A Hindu group, Hindu Sena, has filed a lawsuit claiming the Ajmer dargah was built over a Shiva temple. They cite a 1911 book and seek an ASI survey, echoing the Gyanvapi and Krishna Janmabhoomi disputes. The Ajmer court issued notices to the government and ASI, with the next hearing set for December 20th.

Following a significant defeat in the Maharashtra assembly polls, the Shiv Sena (UBT) is contemplating contesting upcoming civic and local body elections independently. Party MLAs and functionaries have urged Uddhav Thackeray to lead this solo campaign, particularly in previously dominant areas.

Following clashes in Chittagong sparked by the arrest of Iskcon priest Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, the Bangladesh government is considering legal action against the group. While acknowledging public concern over the incident, the attorney general stopped short of supporting a ban on Iskcon, citing constitutional implications.

ISKCON leaders are urging Indian and Bangladeshi governments to intervene after the arrest of priest Chinmoy Krishna Das in Bangladesh. They strongly condemn accusations of the organization being linked to terrorism, emphasizing their humanitarian work and peaceful nature.

Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde stated he won't obstruct government formation, leaving the final decision to PM Modi and Amit Shah. This paves the way for Devendra Fadnavis's potential return as CM, following BJP's strong electoral showing. Shinde expressed complete support for their choice, even if it's not him.

The Supreme Court plans to mandate undertakings from accused individuals in PMLA cases. This undertaking will ensure they do not seek adjournments. This condition aims to prevent trial delays. The court seeks to balance the rights of the accused with efficient trial proceedings. The Enforcement Directorate welcomes this decision. The court's move addresses concerns about delaying tactics in trials.

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw urged Kerala's Chief Minister to expedite land acquisition for four crucial rail projects. Less than 15% of the required land has been acquired, delaying projects worth Rs 12,350 crore. The minister highlighted the need for state government support, while Kerala blames the ministry for slow progress and lack of clearance for the Silver Line project.

Ten suspected terrorists were apprehended in Kathua district, Jammu, during coordinated raids by police and CRPF across 17 locations. This operation follows a larger sweep targeting terror networks across Jammu division, resulting in numerous arrests. Authorities seized electronic devices and are investigating the suspects' links to proscribed groups like Jaish-e-Mohammad and Lashkar-e-Taiba, focusing on those providing logistical and financial support.

Vishnu Shankar Jain, petitioner in the Sambhal mosque case, denied leading a mob and raising «Jai Shree Ram» slogans, blaming the Samajwadi Party and others for spreading misinformation. He clarified that slogans were raised by people in a Hindu-majority area as he was being escorted out after the court-mandated survey.

Opposition members walked out of a parliamentary committee meeting on the Waqf Amendment Bill, protesting the chairman's decision to table the draft report on November 29. They argued the rushed timeline prevented comprehensive discussion and contradicted the Speaker's assurance of an extension. Several state Waqf boards and stakeholders hadn't been heard, rendering the process incomplete, they claimed.

Vishvaraj Singh Mewar, the new head of the Mewar royal family, performed mourning rites for his late father at Eklingnathji temple amid a palace access dispute.

Maharashtra's CM post remains undecided. Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis says discussions are ongoing. The BJP leader will meet with senior leaders. The Mahayuti alliance is working to resolve the impasse. A decision is expected soon. Fadnavis assures an announcement will be made shortly.

Robert Vadra hinted at a political entry following Priyanka Gandhi Vadra's Wayanad bypoll win. He expressed gratitude to Wayanad voters but also raised concerns about EVM irregularities. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra won by a large margin. This victory boosts Congress's presence in Wayanad. The win followed Rahul Gandhi's vacation of the seat.

Amidst speculation about the next chief minister following the Mahayuti alliance's resounding victory in the Maharashtra assembly elections, BJP leader Sudhir Mungantiwar affirmed that the decision will be made without haste. He emphasized that the chief minister will come from the alliance and dismissed rumors of internal conflict, comparing the alliance partners to the iconic friendship in the film 'Sholay'.

BJP leaders, spearheaded by Suvendu Adhikari, protested outside the Bangladesh High Commission in Kolkata over the arrest of ISKCON priest Chinmoy Krishna Das. They demanded his release, alleging religious persecution in Bangladesh. ISKCON representatives also condemned the arrest, emphasizing the organization's peaceful nature and charitable work, questioning the basis of the accusations.

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and other Indian leaders expressed concern over the arrest of an ISKCON monk in Bangladesh on sedition charges and ongoing violence against Hindu minorities. The Indian government called upon Bangladesh to ensure the safety and security of minorities, while protests erupted in India demanding the monk's release.

Justice Kuldip Singh, the Supreme Court's first «green judge,» passed away at 92. He left an enduring environmental legacy through two landmark cases: protecting the Taj Mahal from pollution and safeguarding forests. These cases, initiated during his tenure (1988-1996), continue to be heard by the Supreme Court today.