stomach ailments with rising pollution in Delhi, the citys veterinary doctors have said. Doctors say animals, especially those that stay close to the ground, are more vulnerable to fine particulate matter, particularly PM2.5, which penetrates deep into the lungs and Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 15 Dec 2025 6:26 pm

More than a spirit: Sanjay Dutt, Paresh Ghelani unveil TIGERFIRE a story of resilience in a bottle

Entering the rapidly evolving Indian spirits landscape with a bold statement of intent, TIGERFIRE has officially launched as a new premium artisanal vodka.

IBTimes 15 Dec 2025 6:26 pm

NCAER appoints Suresh Goyal as 11th director general

Suresh Goyal is set to become the new director general of NCAER on January 5, 2026, succeeding Poonam Gupta. With over three decades of experience in both private and public sectors, Goyal most recently served as MD and CEO of the National Highway Infra Trust. NCAER, India's oldest economic think tank, was founded in 1956.

The Economic Times 15 Dec 2025 6:23 pm

In a first, stall booking for Santiniketans prestigious Poush Mela to be entirely online

In the long history of the winter fair, it has been cancelled only on three occasions during the Bengal famine of 1943, the aftermath of Direct Action Day in 1946, and during the COVID-19 pandemic

The Hindu 15 Dec 2025 6:22 pm

India-China conflict sites in Sikkim are now tourist attractions

Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang flags off 25 motorcycles and vehicles in Gangtok to mark the opening of Cho-La and Dok-La for visitors under the Bharat Rannbhoomi Darshan initiative

The Hindu 15 Dec 2025 6:20 pm

Five, including 4 Indian expats win Rs 1 crore in Big Ticket draw

In the latest Big Ticket weekly e-draw on Sunday, December 14, five people, including four Indian expats, won Rs 1,23,48,360. Each winner took Rs 24,69,672 home. The five participants are Ali Alkaabi from Abu Dhabi, Ritesh Dhanak from Gujarat, Ajay Kumar and Sreejith Sreedharan from Kerala, Shakil Ahmad Nazrul Haque from Bihar. In an interview Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 15 Dec 2025 6:17 pm

Brindha Manickavasakans concert for Madhuradhwani was a mixed bag

Her concert featured serene and vibrant songs, but the clash of many ideas did not make for pleasant listening.

The Hindu 15 Dec 2025 6:15 pm

Maharashtra CM's wife Amruta Fadnavis meets Lionel Messi, gets massive backlash online due to...

Amruta Fadnavis can be seen chewing gum and brazenly walking past footballer Luis Suarez to take a selfie with Messi

DNA India 15 Dec 2025 6:15 pm

MGNREGA renaming row: New VB-G RAM G Bill sparks Opposition backlash; Kharge flags proposal part of 'BJP-RSS conspiracy'

Opposition leaders have strongly criticized the Centre's move to repeal and replace the MGNREGA, questioning the removal of Mahatma Gandhi's name. Critics allege a conspiracy to dismantle a rights-based law, calling the renaming hypocritical and an insult to the Father of the Nation. The proposed bill aims to revamp rural employment with a new framework.

The Times of India 15 Dec 2025 6:15 pm

BMC polls: Mayahuti eyes Mumbai; Thackeray reunion irks Congress; the contest explained

Maharashtra's long-pending civic body elections are finally scheduled for January 15, with results on January 16. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) polls are seen as a key political mood test, pitting the ruling Mahayuti alliance against a fractured opposition. Control of the BMC, Asia's wealthiest civic corporation, holds immense political and economic significance.

