THE HEADLINES:
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, inauguration of world’s largest aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul leap engine MRO facility at Hyderabad and induction of INS Mahe into the Indian Navy reflect India’s new thinking, innovation and Youth Power.
- In his ‘Mann Ki Baat’ programme on Akashvani, Prime Minister says, India’s food grain production has touched record high of 357 million tonnes, adding 100 million tonnes in last 10 years.
- Election Commission revises schedule for Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in 12 States and Union Territories.
- Delhi Police files fresh FIR against Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi and other accused in National Herald case.
- Cyclonic Storm Ditwah likely to move northwards parallel to North Tamil Nadu-Puducherry coasts during next 24 hours.
- In cricket, South Africa win toss and elect to bowl in first ODI against India in Ranchi.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that the recent developments like inauguration of the world’s largest leap engine MRO facility in Hyderabad, induction of INS Mahé into the Indian Navy, unveiling of Skyroot’s Infinity Campus in the country, reflect India’s new thinking, innovation and youth power. Sharing his thoughts in the Mann Ki Baat programme of Akashvani, Mr Modi said, achieving a major milestone in the agriculture sector, India has set a historic record with food grain production of 357 million tonnes.
The Prime Minister said, India has also accomplished glory in the world of sports as it was declared the host of the Commonwealth Games just a few days ago. He said, these achievements belong to the country and the citizens.
Mr Modi said, November 2025 has been a super hit in terms of sports in India. He said, the month began with the Indian women’s team winning the ICC Women’s World Cup.
The Prime Minister said, India possesses every potential for winter tourism as it has mountains, culture, and endless possibilities for adventure.
Mr Modi again urged people to carry forward the mantra of ‘vocal for local’. He said, a few days ago, during the G-20 Summit he has reiterated the sentiment ‘Vocal for Local’.
Referring to the fourth Kashi-Tamil Sangamam which will commence on the 2nd of next month at Namo Ghat in Kashi, Mr Modi said, this year’s programme has a very interesting theme: Learn Tamil – Tamil Karakalam.
Speaking about his visit to Coimbatore to participate in a mega conference on natural farming, Mr Modi said, he was deeply impressed by the efforts being made in South India towards natural farming.
The Prime Minister said, India is setting new records in honey production. He said, honey production in the country has now almost doubled during the last 11 years.
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The Election Commission of India has revised the schedule for the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in 12 States and Union Territories. As per the revised notification, the Commission extended the deadline for enumeration to the 11th of next month. The draft electoral roll will now be published on the 16th of the next month, and the final electoral Roll will be published on 14th February next year.
The SIR exercise is currently underway in Uttar Pradesh, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Kerala, Lakshadweep, Madhya Pradesh, Puducherry, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal.
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The Delhi Police Economic Offences Wing (EOW) has filed a fresh First Information Report (FIR) against Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi in connection with the decade-old National Herald case.
The FIR, lodged following a complaint from the Enforcement Directorate (ED), alleges criminal conspiracy, cheating, and criminal breach of trust tied to the acquisition of assets belonging to Associated Journals Limited (AJL), publisher of the National Herald newspaper.
The ED contends that a scheme was orchestrated to transfer AJL assets, valued at more than 988 crore rupees, to the private company Young Indian (YI) for a nominal 50 lakh rupees. Sonia and Rahul Gandhi, who together hold a 76 percent stake in Young Indian, are named as ultimate beneficiaries.
The allegations focus on a 2010 transaction in which the All India Congress Committee (AICC) assigned its right to recover an outstanding 90.21 crore rupee loan from AJL to Young Indian for 50 lakh rupees.
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The Government today held an all-Party Meeting at the Parliament House Annexe ahead of the Winter Session of Parliament beginning tomorrow. Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh chaired the meeting. Leader of the House in Rajya Sabha J P Nadda, Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju & Ministers of State for Parliamentary Affairs Arjun Ram Meghwal and Dr L Murugan were present in the meeting. Congress leader Gourav Gogoi, DMK Leader Tiruchi Shiva, TMC leader Derek O Brien, Samajwadi Party leader Ram Gopal Yadav, JD(U) leader Sanjay Jha, TDP leader Lavu Shrikrishna Devarayalu, Shiv Sena leader Naresh Mhaske, among others attended the meeting.
Speaking after the meeting, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju said, the meeting was held in a positive atmosphere. He said, the Government has appealed to the floor leaders of all political parties for cooperation during the Winter Session for smooth functioning of the two Houses.
The Session will begin from tomorrow and continue till 19th December.
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The Conference of Directors General and Inspectors General of Police being held in Raipur will conclude today. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is chairing this conference for the last two days.
Mr. Modi remarked that the conference witnessed extensive deliberations on different aspects of India’s security system. The Minister underscored that this forum serves as a vital platform to share best practices and innovations in the field of national security.
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Cyclonic Storm Ditwah is likely to move nearly northwards parallel to North Tamil Nadu-Puducherry coasts during the next 24 hours. While moving northwards the cyclonic storm will be centered over southwest Bay of Bengal within a minimum distance of 60 km by afternoon and 30 km in the evening from the Tamil Nadu-Puducherry coastline. Port signal number five has been hoisted at Chennai, Cuddalore, Nagapattinam, Ennore, Kattupalli, Puducherry and Karaikal. Signal Number No 4 has been hoisted at Pamban and Thoothukudi. Widespread rains are likely in the Coastal districts of the State.
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The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has said that software upgrade has been completed in 323 out of 338 affected aircraft in the country. These include aircraft of Indigo, Air India and Air India Express. The software upgradation is being done after the DGCA ordered an immediate halt to flights operated by the Airbus A320 family until airlines complete mandatory safety modifications.
The DGCA stated that IndiGo has fully completed the software upgrade across its 200 aircraft, ensuring full compliance with the directive.
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In Men’s Cricket, India was 72 for 1 in 9 overs against South Africa in the opening of the three-match ODI series, at the JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi today, when reports last came in.
Earlier, the visitors won the toss and elected to bowl.
Led by KL Rahul as the stand-in captain for the series, India will be eager to bounce back in a format they have traditionally dominated at home, following a recent disappointing Test series whitewash. oth Rohit and Virat Kohli return for the ODIs.
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THE HEADLINES ONCE AGAIN
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, inauguration of world’s largest aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul leap engine MRO facility at Hyderabad and induction of INS Mahe into the Indian Navy reflect India’s new thinking, innovation and Youth Power.
- In his ‘Mann Ki Baat’ programme on Akashvani, Prime Minister says, India’s food grain production has touched record high of 357 million tonnes, adding 100 million tonnes in last 10 years.
- Election Commission revises schedule for Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in 12 States and Union Territories.
- Delhi Police files fresh FIR against Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi and other accused in National Herald case.
- Cyclonic Storm Ditwah likely to move northwards parallel to North Tamil Nadu-Puducherry coasts during next 24 hours.
- In cricket, South Africa win toss and elect to bowl in first ODI against India in Ranchi.
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