A devastating highway accident involving a tanker truck collision sparked a series of explosions and fire, engulfing over 40 vehicles near Jaipur. Eyewitnesses described horrific scenes of fleeing victims and burning vehicles. The intense flames spread rapidly, leaving many trapped and causing widespread destruction. First responders faced overwhelming devastation, with some victims burned beyond recognition.
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Two women, Falguni Ghosh and her mother Arati, were apprehended at Kumartuli ghat, Kolkata, for attempting to dispose of a body in the Hooghly River. The body, identified as Sumita Ghosh, was found inside a trolley bag. The accused are believed to have killed her over personal or property disputes. A murder investigation is underway.
Police arrested Luigi Mangione, 26, in Pennsylvania for the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in NYC. Mangione's July back injury and subsequent surgery are suspected motives. A note criticizing the US healthcare system and a notebook detailing the murder plan were found with Mangione. He is fighting extradition to New York.
Elon Musk's xAI is set to unveil Grok 3 on Monday, claimed as the smartest AI on Earth after outperforming other models in testing. Grok 3, developed with significant computational resources, promises faster and more accurate capabilities. The launch follows recent success from competitor DeepSeek.
Kolkata municipal workers discovered a young woman's severed head in a Tollygunge garbage dump on Friday morning. Police have initiated a murder investigation and are examining CCTV footage. A sniffer dog led officers to a locked apartment within a nearby residential complex, raising suspicions. The victim's identity remains unknown, and police are reviewing missing person reports.
Balochistan's long-standing insurgency reached a new level, with the Baluch Liberation Army seizing a passenger train. The militants killed 21 passengers before being overpowered by Pakistani forces. The BLA fights for independence and more control over Balochistan's resources, claiming support from India. This attack might weaken their support despite drawing significant attention.
India's Ministry of Home Affairs has reinstated Protected Area Permits for Manipur, Nagaland, and Mizoram due to security concerns over influx from neighboring countries. This reverses a 2010 decision easing travel restrictions to boost tourism. Foreigners, excluding those from China, Pakistan, and Afghanistan, will now need permits.
Bengaluru techie Atul Subhash took his own life. He left a note blaming his wife and her family for harassment. They allegedly demanded a large sum to settle legal disputes. Subhash accused them of false accusations and extortion. He recorded a video detailing his ordeal. A police investigation is underway.
An extensive insurance fraud involving deceased individuals has been uncovered in Uttar Pradesh, extending to 12 states. Scammers manipulated insurance, hospital, and government processes to claim payouts, exploiting loopholes and minimal verification. Authorities have arrested 16 individuals and are conducting a wider probe into the involvement of various institutions. More arrests are expected as the investigation continues.
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.
In Madhya Pradesh's Damoh district, a fake doctor, Narendra Vikramaditya Yadav, is accused of impersonating a British cardiologist and conducting unauthorized heart surgeries at Mission Hospital, leading to seven patient deaths. CCTV footage shows Yadav in formal attire in the operation theatre. Authorities have sealed the cath lab, and Yadav faces charges of forgery and medical negligence.