The Income Tax department has recovered around ₹250 crore in unaccounted cash so far from raids on an Odisha-based distillery group. Premises linked to Congress Rajya Sabha MP Dhiraj Sahu were also searched. Huge stacks of cash were found stashed away in almirahs across locations in Odisha, Jharkhand, and West Bengal. Tagging a news report on the raids, PM Modi tweeted: "Countrymen should look at these piles of currency notes and then hear the addresses of its (Congress) leaders on honesty. Every penny looted from people will have to be returned. This is Modi's guarantee." The raids launched against Boudh Distillery Private Limited on Wednesday are continuing.

A six-year-old girl was raped at a wedding in eastern Rajasthan’s Dausa district on Thursday. The girl had gone to attend the wedding with her parents at a hotel. While playing, she went missing for a long time before being found unconscious by her mother. There were blood stains on her clothes. She was rushed to JK Lone Hospital in Jaipur where she is in critical but stable condition. Inspector General Umesh Chand Dutta said teams are questioning guests present at the event and checking CCTV footage, while forensic teams gather evidence. Police have launched a manhunt for the unidentified perpetrator.

In the aftermath of Cyclone Michaung and heavy rains, schools and colleges in Chennai remain closed for the fifth consecutive day. The Tamil Nadu government declared a holiday, prioritizing student safety amidst widespread flooding and civic issues. District Collector Kalachelvi Mohan ordered continued closures in flood-affected circles, including Sriperumbudur and Kunradathur. With at least 20 lives lost due to the rains and flooding, relief efforts are underway. The Tamil Nadu School Education Department postponed half-yearly exams, rescheduling them after assessing the situation. Parents and students are urged to stay updated on school notifications.

The Supreme Court is scheduled to announce its verdict on December 11 regarding petitions challenging the abrogation of Article 370, which conferred special status on Jammu and Kashmir. The five-judge bench, headed by CJI DY Chandrachud, will disclose the decision following a September 5 reserve order after 16 days of hearings. The petitioners, including leaders from the National Conference and People's Democratic Party, contested the government's 2019 move to revoke Article 370 and Article 35A. The latter accorded Jammu and Kashmir distinct legal provisions. The impending verdict holds significance in determining the constitutional ramifications of the abrogation.

A holiday was announced for Chennai schools and colleges on Friday as areas remained flooded after Cyclone Michaung's landfall earlier this week. Power supply disruptions also continued across suburbs. Torrential Michaung rains previously led to December 7 closures as places like Velachery and Tambaram faced inundation. On Thursday, Mudichur volunteers waded through knee-deep water to distribute food and water. Meanwhile, milk and curd shortages persisted for the third straight day. Responding to the situation, PM Modi directed the Home Ministry to release the second Rs 450 crore tranche for Tamil Nadu cyclone relief efforts. As the Chennai region deals with the compounding impact of the extreme weather, the Center bolstered monetary assistance.

A promising young doctor in Kerala, 26-year-old Dr. Shahana, died by suicide last week, allegedly after her boyfriend refused to marry her because her family could not meet exorbitant dowry demands. Dr. Shahana was due to marry fellow doctor E.A. Ruwais when his family demanded 150 gold sovereigns, 15 acres of land, and a BMW luxury vehicle as dowry. Unable to fulfil such extravagant demands, the wedding was called off, causing Dr. Shahana immense grief. She left behind a tragic suicide note that read "Everyone wants money only." Police have charged Dr. Ruwais with abetment to suicide and launched an investigation. The disturbing case highlights the ongoing scourge of dowry abuse and violence against women in parts of Indian society. Authorities have promised action and consequences over the young doctor's needless death.

Cyclone Michaung weakened over Tamil Nadu but left parts of Chennai still grappling with floodwaters, power outages, stranded residents, and a rising death toll on Wednesday. Three more bodies were found in a collapsed building, taking the total dead to 20. Multiple agencies carried out relief efforts, but neighborhoods remained inundated. Large parts of Chennai had no power for the third straight day. Chief Minister MK Stalin sought ₹5,060 crores in interim relief from PM Modi and asked for the floods to be declared a national calamity. Modi said his thoughts were with affected families, praising authorities working tirelessly on the ground. The cyclone made landfall Tuesday afternoon in Andhra Pradesh, which also saw damage, before weakening. Recovery efforts were underway there as well, but Chennai continues to deal with coastal devastation in Michaung's wake.

Chennai faces persistent challenges on the third day post-Cyclone Michaung, enduring power outages and widespread flooding. The Tamil Nadu government justifies ongoing power suspensions in submerged areas as a "preventive measure," while locals navigate waterlogged streets in regions like Velachery and Tambaram. Evacuation efforts continue, with residents seeking refuge in relief camps. Shop owners recount substantial losses, emphasizing the economic toll. Relief camps, however, provide essential supplies. Chief Secretary Shiv Das Meena assures ongoing drainage initiatives, road cleaning, and water supply. Emergency services, including NDRF personnel, remain actively engaged as Chennai contends with the prolonged aftermath of the cyclone.

Following the shocking assassination of Sukhdev Singh Gogamedi, leader of Shri Rashtriya Rajput Karni Sena, Rajasthan witnesses intensified protests. Members of the Karni Sena and other community outfits stage demonstrations across key locations. A video shared by ANI captures the community sitting in protest in Jaipur. Protesters demand a judicial probe into the murder, emphasizing the need for accountability. In Jaipur, supporters blocked the Shipra Path road outside the hospital where Gogamedi's body was taken. Similar protests erupted in Churu, Udaipur, Alwar, and Jodhpur. The situation remains tense as community members seek justice and answers regarding the security lapses that led to Gogamedi's tragic demise.

Cyclone Michaung, downgraded to a depression, battered Central Coastal Andhra Pradesh, leaving destruction in its wake. The storm caused extensive damage, impacting 770 km of roads, uprooting 35 trees, and claiming three livestock lives. The Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister's Office reports nearly 40 lakh people affected across 194 villages and two towns, with 25 villages inundated. Although no human casualties occurred on Tuesday, the storm's aftermath claimed 12 lives in rain-related incidents in Chennai. The India Meteorological Department anticipates further weakening into a low-pressure area. Relief efforts, backed by a Rs 23 crore state fund, are underway to address the aftermath, including damaged structures and marooned houses.