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Singh, who passed away on Thursday night at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Delhi at the age of 92, was a key figure in shaping India's economic reforms

Former J&K Chief Minister and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti held a special commemoration ceremony at the party headquarters in Srinagar

The rupee fell to a record low of 85.53 against the dollar, driven by panic dollar buying and increased demand from the month-end, leading RBI to intervene by selling dollars. Despite RBI's intervention, higher US Treasury yields, crude oil prices, and foreign fund outflows kept the rupee under pressure.

Chate is the fourth accused to be arrested in the murder case. He was produced before a court in Kej tehsil of Beed district after his police custody ended on Friday

In 2025, HR will be shaped by hybrid work models, mental health focus, DEI advancements, and AI integration. Demand for specialized talent and rising CXO salaries will be notable trends, with green energy and AI-driven sectors leading in compensation. Skill development remains crucial for workforce competitiveness.

Both Nitish Kumar and Hemant Soren postpone their scheduled programme of Pragati Yatra and Maiya Samman Yojna respectively

Osamu Suzuki, a key figure behind Maruti 800, was instrumental in introducing the small car to India in 1983. His vision and risk-taking attitude significantly shaped the Indian automobile industry, making it a robust economic sector. His efforts modernized industrial practices and created a strong supplier ecosystem in India.

Urban FMCG demand is not expected to fully recover until mid-2025, despite companies focusing on premium products. Inflation is constraining urban spending, while rural areas show recovery. High commodity prices impact discretionary spending. E-commerce is growing for brands like Nestle. Industry executives call for policy measures to stimulate mass consumption and manage inflation.

Several vehicles were stranded on the highway — the only all-weather road link between the valley and the rest of the country — due to the snowfall

Dancer Priya Murale and violinists Nandini and Lalitha honoured

A joint team of police and administrative officials in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district attached properties of three Pakistan-based terrorists under CrPC in connection with an FIR. The action involved properties worth approximately Rs 18.5 lakhs, following the orders from the Court of Judicial Magistrate 1st Class, Kotranka.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has summoned BRS working president KT Rama Rao and other officials concerning financial irregularities in the Formula E race case. The probe under PMLA investigates unauthorized fund transfers, with potential FEMA violations also being examined. Summons have been issued for January 2024.

A cook in Hyderabad, Naseeruddin Khan, stabbed a student, Sai Praveen, in Yousufguda after discovering the latter's romantic interest in a woman he liked. Khan, angered and rejected by the woman, attacked Praveen during a confrontation. Police have filed an attempt to murder charge against Khan.

A college student from Varanasi was extorted and assaulted by a group of men using a dating app on December 7. The attackers lured him, took him to a secluded area, assaulted him, and forced him to transfer Rs 1 lakh via UPI. The incident occurred near his college in Knowledge Park, and the student has filed a police complaint.

A man, Vinod Rathore, was brutally murdered in Indore after being stabbed 18 times and having his throat slit by Pramod Sai Yadav following an intoxicated altercation. The incident occurred in broad daylight, and Pramod was apprehended by locals and handed over to the police. Both victim and perpetrator had no prior enmity.

Politicians cutting across party lines pay tribute to former Prime Minister; a few remember him as a leader who made farmers debt-free and brought the Right to Food and Right to Education, while others recall his contribution to economy

The Ministry of Home Affairs confirmed that the government will allocate space for a memorial for former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. Union Minister Amit Shah communicated this decision to Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Singh's family. This response followed criticism from Congress regarding the planned cremation at Nigambodh Ghat, describing it as an insult to Singh's legacy.