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In a major relief for New Delhi, the Supreme Court has eased GRAP-IV (Stage IV) restrictions due to improved air quality. The Court directed the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) to reduce these measures to GRAP-II (Stage II) but restrained any further relaxation.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that Honda has announced a recall involving approximately 205,760 SUVs in the United States due to concerns of potential fuel leak.

United States President-elect Donald Trump is once again gaining popularity among an army of clay figurines who have their pants and are shown defecating. The figurines have been created by Spanish craftsmen as part of a tradition which is popular in the north-eastern Catalonia region of the country.

Internet censors have taken down a speech by prominent Chinese economist Gao Shanwen after he warned that a widespread lack of opportunities for young people was pulling down growth in the country, Radio Free Asia reported.

Nepal's government has approved projects valued at USD 20 million as grant assistance from China. The announcement comes ahead of Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli’s upcoming official visit to China, his first since taking office for the fourth time. This move will strengthen bilateral relations and foster collaboration in various development initiatives. Watch to know more!

When Pushpa: The Rise was released in 2021, filmmaker Sukumar and team perhaps had not envisioned its global success. Three years later, the stakes are high as Pushpa: The Rule hits theatres globally.

The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) of Bangladesh on Thursday ordered the authorities to ban the dissemination of all the “hate speeches” of ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina in the media and on social networking platforms.

Preliminary data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) showed UK new car registrations fell 1.9 per cent in November, with a total of 153,610 sold.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar, ace India seamer and Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s (RCB) newest recruit, has picked a stunning hat-trick in the ongoing Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) for Uttar Pradesh.

According to reports, Israel has submitted a revised proposal to Hamas, signaling its willingness to agree to a ceasefire lasting up to 60 days. The updated terms largely reflect a phased approach discussed in August, but the focus has shifted to ensuring the immediate execution of the first phase. This phase is believed to prioritize the release of hostages and may include reciprocal concessions. The proposal aims to create a framework for broader negotiations while addressing urgent humanitarian and security concerns. Watch in for more details!

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched the PSLV-C59/PROBA-3 mission on Thursday. Originally scheduled for launch on Wednesday, December 4, the mission was postponed due to an anomaly detected in the spacecraft. Following rectifications, the mission proceeded smoothly, further demonstrating ISRO's robust problem-solving capabilities and commitment to mission safety and success. Watch to know more!

Scientists have made it possible for people to see the real face of Santa Claus for the first time in nearly 1,700 years. Saint Nicholas of Myra was a Christian saint who was known to give gifts to people and was the inspiration behind the Dutch folk figure of Sinterklaas who later became Santa Claus.

Israel has shared an updated proposal for a hostage deal with the Palestinian militant group Hamas, according to an Axios report, citing two Israeli officials. The updated proposal is similar to the phased plan under discussion in August, however, it is now focused primarily on getting the first phase done, as per the report.

President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly considering Florida Governor Ron DeSantis as a potential replacement for Pete Hegseth, his current nominee for Secretary of Defense. This comes amidst concerns raised by Republican senators over allegations regarding Hegseth's personal life, according to sources familiar with the discussions. The move indicates Trump's search for a suitable candidate to head the Pentagon while addressing the concerns of his party colleagues. Watch to know more!

Ahead of the second Test versus Australia, i.e. a day-night contest in Adelaide, Indian captain Rohit Sharma, on Thursday (Dec. 5), gave an unmissable reply when reminded about India's 36 all-out, during their last pink-ball contest in Australia (also held at the same venue).

A minister in the United Kingdom has issued a startling warning, Alistair Carns said that the country's army could be wiped out in as little as six months if it were forced to fight a war on the scale of the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Watch in for more details!

In an internal memo seen by Reuters, Swedish battery maker Northvolt is negotiating the sale of its profitable industrial battery business, Northvolt Systems Industrial, by the end of the year as central to a strategy to reduce financial strain.

Triptii Dimri has had a fabulous year at the films this year. As we are close to rounding out the year that was 2024, IMDb has released its Most Popular Indian Stars of 2024 ranking and no surprises here as the Animal star has grabbed the top spot.

According to reports, Israel has submitted a revised proposal to Hamas, signaling its willingness to agree to a ceasefire lasting up to 60 days. The updated terms largely reflect a phased approach discussed in August, but the focus has shifted to ensuring the immediate execution of the first phase. This phase is believed to prioritize the release of hostages and may include reciprocal concessions. The proposal aims to create a framework for broader negotiations while addressing urgent humanitarian and security concerns. Watch in for more details!