South Korea Plane Crash: An aviation disaster unfolded at Muan International Airport in South Korea when a Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 crashed on Sunday morning. The plane skidded off the runway and erupted into flames, killing at least 62 people. The crash is believed to have been caused by a malfunction in the aircraft's landing gear, possibly due to a bird strike. Rescue operations continue, with emergency teams battling flames and attempting to save survivors.
Delhi Police have increased efforts to identify, detain, and repatriate unauthorized migrants from Bangladesh. They detected eight illegal Bangladeshi migrants in the Rangpuri area and deported them. The police conducted door-to-door verifications and checked documents of nearly 400 families. Special teams were also sent to West Bengal for manual verification of suspects.
BJP's Gaurav Bhatia criticized Congress for not honouring former PM PV Narasimha Rao, countering Priyanka Gandhi's remarks on cremation arrangements for Manmohan Singh. Bhatia accused Congress of disrespecting Rao by not allowing his funeral in New Delhi and demanded explanations regarding homage to former PMs.
Several stocks in the Nifty 250 universe are nearing their 52-week lows.
The auto sector is expected to gain attention in December due to anticipated volume growth and favorable valuations, with key sales data due on January 1. In the first week of January, businesses in banking, FMCG, real estate, and metals will release quarterly updates, offering insights on Q3 earnings. Meanwhile, FIIs have sold Indian stocks worth Rs 16,675 crore in December, driven by rising USD and US bond yields.
A memorial was held to honor veteran director Shyam Benegal who recently passed away at the age of 90. Prominent actors including Shabana Azmi and Naseeruddin Shah attended the event. Benegal was known for his impactful films on socio-political themes and received numerous accolades throughout his career, including the prestigious Padma Shri and Dadasaheb Phalke Award.
Dense fog and dropping temperatures are affecting Uttar Pradesh after heavy rainfall. The IMD has issued warnings for dense fog in Kanpur. In Kanpur, temperatures may reach 22°C and drop to 9°C. People are struggling with the cold, using bonfires for warmth. The weather is expected to remain dry but cold in the coming days.
IndiGo Flight Delay: An IndiGo flight from Mumbai to Istanbul was delayed for over 16 hours due to technical issues, leaving around 100 passengers stranded at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport. Originally scheduled for 6:55 am, the flight was eventually cancelled and rescheduled to depart at 11 pm. Passengers vented their frustration on social media, citing poor communication and lack of support. IndiGo later promised full refunds and arranged an alternative flight.
Aus vs India Match Scorecard: India made a strong comeback on Day 4 of the fourth Test against Australia, with Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj taking key wickets. Nitish Kumar Reddy’s resilient 114, supported by Washington Sundar, helped India reach 369. Bumrah exacted revenge on Sam Konstas for a strong first-innings performance, while Siraj struck early, removing Khawaja. Australia’s lead stands at 158, with Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith unbeaten at lunch.
Jasprit Bumrah took four wickets on Day 4 of the fourth Test against Australia in Melbourne. He completed 200 wickets in Test cricket, becoming the second fastest Indian to achieve this milestone, alongside Ravindra Jadeja. Both achieved this feat in their 44th Test. Bumrah is the 12th Indian bowler to reach the 200-wicket mark in Tests.
Delhi Police Special Cell has busted an inter-state arms trafficking syndicate and arrested two gunrunners from Haryana. Sunny Sharma and Devinder Chhabra, both convicted murderers out on bail, were caught near Singhu Border, Delhi. Police recovered 10 firearms from their possession. A case under the Arms Act has been registered, and further investigation is ongoing.
The debate surrounding H-1B visas has intensified after a social media post claimed that an Indian CEO laid off local employees and replaced senior leadership with fellow countrymen. Reactions from social media users and industry figures like Elon Musk highlight the polarising views on immigration, outsourcing, and corporate practices. Meanwhile, US President-elect Donald Trump voiced his support for the H-1B programme, while tensions rise within his political base over the issue of skilled foreign workers.
A ten-year-old boy fell into a borewell in Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. A rescue operation is underway with oxygen support being provided. The boy is trapped at a depth of around 39 feet. A parallel pit has been dug to aid in the rescue. A team of doctors is on site providing assistance.
The Israel Defense Forces have arrested over 240 alleged Hamas and Islamic Jihad operatives in a raid at Kamal Adwan Hospital in Gaza. The director is being questioned for suspected involvement in terrorist activities. The IDF seized weapons and military equipment from the hospital, which was believed to be used as a Hamas command centre.
Virat Kohli’s shoulder-barging incident with 19-year-old Australian cricketer Sam Konstas during the Boxing Day Test has snowballed into controversy, exacerbated by the Australian media's provocative headlines. The Sunday Times labelled Konstas as Kohli's "father," while The West Australian previously dubbed Kohli a "clown." The media’s portrayal has been condemned by netizens for disrespecting Kohli and promoting negativity, sparking debates on sportsmanship and journalistic ethics.
AT&T acknowledged that its systems were targeted by the Chinese-linked Salt Typhoon cyberespionage operation. The company has secured its U.S. networks and is working with law enforcement and government officials to protect customers' data. U.S. officials added another telecom company to the list of entities compromised, and urged the use of encrypted communication apps.
Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj both took a wicket each as Australia reached 53/2 by lunch on the fourth day of the fourth Test. India were earlier bowled out for 369 runs, giving Australia an overall lead of 158 runs. Marnus Labuschagne is at 20 not out with Steve Smith at 2 not out.
The Israel Defense Forces arrested over 240 terrorist operatives, including key Hamas members, during a military operation at Kamal Adwan Hospital in Gaza. The operation targeted terrorist infrastructure, with suspects posing as patients or escaping using ambulances. The arrests included terrorists involved in October 7 attacks and the hospital director suspected of being a Hamas operative.
Magnus Carlsen, the top-ranked chess player, exited the World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships after refusing to change out of jeans despite the dress code violation. The International Chess Federation imposed a $200 fine and the request to change attire and move ahead in the game was not accepted by Carlsen.
Koneru Humpy clinches her second World Rapid Chess Championship title, defeating Indonesia's Irene Sukandar, and becomes the only player other than Ju Wenjun to win the title more than once. Humpy's victory adds to an impressive year for Indian chess, featuring D Gukesh's classical format World Championship win.
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South Korea Plane Crash: A Jeju Air Boeing 737-8AS crashed upon landing at Muan International Airport in South Korea, killing 85 people. The flight, which arrived from Bangkok, caught fire shortly after landing. Authorities are investigating a possible landing gear failure or bird strike as the cause. This is Jeju Air’s first fatal accident since its establishment in 2005.
