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The negotiations with the American firm have been going on and high-level visits have taken place between both sides. The two sides are now looking at concluding the deal at the earliest. The Indian side is aiming to conclude the deal in the next three months by the end of March 2025, sources told ANI.

As the new year approaches, December's Black Moon presents a rare and meaningful celestial event.

Seven to eight Taliban forces were killed along the Durand Line in Upper Kurram district; the Taliban targeted Pakistani border posts using light and heavy weaponry. In the clashes, one Pakistani soldier died and 11 others were wounded. The incident followed Pakistani airstrikes in Afghanistan’s Paktika province, which killed 46 people.

Republicans at the helm of lawmaking are currently going out in full support of Donald Trump's plans of regulating excess government spending in his upcoming tenure as the US President, which will give the Department of Government Efficiency more power. What will happen next?

A Florida pizza delivery worker, Brianna Alvelo, 22, has been charged with attempted murder after allegedly stabbing a pregnant woman 14 times following a dispute over a $2 tip. The incident occurred at the Riviera Motel in Kissimmee. The victim, recovering in stable condition, attempted to protect her child during the assault.

Dr. Manmohan Singh, India's 14th Prime Minister and an esteemed economist, passed away at 92. He played a pivotal role in the 1990s economic reforms, lifting India from a financial crisis. Despite corruption allegations during his second term, his vision and policies significantly impacted India's growth and international relations.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the budget for FY26 on February 1, 2025, with expectations from the Indian startup ecosystem for facilitating policies. Previous measures included abolishing angel tax and adjusting e-commerce tax rates. Continued government support, funding initiatives, and infrastructure development are crucial for driving innovation and startup growth.

King Charles announced his cancer diagnosis in February but has not revealed the type, aiming to empathise with all cancer patients.

Saints entered the Maha Kumbh fair area in a grand procession. The Maha Kumbh will be held in Prayagraj. CM Yogi Adityanath reviewed Khichdi Mela preparations in Gorakhpur. The Mela coincides with Makar Sankranti and Maha Shivratri. Adityanath stressed the Mela's significance. He also reviewed Gorakhpur's development projects and the upcoming Gorakhpur Mahotsav.

The government and Election Commission changed election rules. Public access to some election materials is now limited. This includes CCTV footage from polling stations. A court recently ordered the commission to share such footage. The rule change addresses concerns about misuse of electronic records. It clarifies what election papers are open for inspection. The amendment aims to protect voter secrecy.

India's robust election management system, from Himalayan hamlets to the Sundarbans, is a model for the world. Its scale, integrity, and transparency, overseen by an independent Election Commission, contrast sharply with flaws seen in some Western democracies. India should promote this achievement globally.

India clinched the women's T20I series 2-1 against West Indies with a commanding 60-run victory. Smriti Mandhana's blistering 77 and Richa Ghosh's record-equalling 18-ball fifty propelled India to a formidable 217/4. Ghosh's explosive knock matched the fastest half-century in Women's T20Is. West Indies, despite Chinelle Henry's rapid 43, could only manage 157/9, succumbing to Radha Yadav's four-wicket haul.

The Indian online gaming industry faces a critical deadline as tax authorities prepare to finalize demands based on show-cause notices. The Supreme Court is hearing a case challenging the 28% GST levied on betting amounts, with the industry arguing it should apply only to platform fees.

India's Ministry of Road Transport and Highways will pilot Automated & Intelligent Machine aided Construction (AIMC) on select expressways. Following successful testing on the Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway, the technology, including GPS-aided graders and intelligent compactors, aims to improve construction quality, efficiency, and adherence to design specifications.

India's toy industry is experiencing a resurgence, reducing imports from China and boosting domestic production. However, challenges remain in scaling up production, meeting demand for premium toys, fostering innovation, and competing with electronic devices. Government support and industry efforts are crucial for achieving global competitiveness and capitalizing on India's rich toy-making heritage.

A Mumbai court rejected Mehul Choksi's plea against a notice seeking to declare him a Fugitive Economic Offender in the PNB scam case. Choksi's lawyers argued that the Enforcement Directorate's arguments were contradictory, while the ED maintained its stance. Choksi, accused alongside his nephew Nirav Modi, left India in January 2018 before the fraud came to light.

Outside Parliament House, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra said: "The only reason they are doing this is because they don't want to discuss the Adani issue." Congress MPs also held a protest outside Parliament on the Adani issue, this time holding blue cloth bags with stickers of the PM and Adani.

The central government informed the Supreme Court that the COVID-19 pandemic was an unprecedented disaster and that vaccination saved lives. This statement was made during a hearing regarding a plea over the alleged vaccine-induced deaths of two women who experienced severe adverse effects after receiving their first Covishield dose.

India's central government is considering a cautious 9.5% nominal GDP growth estimate for the 2025-26 budget, anticipating slower inflation but continued economic strength. This conservative approach aims to realistically manage fiscal targets. Factors like potential global commodity price moderation and easing energy prices contribute to this outlook, despite recent growth dips.

Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri conveyed concerns to Bangladesh's interim regime regarding minority safety, attacks on properties, and the need for a constructive approach to move bilateral relations forward. Misri emphasized India's desire for a positive and mutually beneficial relationship, focusing on development, trade, and people-centric cooperation.

Farmers in Greater Noida jail launched a hunger strike for land rights. A hoax bomb threat targeted Lucknow's major transit hubs. Kota's coaching industry faces a downturn due to student suicides, new regulations, and market expansion, impacting student numbers and revenue.

India's outstanding tax demand has surged to ₹42 lakh crore, with ₹27 lakh crore deemed difficult to recover. Untraceable assessees, insufficient assets, and insolvency proceedings contribute to the massive backlog. Indirect tax arrears also climbed, exceeding ₹4.26 lakh crore. Staff shortages plague both tax departments, hindering collection efforts.

Sean Diddy Combs faces a sombre Christmas in jail, with a simple holiday meal and its nothing like what he shows off on social media.

A prediction by Baba Vanga, the Bulgarian mystic famed for forecasting major global events, has resurfaced amid escalating violence in Aleppo, Syria. Insurgents recently seized control of Aleppo International Airport and surrounding areas, reigniting fears linked to Vanga’s warning of a global conflict triggered by Syria’s fall. With militants now brandishing captured Russian-made weapons, her prophecy of a war “between the West and the East” appears eerily timely, underscoring the fragile state of international peace.

The ISRO-NASA joint satellite, NISAR, is now expected to launch in March 2025. Delays were caused by necessary corrective action on the satellite's radar antenna reflector, which required shipment to the US and subsequent re-integration in India. Unfavorable eclipse season conditions further contributed to the revised launch schedule.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma met several Union Ministers in New Delhi to invite them to the Advantage Assam Summit in February 2025. Topics discussed included development projects in Assam, health schemes, and enhancing rail connectivity. Ministers included Jyotiraditya Scindia, Nitin Gadkari, JP Nadda, and Ashwini Vaishnaw.

Samyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM) criticizes the central government over the Adani issue and plans a protest backing the opposition's demand for a Joint Parliamentary Committee probe. SKM also plans protests in Uttar Pradesh on December 4 against the proposed privatisation of the electricity sector. They claim the government is shielding Adani and violating previous agreements.