The Supreme Court rejected the custody plea by Atul Subhash's mother for her minor grandson, stating she was a stranger to the child. It advised custody matters be handled in trial court. The child's estranged mother, granted bail in a related suicide abetment case, remains in Bengaluru.
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Nearly 70% of the weapons surrendered in Manipur came from four Valley districts — Imphal East, Imphal West, Thoubal, and Bishnupur. These surrenders followed a call given by governor Ajay Bhalla. A total of 991 weapons, along with thousands of ammunition items, grenades, bombs, and IEDs, were turned in by rebels and protesters.
Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma caused a political stir by referring to PM Narendra Modi as his favourite actor. Congress used this to criticize Modi, claiming the PM is more of an actor than a leader. BJP defended Modi, asserting the question was about a 'hero.' The dispute gained significant attention on social media.
The state's first Budget after Mahayuti govt's win reveals a record-high debt of Rs 9.3 lakh crore and a revenue deficit of Rs 45,891 crore for 2025-26. No new major schemes are introduced, focusing instead on existing ones. Local body poll budget allocations have increased, and new taxes are proposed to generate Rs 1,125 crore revenue.
India's bowling coach Morne Morkel on Sunday admitted struggles containing Travis Head's century in the Brisbane Test. Head and Smith's 171-run partnership propelled Australia to 405/7 on Day 2. Morkel highlighted the need to improve bowling with the older ball, particularly between overs 50 and 80, and execute planned strategies more effectively.
A 28-year-old police constable married a 25-year-old woman, a day after she accused him of raping her a second time and threatening her. The previous rape case registered in 2023 is being heard in a court in Mainpuri. A possible agreement between the two led to the marriage.
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk visited hunger-striking farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal at the Khanauri border protest site to show solidarity. Dallewal, 70, has been fasting since November 26 to demand a legal guarantee for MSP. The Supreme Court has given Punjab government until December 31 to persuade Dallewal to move to a hospital.
PM Narendra Modi welcomed Qatar Amir Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani at the airport, marking his first visit to India in nine years. This gesture places Al-Thani among a select group of dignitaries who received this honor. Discussions will focus on enhancing cooperation in trade, investment, technology, and energy, and addressing regional and global issues, including the Gaza situation.
A murder suspect, Sajjak Alam, who had escaped after shooting two policemen, was killed in an encounter while attempting to flee to Bangladesh in West Bengal. Intercepted by an eight-member police team, Sajjak fired at officers, prompting retaliatory shots. He succumbed to his injuries during surgery. Four officers involved in the incident have been suspended pending further investigation.
Praggnanandhaa and Gukesh played an intense draw at the Tata Steel Chess Tournament in Wijk aan Zee, maintaining their lead with 5.5 points. Arjun Erigaisi's disappointing run continued with another draw, while Fabiano Caruana and Wei Yi secured crucial wins. In the Challengers section, Thai Dai Van Nguyen leads, with Vaishali Rameshbabu managing a draw.