Political fireworks erupted over Vande Mataram as PM Modi and Congress leaders clashed, highlighting the centrality of historical narratives. Meanwhile, IndiGo's ongoing flight cancellations and substantial refunds continued to impact passengers and the aviation sector. Markets adopted a cautious stance amid global uncertainties, while cricketer Smriti Mandhana refocuses on her career after personal plans shifted.

India's Ministry of External Affairs has urged Chinese authorities to ensure fair treatment for Indian travelers transiting through their airports. This statement follows reports of alleged harassment of an Arunachal Pradesh woman, prompting an advisory for Indian nationals to exercise caution when traveling to or through China.

Nikorndej Balankura, Director-General, Department of Information of the Foreign Ministry, said that one Thai soldier was killed and eight others were injured in the clashes

According to the Bosnian Serb leader, Europe’s economic success was largely based on access to Russian resources

76% of respondents said they have not seen so far practically any positive effect from the initiatives

The law establishes the goals and objectives, principles and legal foundations for countering terrorism, as well as minimizing or eliminating the consequences of terrorist manifestations

According to the National Assembly, Thailand started to attack Cambodia on December 7 and continued strikes the next day, using «F-16 fighter jets, heavy weapons, and toxic substances»

A total of 347 thousand passengers flew with Icelandair in November, a 15% increase year-on-year. The strongest growth was among passengers departing Iceland and those transiting through the country on transatlantic journeys. Seat occupancy reached 83.5%, and the airline’s on-time performance was 88.8%.

TEHRAN – A delegation of knowledge-based companies operating in the medical, pharmaceutical, laboratory, and food industries will travel to Armenia to bolster technological collaborations between the two countries and develop export markets.

TEHRAN – Iranian officials and the ambassadors of 19 African countries to Tehran have discussed ways to enhance cooperation in the fields of science, education, research, and health.

TEHRAN – A delegation of senior police officers, led by Iran's anti-narcotics police chief, Iraj Kakavand, participated in the third international conference on combating drugs, held on December 7 and 8 in Baghdad, Iraq.

TEHRAN –The Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) has expressed its readiness to dispatch relief teams and humanitarian aid to assist Indonesians affected by floods.

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AAP MP Raghav Chadha has strongly criticized toll plazas in India. He highlighted that commuters face heavy taxes, bad roads, and long waits despite paying multiple charges. Chadha described this situation as 'legalised loot'. He urged the government to review toll norms and suggested free passage if waits exceed five minutes.

Amid rising doubts about Keir Starmer's prospects of survival, the Labour Together think-tank has been quietly asking local parties for views on a successor.

Passengers visiting the major UK airport have been warned they will need to arrive earlier than usual to make it in time for their flight, with many missing them altogether.

The Scottish First Minister, at an SNP campaign event on Monday morning, will attempt to revitalise his party's long-running push to break up the United Kingdom.

Police said they had received reports of a shooting at Storo Storsente, Oslo's largest shopping centre, on Monday morning and the suspected shooter, 19, has been apprehended.

Flooding could deluge homes and properties in at-risk areas with a combined 75 flood alerts and 13 warnings active today across England and Wales.

Trinamool MP Sugata Roy objected to PM Modi referring to Bankim Chandra Chatterjee as «Bankim Da» in Lok Sabha, suggesting «Bankim Babu» instead. The Prime Minister accepted the correction, highlighting the song's significance in India's struggle against colonial rule and its role in the Swadeshi movement.

The EU has developed a differentiated system of financial supervision, distributing powers among the ECB, ESMA, SRB and AMLA. Each authority operates with distinct mandates, governance structures and accountability mechanisms. Their combined roles illustrate how the Union balances centralisation, coordination and independence to address systemic risks, cross-border challenges and financial innovation. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi fiercely attacked the Congress in Lok Sabha, accusing the party of compromising on the national song 'Vande Mataram' from the freedom movement to post-Independence. He criticized Jawaharlal Nehru's handling of opposition to the song, stating the Congress «fragmented» it and «bowed to the Muslim League,» ultimately leading to the country's partition.

In the aftermath of the tragic Air India crash in Ahmedabad, families of the victims are actively seeking answers, with their legal team investigating potential electrical failures and the peculiar behavior of cockpit lights.

Aviation minister K Rammohan Naidu has vowed «very, very strict action» against IndiGo for its recent flight disruptions, citing internal lapses in crew management and roster planning. He clarified the issue is unrelated to past system malfunctions, emphasizing that the airline's mismanagement caused the crisis. Naidu stressed that accountability is paramount, promising to set an industry example.

Congress criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for allegedly rewriting history and politicizing the Lok Sabha debate on 'Vande Mataram'. Deputy leader Gaurav Gogoi accused the PM of repeatedly mentioning Nehru and Congress to revise historical contributions. Gogoi asserted Congress's pivotal role in elevating 'Vande Mataram' to national song status, highlighting its adoption at party sessions.