Sting operation exposes MLAs seeking bribes to clear funds for development in Rajasthan
BJP MLA Rewant Ram Danga, Congress MLA Anita Jatav and Independent MLA Ritu Banawat were exposed in a sting operation by Dainik Bhaskar for seeking bribes to clear local area development (LAD) funds. The news portal also claimed that government officers clear work orders after getting "10% share". Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma has ordered an investigation into the matter.
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10:51 pm Monday, 15 December, 2025
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BJP MLA Rewant Ram Danga, Congress MLA Anita Jatav and Independent MLA Ritu Banawat were exposed in a sting operation by Dainik Bhaskar for seeking bribes to clear local area development (LAD) funds. The news portal also claimed that government officers clear work orders after getting "10% share". Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma has ordered an investigation into the matter.
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Putin signs key military pact with India into federal law
Russian President Vladimir Putin approved a key military pact with India, signing it into a federal law. The Reciprocal Exchange of Logistics Support (RELOS) agreement allows Russian and Indian forces to send troops, warships, and aircraft to each other's territory and provide joint logistical support. It will enter into force after ratification instruments are exchanged.
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10:50 pm Monday, 15 December, 2025
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Russian President Vladimir Putin approved a key military pact with India, signing it into a federal law. The Reciprocal Exchange of Logistics Support (RELOS) agreement allows Russian and Indian forces to send troops, warships, and aircraft to each other's territory and provide joint logistical support. It will enter into force after ratification instruments are exchanged.
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Delhi Capitals CEO confident ahead of IPL 2026 auction
With the IPL 2026 auction approaching, Delhi Capitals CEO Sunil Gupta has underlined that the franchise is entering the event with a well-defined plan. Emphasising preparation, Gupta said the franchise is "clear about our targets" going into the auction, reflecting months of internal discussions, performance reviews and scouting reports.
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With the IPL 2026 auction approaching, Delhi Capitals CEO Sunil Gupta has underlined that the franchise is entering the event with a well-defined plan. Emphasising preparation, Gupta said the franchise is "clear about our targets" going into the auction, reflecting months of internal discussions, performance reviews and scouting reports.
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Fields not safe: BJP on AAP as Kabaddi player shot dead in Punjab
BJP's Punjab unit criticised killing of kabaddi player Rana Balachauria, shot dead minutes before a match in Mohali. It said, "Punjab has become insecure to the point that even the kabaddi field is no longer safe from bullets." It added, "This isn't first such incident...Previously, kabaddi players Sandeep Nangal Ambian and Tejpal Singh of Jagraon have also been brutally murdered."
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11:08 pm Monday, 15 December, 2025
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BJP's Punjab unit criticised killing of kabaddi player Rana Balachauria, shot dead minutes before a match in Mohali. It said, "Punjab has become insecure to the point that even the kabaddi field is no longer safe from bullets." It added, "This isn't first such incident...Previously, kabaddi players Sandeep Nangal Ambian and Tejpal Singh of Jagraon have also been brutally murdered."
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India rejects US dumping claim, says rice exports are premium-grade
India has rejected the US' allegation of "dumping" rice into its market, saying its exports are primarily premium-grade basmati, which commands higher prices. This comes after US President Donald Trump hinted at imposing additional tariffs on Indian rice imports due to these alleged practices. "We don't see a prima facie case of dumping," said Indian Trade Secretary Rajesh Agrawal.
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11:02 pm Monday, 15 December, 2025
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India has rejected the US' allegation of "dumping" rice into its market, saying its exports are primarily premium-grade basmati, which commands higher prices. This comes after US President Donald Trump hinted at imposing additional tariffs on Indian rice imports due to these alleged practices. "We don't see a prima facie case of dumping," said Indian Trade Secretary Rajesh Agrawal.
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Strong message to humanity: PM on Jordan's stand against terrorism
PM Narendra Modi praised Jordan's leadership for sending a "strong and strategic message to humanity" against terrorism, extremism, and radicalisation during talks with King Abdullah II bin Al Hussein. "Our first meetings were at global platforms focused on fighting...extremism. Even then...Your Majesty spoke with clarity," he said. He also acknowledged Jordan's role in promoting regional peace.
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11:00 pm Monday, 15 December, 2025
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PM Narendra Modi praised Jordan's leadership for sending a "strong and strategic message to humanity" against terrorism, extremism, and radicalisation during talks with King Abdullah II bin Al Hussein. "Our first meetings were at global platforms focused on fighting...extremism. Even then...Your Majesty spoke with clarity," he said. He also acknowledged Jordan's role in promoting regional peace.
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Nvidia acquires SchedMD to boost open-source AI strategy
Nvidia announced the acquisition of AI workload management firm SchedMD, deepening its push into open-source software. The companies have worked together for over a decade, and Nvidia said it will continue supporting Slurm as open source. The move strengthens Nvidia AI and supercomputing ecosystem amid rising competition.
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Nvidia announced the acquisition of AI workload management firm SchedMD, deepening its push into open-source software. The companies have worked together for over a decade, and Nvidia said it will continue supporting Slurm as open source. The move strengthens Nvidia AI and supercomputing ecosystem amid rising competition.
