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Two alleged gunmen killed 15 people at a Jewish celebration in Sydney. Police identified the attackers as a father and son. The father died at the scene, while the son is in critical condition. Officials are investigating the incident as a targeted antisemitic attack. The community mourns the victims, aged 10 to 87.

India's top business leaders convened to discuss the nation's economic trajectory, acknowledging both global challenges and domestic strengths. They highlighted rural transformation, political stability, and entrepreneurial spirit as key confidence boosters. However, concerns linger over innovation, R&D investment, and the need for greater private capital deployment to sustain momentum towards global leadership.

The upcoming session of Parliament is set to spotlight the SHANTI Bill, 2025, a paradigm-shifting legislation aimed at revitalizing the nuclear energy landscape. By axing outdated laws, it paves the way for private sector participation and introduces innovative entities for resolving disputes and managing claims.

BJP MLAs from Manipur, including former Chief Minister Biren Singh and Assembly Speaker Satyabrata Singh, went to Delhi on Saturday to attend the Sunday's meeting convened by the party's Central leadership.

Amidst global volatility, India projects a confident economic stance, reshaping globalization with strategic autonomy in trade and resource management. Times Internet chairman Satyan Gajwani highlighted this at the ET CEO Roundtable 2025, celebrating business leaders who exemplify India's growth and resilience in an uncertain world.

The Democratic Party has been Hong Kong's flagship opposition since its founding three years before the financial hub's return to Chinese rule from Britain in 1997. It used to sweep city-wide legislative elections and push China on democratic reforms and upholding freedom.

Parliamentarians engaged in intense debates on Vande Mataram and electoral reforms, showcasing flair and passion without clear winners or losers. The House functioned, allowing all voices to be heard, and the government even agreed to an Opposition proposal for an air pollution discussion, highlighting the power of debate over disruption.

Arsenal took the lead with 20 minutes left via an own goal from Wolves keeper Sam Johnstone, but were given a massive scare when the visitors equalised through Tolu Arokodare in the 90th minute. Their blushes were spared, however, when Yerson Mosquera headed the ball into his own net in the 94th minute to ensure victory for the league leaders.

Rahul Gandhi asserts his party's fight for truth will defeat vote chori and end the Modi government's rule. He criticizes election commissioners for aiding the government. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra echoes these sentiments, claiming BJP wins unfairly. Party president Mallikarjun Kharge also supports these claims, highlighting the party's commitment.

The Indian Army is significantly boosting its drone capabilities with over 5,000 crore in orders for indigenous systems. Rigorous trials, simulating battlefield jamming and spoofing, ensured these drones are robust. A key focus was excluding Chinese components, with Munitions India Limited and private firms like NewSpace Research & Technologies securing substantial contracts for various drone roles.

Japan's offer of support is significant in the backdrop of the US not including India in its recently announced initiative on critical minerals and critical technology.

I extend my sincere condolences to the families who lost their loved ones. We stand in solidarity with the people of Australia in this hour of grief. India has zero tolerance towards terrorism and supports the fight against all forms and manifestations of terrorism, the Prime Minister wrote on X.

A civilian is being celebrated as a hero in Sydney. He bravely tackled and disarmed an armed attacker at a Jewish holiday event. This courageous act potentially saved many lives during the incident. The bystander's quick thinking is widely praised. Authorities are investigating the attack further.

Football legend Lionel Messi visited Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium. He met cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar. Messi received a Team India jersey. The event featured cultural performances and a friendly football match. Messi interacted with young footballers. He also met Indian football star Sunil Chhetri.

The Election Commission has appointed five nodal officers for the First Level Checking of electronic voting machines. These officers are from different states. This preparation is for the upcoming West Bengal assembly elections.

The December horoscope emphasises adaptability. While progress may feel slow, astrologers recommend viewing this phase as preparation rather than stagnation. Strategic pauses, emotional awareness and realistic expectations will prove essential.

News headlines for December 15: Delhi schools are now operating in a hybrid mode due to pollution. Prime Minister Modi embarks on a visit to Jordan. New tourism facilities have opened in Kashmir. The BJP has a new national working president. A mass shooting occurred in Sydney. India leads South Africa in the T20 series. The Odisha Masters badminton tournament has concluded.

Today School holiday 15th December: Indian schools will operate as usual on Monday, December 15, 2025. No national holidays or breaks are scheduled for this date. Winter vacations will commence later in December for most regions. An exception is the Winter Zone of Jammu & Kashmir, which is already on a long winter recess. Parents in Delhi-NCR should monitor advisories for potential weather-related adjustments.

The proposed project, which will come up at Juvvaladinne Fishing Harbour, is aimed at positioning the state as a key hub for next-generation maritime and autonomous systems development.

