US approves sale package of $686 million for Pakistan's F-16 fleet
US Defence Security Cooperation Agency confirmed in a letter to US Congress the approval for sale of advanced technology and support for F-16 fighter jets valued at $686 million to Pakistan. The plan includes Link 16 systems, cryptographic equipment and logistical support. "These...will provide more seamless integration...between the Pakistan Air Force and the US Air Force," the statement read.
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US Defence Security Cooperation Agency confirmed in a letter to US Congress the approval for sale of advanced technology and support for F-16 fighter jets valued at $686 million to Pakistan. The plan includes Link 16 systems, cryptographic equipment and logistical support. "These...will provide more seamless integration...between the Pakistan Air Force and the US Air Force," the statement read.
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Earth has a tail that stretches 2 million kilometres: Study
Earth has a magnetic tail that is almost two million kilometres long formed when the solar wind extends Earth's magnetic field far into space. The magnetic field lines are drawn into an elongated, narrow structure that is filled with flowing plasma as charged particles from the Sun pass by Earth. The tail material moves but stays connected overall, researchers said.
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01:23 pm Friday, 12 December, 2025
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Earth has a magnetic tail that is almost two million kilometres long formed when the solar wind extends Earth's magnetic field far into space. The magnetic field lines are drawn into an elongated, narrow structure that is filled with flowing plasma as charged particles from the Sun pass by Earth. The tail material moves but stays connected overall, researchers said.
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Goa club owners who fled on IndiGo flight were held from Hotel Indigo in Phuket
Luthra brothers, who fled India after a deadly fire killed 25 people at their Goa club, were caught at Hotel Indigo in Thailand's Phuket, Times of India reported. Notably, they flew on an IndiGo flight to Thailand, hours after the fire. They reportedly decided to fly to Thailand because as IndiGo crisis disrupted domestic operations, many international flights were active.
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Luthra brothers, who fled India after a deadly fire killed 25 people at their Goa club, were caught at Hotel Indigo in Thailand's Phuket, Times of India reported. Notably, they flew on an IndiGo flight to Thailand, hours after the fire. They reportedly decided to fly to Thailand because as IndiGo crisis disrupted domestic operations, many international flights were active.
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Bihar govt must ensure women feel safe in parental homes: Rohini amid family feud
After cutting ties with her family, RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav's daughter Rohini Acharya urged CM Nitish Kumar-led Bihar government to ensure women’s safety in parental homes. "Every daughter has the right to grow up with...assurance that her parental home is a safe place," she said. Notably, Rohini had alleged she was abused and thrown out of her parental house.
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01:33 pm Friday, 12 December, 2025
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After cutting ties with her family, RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav's daughter Rohini Acharya urged CM Nitish Kumar-led Bihar government to ensure women’s safety in parental homes. "Every daughter has the right to grow up with...assurance that her parental home is a safe place," she said. Notably, Rohini had alleged she was abused and thrown out of her parental house.
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Allu Arjun reviews Ranveer Singh starrer Dhurandhar
Telugu star Allu Arjun watched Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar at a theatre in Hyderabad on Thursday, and on Friday, he took to X (Twitter) to share his review. The Pushpa actor praised the film and wrote, "Just watched #Dhurandhar. A brilliantly made film filled with fine performances, the finest technical aspects, and amazing soundtracks. Magnetic presence by my brother @RanveerOfficial (sic)."
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Telugu star Allu Arjun watched Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar at a theatre in Hyderabad on Thursday, and on Friday, he took to X (Twitter) to share his review. The Pushpa actor praised the film and wrote, "Just watched #Dhurandhar. A brilliantly made film filled with fine performances, the finest technical aspects, and amazing soundtracks. Magnetic presence by my brother @RanveerOfficial (sic)."
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India suffer their biggest-ever T20I defeat at home
India's 51-run defeat against South Africa in the second T20I in Mullanpur is their biggest-ever defeat (by runs) in T20I cricket at home. Further, South Africa have now won 13 T20I matches against India, which are the most wins by any team against India in the shortest format. The five-match series is levelled at 1-1.
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01:59 pm Friday, 12 December, 2025
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India's 51-run defeat against South Africa in the second T20I in Mullanpur is their biggest-ever defeat (by runs) in T20I cricket at home. Further, South Africa have now won 13 T20I matches against India, which are the most wins by any team against India in the shortest format. The five-match series is levelled at 1-1.
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Pollution not ideological issue, want to work with govt on it: Rahul
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi told Parliament that air pollution is not an ideological issue and Opposition is willing to cooperate with the government on it. "There will be full agreement between the government and us on this issue," he said. He warned that major cities are covered in "blanket of poisonous air" and millions of children are developing lung diseases.
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01:52 pm Friday, 12 December, 2025
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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi told Parliament that air pollution is not an ideological issue and Opposition is willing to cooperate with the government on it. "There will be full agreement between the government and us on this issue," he said. He warned that major cities are covered in "blanket of poisonous air" and millions of children are developing lung diseases.