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Gold jumps 65% YTD, but Howard Marks stays unconvinced
Oaktree co-founder Howard Marks said gold lacks intrinsic value, calling ownership superstition despite a 65% rise in 2025. While acknowledging strong gains, Marks argued gold's long-term returns trail equities like the S&P 500 and said assets such as gold and Bitcoin cant be valued analytically.
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Oaktree co-founder Howard Marks said gold lacks intrinsic value, calling ownership superstition despite a 65% rise in 2025. While acknowledging strong gains, Marks argued gold's long-term returns trail equities like the S&P 500 and said assets such as gold and Bitcoin cant be valued analytically.
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Which cities have hosted IPL auctions?
Abu Dhabi will host IPL 2026 auction today. Jeddah hosted 2025 auction, while Dubai staged 2024 edition. Mumbai hosted the inaugural auction in 2008 and also the 2010 auction. Bengaluru hosted it in 2011, 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2022. The 2009 and 2013 auctions were held in Goa and Chennai, respectively. Chennai also hosted 2021 auction.
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07:14 am Tuesday, 16 December, 2025
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Abu Dhabi will host IPL 2026 auction today. Jeddah hosted 2025 auction, while Dubai staged 2024 edition. Mumbai hosted the inaugural auction in 2008 and also the 2010 auction. Bengaluru hosted it in 2011, 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2022. The 2009 and 2013 auctions were held in Goa and Chennai, respectively. Chennai also hosted 2021 auction.
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Who is the most expensive player of each IPL auction?
India's Rishabh Pant was IPL 2025 auction's most expensive buy, being bought by LSG for βΉ27 crore. Australia's Mitchell Starc was the costliest buy of IPL 2024 auction, with KKR buying him for βΉ24.75 crore. MS Dhoni was the costliest buy in first-ever IPL auction (CSK, $1.5 million). Yuvraj Singh was the costliest buy in IPL 2014 and 2015 auctions.
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07:13 am Tuesday, 16 December, 2025
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India's Rishabh Pant was IPL 2025 auction's most expensive buy, being bought by LSG for βΉ27 crore. Australia's Mitchell Starc was the costliest buy of IPL 2024 auction, with KKR buying him for βΉ24.75 crore. MS Dhoni was the costliest buy in first-ever IPL auction (CSK, $1.5 million). Yuvraj Singh was the costliest buy in IPL 2014 and 2015 auctions.
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Messi's teammate Rodrigo De Paul pushes security aside to bring fan forward during photo shoot
Argentine football legend Lionel Messi's teammate Rodrigo De Paul pushed a security personnel aside to bring a young fan forward during photo shoot at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. A video of the same has gone viral on social media. "They don't call him Messi's bodyguard for nothing," a fan jokingly commented.
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07:10 am Tuesday, 16 December, 2025
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Argentine football legend Lionel Messi's teammate Rodrigo De Paul pushed a security personnel aside to bring a young fan forward during photo shoot at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. A video of the same has gone viral on social media. "They don't call him Messi's bodyguard for nothing," a fan jokingly commented.
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Why do calligraphy beetles have patterns on their shells?
Calligraphy beetles have intricate black lines and dots on their shells, often compared to Arabic, Chinese, or cursive calligraphy. These markings help the beetles camouflage themselves in their surroundings, making it harder for birds and lizards to detect them, a phenomenon known as disruptive coloration. The patterns also allow the beetles to blend into leaves, bark and lichen.
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07:00 am Tuesday, 16 December, 2025
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Calligraphy beetles have intricate black lines and dots on their shells, often compared to Arabic, Chinese, or cursive calligraphy. These markings help the beetles camouflage themselves in their surroundings, making it harder for birds and lizards to detect them, a phenomenon known as disruptive coloration. The patterns also allow the beetles to blend into leaves, bark and lichen.
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07:00 am Tuesday, 16 December, 2025
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Archaeologists discover rare painting of a clean-shaven Jesus
Archaeologists in Turkey have discovered a rare 3rd-century fresco depicting a youthful, clean-shaven Jesus dressed in a toga and carrying a goat across his shoulders. The artefact, found in an underground tomb situated near Iznik, a town in northwestern Turkey, offers rare insight into early Christian symbolism during a period of persecution and is considered unique in Anatolia.
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07:30 am Tuesday, 16 December, 2025
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Archaeologists in Turkey have discovered a rare 3rd-century fresco depicting a youthful, clean-shaven Jesus dressed in a toga and carrying a goat across his shoulders. The artefact, found in an underground tomb situated near Iznik, a town in northwestern Turkey, offers rare insight into early Christian symbolism during a period of persecution and is considered unique in Anatolia.
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Everything is fine: Tharoor on skipping Congress' 'vote chori' rally
After skipping Congress' 'Vote Chor Gaddi Chhod' rally at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan, Shashi Tharoor said, "Everything is fine." He added, "I was abroad yesterday...It was a commitment I had made six months ago...From my side...everything is fine." Earlier, Tharoor had also missed Congress MPs meeting chaired by Rahul Gandhi, but reports said he had already informed party about his unavailability.
