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Justice P Velmurugan of the Madras High Court voiced his shame over the Anna University rape case being politicised, urging improved women's safety instead. He criticized political protests and media trials for seeking attention rather than genuine concern. The judge highlighted the need for equal rights and pledged full judicial oversight if investigations falter.

Manu Bhaker, D Gukesh, Harmanpreet Singh, and Praveen Kumar have been named recipients of the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award, India's highest sporting honor. The award celebrates their outstanding contributions to Indian sports. Awardees will be honored by the President of India at a ceremony on January 17, 2025, at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Thane court extends police custody of couple accused in Kalyan girl’s abduction, rape, and murder case by two days

The Ministry of Home Affairs in India has amended the Model Prison Manual and Model Prisons and Correctional Services Act to address caste-based discrimination in prisons. This move, following a Supreme Court directive, aims to ensure no discrimination in prisoners' duties based on caste and prohibits manual scavenging within jails.

Why do the BJP have such arrogance that it does not even talk to anyone, says Arvind Kejriwal

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee accuses the BSF of easing infiltration through border areas like Islampur and Sitai, destabilizing the state. In response, BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari claims the state obstructs land acquisition for BSF outposts, impeding national security, and alleges protection of transborder criminals by the ruling party.

RJD leader Lalu Prasad Yadav signals a possible reunion with Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, hinting at political changes in the state. Despite Lalu's invitation, Nitish remains non-committal. JD(U) allies with BJP in NDA, which faces challenges after the Lok Sabha polls, making Nitish Kumar a pivotal figure. Tejashwi Yadav predicts the end of Nitish's tenure, urging government renewal.

Indian cricket saw iconic players retire and young talent rise in 2024. Veterans like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli stepped away from various formats. The team faced rebuilding while maintaining its winning momentum. Ten players debuted across formats, showcasing a promising future. Their performances symbolised a promising path forward for Indian cricket.

The bench noted that the report filed by Kerala on the removal of waste was surprisingly silent about the quantity of waste removed from the border villages in Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu

Rishabh Pant has struggled in the current Australia tour, with just 154 runs in seven innings, and has faced criticism for poor shot selection. Sydney offers a final chance for redemption. Pant has a strong track record at Sydney Cricket Ground, where he previously scored 292 runs in three innings. India needs a win to level the series and retain the Border Gavaskar Trophy.

Congress leader V D Satheesan criticizes Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan's statement on Sanatana Dharma, arguing it’s part of cultural heritage and not exclusive to the Sangh Parivar. Vijayan had linked Sanatana Dharma to casteism, which Satheesan and KPCC chief K Sudhakaran counter by defending its broader, non-communal essence.

Justice P. Velmurugan, however, suspends his verdict for 90 days to enable the actor to go on appeal before Supreme Court

A Bench of Justices Surya Kant and Ujjal Bhuyan said it needs to clarify that court has never directed to break Mr. Dallewal's protest but is only concerned with his health

Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar’s stint as Governor is watched with immense interest given the tumultuous relationship his predecessor had with Pinarayi Vijayan-led Left government in Kerala

The Union Minister said the absence of the Integrated Horticulture Development Mission has prevented farmers from accessing benefits for nursery establishment, tissue culture facilities, planting material procurement, and post-harvest infrastructure

A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck Vanuatu on 17 December 2024, causing significant damage and loss of life. India expressed condolences and extended a relief assistance of USD 500,000 to support recovery efforts, emphasizing the strong relationship under the Forum for India-Pacific Islands Cooperation (FIPIC). India's commitment to humanitarian aid and disaster response is reaffirmed in this gesture.

Pasumai Thaayagam president Sowmiya Anbumani and members of the PMK women’s wing attempted to stage a demonstration near Valluvar Kottam, for which the police had denied permission

The party has paid ₹42 crore towards premium for the first phase of insurance coverage for 2025 calendar year