Farmers from Punjab will resume their march to Delhi on December 8, after Friday’s protest was met with tear gas and resistance at Haryana’s Shambhu border. Farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher confirmed the peaceful march, citing the government’s lack of response to their demands, including legal guarantees for MSP, justice for 2021 Lakhimpur Kheri victims, and compensation for farmers who died during past protests. Security has been tightened, with mobile internet suspended in Ambala district. Another leader, Jagjit Singh Dallewal, continues a fast unto death at Khanauri border. This marks the fourth attempt to press for farmers’ demands since February.

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol avoided impeachment after his martial law declaration, as his People Power Party (PPP) boycotted the vote. Opposition protests drew up to 1 million demonstrators demanding Yoon’s removal. Yoon had briefly suspended civilian rule and deployed troops to parliament, sparking global concern. Despite his apology for the turmoil, the impeachment motion failed to gain the required two-thirds majority. Opposition leader Lee Jae-myung vowed to reintroduce the motion. Analysts predict a prolonged crisis with weekly protests as Yoon's approval rating plummets to 13%. Critics call Yoon "politically dead," urging his resignation.

Australia's Travis Head opened up about his heated exchange with India's Mohammed Siraj during Day 2 of the pink-ball Test in Adelaide. Head, who scored a stellar 140 off 141 balls, claimed Siraj misinterpreted his "well bowled" compliment, leading to an animated send-off. The altercation saw Head react sharply, expressing disappointment over the incident. "If they want to act like that, so be it," he remarked. Despite the tension, Head celebrated his hundred by dedicating it to his newborn son, Harrison. Australia leads India by 29 runs, with the visitors struggling at 128/5 in their second innings.

Storm Darragh has battered the UK and Ireland, bringing gusts of up to 93mph, killing a man in Lancashire after a tree fell on his van. The Met Office issued a rare red warning for wind, urging millions to stay indoors due to life-threatening conditions. Over 86,000 homes are without power, and major disruptions include train suspensions, bridge closures, and flight cancellations across Heathrow and other airports. The Merseyside derby was postponed, while authorities warned of falling debris and dangerous waves. An amber warning remains until Sunday morning, with residents advised to gather essentials and prepare for further disruptions.

India ended Day 2 of the pink-ball Test in Adelaide at 128/5, still 29 runs behind Australia. The hosts' pace attack, led by Mitchell Starc, Scott Boland, and Pat Cummins, dismantled India's top order under the lights. Earlier, Travis Head's blistering 140 and Marnus Labuschagne's solid 64 gave Australia a 157-run first-innings lead. Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj shared eight wickets for India but couldn’t prevent the hosts from posting 337. In their second innings, India’s batters struggled, with Rishabh Pant (28*) and Shubman Gill (28) fighting to keep the innings alive. Australia remains in control.

Mumbai Police received a threat message on their traffic helpline on Saturday, mentioning ISI agents and a bomb plot against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The message was traced to a phone number in Ajmer, Rajasthan. A police team has been sent to apprehend the sender. Authorities suspect the individual may be mentally unstable or intoxicated. An FIR has been filed under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. Mumbai traffic police have also recently received threats against actor Salman Khan. Investigations are ongoing to determine the authenticity of the messages and their potential links to criminal groups.

India started Day 2 against Australia under pressure but made a strong comeback, bundling out the visitors for 337 runs. Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj starred with four wickets each, breaking key partnerships. Travis Head led Australia’s charge with a brilliant 140, supported by Marnus Labuschagne's 64. Despite this, India’s bowlers ensured Australia’s lead remained manageable. In their second innings, Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul began cautiously. Jaiswal, dismissed for a duck earlier, looked determined for redemption. India will rely on their partnership to recover and challenge Australia. The game remains evenly poised as Day 2 progresses.

Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2: The Rule shattered records at the box office, grossing ₹400 crore globally in just two days. Directed by Sukumar, the Telugu action-drama opened to massive crowds, surpassing previous blockbusters like RRR and Baahubali 2. The film collected ₹265 crore net in India, with Day 2 alone bringing in ₹90.1 crore. Released in multiple languages, Pushpa 2 recorded strong occupancy across regions, with Telugu and Hindi leading. With Allu Arjun reprising his iconic role as Pushpa Raj, alongside Rashmika Mandanna and Fahadh Faasil, the film promises a dominant run ahead.

Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj had a fiery exchange with Australia's Travis Head after dismissing him for 140 on Day 2 of the Adelaide pink-ball Test. Siraj's verbal send-off angered the Adelaide crowd, who booed him as he interacted with the umpires. Head, who counterattacked to rescue Australia from early troubles, responded to Siraj's words before heading back to the pavilion. Earlier, Head's quick 111-ball century led Australia to a commanding position, with a 152-run first-innings lead. India's batting faltered, managing only 180 runs, with Mitchell Starc claiming six wickets. Australia holds the upper hand despite India's 1-0 series lead.

Syrian forces have lost control of Daraa city, a key area in the 2011 uprising. Daraa’s fall marks another major defeat for President Bashar al-Assad’s regime. Rebel forces, led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), now control most of Daraa province. The rebels are advancing toward Homs and Damascus, pushing closer to Assad’s power base. In the east, government forces retreated from Deir Ezzor, losing territory to Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces. Airstrikes by Syrian and Russian forces have failed to halt the rebels. Over 280,000 people have been displaced amid the ongoing conflict.