Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a 110-minute speech in Parliament, slammed the Congress and the Nehru-Gandhi family for repeatedly undermining India's Constitution. He accused the family of sowing divisive seeds during their 55 years in power, referencing amendments made by Jawaharlal Nehru, Indira Gandhi's Emergency, and Rajiv Gandhi's disregard for the Shah Bano verdict. Modi emphasized his government's commitment to strengthening the Constitution, pointing to the repeal of Article 370 and the implementation of GST. He also laid out 11 proposals, including ensuring that reservations are not based on religion.

A shooting near a migrant camp in Dunkirk, France, left 5 people dead on December 14, 2024. A 22-year-old man, claiming responsibility for the killings, surrendered at a nearby Ghyvelde police station. He confessed to first shooting a 29-year-old in Wormhout, followed by the killing of four others at the Loon-Plage camp, including two security agents and two migrants. Witnesses described the attacker, believed to be a French national, opening fire with a shotgun. Authorities are investigating the motives behind the attack, which targeted Kurdish migrants who had recently been rescued after a failed Channel crossing.

Allu Arjun’s celebratory return home after his release from jail has sparked outrage on social media, with many users criticizing the actor for celebrating while a boy injured in the Pushpa 2 stampede remains in critical condition. The actor had been arrested in connection with the death of a fan at the film’s premiere. Despite being released on bail, Arjun’s emotional reunion and the subsequent publicity, including celebrity visits and a press conference, were deemed insensitive by many. Social media users lamented that Arjun failed to visit the deceased’s family despite promises of support.

Indian badminton star PV Sindhu got engaged to Venkata Datta Sai in an intimate ceremony on December 14, 2024. The couple will marry in Udaipur on December 22, followed by a reception in Hyderabad on December 24. Sindhu shared a heartwarming photo from the engagement, captioned with a quote by Kahlil Gibran. Sindhu, a two-time Olympic medallist and five-time world championship medalist, ended a long title drought with her victory at the Syed Modi International last month. Her father, PV Ramana, explained the wedding was timed to fit Sindhu’s demanding training schedule.

The US has acknowledged direct contact with Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) rebels, following their toppling of Syria’s Assad regime. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken confirmed discussions with HTS regarding the fate of missing American journalist Austin Tice. This marks the first US acknowledgment of communication with the group, designated as a terrorist organization. The rebels, led by Ahmed al-Sharaa, are seeking an inclusive Syrian government after the overthrow of President Bashar al-Assad. International talks in Jordan emphasized regional unity and peace, while Israel continued airstrikes against Syria’s strategic assets. HTS's future role remains uncertain.

Travis Head continued to trouble India, scoring his 18th Test fifty on Day 2 of the 3rd Test in Melbourne. He and Steve Smith steadied Australia after early blows from Jasprit Bumrah, who removed both openers quickly. Smith, nearing his own fifty, survived a missed DRS review by India. Earlier, Marnus Labuschagne was dismissed by Nitish Kumar Reddy after a scratchy knock. Mohammed Siraj gave India an injury scare with a hamstring issue but later returned to the field. Australia capitalized on better batting conditions in the second session, setting a strong foundation.

Delhi shivered through a biting cold wave on Sunday as the minimum temperature dropped to 4.9°C, marking the city's third cold snap this week. Safdarjung recorded the sharpest dip of 3°C in 24 hours, while Palam reported 6.2°C. This follows Thursday’s season-low of 4.5°C. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts continued cold wave conditions across northern states, including Punjab and Haryana. Meanwhile, Delhi’s air quality worsened, with the AQI rising to 246 in the 'poor' category. Localities like Anand Vihar and Bawana recorded higher AQI levels, crossing 290. Shelter homes are seeing an influx as residents seek refuge from the chill.

Sambhal officials reopened the centuries-old Bhasma Shankar temple, locked since the 1978 communal riots, during an anti-encroachment drive near Shahi Jama Masjid. The temple, discovered during a power theft inspection led by SDM Vandana Misra, contained a Hanuman idol and Shivling. Locals claimed the temple, tied to the Rastogi community, was abandoned after Hindu families migrated following the riots. Mukesh Rastogi, a resident, believes the temple is over 500 years old. The discovery follows weeks of unrest in the area over mosque-related surveys. Authorities now plan to restore the temple and its nearby well for public use.

In a major development in Bengaluru techie Atul Subhash's suicide case, his estranged wife Nikita Singhania, her mother Nisha, and brother Anurag were arrested on December 14 for abetment to suicide. Atul had died by suicide earlier this month, leaving a detailed note and a video accusing his wife and in-laws of harassment, which allegedly led to his mental agony. Nikita was detained in Gurugram, while her mother and brother were apprehended in Allahabad. The tragic case has sparked widespread discussions on mental health and the consequences of familial disputes. Investigations are ongoing to uncover further details.

Four individuals were arrested for vandalizing a Hindu temple, homes, and shops in Sunamganj, Bangladesh, following tensions over a Facebook post. The incident on December 3 involved a mob attacking the Loknath Temple and properties of the Hindu community after a post by Akash Das circulated online. Police detained Das for safety but faced mob resistance. Authorities filed cases against 12 identified and over 150 unidentified suspects. Communal violence against minorities has surged in Bangladesh, with 88 incidents reported since August. India has expressed strong concerns over these attacks, while international groups call for immediate action to protect minorities.