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India's drones & space tech industry to expand to $44 billion
India's aerospace, drones, and space-technology industry is projected to grow more than five-fold to USD 44 billion by 2033, according to a report. The expansion is expected to create over 2 lakh new jobs for engineers, researchers, data scientists, and other professionals as government reforms, private-sector participation, and international collaboration drive sector growth.
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India's aerospace, drones, and space-technology industry is projected to grow more than five-fold to USD 44 billion by 2033, according to a report. The expansion is expected to create over 2 lakh new jobs for engineers, researchers, data scientists, and other professionals as government reforms, private-sector participation, and international collaboration drive sector growth.
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ISRO's Bahubali to carry heaviest US satellite in space on Dec 15
ISRO will launch the 6.5-tonne BlueBird-6 communication satellite aboard the LVM3 'Bahubali' rocket on December 15, TOI reports. Built by AST SpaceMobile, it will be the heaviest American satellite ever lifted by India. After deployment, it will expand into a 2,400 sq ft phased-array antenna, the largest commercial structure in low-Earth orbit.
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ISRO will launch the 6.5-tonne BlueBird-6 communication satellite aboard the LVM3 'Bahubali' rocket on December 15, TOI reports. Built by AST SpaceMobile, it will be the heaviest American satellite ever lifted by India. After deployment, it will expand into a 2,400 sq ft phased-array antenna, the largest commercial structure in low-Earth orbit.
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Why are teams so obsessed with bowling first in T20s?: Jaffer on India's loss
Ex-India cricketer Wasim Jaffer reacted to India's 51-run defeat in the second T20I against South Africa, saying, "Why are teams so obsessed with bowling first in T20s?" "South Africa won the toss and fielded in the first game, lost. India did the same...lost," he wrote on X. "On good pitches, is 'fielding first' becoming an overrated T20 myth?" Jaffer asked.
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02:20 pm Friday, 12 December, 2025
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Ex-India cricketer Wasim Jaffer reacted to India's 51-run defeat in the second T20I against South Africa, saying, "Why are teams so obsessed with bowling first in T20s?" "South Africa won the toss and fielded in the first game, lost. India did the same...lost," he wrote on X. "On good pitches, is 'fielding first' becoming an overrated T20 myth?" Jaffer asked.
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Pakistan’s fertility rate stalled at 3.6 since 2006: Study
A new Population Council study warns that Pakistan's fertility rate has stalled at 3.6 children per woman since 2006. The stagnation stems from cultural norms, low female education, weak healthcare and slow income growth. Experts say unmet family planning needs must be addressed or Pakistan risks worsening population pressure and hindered economic development.
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A new Population Council study warns that Pakistan's fertility rate has stalled at 3.6 children per woman since 2006. The stagnation stems from cultural norms, low female education, weak healthcare and slow income growth. Experts say unmet family planning needs must be addressed or Pakistan risks worsening population pressure and hindered economic development.
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Private body, headed by Anupama Chopra, condemns criticism of her 'Dhurandhar' review
The Film Critics Guild, a private body, has condemned what it described as "targeted attacks, harassment, and hate" directed at film critics over their reviews of Aditya Dhar's 'Dhurandhar'. "Claims that professional film critics have...political axe to grind are...malicious," it read. Anupama Chopra, who serves as the Chairperson of the Guild, earlier took down her review after backlash.
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The Film Critics Guild, a private body, has condemned what it described as "targeted attacks, harassment, and hate" directed at film critics over their reviews of Aditya Dhar's 'Dhurandhar'. "Claims that professional film critics have...political axe to grind are...malicious," it read. Anupama Chopra, who serves as the Chairperson of the Guild, earlier took down her review after backlash.
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What are the features of newly-launched ChatGPT 5.2?
ChatGPT 5.2 has three models- Instant (for instant replies), Thinking (for deeper reasoning), and Pro (for research‑grade intelligence). As per OpenAI, ChatGPT 5.2 processes far more information within a single session. It enables users to upload research papers, transcripts, and multi-file projects. It performs better when interpreting images, reading charts, and analysing lengthy documents.
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ChatGPT 5.2 has three models- Instant (for instant replies), Thinking (for deeper reasoning), and Pro (for research‑grade intelligence). As per OpenAI, ChatGPT 5.2 processes far more information within a single session. It enables users to upload research papers, transcripts, and multi-file projects. It performs better when interpreting images, reading charts, and analysing lengthy documents.
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I needed to step away from my ambitions: Vinesh Phogat on why she retired earlier
Olympian and MLA Vinesh Phogat reversed her decision to retire from wrestling, saying that she earlier "needed to step away from the mat, from the pressure...even from my own ambitions". "For the first time in years, I allowed myself to breathe," said Vinesh who faced a heartbreaking disqualification at 2024 Olympics. She has now said she'll compete in 2028 Olympics.
