INDIA
Delhi's Minimum Temperature Dips to 7.6 Degrees, Air Quality Remains in 'Severe' Category
The maximum temperature for the day is expected to be around 24 degrees Celsius with mainly clear skies, as per the weather department. However, concerns about severe air pollution persist, particularly at monitoring stations like Anand Vihar, Bawana, Dwarka Sector 8, ITO, Okhla Phase-II, and the IGI Airport.
Shimla Disappointed as 'White Christmas' Eludes Again, Absence Continues Since 2016
Deforestation and pollution are identified as primary factors in a study by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) examining the snowfall trend in Shimla from 1990 to 2007.
Escalating Air Quality Concerns in Delhi as Anand Vihar Crosses 'Severe' Threshold on AQI
In the Anand Vihar locality, the PM2.5 levels remained alarmingly high, reaching 500, while PM10 also peaked at 500, as reported by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
Jaishankar Condemns Vandalism of Hindu Temple in US, Emphasizes Against Providing Space to Separatists
This incident follows a pattern of similar attacks on Hindu temples, with a recent case in Surrey, Canada, where a temple was vandalized by alleged Khalistani supporters. Pro-Khalistan posters were placed on the walls, calling for an investigation into India's "role" in the death of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.
Merchant Vessel off India's Coast Engulfed in Flames After Drone Collision
Officials from the United Kingdom Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported that the attack, conducted by an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (drone), occurred approximately 200 nautical miles (around 370 km) from Veraval in the Gir Somnath district of Gujarat.
IIT-K Professor Succumbs to Cardiac Arrest During On-Stage Speech
The 53-year-old professor was immediately rushed to Laxmipat Singhania Institute of Cardiology, where he was declared dead upon arrival. According to sources at IIT-Kanpur, Professor Khandekar had been dealing with cardiac health issues since 2019.
Allahabad High Court: No Offence under SC/ST Act if Abuse Occurs in Private, Not Public
In response to an educationist's petition challenging criminal charges for allegedly hurling casteist abuse at a student's father, Justice Shamim Ahmed stated that verbal abuse within the confines of a private space, without an audience, does not constitute an offense under the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989.
Delhi Grapples with Cold, Foggy Conditions Causing Flight Delays, Air Quality Drops to 'Severe'
According to the India Meteorological Department, the minimum temperature dropped to 9.6 degrees Celsius, two notches below the seasonal average.
French President Emmanuel Macron to be Chief Guest at Republic Day celebrations
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has announced that President Macron's visit is in response to an invitation extended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Mastermind Lalit Jha's Police Custody Extended Until January 5 in Parliament Security Breach Case
The incident occurred on December 13, the 22nd anniversary of the 2001 Parliament terror attack, where five people were involved in orchestrating the security breach within the Lok Sabha.
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