Atul Subhash, a 34-year-old engineer in Bengaluru, died by suicide on December 9, leaving behind a 24-page note. The note accused his wife and her relatives of harassment, including false cases against him. Subhash, originally from Uttar Pradesh, claimed his wife had filed multiple cases, including charges of dowry harassment and murder, which were later withdrawn. He also alleged judicial corruption. Before his death, Subhash shared the note and a video on social media, calling for justice and urging live hearings for his case. His tragic end has sparked calls for accountability and reform.

Animesh Mandal, a 44-year-old deputy superintendent-rank Intelligence Bureau (IB) officer posted in Nagpur, was arrested for sharing a hoax bomb threat on an IndiGo flight from Nagpur to Kolkata. The November 14 flight, carrying 187 passengers, made an emergency landing in Raipur, where the threat was deemed baseless. Mandal was charged under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and aviation safety laws. His lawyer claims the alert stemmed from unverified intelligence. Police confirmed the arrest followed IB interrogation. India recorded 719 hoax bomb threats to airlines in 2024, emphasizing the importance of robust aviation security protocols, including the Bomb Threat Contingency Plan.    

A BEST bus accident in Kurla West, Mumbai, killed six people and injured 49 others on Monday night. The bus lost control on SG Barve Marg, hitting pedestrians, vehicles, and a residential building. Officials said the driver, Sanjay More, has been detained. The 12-metre electric bus, leased from Olectra Greentech, ploughed through a 100-metre stretch before stopping. Rescue teams rushed the injured to hospitals. Traffic on SG Barve Marg remains closed, and buses are being rerouted. Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash, with initial reports suggesting the driver lost control, causing the vehicle to speed up.

At least 3 people were killed and 20 others injured when a BEST bus lost control in Mumbai's Kurla area. The bus, on route 332 from Kurla station to Andheri, hit pedestrians and vehicles before crashing into the gates of a residential society. Authorities suspect a brake failure caused the accident. A nurse at Kurla Bhabha Hospital confirmed that three of the injured were declared dead. The driver of the bus was unharmed. The incident is under investigation by local officials.

Sanjay Malhotra, a 1990-batch IAS officer, has been appointed as the new Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor. He will replace Shaktikanta Das, whose term ends on December 10. Malhotra, an IIT Kanpur graduate with a Master’s from Princeton, has over 33 years of experience in finance, taxation, and governance. Previously, he served as Revenue Secretary and held key positions in the Ministry of Finance. Das, who led the RBI since 2018, was praised for his steady leadership and earned global recognition. Malhotra will serve as the 26th RBI Governor for a term of three years.

A massive fire erupted at Jungle Jamboree restaurant in Delhi's Rajouri Garden area on Monday afternoon. The Delhi Fire Service dispatched 10 fire engines to control the blaze, which started around 2:01 PM. Thick smoke filled the air, causing panic among nearby shopkeepers. More than 20 people were inside the restaurant when the fire broke out, with several jumping to a nearby building’s terrace to escape. The cause of the fire remains unclear. Authorities have cordoned off the area to aid firefighting efforts. No casualties have been reported yet.

Union Revenue Secretary Sanjay Malhotra has been appointed as the new Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). A 1990-batch IAS officer of the Rajasthan cadre, Malhotra will take over the role from Shaktikanta Das, whose tenure ends on Tuesday. Malhotra’s appointment comes at a time when the country is facing several economic challenges. He brings extensive experience in managing financial matters and is expected to steer the RBI through key decisions in the coming years. His appointment has garnered significant attention as the central bank plays a pivotal role in India’s economy.

More than 40 schools in Delhi, including DPS RK Puram and GD Goenka School Paschim Vihar, received bomb threat emails on Monday morning. The emails, reportedly sent at 11:38 PM on December 8, demanded $30,000, warning of multiple bombs “hidden very well” that could injure people. Students were evacuated as a precaution, and schools like Mother Mary’s issued alerts to parents for immediate collection of their children. Delhi Chief Minister Atishi criticized the Centre for deteriorating law and order, calling it a security failure. Investigations are underway, with police tightening security across the capital.

At least Rs 12 lakh worth of valuables, including gold chains, mobile phones, and cash, were stolen during the swearing-in ceremony of Maharashtra’s Mahayuti government at Azad Maidan on December 5. The high-profile event, attended by BJP's Devendra Fadnavis, Shiv Sena’s Eknath Shinde, and NCP’s Ajit Pawar, saw over 40,000 attendees. The theft occurred as people exited the venue through gate number two, where thieves took advantage of the crowd. Police have filed FIRs and are reviewing CCTV footage to identify the culprits, but no arrests have been made yet.

Farmers resumed their ‘Dilli Chalo’ march on Sunday from the Shambhu border between Punjab and Haryana, demanding legal guarantees for Minimum Support Price (MSP) and farm loan waivers. Haryana Police stopped the group of 101 farmers with barricades and used tear gas, injuring several protesters. Farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher announced the march’s suspension for the day, citing injuries. Protesters under Samyukta Kisan Morcha vowed to continue unless talks with the Centre commence. Security measures, including barricades and suspended mobile internet in Ambala villages, remain in effect. Farmers are also demanding pensions and justice for Lakhimpur Kheri victims.