Hanukkah commemorates the triumph of the Maccabees over the Greek-Syrian rulers in the second century BCE and the rededication of Jewish worship at the Temple. Tradition holds that a single flask of pure oil, sufficient for just one day, miraculously burned for eight days, giving time for fresh oil to be prepared.

Hamas has confirmed the death of its top commander Raed Saad, killed by Israel. Israel stated Saad was a key figure in the October 7 attack. The conflict continues with accusations of truce violations from both sides. Israel seeks the return of a final hostage. The war has resulted in significant Palestinian casualties.

Russia is not a member of the International Criminal Court (ICC), and none of the defendants were present in court.

A Powerball ticket carrying a $1 million prize, along with five other tickets were sold in the US in Saturday nights draw, as the jackpot once again remained without a winner.

Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde targeted Uddhav Thackeray. He spoke about Rehman Dakait robbing Mumbai's treasury and vowed a reply from the Dhurandhar Mahayuti alliance. Shinde highlighted government schemes and development plans for Vidarbha. He asserted the Mahayuti will win upcoming municipal elections. The alliance aims to fulfill Balasaheb Thackeray's dreams for Mumbai.

Manik Saha said he had accepted the decision taken by the PM, though his family had been sceptical about it. There had been rumours that the two leaders had differences over party matters.

What happened in Australia today: A mass shooting at Sydneys Bondi Beach has left at least 11 people dead and 29 others injured, including two police officers, according to authorities.

Bihar minister Nitin Nabin appointed BJP's National Working President. Know about his career and more: Nitin Nabin's appointment as BJP national working president sparks speculation about a generational shift, positioning the 45-year-old Bihar minister as a potential successor to J.P. Nadda. Nabin, a five-term MLA with significant electoral success and ministerial experience, is seen as a dark horse choice backed by top leadership, including Prime Minister Modi.

Australia shooting at Sydney Bondi beach: Common man lauded as hero by Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and citizens for disarming the gunman.

The Indian Navy is set to enhance its capabilities with two significant inductions. On December 17, the second MH 60R helicopter squadron, INAS 335, will be commissioned in Goa. This advanced helicopter will boost the Navy's combat readiness. Additionally, the first indigenously built Diving Support Craft, DSC A20, will join the fleet in Kochi on December 16.

The announcement was made in the presence of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Deputy Chief Ministers Keshav Prasad Maurya and Brajesh Pathak.

U.S. Stock Market: S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq are witnessing volatile movememt of AI-related stocks.

Retired Lieutenant General Dushyant Singh stated that 'Operation Sindoor 2.0' is inevitable. He highlighted Pakistan's continued focus on Kashmir, supported by China and Turkiye. Singh emphasized India's need to enhance its narrative-building and cyber warfare capabilities. He also called for a codified national security strategy and increased defense spending.

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The first mission in this series is expected as early as next week, signalling a tightly packed launch calendar with both strategic and commercial goals. At the heart of the schedule is Indias heaviest rocket, the LVM3. Under a commercial agreement handled by New Space India Limited (NSIL), the LVM3 will place the Bluebird-6 communication satellite of US-based AST SpaceMobile into orbit.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the shocking and distressing attack, which Australian police dubbed a errorist incident, was eyond comprehension as assailants fired on a gathering celebrating the Jewish festival of Hanukkah.

Sixteen months and thousands of arson, firebombing, graffiti and hate-speech incidents later, the head of the nation's main intelligence agency declared that antisemitism was his number one priority in terms of threat to life.

India firmly rejected Bangladesh's allegations of its territory being used to harm Dhaka's interests. New Delhi reiterated its support for peaceful and credible elections in Bangladesh, emphasizing its consistent stance against allowing its soil for activities inimical to Bangladesh. India expects Dhaka to ensure internal law and order for peaceful polls.

Australia shooting: What happened in Bondi beach, Sydney? One gunman was fatally shot by police and the second arrested. The suspect was in critical condition, authorities said. At least 29 people were confirmed wounded

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Donald Trump, who vowed to reduce inflation if re-elected, insists he has succeeded in this campaign promise, despite opinion polls showing low approval ratings for his economic strategy.

Cameron Green will be available to bowl in the upcoming IPL season. A mistake by his manager led to him being registered as a batter for the mini-auction. Green is a key all-rounder and is expected to attract significant interest. The auction is scheduled to take place in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday. He is eager to participate in the tournament.

Indian family businesses are showing robust growth with many reporting significant annual revenues and double-digit revenue increases. These firms are actively adopting technology, including AI, to manage economic challenges. Expansion plans are underway across various regions. There is also a strong focus on sustainability and governance.