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02:32 pm Friday, 12 December, 2025
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Olympian and MLA Vinesh Phogat reversed her decision to retire from wrestling, saying that she earlier "needed to step away from the mat, from the pressure...even from my own ambitions". "For the first time in years, I allowed myself to breathe," said Vinesh who faced a heartbreaking disqualification at 2024 Olympics. She has now said she'll compete in 2028 Olympics.
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Tharoor misses Rahul Gandhi-led Congress meeting for 3rd time amid rift rumours
Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Thursday missed yet another key party meeting chaired by LoP Rahul Gandhi, raising speculation about his strained relationship with the party. This was reportedly the third party meeting from which Tharoor has remained absent. The senior leader, however, recently attended a PM Narendra Modi's lecture and praised his speech, drawing criticism from party colleagues.
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Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Thursday missed yet another key party meeting chaired by LoP Rahul Gandhi, raising speculation about his strained relationship with the party. This was reportedly the third party meeting from which Tharoor has remained absent. The senior leader, however, recently attended a PM Narendra Modi's lecture and praised his speech, drawing criticism from party colleagues.
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Pilot tries to shut Alaska Air plane's engines mid-flight, says he was dreaming
An audio recording of an Alaska Airlines plane's cockpit has surfaced documenting the moment an off-duty pilot, Joseph Emerson, tried shutting off the plane's engines in 2023. Emerson, accused of attempting to crash the plane, was allegedly "high on magic mushrooms" and said he was in a "dream". The plane's out-of-breath pilot later sought an emergency landing in US' Portland.
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An audio recording of an Alaska Airlines plane's cockpit has surfaced documenting the moment an off-duty pilot, Joseph Emerson, tried shutting off the plane's engines in 2023. Emerson, accused of attempting to crash the plane, was allegedly "high on magic mushrooms" and said he was in a "dream". The plane's out-of-breath pilot later sought an emergency landing in US' Portland.
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IndiGo seeks ₹900cr customs duty refund for re-importing aircraft parts, moves HC
IndiGo has moved the Delhi High Court seeking a refund of ₹900 crore in customs duty paid on aircraft engines and parts re-imported after overseas repairs. The airline, which recently faced mass cancellations, said the duty was illegal double taxation as it has already paid GST for the repairs. Customs authorities earlier denied IndiGo's refund requests.
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IndiGo has moved the Delhi High Court seeking a refund of ₹900 crore in customs duty paid on aircraft engines and parts re-imported after overseas repairs. The airline, which recently faced mass cancellations, said the duty was illegal double taxation as it has already paid GST for the repairs. Customs authorities earlier denied IndiGo's refund requests.
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UPSC allows 'centre of choice' to PwBD candidates
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has decided to allot 'centre of choice' to candidates with benchmark disabilities (PwBD) for all its examinations to enhance accessibility for such aspirants, an official statement issued on Friday said. "I'm pleased that, with this decision, every PwBD candidate will now be assured of their preferred centre," UPSC chairman Ajay Kumar said.
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03:11 pm Friday, 12 December, 2025
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The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has decided to allot 'centre of choice' to candidates with benchmark disabilities (PwBD) for all its examinations to enhance accessibility for such aspirants, an official statement issued on Friday said. "I'm pleased that, with this decision, every PwBD candidate will now be assured of their preferred centre," UPSC chairman Ajay Kumar said.
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I didn't call any MP a dog, it'd be insulting to dogs: Congress MP
Speaking about her "Those who can bite are inside Parliament" remark, Congress MP Renuka Chowdhury said she didn't call any MP a dog, adding, "It'd be very insulting to dogs." "Because there are traits and qualities in a dog that humans...don't have," she added. Notably, Renuka brought a dog on the opening day of Winter Session of Parliament, triggering controversy.
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03:06 pm Friday, 12 December, 2025
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Speaking about her "Those who can bite are inside Parliament" remark, Congress MP Renuka Chowdhury said she didn't call any MP a dog, adding, "It'd be very insulting to dogs." "Because there are traits and qualities in a dog that humans...don't have," she added. Notably, Renuka brought a dog on the opening day of Winter Session of Parliament, triggering controversy.
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Tamil Nadu has become symbol of anti-Sanatana Dharma: BJP MP
BJP MP Anurag Thakur accused DMK government of targeting Hindus in Madurai for demanding Karthigai Deepam lamp be lit atop Thirupparankundram Hill. He said, "Tamil Nadu has become symbol of anti-Sanatana Dharma...Their ministers make statements against Sanatana Dharma." He added, "Devotees were lathi-charged despite court directions...Why are Hindus being subjected to such discrimination?"
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03:01 pm Friday, 12 December, 2025
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BJP MP Anurag Thakur accused DMK government of targeting Hindus in Madurai for demanding Karthigai Deepam lamp be lit atop Thirupparankundram Hill. He said, "Tamil Nadu has become symbol of anti-Sanatana Dharma...Their ministers make statements against Sanatana Dharma." He added, "Devotees were lathi-charged despite court directions...Why are Hindus being subjected to such discrimination?"
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