The Times of India 15 Dec 2025 6:13 pm

Retired doctor in Kalaburagi cheated of 1.26 crore in digital arrest scam

The cyber fraudsters threatened the doctor while impersonating as Mumbai Crime Branch officials

The Hindu 15 Dec 2025 6:13 pm

India, Mexico in talks for possible Preferential Trade Agreement to mitigate tariff hit

Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal said the proposed 50% tariffs by Mexico would impact $2 billion worth of Indias exports

The Hindu 15 Dec 2025 6:13 pm

Actor Regena Cassandra interview: On completing 20 years in films and her love for the craft

Regena, who turned 35 this week, looks back at her 20-year journey in films since Kanda Naal Mudhal and talks about the joys of preparing for a character

The Hindu 15 Dec 2025 6:12 pm

Aishwarya Rai: Indian Elegance on the Global Stage

The Economic Times 15 Dec 2025 6:11 pm

University of Liverpool marks start of Bengaluru campus project

The University said the Bengaluru campus has been designed as an integrated teaching and research facility, with smart classrooms,specialisedlaboratories, research and innovation spaces, collaborationhubsand access to Bloomberg terminals.

The Hindu 15 Dec 2025 6:07 pm

Ram Temple Trust to seek SCs title suit evidence for museum preservation

LUCKNOW: The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has decided to seek the return of key evidence and documents related to the Ram JanmabhoomiBabri Masjid title suit from the Supreme Court of India, with plans to preserve them in a museum being developed within the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple complex in Ayodhya. The materials include evidence and documents that formed the basis of the Supreme Courts landmark verdict delivered on November 9, 2019, which settled the long-standing dispute. According to Nripendra Misra, chairman of the Ram Temple Construction Committee and a former IAS officer, all archaeological and historical evidence recovered during excavations conducted by the Archaeological Survey of India is currently in the custody of the Supreme Court. The Trust will formally write to the court requesting that these documents and artefacts be handed over to it for preservation. Misra, who was in Ayodhya, said that as there was now no legal challenge to the verdict, the Trust aimed to preserve the complete historical record for posterity. According to Misra, a museum with special galleries is being constructed within the Ram Temple complex. These galleries will present episodes from the Ramayana period and display artefacts recovered during archaeological excavations. An MoU is being finalised with IIT-Madras for the scientific design, presentation and construction of the museum and its galleries. Using modern technology, the museum will showcase ancient remains alongside important events from the Treta era. The galleries are expected to be completed by March 2026. Misra said the Ram Mandir complex would not remain only a place of worship but would also function as a research centre. He added that the temple trust planned to collect copies of various versions of the Ramayana prevalent in India and abroad. He said the Trust had contacted Varanasi Sanskrit University and initiated the process of acquiring an ancient copy of the Valmiki Ramayana. The museum on the temple premises is expected to help future generations understand both the archaeological history of Ram Janmabhoomi and the long movement associated with it. Moreover, the Temple Trust has also decided that a temple will be built at the exact spot where Ramlala, along with his brothers, was earlier enshrined before the consecration ceremony. A memorial dedicated to the martyrs who sacrificed their lives during the Shri Ram Temple movement is also being constructed nearby. A meeting of the Ram Mandir Trust was held in Ayodhya on Saturday, during which it was decided to celebrate the second anniversary of the consecration ceremony on December 31, 2025, as Pratishtha Dwadashi. As part of the celebrations, flags will be hoisted on the spires of the seven sub-temples built within the temple complex. All Pratishtha Dwadashi programmes will be held at Angad Teela. Major events will include Shri Ram Katha, Mandala Puja from December 27 to 31, and a musical Akhand Path of Shri Ramcharitmanas. Bhajan Sandhya will also be organised, featuring singers Anup Jalota, Suresh Wadkar and Tripti Shakya. Cultural programmes, including Kathak dance-dramas and a Kavi Sammelan, will also be organised. It was also decided at the meeting that around 400 workers involved in the temple construction will be honoured on March 19, 2026, coinciding with the Hindu New Year.

