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Following the suicide of a Bengaluru techie allegedly due to a Rs 3 crore divorce demand and harassment by his wife, an Accenture employee, online outrage has erupted. Users are demanding Accenture fire the wife. Accenture has locked its X profile amidst the backlash.

Former President Ram Nath Kovind advocated for 'One Nation, One Election,' highlighting its potential to boost India's GDP by 1-1.5%. He emphasized the need for consensus-building, positioning the initiative as beneficial for the nation. The Union Cabinet approved the proposal in September, aiming for simultaneous elections within a 100-day timeframe.

Sushil Singhania, uncle of Nikita Singhania, has denied involvement in the suicide case of Bengaluru techie, Atul Subhash. Subhash, who died on December 9, accused his wife and her family of harassment in a suicide note. The FIR names Singhania, Nikita, her mother, and brother, accusing them of abetment to suicide and demanding large sums of money.

Provident Fund withdrawal from ATMs soon? The Labour Ministry is upgrading its IT infrastructure, aiming to enable provident fund withdrawals directly from ATMs by 2025. This initiative will simplify access for over 70 million active EPFO contributors.

Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal and Atishi met with the Chief Election Commissioner to address concerns regarding alleged mass deletion of voters' names, primarily targeting vulnerable groups. Kejriwal presented a dossier to the Election Commission, urging them to halt the process and investigate those responsible.

A 34-year-old Bengaluru techie, Atul Subhash, died by suicide after tagging Elon Musk and Donald Trump in a final social media post decrying "woke ideologies" and alleging a "legal genocide of men in India.

Russia's foreign ministry has warned its citizens against travelling to the US, Canada, and some EU countries due to escalating tensions. Spokesperson Maria Zakharova said that bilateral relations are near rupture, citing risks of Russians being targeted by US authorities. This warning comes amid heightened conflict over the Ukraine war and mutual accusations of wrongful detentions.

Congress leader Randeep Surjewala accused the BJP government of weaponizing the Enforcement Directorate (ED), citing a surge in PMLA cases under NDA rule with a low conviction rate. Data revealed an eightfold increase in cases compared to the UPA era, with only 4.6% resulting in convictions.

Trinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee criticized both the BJP and Congress for repeatedly disrupting parliamentary proceedings. He accused the two parties of marginalizing smaller parties and hindering democratic discourse, stating that the House's functioning depends solely on their whims. Banerjee highlighted the challenges faced by smaller parties who are unable to voice their concerns due to the disruptions.

The Times of India is hosting its fourth Medithon on December 13th, focusing on empowering individuals to live well with diabetes. Expert endocrinologists from across India will lead four sessions covering diabetes basics, risk factors, complications, the link with obesity, and importantly, prevention, management, and reversal. Read the article to know more.

The Great Indian Kapil Sharma Show's second season is concluding with a star-studded finale. Varun Dhawan, the Baby John team, including Atlee, Kalees, Wamiqa Gabbi, and Keerthy Suresh, will join Kapil for the last episode. The finale promises entertainment and laughter, featuring Varun Dhawan's unexpected pole dancing and Sunil Grover's return as Shah Rukh Khan from Jawaan.

A Kalyan court ruled in favor of the Maharashtra government, dismissing a Muslim trust's 48-year-old ownership claim to an idgah inside Durgadi Fort. The court cited the trust's failure to file the lawsuit within the required three-year timeframe after the alleged dispossession.

Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, accused the US, Israel, and an unnamed neighboring country of orchestrating the fall of Syria's Assad regime. He claimed to possess evidence supporting this allegation. Meanwhile, rebels seized control of Damascus, ending Assad's rule and prompting celebrations in the streets as people stormed the presidential palace.

Former fast bowler Brett Lee advocates for Josh Hazlewood's return to Australia's playing XI for the Brisbane Test against India, provided he's fully recovered from injury. Despite Scott Boland's impressive five-wicket haul in Adelaide, Lee believes Hazlewood's experience and form warrant immediate selection. The five-match series is currently tied 1-1.

Giorgia Meloni, Italy's Prime Minister, has been named Europe's most powerful person by Politico. Her journey from ultranationalist to key EU player highlights a remarkable shift. Meloni's firm stance on migration and assertive leadership have solidified her position, despite concerns about democratic erosion.

In a competitive environment, attending a top school is vital for a student's success and development. CBSE schools are often the preferred choice for quality education due to their holistic approach. This article explores five popular CBSE schools in Bengaluru, analyzing their performance in seven key parameters from the Cfore Rankings 2024, focusing on education quality and overall development.

Former New Zealand cricketer Lou Vincent opened up about his struggles with depression and his involvement in match-fixing during his time in the now-defunct Indian Cricket League. Feeling vulnerable and seeking belonging, he joined a fixing gang, finding a temporary sense of community. Vincent received lifetime bans, later modified, and now participates in anti-corruption programmes.