IAF Hosts AviaIndra-2025 Joint Air Exercise With Russia

Prashant Veer, a 20-year old left-arm spin allrounder from Uttar Pradesh, and Kartik Sharma, a 19-year old wicketkeeper from Rajasthan, have smashed the record for the most expensive uncapped Indian player ever bought at an IPL auction, with Chennai Super Kings (CSK) bidding a whopping INR 14.2 crore for each of them at the IPL 2026 auction in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday.


Uncapped Prashant Veer and Kartik Sharma Smash IPL Auction Records

The Indian Rupee began the week by extending its recent slide. On Tuesday, the rupee slipped to a fresh lifetime low Breachin 91 per dollar, marking the fourth consecutive session of record lows. We decode that and more in this next report. Take a look.

Rout in Rupee Dims Hopes of a Strong Recovery in Stocks

Over 58 lakh pre-existing voters have been deleted from the draft list for 2026, due to death, relocation, duplication, missing, and other reasons.


India: 58 Lakh Voters Deleted from West Bengal's Draft Electoral Roll 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali agreed to elevate India Ethiopia relations to a Strategic Partnership during PM Modi’s visit to Addis Ababa.

India-Ethiopia Ties: India & Ethiopia Elevate Bilateral Ties to Strategic Partnerships 

India-Israel Ties Strengthen: Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held strategic talks, focusing on deepening cooperation in technology, security, and broader strategic partnership.

India-Israel Ties Strengthen: Jaishankar, Netanyahu Focus on Tech, Security

Prime Minister Modi was conferred with the award for his contribution towards strengthening India-Ethiopia partnership and for his visionary leadership as a global statesman, the Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement in New Delhi.


PM Modi receives highest award of Ethiopia 

India has sealed over 90% of its borders with Pakistan, while arrests linked to infiltration along the Bangladesh border remain the highest, reflecting intensified security efforts.


India seals over 90% border with Pakistan, Bangladesh tops infiltration arrests

His Holiness the Dalai Lama Arrives at Drepung Gomang Monastery, Karnataka December 12, 2025. Mundgod, Karnataka, India-Yesterday, His Holiness the Dalai Lama left Dharamsala, where large numbers of Tibetans and people from overseas lined the streets and gathered at the airport to see him off, and flew to Delhi.


His Holiness Dalai Lama arrives at Drepung Gomang Monastery

The owners of a controversial Goa nightclub have been brought back to India as police secured a two-day transit remand. The case has drawn attention to alleged violations, nightlife regulation lapses, and accountability in tourist hubs.

This video breaks down the charges, the legal process ahead, and what the case means for law enforcement and nightlife regulation in Goa.

Owners Of Goa Nightclub Back In India, Police Secure Transit Remand For Two Days

#Gravitas On this day, December 16, 54 years ago, history was rewritten on the battlefields of the subcontinent.  On December 16, 1971, nearly 93,000 Pakistani soldiers laid down their arms before the Indian army and the Mukti Bahini in Dhaka, bringing a swift end to a 13-day war and giving birth to Bangladesh.


India marks Vijay Diwas, honouring 1971 war victory

#Gravitas The Indian Army will reportedly receive its final batch of Apache AH-64 attack helicopters in December. On Wednesday, the Indian Navy will commission a new squadron of MH-60R Seahawk helicopters, significantly boosting maritime strike and submarine-hunting capabilities.


Indian Army to get Apache helicopters, Navy to induct Seahawk

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Jordan’s King Abdullah II bin Al Hussein addressed the India–Jordan Business Forum in Amman as the two countries marked 75 years of diplomatic ties. The king called for expanding cooperation into “new horizons,” while Modi said the world needs a new growth engine and trusted supply chains, arguing India and Jordan can play a significant role in meeting that global demand.


Modi, King Abdullah II Pledge Stronger India–Jordan Economic Ties at Amman Business Forum

India has physically fenced 93.25% (2,135 km) of its 2,289 km border with Pakistan, leaving 6.75% (154 km) unfenced, while 79.08% (3,240 km) of the 4,097 km India-Bangladesh border is fenced with 20.92% (857 km) remaining. Additionally, 9.214 km of fencing is complete along the 1,643 km Indo-Myanmar border, Minister of State for Home Nityanand Rai informed the Lok Sabha.

India Fences 93% of Pakistan Border, 79% of Bangladesh Border: MoS Home in Lok Sabha

China has unveiled a new edge to its armoured capabilities with the emergence of the Type 99B main battle tank. The upgraded platform is designed for speed, enhanced firepower, and operations in extreme terrain, including high-altitude environments.

Chinese state media suggests the advanced tank could be deployed along the Indian frontier, raising fresh questions about military preparedness and regional security dynamics along the contested border areas.

China Prepares Tank For High-Altitude Ops Along Indian Frontier

India’s economy is witnessing a striking paradox. The rupee has fallen to a record low of 91.91 against the US dollar, yet exports have surged by 19 percent to $38.13 billion. Even as US tariffs intensify under former President Donald Trump’s trade stance, India’s export performance continues to strengthen.

India's Paradox: Rupee Hits Record Low, Exports Hit Record High, Trump Tariffs Backfire

India marked Vijay Diwas with commemorative events honouring the 1971 victory, as a Bangladesh delegation joined the celebrations to highlight shared history and strong bilateral ties.


Bangladesh delegation joins India's Vijay Diwas celebrations

India’s goods exports surged in November despite global tariff pressures, as a weaker rupee boosted competitiveness, raising questions over whether tariff moves have backfired.


India goods exports rise in November, Trump's tariff gamble backfired

The Luthra Brothers are being deported to India in connection with the Goa nightclub fire that sparked nationwide outrage. Authorities continue investigations into the incident as legal proceedings move forward. This development is a critical update in the ongoing case. 

Goa Police To Take Custody Of Luthra Brothers: Club Owners Land In India

India and Jordan marked 75 years of diplomatic relations, celebrating decades of cooperation in trade, culture, and strategic partnerships. Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized healthcare as a key strategic priority for India during the commemorative events in Amman. The two nations also highlighted joint efforts in business, innovation, and international diplomacy, reinforcing their longstanding friendship. 


India-Jordan Ties: PM Modi Highlights India's Skills, Strengths 

India and Ethiopia have begun high-level bilateral talks led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, focusing on strengthening diplomatic, economic and strategic cooperation.

India-Ethiopia Bilateral Talks Begin With PM Modi

The RELOS agreement sets out procedures governing the movement of military formations, warships and military aircraft between Russia and India, as well as the arrangements for providing logistical support to each other's forces.

India-Russia Logistics Agreement Ratified: Benefits Of The RELOS Agreement 

The Luthra Brothers have been deported to India in connection with the Goa nightclub fire that sparked nationwide outrage. Authorities continue investigations into the incident as legal proceedings move forward. This development is a critical update in the ongoing case. 


Goa Nightclub Fire: Luthra Brothers Deported, Land In India

Police here have arrested 32 individuals following scores of cyberfraud complaints, claiming losses of approximately ₹300 crore, were filed on an online portal of the central government, they said.


Agra cyber crackdown: Dummy accounts used to move & layer cyber crime proceeds 

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