Thousands attended a massive Gita chanting event at Kolkata’s Brigade Parade Ground, organised by Sanatan Sanskriti Sansad with BJP support. Claims of five lakh participants were disputed, but the gathering aimed to promote Hindu unity ahead of West Bengal Assembly elections.

A Chinese national was detained in Ladakh for travelling to restricted areas without mandatory government permission. Authorities found the visit violated visa rules and are examining documents and digital data to assess potential security concerns.

A major fire engulfed an apartment in Birmingham, USA, killing two Telugu students from Hyderabad and Kukatpally. Thirteen others were rescued. Authorities and the university are assisting survivors while investigating the cause of the blaze.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar on his Mahaparinirvan Diwas, praising his lifelong dedication to social justice, equality, and constitutional values. Modi emphasized that Ambedkar’s vision continues to inspire India’s journey toward a developed and inclusive nation.

From jail, ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan attacked army chief Asim Munir, labeling him “mentally unstable.” He accused Munir of disastrous policies favoring Western powers, fueling terrorism, straining Afghanistan ties, and targeting Khan with fabricated cases, while enduring solitary confinement and mental torture.

Brian Cole Jr., arrested in the D.C. pipe-bomb case, allegedly bought pipes, end-caps, battery parts and timers from Walmart and Home Depot before the 2021 incident. Investigators matched receipts and phone data to place him near the spots where the bombs were left.

The Bombay High Court on December 4, 2025, granted bail to former Delhi University professor Hany Babu in the Bhima Koregaon case. Arrested in 2020 under UAPA, he spent over five years in jail without trial, violating his right to speedy justice.

Twelve Maoists, including a senior commander, and three District Reserve Guard jawans were killed in a heavy exchange of fire on the Dantewada–Bijapur border in Bastar. Security forces recovered weapons, while one jawan was injured as search operations continued in the dense forest region.

At a Cabinet meeting, Trump said Somali immigrants contribute nothing and urged them to return home. He insulted Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, sparking criticism for dehumanising an entire community and raising fears of stricter immigration enforcement.

Tamil Nadu has told the Supreme Court that the stampede at a Vijay event was caused by TVK’s “reckless actions” and intentional delays by the actor, which led to crowd mismanagement and chaotic conditions, resulting in injuries and panic among attendees.