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A husband's plea in Gujarat high court for custody of his pregnant wife was dismissed after she chose to stay with her lesbian friend. The woman cited mental and physical harassment and was set free to live as she wished. She denied illegal confinement, affirming her voluntary departure from her matrimonial home.

M.T. Vasudevan Nair, a doyen of Malayalam literature and cinema, passed away in Kozhikode on December 25, 2024. His works mirrored the sociopolitical changes and renaissance that Kerala went through

Delhi recorded a maximum temperature of 22.4 degrees Celsius on Christmas Day, two notches above the season's average. The minimum temperature in the national capital was recorded at 8.4 degrees Celsius, 1.5 notches below normal.

This signifies increased employment opportunities and heightened awareness of employee benefits, bolstered by EPFO’s effective outreach initiatives, a labour ministry statement said on Wednesday.

The planetary outlook for Moon signs in 2025 predicts social, financial, and health prospects. Aries and Leo will experience significant career growth, while Taurus enjoys stable finances. Other signs face challenges in relationships, health, or legal issues, mitigated by strategic planning and preventive measures. Women's roles across signs see balanced growth.

On December 18, 2024, the Maharashtra State Social Justice and Home departments issued a circular notifying the availability of safe houses in every district of Maharashtra for inter-faith and inter-caste couples, married or unmarried.  

Ramps, colour-coded tactile tiles, Braille signage and audio announcements at bus stops. All of these can be put in place with a small investment, say activists

The Bareilly police said that action will be taken against all those found to have helped the three Khalistan Zindabad Force terrorists

Australia's rivalry with India intensified when Virat Kohli collided with 19-year-old batter Sam Konstas during the fourth test at Melbourne. The incident sparked a heated exchange until Usman Khawaja intervened. Australia, who went into lunch at 112-1, saw Konstas score a memorable 60 on debut. Both teams made changes as they seek to secure a series lead.

Sam Konstas, a 19-year-old debutant, captivated the Melbourne Cricket Ground with a remarkable half-century against India. His aggressive play and fearless exchanges, including a memorable run-in with Virat Kohli, caught fans' attention. His performance led to viral Wikipedia edits, showcasing his impact on the game and generating significant social media buzz.

A thin layer of fog covered parts of Delhi this morning, lowering the temperature to 7°C. Dense fog has disrupted rail services but flight operations remain unaffected. The IMD has issued a yellow alert, forecasting moderate to dense fog and possible light rainfall. Supreme Court guidelines on air quality management may impose restrictions based on AQI.

The Akhil Bharatiya Akhada Parishad dismisses threats by Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun against the Maha Kumbh, calling them attempts to sow discord between Hindus and Sikhs. President Mahant Ravindra Puri assures unity, highlights Sikh contributions to Sanatan Dharma, and downplays the threats as routine disruptions.

During the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Virat Kohli sparked controversy by shoulder-bumping debutant Sam Konstas, leading to a heated exchange. Konstas, who eventually scored a half-century, was instrumental for Australia after Pat Cummins won the toss. Ricky Ponting criticized Kohli's actions, suggesting potential consequences from umpires and referees.

During a farewell party for Devendra Sandal, a manager at the central warehouse in Kota, his wife Deepika, who had cardiac issues, suddenly collapsed and was declared dead at the hospital. The couple had no children, and Sandal had taken early retirement to care for his ailing wife.

The preparations for launching the centre are in the final stage, while the State government has sought the support of academicians, technical experts and representatives of ceramic industry to make value addition to its works.

David Sacks defends Sriram Krishnan, Trump's nominee for AI and Crypto Czar, against widespread social media backlash, labelling it as a misinformation-driven campaign. The controversy focuses on immigration fears and false allegations, detracting from pressing immigration issues while underscoring the polarized responses to Trump's cabinet picks.