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The Supreme Court has allowed the Maharashtra State Election Commission to proceed with elections for most local bodies, excluding those with over 50% reservation. Polls for 57 civic bodies exceeding this limit will be subject to the court's final decision on January 21, with results pending the outcome.

Delhi's groundwater faces alarming uranium contamination, ranking third nationally with 13-15% of samples exceeding safe limits. This rise from previous years raises public health concerns, especially with co-occurring high nitrate, fluoride, and salinity levels. Environmental groups are demanding greater transparency on water quality data and treatment protocols.

In a dramatic turn of events, ex-President Donald Trump has announced the invalidation of executive orders issued by Joe Biden via autopen, alleging misuse of the device. Trump has also issued a stern warning of potential perjury accusations against Biden if he maintains that his staff acted under his orders.

Utah Mammoth captain Clayton Keller, despite the sudden passing of his father, Bryan, chose to play the very next day against the Dallas Stars. This decision highlights his profound loyalty and inner strength, honoring his father while supporting his team. Coach Andre Tourigny emphasized the organization's unwavering support for Keller, underscoring their family-first approach.

Over 1,000 Amazon employees have signed an open letter warning of dire consequences from the company's rapid AI development. They argue Amazon is sacrificing climate goals and its human workforce for AI dominance, citing increased emissions, water consumption for data centers, and job displacement. The workers demand ethical AI practices, including clean energy use and employee involvement in AI decisions.

The Supreme Court is set to frame guidelines to protect women's health, dignity, and privacy concerning menstruation, prompted by an incident where sanitation workers were forced to prove they were menstruating. The court expressed concern over 'period-shaming' and issued notices to the Centre, acknowledging the SCBA's petition highlighting widespread such violations.

A pilot's final words, "Cannot see anything, turning…", preceded a fatal helicopter crash near Gaurikund en route to Kedarnath. The Aryan Aviation Bell 407, flying in unpredictable cloud banks, lost visibility and hit a hillside, killing all seven on board. The incident highlights significant weather monitoring shortcomings.

A Pune IT consultant was stabbed in the rib after a minor collision between his scooter and an SUV in Kharadi. The SUV driver and a female companion allegedly assaulted the victim following an argument. Police are searching for the duo, with the driver identified and expected to be apprehended soon. The incident occurred Wednesday evening.

A decade-long study reveals no major Indian city met safe air quality standards between 2015 and November 2025. Delhi consistently ranked as the most polluted, with other cities also experiencing unhealthy AQI levels. Vehicular emissions, industrial pollution, and crop burning are identified as key contributors, exacerbated by geographical factors and weather patterns.

A Lucknow bike mechanic staged his own kidnapping to escape his pregnant wife, paying a minor to deliver a false abduction story. Police uncovered the deception through CCTV footage and surveillance, revealing the man's motive was to 'get rid of her' after frequent arguments.

A permanent resident in Canada, Mandeep Kaur Grewal, initially reported to have died in a car accident, was allegedly murdered by her brother-in-law. Gurjot Singh Khaira has been charged with second-degree murder and indignity to human remains. The family remains in shock, unaware of the motive behind the alleged killing.

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A 14-year-old national-level skater in Ujjain tragically jumped from his school's third floor after being summoned to discuss his mobile phone use. The boy, who sustained severe injuries including spinal fractures, reportedly feared his parents' reaction. He was preparing for a national tournament. An investigation is underway.

A man in Uttar Pradesh, India, was found trapped inside a leopard cage after reportedly entering it while intoxicated. The incident occurred in Bahraich district, where a leopard had recently killed a villager. Forest officials and police conducted a two-hour rescue operation to free the man, who was later released with a warning. Efforts to capture the leopard continue.

LaMelo Ball is fully available for the Charlotte Hornets' NBA Cup game against the Chicago Bulls on November 28, 2025, bringing much-needed direction to a struggling team. The Bulls, however, are facing a severe injury crisis, potentially missing up to seven rotation players, presenting a prime opportunity for the Hornets to regain momentum.

Air travel faces significant disruption this weekend as over 350 IndiGo and Air India A320 family aircraft in India, and thousands globally, are grounded for a crucial software upgrade. This precautionary measure follows an incident where an A320 unexpectedly pitched downward, potentially due to solar radiation affecting flight control data. The upgrade aims to ensure fleet safety.

Leh police allegedly used excessive lethal force without magistrate orders during protests for statehood and Sixth Schedule status, resulting in four deaths and over 80 injuries. Congress and Anjuman-Moin-ul-Islam have submitted claims to a judicial probe commission, highlighting violations of constitutional rights and police protocols.

An Oxford Union debate on India's Pakistan policy was cancelled due to the Pakistan delegation's no-show, leading to accusations of "shambolic management" and the Pakistan High Commission falsely claiming victory. Indian speakers, including J Sai Deepak, were present but refused to debate students instead. The event was marred by last-minute speaker withdrawals and poor communication.

The allegations of vote manipulation by opposition parties in Bihar have been thoroughly dismissed by the Election Commission. They confirmed that no requests for EVM verification were logged, and the routine VVPAT audits showed alignment with the official counts.