The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) received a bomb threat email on Friday, targeting its Mumbai headquarters. The email, written in Russian, was sent to RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra's official email address. Mumbai Police promptly registered a case under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and initiated an investigation to trace the sender. Security around the RBI premises has been heightened. Authorities are working to identify the motive and ensure safety. No further details on the sender have been disclosed yet.

A massive fire broke out at a private hospital in Dindigul, Tamil Nadu, on Thursday, killing six people. At least 29 patients were rescued and shifted to the Dindigul Government Hospital. Firefighters are working to control the blaze, but the cause of the fire is still unknown. The district collector and senior officials are overseeing rescue operations. A hospital official stated they are cooperating with emergency responders. The extent of the damage is yet to be confirmed. Authorities are ensuring the safety of all patients and staff while investigating the tragic incident.

Several Delhi schools, including DPS East of Kailash and Modern School, received bomb threats via email on Friday. The email claimed explosives were planted and linked the threat to a dark web group. It warned of potential blasts on December 13 and 14, coinciding with parent-teacher meetings in some schools. Authorities sent students home and called in police, fire teams, and bomb squads. No suspicious items have been found so far. The email also demanded a reply from the schools. Investigations are ongoing as officials work to ensure safety.

At least six people died after a massive fire broke out at a private hospital in Dindigul, Tamil Nadu, early on Thursday morning. Local authorities confirmed that 29 patients were transferred to Dindigul Government Hospital. Rescue operations are ongoing as firefighters work to control the blaze. The cause of the fire remains unknown, and authorities are assessing the situation. Senior officials, including the district collector, visited the site to oversee relief operations. The hospital is cooperating with emergency responders, and further details are awaited. The incident has sparked fears of more casualties.

An electric BEST bus lost control on SG Barve Marg in Kurla, Mumbai, killing seven and injuring 42, including four policemen, on Monday night. The bus also damaged 22 vehicles. CCTV footage shows driver Sanjay More grabbing backpacks and jumping out of a window after the crash. He has been arrested for culpable homicide. Investigations revealed More had only 10 days of training to operate electric buses. BEST has now made breath analyser tests mandatory for drivers. Meetings with private operators supplying buses stressed better driver training. The tragic incident highlights the need for stricter safety measures and regulations.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that people who have not applied for the National Register of Citizens (NRC) will be denied Aadhaar cards. The state government has approved a new rule linking Aadhaar applications with NRC registration. Applicants must provide their NRC application number from 2015 for verification. If the applicant or their family did not apply for NRC, their Aadhaar request will be rejected. This decision aims to address concerns about illegal immigration from Bangladesh. The move will not apply to central government employees working outside Assam.

The Supreme Court has laid down eight factors for courts to consider when deciding alimony in divorce cases. These include the social and economic status of both parties, the wife's basic needs, and the couple’s standard of living. Other factors include income sources, employment status, and whether the wife left her job for the family. The financial status of the husband and legal expenses are also to be considered. This decision came during the divorce case of Praveen and Anju Jain, where the court ordered Rs 5 crore as alimony. The couple had been living apart for 20 years.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met the Kapoor family on December 11 to discuss the upcoming centenary celebrations of legendary filmmaker Raj Kapoor. Modi described Raj Kapoor’s contributions to Indian cinema as monumental, symbolizing the "golden journey" of the industry. He encouraged the Kapoor family to create a film showcasing Raj Kapoor’s legacy for Central Asia, emphasizing its potential for Indian cinema. The family shared plans to restore 10 of Raj Kapoor's films, which will be showcased across 160 theaters in 40 cities in India, starting with a premiere on December 13 in Mumbai.

A study has revealed that cameras and drones in Corbett National Park, originally intended for wildlife monitoring, are being misused to surveil local women without their consent. Forest rangers have used drones to intimidate women, discouraging them from collecting natural resources. The study, conducted by the University of Cambridge, highlights the negative impact on women's behavior, causing them to act more quietly, increasing their risk of encounters with dangerous animals. Researchers warn that surveillance technologies are inadvertently reinforcing patriarchal control over women, while also compromising their safety and mental well-being.

India’s $9 billion development project on Great Nicobar Island has raised alarms among environmentalists and indigenous tribes. Spanning 166 sq km, the plan includes a transshipment harbour, power plant, and airport to boost trade. While the government claims it won’t displace tribes, experts warn it threatens vulnerable groups like the Shompen tribe, whose habitat will be disrupted. Environmental concerns focus on deforestation, habitat loss, and the impact on marine life, including giant leatherback sea turtles. The 30-year project poses risks of disease exposure and cultural erosion, leaving islanders and environmentalists deeply concerned about its long-term consequences.