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Congress criticizes Prime Minister Modi for 'acronym-itis' following the passage of the VB-G RAM G Bill, which replaces the MGNREGA. The opposition protested the removal of Mahatma Gandhi's name and the financial burden on states, staging a dharna after the bill's approval.

Security guards in Gurgaon vandalized a Mercedes outside Cyber Park after the driver allegedly drove on the wrong side of the road. Witnesses reported an argument and alleged assault by the driver before guards retaliated, smashing the car's windshield, taillights, and side mirror. The incident, captured on video, has not yet resulted in a police complaint.

Adani Group plans a massive Rs 1 lakh crore investment in its airports business over five years, driven by strong growth projections for India's aviation sector. The company is set to launch commercial operations at Navi Mumbai International Airport, a significant expansion that will ease pressure on existing facilities and bolster the group's position as India's largest airport operator.

Indian students studying abroad saw a slight dip in 2025, with 1.2 million enrolled globally. This reflects increased costs and unpredictable visa rules in traditional destinations like Canada, the US, UK, and Australia. Families are now exploring new options, with Germany and France showing significant growth in Indian student numbers.

India’s higher education system has expanded fast, but regulation has stayed cluttered and uneven. This column explains how the Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025 tries to fix that by creating one apex body and three linked councils for regulation, accreditation, and standards, with outcomes and public transparency at the centre. The promise is graded autonomy with accountability.

Parliament's Winter Session concluded Friday with Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha adjourned sine die. Despite disruptions over the VB-G RAM G Bill, both Houses saw significant legislative work, with Lok Sabha achieving 111% productivity. Key bills were passed, and leaders met to mark the session's end, though opposition protests continued.

When income feels just enough, saving isn't about a fixed percentage but a conscious decision to prioritize it. Track expenses to identify leaks, and start with even a small, consistent amount. The key is to make savings non-negotiable and ensure it grows with every income increase, fostering a habit of consistent financial growth.

The Telugu actor was mobbed by her fans during a promotional event of her upcoming film

Neither the Union Government funds Konkan Railway Corporation’s expansion nor merges the fund-starved corporation with Indian Railways

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu asked for an allocation of ₹10,054 crore under SASCI for FY 2025-26 

The CJI-led bench also asked the junior lawyers, who were mentioning the matters for urgent listing, to argue their cases on December 22

Some WazirX customers expressed confusion on the social media platform X, questioning their automatic enrolment in WazirX ZERO even as CEO Nischal Shetty defended the venture

India's exports to China saw a significant 90% surge in November, reaching $2.2 billion, primarily driven by naphtha and specific electronics. However, this spike masks underlying volatility and a growing import dependence on China. The trade deficit with China is widening, raising concerns about India's export strategy and reliance on Chinese goods.

The winter chill intensified at many places in Punjab and Haryana as a thick blanket of fog enveloped several areas in both States

The properties of noted taxidermist Edwin Joubert Van Ingen include a bungalow at Nazarbad in Mysuru and more than 200 acres of plantation land in Wayanad district of Kerala

A incident unfolded in Thyagarajanagar, South Bengaluru, where a 35-year-old gym trainer allegedly kicked a five-year-old boy playing badminton. The unprovoked assault, captured on CCTV, left the child with injuries. Police have registered a case under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, with the accused reportedly undergoing psychiatric treatment.

India and Sri Lanka are set to clash in the ACC Under-19 Asia Cup semifinal, but persistent rain in Dubai poses a significant threat. If the match is washed out, India will advance to the final due to their superior group stage performance, having topped Group A with a perfect record.

US President Donald Trump has suspended the diversity green card lottery program following deadly shootings at Brown University and MIT. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced the pause, stating the suspect, Claudio Neves Valente, entered the US through this program. Valente, a Portuguese national, is suspected of multiple killings before dying by suicide.

Uttam Saha, while speaking to a journalist, had accused Ganguly of being the actual man behind organising Messi's G.O.A.T India tour

The company claimed the issue was settled earlier by the Customs tribunal, which held that Customs duty could not be levied again on re-imports following repairs