During his visit to Kuwait, Prime Minister Narendra Modi told Indian workers that India has the cheapest mobile internet in the world. Speaking at the Gulf Spic Labour Camp, Modi highlighted how low data costs allow people in India to stay connected with family through video calls. He emphasized that video conferencing is affordable in India, making it easy to communicate globally. Modi’s visit is the first by an Indian prime minister in over four decades. He also discussed India-Kuwait relations, including energy and trade collaboration.

Blake Lively has filed a lawsuit against her It Ends with Us co-star and director, Justin Baldoni, accusing him of sexual harassment. Lively claims Baldoni made inappropriate comments about weight, sexual topics, and showed explicit images during production. She also accused him of manipulating her reputation after she set boundaries. Lively’s lawsuit, which seeks damages for emotional distress, alleges that Sony Pictures approved her requests but Baldoni continued harmful behavior. Baldoni’s lawyer has denied the accusations, calling them false. The case is ongoing, with no public comment from the involved parties yet.

Radheshyam Chaudhary, a 32-year-old mechanic, was severely burned after a gas tanker exploded on the Jaipur-Ajmer highway on Friday. Despite being engulfed in flames, he walked 600 meters seeking help. Bystanders filmed him but did not assist. His brother was alerted and rushed to the scene, finding Radheshyam conscious but severely injured. They drove him to the hospital, but with 85% burns, his chances of survival were slim. Radheshyam later died from his injuries. His brother expressed shock at the lack of help from onlookers during the tragic incident.

Talks for a ceasefire in Gaza are 90% complete, a Palestinian official told the BBC. Key issues remain, like Israel’s military role in southern Gaza. A proposed deal would include releasing hostages and Palestinian prisoners in stages. Aid trucks would bring supplies to Gaza, and civilians could return north under international oversight. A new committee would manage Gaza, with no ties to political groups. US, Qatar, and Egypt are helping mediate the deal. Hamas and other groups say progress depends on Israel stopping new demands. The talks aim to end the 14-month war.

A Saudi-born doctor drove a car into a crowd at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, killing five people and injuring hundreds. The attack happened on Friday evening. Authorities revealed Saudi Arabia had warned Germany about the man three times before. He was arrested at the scene and is suspected of murder. Investigators are unsure of his motive but believe frustration over refugee policies may be involved. Witnesses said the car sped 400 metres through the market, leaving destruction and chaos. Germany’s Chancellor Scholz and local leaders called the event a tragic loss. The investigation is ongoing.

US President-elect Donald Trump has warned Panama about charging high fees for the use of the Panama Canal. In a Truth Social post, he wrote, “If the principles, both moral and legal, of this magnanimous gesture of giving are not followed, then we will demand that the Panama Canal be returned to us, in full, and without question.” Trump accused Panama of mismanaging the canal and raised concerns about potential Chinese influence. He criticised the fees as excessive, saying they undermine US generosity. This rare threat targets a sovereign nation. Panama has not yet responded to Trump’s comments.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said India will act in its national interest without fear. Speaking at an event in Mumbai, he stated that India would not let others dictate its choices. He stressed blending tradition with modern technology for growth. Jaishankar highlighted the importance of preserving India’s heritage while becoming a global power. He said India’s achievements in the past decade show its capabilities and commitment to progress. He urged the younger generation to value India’s culture and traditions. Jaishankar added that India is rediscovering its identity and becoming a strong voice on the global stage.

A multi-storey building collapsed in Mohali’s Sohana village on Saturday evening, killing 2 people. Rescuers worked all night to find those trapped under the debris. A 20-year-old woman from Himachal Pradesh and a man from Haryana’s Ambala lost their lives. The collapse happened due to excavation work on a nearby plot, causing the land to sink. The building owners have been booked for negligence. Rescue teams, including the Army and NDRF, continue their efforts. Hospitals in the area are on alert. Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann expressed grief and assured strict action against those responsible.

Seven Indians were injured, and five people were killed in a car-ramming attack at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany. Among the injured, three have been discharged. The Indian Embassy is assisting affected citizens. The suspect, Saudi national Taleb al-Abdulmohsen, reportedly held Islamophobic views and opposed Germany’s migrant policies. The attack injured 205 others, with a nine-year-old among the deceased. Germany’s Chancellor Olaf Scholz condemned the act as “terrible, insane.” The market event has been canceled in mourning for the victims. Authorities are investigating potential motives behind the incident.

A three-storey building collapsed in Mohali, Punjab, on December 21, 2024, killing a 20-year-old woman and leaving several others trapped under the debris. The building housed a gym on all three floors, and it collapsed during excavation work in the adjacent building’s basement. Rescue operations are underway, with teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), police, and fire services working to rescue those trapped. Medical teams are also on standby. Authorities have registered a case against the building owners, Parwinder Singh and Gagandeep Singh.