Lok Sabha adjourned to meet again at 11:00 AM on Dec 18 – World News Network

The Lok Sabha on Wednesday was adjourned at midnight, with the next date for meeting set to 11 am on Thursday. The Lok Sabha on Wednesday took up discussion on…

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HP govt extends school annual function deadline to December 31 – World News Network

The Himachal Pradesh government has made it clear that no annual programmes will be allowed in government secondary and elementary schools beyond December 31, 2025, while granting a one-time extension…

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Ashes 3rd Test: Lyon overtakes McGrath, becomes 2nd highest Test wicket-taker for Australia – World News Network

Lyon achieved this upward movement in the charts during the third Ashes Test against England…

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Ashes 3rd Test: Starc becomes first player to complete 10 fifty-plus scores batting at number nine or below in Tests – World News Network

Starc achieved this feat during the third Ashes Test against England at Adelaide Oval. Batting…

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From Udhampur to Bengal: Pacer Brijesh Sharma finally makes it to the IPL, reflects on his journey – World News Network

Rajasthan Royals, the inaugural IPL champions, got the right-arm pacer Brijesh at his base price…

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“I hope it reaches the final stage”: Anupam Kher on Homebound’s shortlisting at Oscars 2026 – World News Network

Director Anupam Kher has extended his best wishes to the makers of 'Homebound' after they got shortlisted to become eligible…

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‘Wicked’ fame director Jon M Chu to be honoured with Judy Garland Award at Lumiere Awards 2026 – World News Network

The 'Wicked' fame director Jon M. Chu will receive the inaugural Judy Garland Award at the Lumiere Awards 2026.

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Actor Alan Cumming to host BAFTA Awards 2026 – World News Network

Alan Cumming is set to host the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) 2026.

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‘Wicked’ fame director Jon M Chu to be honoured with Judy Garland Award at Lumiere Awards 2026 – World News Network

The 'Wicked' fame director Jon M. Chu will receive the inaugural Judy Garland Award at the Lumiere Awards 2026.

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Actor Alan Cumming to host BAFTA Awards 2026 – World News Network

Alan Cumming is set to host the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) 2026.

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Mrunal Thakur, Adivi Sesh starrer ‘Dacoit’ teaser out, film to hit theatres on March 19 – World News Network

The makers of Mrunal Thakur and Adivi Sesh's starrer 'Dacoit' have finally released the teaser of the film, offering a…

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Jason Momoa, Dave Bautista collaborate for action-comedy film ‘The Wrecking Crew’, to stream from Jan 28 – World News Network

Dave Bautista and Jason Momoa have come together for an action-comedy film, 'The Wrecking Crew'. The makers have released first-look…

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Karan Johar “over the moon” after ‘Homebound’ gets shortlisted at Oscars 2025, drops a special shoutout to director Neeraj Ghaywan – World News Network

Karan Johar took to his social media handle and penned a heartfelt note, celebrating Homebound's milestone.

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Business

Sundrex Oil Company Ltd.’s Rs. 32.25 crore SME IPO to open for Subscription on December 22, 2025 – World News Network

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 18: Established in 2010, Sundrex Oil Company Limited is a manufacturer…

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Karnataka’s Siddhartha Academy of Higher Education Partners with upGrad School of Technology to Drive Industry-Linked, On-Campus Innovation – World News Network

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 18: Karnataka's Deemed-to-be-University Sri Siddhartha Academy of Higher Education (SSAHE) has…

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Onarika Entertainment Announces High-Octane Patriotic Action Suspense Film: “JE BAAT” – World News Network

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 18: Onarika Entertainment, a well-known name in the event management industry…

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Domestic growth to support India’s auto loan asset-backed-securities performance in 2026: Fitch Ratings – World News Network

Fitch Ratings has maintained a 'Neutral' outlook for India's auto loan asset-backed securities (ABS) sector…

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Leh hit by 3.4-magnitude earthquake – World News Network

An earthquake of magnitude 3.4 struck Leh, Ladakh, late at night on Tuesday, according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS).

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KMB an encouragement for artists: PMO advisor Tarun Kapoor – World News Network

The Kochi-Muziris Biennale (KMB) is an encouragement for artists across the world, said Tarun Kapoor, an advisor in the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), after viewing the artworks featured in the…

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Tamil Nadu: Fire breaks out at LIC Office in Madurai, woman dies – World News Network

A fire broke out in an LIC Office in the Periyar area of Madurai on Tuesday night. The fire tender and ambulance were reported to be at the scene. One…

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Parliament passes bill allowing 100 pc FDI in insurance sector – World News Network

Parliament on Wednesday passed the 'Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha (Amendment of Insurance Laws) Bill, 2025', with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman assuring members that opening up the sector will attract new…

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Indian Railways nears complete electrification; hits 99.2 % of broad gauge network, ahead of UK, Russia and China – World News Network

In a significant milestone for the nation's transportation infrastructure, Indian Railways has achieved electrification of 99.2 per cent of its broad gauge network, putting it ahead of countries like the…

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Second WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine kicks off in New Delhi – World News Network

The session marks the start of the three-day global scientific gathering, held from December 17th to 19th, 2025. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to grace the closing ceremony of…

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“Historic decision”: Dy CM Harsh Sanghavi on Gujarat HC ruling to levy court fees on approximately 150 Waqf lands, tribunal cases – World News Network

Sanghavi announced that the court's ruling requires Waqf institutions to pay court fees for property disputes and tribunal cases, just like other religious institutions.

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“We are ready to answer…”: Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini responds to Cong no-confidence motion move – World News Network

Chief Minister said the government has demonstrated its willingness to engage with the Opposition by convening the winter session despite procedural timelines.

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BJP MPs bat for ‘VB-G RAM G’ Bill; target Congress over MGNREGA, corruption – World News Network

The Lok Sabha on Wednesday witnessed a sharp political exchange as senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders Anurag Thakur and Nishikant Dubey strongly backed the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar…

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Opposition seeks Standing Committee scrutiny of VB-G RAM G’ Bill; BJP defends, cites transparency – World News Network

The Lok Sabha on Wednesday saw a nearly 14-hour debate over the Viksit Bharat-G RAM G (Gramin Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission) Amendment Bill, with the opposition demanding that the proposed…

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“Delhi Pollution reaching Lucknow, reason for rescheduling of T20 match”: SP leader Akhilesh Yadav – World News Network

Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav said the fourth T20 International Cricket match between India and South Africa did not take place on Wednesday because Delhi's pollution had reached Lucknow. He…

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Air India warns of possible flight disruptions due to dense fog, urges passengers to check status – World News Network

Air India cautioned passengers about potential disruptions to flight operations over the next few days due to dense fog, particularly at its primary hub in Delhi and at several airports…

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Delhi Govt announces Rs. 10,000 compensation for construction workers affected by GRAP curbs – World News Network

"Under GRAP-3, when construction work was completely halted in Delhi, workers were the worst affected. In view of this, the Delhi Labour Ministry has decided that all registered and verified…

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“Violence against Adivasis in Gujarat’s Banaskantha is shameful”: AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal – World News Network

Condemning the violence against the Adivasi community in BJP-ruled Gujarat's Banaskantha, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal said the incident was a "disgrace" and demanded a time-bound, impartial…

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Earthquake of magnitude 3.8 strikes Tibet – World News Network

In a post on X, the NCS said, "EQ of M: 3.8, On: 17/12/2025 21:34:38 IST, Lat: 30.39 N, Long: 98.50 E, Depth: 90 Km, Location: Tibet."

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