The New Indian Express 15 Dec 2025 6:06 pm

Murmu to Visit Telangana, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu from Dec. 16 to 22

The President will inaugurate the National Conference for the Chairpersons of Public Service Commissions, being organised by the Telangana Public Service Commission at Hyderabad on December 19

Deccan Chronicle 15 Dec 2025 6:05 pm

School assembly news headlines for December 16: Top national, international & sports updates

Parliamentary discussions on education and elections took place. Prime Minister Modi began a three-nation tour. India's solar capacity saw a significant rise. International relations saw engagement with UAE and Australia. Sports news featured cricket victories and a football legend's arrival. Business saw WPI inflation remain negative. Education news included exam result dates and syllabus releases.

The Economic Times 15 Dec 2025 6:02 pm

Watch | How great composers shaped the Carnatic music repertoire | K. Gayatri

In this Margazhi season, vocalist Dr. K. Gayatri begins a special series celebrating four iconic South Indian composers across four languages. In this episode, she explores the life and musical brilliance of Kavi Kunjara Bharathi, the 19thcentury Tamil poetcomposer behind masterpieces like Alagar Kuravanji and the soulful padam Even Yaro Ariyen.

The Hindu 15 Dec 2025 6:00 pm

'Aligning Rural Development With Viksit Bharat': What Are The Features Of 'G RAM G' Bill?

The Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025, which has been listed in the Lok Sabha's supplementary list of business, is a new scheme altogether

News18 15 Dec 2025 5:59 pm

Do travelers need to delete 5 apps when flying during the holidays? Heres what you need to know

Travelers are warned about a viral claim that TSA agents check phones for five specific apps. This is not true. TSA officers can ask you to power on your device but do not read its contents. US Customs and Border Protection may search phones at borders, but this is rare and not limited to specific apps or seniors.

The Economic Times 15 Dec 2025 5:58 pm

Lionel Messi To Visit Vantara: Anant Ambani To Host Football Legend In Jamnagar

Lionel Messi and his Inter Miami teammates Luis Suarez and Rodrigo De Paul will be hosted by Vantara founder Anant Ambani

News18 15 Dec 2025 5:58 pm

Who is King Abdullah II? Jordon's monarch hosting PM Modi, whose real estate empire spread over US, UK, has net worth of Rs...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on a four-day trip where he was welcomed in Amman, Jordon, by King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein. He ascended the throne after his father's death in 1999 making him the longest serving monarch. His wealth includes overseas real estate properties.

DNA India 15 Dec 2025 5:56 pm

Stock markets close marginally lower on foreign fund outflows, weak rupee; Sensex slips 54 pts

Mumbai, Dec 15 (PTI) Benchmark stock indices Sensex and Nifty pared most of early losses to close marginally down on Monday amid persistent foreign fund outflows and weak global trends. The 30-share BSE Sensex closed lower by 54.30 points, or 0.06 per cent, at 85,213.36. The benchmark opened lower and declined further by 427.34 points, or 0.50 per cent, to hit a low of 84,840.32, but value buying in FMCG and IT shares in the second half helped cut losses. The 50-share NSE Nifty edged lower by 19.65 points, or 0.08 per cent, to 26,027.30. The broader index hit a

The Sen Times 15 Dec 2025 5:55 pm

Prediabetes isn't forever? 7 vegetables that reverse this stage and bring blood sugar levels normal again

Prediabetes isn't a life sentence. Switching to fiber-rich, low-glycemic vegetables like leafy greens and cruciferous crops can stabilize blood sugar levels and even reverse the condition within months when paired with moderate exercise and weight loss. Here's what the evidence shows and how to build your plate.

The Economic Times 15 Dec 2025 5:54 pm

Western Star and Buckingham impress

The Hindu 15 Dec 2025 5:53 pm

Evening news wrap: Centre to replace MGNREGA with VB-G RAM G; PM lands in Jordan, begins 3-nation tour and more

The Centre is set to replace MGNREGA with the VBG RAM G Bill, 2025, offering 125 days of work with a focus on rural, climate, and digital issues. Meanwhile, PM Modi commenced a three-nation tour in Jordan, with subsequent visits to Ethiopia and Oman to strengthen bilateral ties and economic partnerships.

The Times of India 15 Dec 2025 5:52 pm