Prince Harry revealed he has no plans to return to the UK with his wife Meghan Markle and their children, Archie and Lilibet. Speaking at The New York Times DealBook Summit, he said their life in the US offers privacy and freedom, unlike what they had in Britain. He expressed concerns over security and cited the trauma of his mother, Princess Diana's death in 1997, as a factor in his decision. Harry also shared his focus on being a good husband and father while reflecting on the pressures of royal life and its impact on his mental health.

ISRO's PSLV rocket successfully launched two European satellites, Proba-3, into orbit from Sriharikota. The mission, postponed by a day due to a satellite issue, lifted off at 4:04 pm and placed the satellites in a 600 km orbit. Proba-3 will create an artificial solar eclipse to study the Sun's corona, a mysterious and ultra-hot outer layer. This is the world's first precision formation flying mission, where two satellites work together autonomously. ISRO Chairman Dr S Somanath praised the team's precision. The project, led by ESA with Belgium and Spain, marks a major achievement in solar research and international collaboration.

Devendra Fadnavis was sworn in as Maharashtra's chief minister for the third time at a grand ceremony in Mumbai’s Azad Maidan. The event was attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Amit Shah, Nitin Gadkari, and Yogi Adityanath.   Bollywood icons Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Ranbir Kapoor, and Sanjay Dutt, along with industrialists Mukesh Ambani and Kumar Mangalam Birla, also graced the occasion. Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar took oaths as deputy chief ministers. The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance secured 230 out of 288 seats in the recent elections, ensuring a strong mandate for governance.

Delhi’s air quality has improved, with the AQI recorded at 161 in the 'moderate' category, according to the CPCB. The Supreme Court has allowed the withdrawal of GRAP-IV measures, which were implemented to combat severe pollution.   The Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) had restricted the use of older diesel vehicles and heavy goods vehicles, except for essential services. Delhi faced severe pollution post-Diwali, causing health concerns for residents. The city’s air quality was previously in the 'very poor' and 'severe' categories due to stubble burning and weather conditions. Authorities continue monitoring to maintain better air quality.

The Assam government has banned the public consumption of beef in hotels, restaurants, festivals, and community events, effective immediately. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the decision on December 4, 2024, after analyzing statements from Congress leaders who criticized beef distribution in Samaguri during the recent bypolls. This ban is an extension of the Assam Cattle Preservation Act of 2021, which already restricts cattle slaughter and beef sales in areas with Hindu, Jain, and Sikh majorities. Opposition leader Hafiz Rafiqul Islam condemned the move, questioning its consistency and impact on personal freedoms.

A man entered Salman Khan's film set in Mumbai without permission, causing alarm among the crew. He claimed to be a fan and said he only wanted to watch the shoot. When stopped by security, he angrily mentioned gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, saying, "Bishnoi ko bolun kya" (Should I inform Bishnoi?). The police were alerted and took the man to Shivaji Park Police Station for questioning. They found no criminal record or suspicious background. Salman Khan remains under Y+ security due to past threats linked to Lawrence Bishnoi, following incidents including ransom demands and gunfire near his home.

Eknath Shinde was sworn in as Maharashtra's deputy chief minister in Mumbai today. This came after days of talks over power-sharing within the Mahayuti alliance. Devendra Fadnavis took oath as chief minister, with Ajit Pawar as the second deputy CM. Shinde is set to meet Union Home Minister Amit Shah to discuss the allocation of the home portfolio, a key demand from the Shiv Sena. The BJP-led alliance secured 235 of 288 seats in last month’s assembly elections, with the BJP as the largest party. Shinde has assured full support to Fadnavis’s leadership.

Ahead of the second Test in Adelaide, India’s captain Rohit Sharma explained his decision to drop himself from the opening spot, allowing KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal to continue. Rohit emphasized that while the decision was tough personally, it made sense for the team’s success. Reflecting on their performance in Perth, he stated that Rahul and Jaiswal’s partnership was crucial, and there was no reason to change it. He also dismissed rumors of a rift in the Australian camp and issued a firm warning to Australia, saying, “Records are meant to be broken,” ahead of the pink-ball Test.

Indian chess prodigy Gukesh stunned the chess world again during his World Chess Championship match against Ding Liren by rejecting a draw offer. In game 8, Gukesh was in a disadvantageous position but chose to continue the game, defying a threefold repetition that would have led to a draw. His decision earned admiration from chess legends like Magnus Carlsen, who called it “baffling” but “fascinating.” Judit and Susan Polgar also praised the 18-year-old for his bold mindset, with Susan noting his relentless approach to “bulldoze” his opponent. Gukesh’s fearless play continues to make waves in the chess world.

India's ISRO successfully launched the Proba-3 mission for the European Space Agency (ESA) from Sriharikota at 4:04 PM today. The mission, managed by NewSpace India Ltd., involves two satellites, Coronagraph (310 kg) and Occulter (240 kg), flying 150 meters apart in precise formation to study the Sun's Corona. Proba-3 aims to provide critical insights into space weather and the Sun’s outer atmosphere, which is hotter than its surface. Officials called the liftoff a "textbook launch," with the 44.5-meter rocket achieving its desired orbit within 18 minutes. This marks another milestone in India’s global space collaboration.