AIMIM MLA Akbaruddin Owaisi criticized Telugu actor Allu Arjun in the Telangana Assembly for his alleged insensitivity following a stampede during the premiere of Pushpa 2: The Rule in Hyderabad. The December 4 incident at Sandhya Theatre left a woman dead and her son injured. Owaisi claimed Arjun, after learning about the tragedy, commented the movie "would now be a hit" and later waved to fans from his car. Telangana CM Revanth Reddy added that police had denied screening permission. Arjun, arrested on December 13, secured bail but spent a night in custody due to procedural delays.

A multi-storey building collapsed in Punjab’s Mohali, Sohana village, on Saturday, leaving several feared trapped. Rescue operations involving the NDRF, fire brigade, and police are underway, with two excavators deployed to clear debris. SSP Mohali, Deepak Pareek, stated, "We have no estimate of how many are trapped; the cause will be investigated." Eyewitnesses reported hearing a loud noise during the collapse. Authorities are working urgently to locate survivors. The situation remains fluid as rescue teams intensify their efforts. Further updates are awaited as the investigation progresses into the mishap's cause.

On December 18, a ferry sank off the coast of Mumbai after a Navy boat collision. CISF Constable Amol Savant and his team were the first responders, reaching the site quickly. The rescuers found panic-stricken parents attempting to throw their children into the sea to save them. Savant stopped them, reassuring them that help was on the way. The CISF team rescued about 50–60 people, including 6–7 children. They also performed CPR on several victims. The two CISF personnel involved in the rescue will be recommended for a life-saving medal.

A gas tanker crash on Jaipur-Ajmer highway triggered a massive fire, killing 11 people and critically injuring several others. The blaze, caused by a damaged LPG outlet nozzle, engulfed 37 vehicles and nearby buildings. Eyewitnesses recounted harrowing scenes of people trapped in burning vehicles. Hospitals reported 43 injured, with 7 on ventilator support. Rajasthan’s government announced ₹5 lakh for the families of the deceased and ₹1 lakh for the injured. Fire brigades faced difficulty reaching the site as chaos unfolded. The tragedy underscores safety concerns on India’s highways, demanding stricter measures to prevent such incidents.

India has lodged a formal protest with Bangladesh over a now-deleted Facebook post by Mahfuj Alam, an aide to Muhammad Yunus. Alam suggested India should acknowledge the uprising that led to Sheikh Hasina's resignation as Prime Minister. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) emphasized caution in public discourse and reiterated its commitment to strengthening ties with Bangladesh. The protest comes amidst rising violence against minorities, with 2,200 incidents reported in Bangladesh in 2024, including attacks on Hindu temples. The MEA urged Bangladesh and Pakistan to ensure the safety and security of Hindus in their respective countries.

A gas tanker crash on the Jaipur-Ajmer highway early Friday caused a massive fire, killing 11 people and injuring over 35. Survivors described horrifying scenes. “Those who could jump out survived, but many were burned inside,” said an eyewitness. Flames and thick smoke were visible from a kilometre away. Over 30 vehicles were destroyed in the inferno. Another survivor recalled, “We heard a loud blast and broke the bus window to escape.” Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma visited the injured and ensured proper medical aid. Police are working to identify victims, and traffic on the highway remains blocked.

A gas tanker crash on Jaipur-Ajmer highway caused a devastating explosion, killing 8 and injuring over 40 people early Friday. The tanker collided with vehicles near a petrol pump, sparking massive flames and black smoke visible for kilometers. At least 30 vehicles were gutted in the fire. Eyewitnesses described multiple explosions and narrow escapes, as some broke windows to flee burning buses. Rescue teams rushed to pull out charred bodies while injured victims were admitted to SMS Hospital. Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma visited the injured, assuring medical care. Authorities suspended highway traffic during rescue operations.

A survivor of the Mumbai boat tragedy that killed 14 people has disputed the Navy's claim of "engine failure," alleging the speedboat driver was "showing off." The Navy vessel, undergoing engine trials, collided with the Neel Kamal ferry near Karanja on Wednesday afternoon. Gaurav Gupta, who lost his aunt in the crash, described the speedboat's reckless zig-zagging before it rammed the ferry. The ferry, carrying passengers to Elephanta Island, began sinking shortly after impact, with many not wearing life jackets. Gupta added, "It felt like a display," and urged authorities to investigate the driver’s behavior. Rescue operations are ongoing.

A devastating fire erupted in Jaipur’s Ajmer Road early Friday when a truck collided with a parked CNG tanker near a petrol pump. The explosion killed 8 people and injured over 40, with 28 critically hurt. The blaze, visible for kilometers, engulfed several vehicles, including nearby trucks. Locals reported hearing explosions 10 km away. Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma visited the injured at SMS Hospital, promising swift medical aid and rescue operations. Preliminary investigations reveal the truck carried chemicals, causing repeated explosions. Union Home Minister Amit Shah expressed concern and assured assistance during a call with the CM.

A private school in Delhi's Dwarka received a bomb threat on Friday, prompting immediate action from emergency response teams. The Delhi Police confirmed that classes were shifted online for safety. Authorities are investigating the matter, with no further updates yet. This incident follows a series of recent bomb threat hoaxes targeting schools in Delhi. On December 13, 30 schools received similar emails traced to foreign sources. Former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal expressed concerns about the psychological impact on students. The Delhi High Court has directed authorities to implement an SOP for handling such emergencies within eight weeks.