Sixteen schools in Delhi received bomb threat emails early Friday, prompting extensive security searches. This incident follows a similar hoax targeting 44 schools on December 9. Emails, referencing school events, warned of explosions, sparking panic among parents and staff. Security agencies, including bomb squads and fire services, thoroughly searched affected campuses. Schools like DPS RK Puram and Cambridge School shifted to online classes, while authorities declared the threats baseless. AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal expressed concern over the psychological impact on children and urged improved safety measures. Delhi Police confirmed investigations are ongoing to identify the culprits behind these repeated hoaxes.

In the tragic Bengaluru techie suicide case, Karnataka Police issued summons to Atul Subhash’s wife, Nikita Singhania, her mother, and two relatives, demanding their appearance within 3 days. Subhash, originally from Bihar, left a 24-page note alleging harassment, multiple false cases, and bribery involving a judge. He accused his estranged wife and her family of demanding ₹3 crore post-divorce. Police discovered his body in a locked flat and found a video message seeking justice and requesting his ashes remain unimmersed until justice was served. His family vowed to fight for justice.

Actor Allu Arjun was arrested on Friday in connection with a stampede at Hyderabad’s Sandhya Theatre during the Pushpa 2 screening on December 4. The incident resulted in the death of a 35-year-old woman and injuries to her 9-year-old son. The chaos unfolded when massive crowds gathered to see Arjun, causing the theatre’s main gate to collapse. A case of criminal negligence has been filed against the actor and the theatre. Arjun expressed his condolences, donated ₹25 lakh to the family, and assured support. The movie, starring Rashmika Mandanna, has grossed ₹1,000 crore worldwide.

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) received a bomb threat email on Friday, targeting its Mumbai headquarters. The email, written in Russian, was sent to RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra's official email address. Mumbai Police promptly registered a case under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and initiated an investigation to trace the sender. Security around the RBI premises has been heightened. Authorities are working to identify the motive and ensure safety. No further details on the sender have been disclosed yet.

A massive fire broke out at a private hospital in Dindigul, Tamil Nadu, on Thursday, killing six people. At least 29 patients were rescued and shifted to the Dindigul Government Hospital. Firefighters are working to control the blaze, but the cause of the fire is still unknown. The district collector and senior officials are overseeing rescue operations. A hospital official stated they are cooperating with emergency responders. The extent of the damage is yet to be confirmed. Authorities are ensuring the safety of all patients and staff while investigating the tragic incident.

Several Delhi schools, including DPS East of Kailash and Modern School, received bomb threats via email on Friday. The email claimed explosives were planted and linked the threat to a dark web group. It warned of potential blasts on December 13 and 14, coinciding with parent-teacher meetings in some schools. Authorities sent students home and called in police, fire teams, and bomb squads. No suspicious items have been found so far. The email also demanded a reply from the schools. Investigations are ongoing as officials work to ensure safety.

At least six people died after a massive fire broke out at a private hospital in Dindigul, Tamil Nadu, early on Thursday morning. Local authorities confirmed that 29 patients were transferred to Dindigul Government Hospital. Rescue operations are ongoing as firefighters work to control the blaze. The cause of the fire remains unknown, and authorities are assessing the situation. Senior officials, including the district collector, visited the site to oversee relief operations. The hospital is cooperating with emergency responders, and further details are awaited. The incident has sparked fears of more casualties.

An electric BEST bus lost control on SG Barve Marg in Kurla, Mumbai, killing seven and injuring 42, including four policemen, on Monday night. The bus also damaged 22 vehicles. CCTV footage shows driver Sanjay More grabbing backpacks and jumping out of a window after the crash. He has been arrested for culpable homicide. Investigations revealed More had only 10 days of training to operate electric buses. BEST has now made breath analyser tests mandatory for drivers. Meetings with private operators supplying buses stressed better driver training. The tragic incident highlights the need for stricter safety measures and regulations.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that people who have not applied for the National Register of Citizens (NRC) will be denied Aadhaar cards. The state government has approved a new rule linking Aadhaar applications with NRC registration. Applicants must provide their NRC application number from 2015 for verification. If the applicant or their family did not apply for NRC, their Aadhaar request will be rejected. This decision aims to address concerns about illegal immigration from Bangladesh. The move will not apply to central government employees working outside Assam.

The Supreme Court has laid down eight factors for courts to consider when deciding alimony in divorce cases. These include the social and economic status of both parties, the wife's basic needs, and the couple’s standard of living. Other factors include income sources, employment status, and whether the wife left her job for the family. The financial status of the husband and legal expenses are also to be considered. This decision came during the divorce case of Praveen and Anju Jain, where the court ordered Rs 5 crore as alimony. The couple had been living apart for 20 years.