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08:04 am Tuesday, 16 December, 2025
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After skipping Congress' 'Vote Chor Gaddi Chhod' rally at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan, Shashi Tharoor said, "Everything is fine." He added, "I was abroad yesterday...It was a commitment I had made six months ago...From my side...everything is fine." Earlier, Tharoor had also missed Congress MPs meeting chaired by Rahul Gandhi, but reports said he had already informed party about his unavailability.
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Killer whales team up with dolphins, share prey in 1st-ever sighting
Researchers have, for the first time, seen killer whales hunting alongside dolphins and sharing salmon off Canada's British Columbia coast. Drone and underwater footage show orcas following dolphins during foraging dives and later sharing scraps, hinting at rare interspecies cooperation and underscoring the animals' intelligence and social lives.
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08:00 am Tuesday, 16 December, 2025
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Researchers have, for the first time, seen killer whales hunting alongside dolphins and sharing salmon off Canada's British Columbia coast. Drone and underwater footage show orcas following dolphins during foraging dives and later sharing scraps, hinting at rare interspecies cooperation and underscoring the animals' intelligence and social lives.
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How much money can each IPL team spend in IPL 2026 auction today?
KKR have the maximum amount to spend at βΉ64.3 crore at the IPL 2026 mini auction in Abu Dhabi today. CSK follow KKR with βΉ43.4 crore. Meanwhile, defending champions RCB can spend βΉ16.4 crore, while MI can spend βΉ2.75 crore, the least amount among the franchises. SRH have βΉ25.5 crore to spend at the auction.
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08:25 am Tuesday, 16 December, 2025
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KKR have the maximum amount to spend at βΉ64.3 crore at the IPL 2026 mini auction in Abu Dhabi today. CSK follow KKR with βΉ43.4 crore. Meanwhile, defending champions RCB can spend βΉ16.4 crore, while MI can spend βΉ2.75 crore, the least amount among the franchises. SRH have βΉ25.5 crore to spend at the auction.
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Man who disarmed Sydney gunman wrongly identified as fruit seller
Ahmed Al Ahmed, the man who overpowered a terrorist during the mass shooting at Bondi Beach in Sydney, is not a fruit seller, in contrast to claims circulated by some media outlets. In reality, he has owned and operated a tobacco and speciality convenience store since 2021. Ahmed sustained gunshot wounds during the attack and is currently recovering in hospital.
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08:36 am Tuesday, 16 December, 2025
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Ahmed Al Ahmed, the man who overpowered a terrorist during the mass shooting at Bondi Beach in Sydney, is not a fruit seller, in contrast to claims circulated by some media outlets. In reality, he has owned and operated a tobacco and speciality convenience store since 2021. Ahmed sustained gunshot wounds during the attack and is currently recovering in hospital.
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India's exports to US rise 22.6% Y-o-Y in Nov amid Trump tariffs
India's merchandise exports to the United States increased 22.61 % in November to nearly $7 billion as compared to a year ago, despite the US President Donald Trump administration's 50% tariffs. India's shipments to China also surged 90% year-on-year to $2.2 billion, as China overtook the Netherlands to become Indiaβs third-largest export destination in November.
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08:59 am Tuesday, 16 December, 2025
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India's merchandise exports to the United States increased 22.61 % in November to nearly $7 billion as compared to a year ago, despite the US President Donald Trump administration's 50% tariffs. India's shipments to China also surged 90% year-on-year to $2.2 billion, as China overtook the Netherlands to become Indiaβs third-largest export destination in November.
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10 vehicles crash, catch fire amid fog on Delhi-Agra Expressway, 4 killed
At least four people were killed and 25 were injured after seven buses and three cars collided due to dense fog on Delhi-Agra Expressway in Mathura on Tuesday morning. Several vehicles caught fire after the collision. "Teams from our fire service, local police, and local administration were immediately dispatched to the scene," Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Shlok Kumar said.
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08:56 am Tuesday, 16 December, 2025
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At least four people were killed and 25 were injured after seven buses and three cars collided due to dense fog on Delhi-Agra Expressway in Mathura on Tuesday morning. Several vehicles caught fire after the collision. "Teams from our fire service, local police, and local administration were immediately dispatched to the scene," Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Shlok Kumar said.
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Ukrainian drones hit Russian submarine in 'first-of-its-kind' attack
Ukrainian underwater drones hit and disabled a Russian Kilo-class attack submarine in the Black Sea port of Novorossiysk, Ukrainian officials said. The operation was the first attack of its kind in history, the officials said, while Russia denied the attack. Ukraine, which has virtually no naval fleet left, has targeted Russia's large naval Black Sea Fleet with drones and missiles.
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08:56 am Tuesday, 16 December, 2025
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Ukrainian underwater drones hit and disabled a Russian Kilo-class attack submarine in the Black Sea port of Novorossiysk, Ukrainian officials said. The operation was the first attack of its kind in history, the officials said, while Russia denied the attack. Ukraine, which has virtually no naval fleet left, has targeted Russia's large naval Black Sea Fleet with drones and missiles.
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