A 17-year-old student shot and killed his principal, Surendra Kumar Saxena, in Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, on Friday. The student followed Saxena into the washroom and shot him at close range. Afterward, he stole the principal's scooter and fled towards Uttar Pradesh. Police caught him near the border, still in possession of the pistol. The motive remains unclear, but the student had been previously warned by Saxena for his behavior. Authorities are investigating how the student acquired the firearm. Saxena, 55, was remembered by colleagues as a kind and helpful teacher.

A 52-year-old businessman, Sunil Jain, was shot dead by two bike-borne men in Delhi's Shahdara district on Saturday morning. Jain was returning home after a walk at the Yamuna Sports Complex when the assailants fired seven to eight shots at him. The victim, who owned a utensils business, had no known enemies. Police are investigating, but the suspects remain at large. In another incident, a fight over a shared toilet in Govindpuri escalated to a stabbing, leaving one person dead and two injured. The AAP has criticized the BJP government for rising crime.

A statue of Lingayat seer Shivakumar Swami was vandalised at Bengaluru’s Siddaganga Mutt on November 30. The accused, Srikrishna, a 37-year-old delivery worker, claimed he was inspired by a dream of Jesus Christ to deface the statue. Police arrested him and are conducting a mental health evaluation. Archbishop Peter Machado called the act “baseless and reprehensible” and urged calm. Shivakumar Swami, known as the “walking God,” was revered for his philanthropic work in education and social welfare. The incident has sparked outrage, with police continuing their investigation into the motives and circumstances of the vandalism.

5 young men died, and 1 was injured after their car plunged into a lake near Jalalpur village in Telangana’s Yadadri Bhongir district on Saturday. The victims, aged 19 to 23, were from Hyderabad’s LB Nagar area. Police suspect they were driving under the influence. They had reportedly gone to the village early in the morning to drink fresh toddy. The speeding car lost control and veered off the road into the lake. Police and locals retrieved the bodies and sent them for postmortem. A case has been registered, and investigations are ongoing. The injured survivor is receiving treatment.

Farmers resumed their 'Dilli Chalo' march from the Shambhu border in Haryana on December 6, nine months after their initial protest. Clashing with authorities, they broke through one layer of barricades before being met with tear gas from the Haryana Police. Security was tightened as farmers, led by key leaders, attempted to march toward Delhi demanding a legal guarantee for MSP and other reforms. One farmer was detained. Internet services were suspended in Ambala, and authorities imposed strict gathering restrictions, as farmers pressed for renewed government talks on their demands.

Over 100 Punjab farmers will march towards Delhi today, demanding legal MSP guarantees, debt waivers, pensions, and compensation for past protest victims. Security at the Shambhu border on NH-44 has been significantly increased, with Haryana and Punjab police on high alert. Prohibitory orders under Section 163 are in place in Ambala and Jind to prevent large gatherings. The Samyukta Kisan Morcha (non-political) will lead the march, starting around 1 PM. Previous farmer protests have caused major disruptions at Delhi's borders, with traffic snarls and clashes reported. Authorities have urged for peaceful demonstrations while ensuring public convenience.

A 35-year-old woman, Revathi, died, and her 13-year-old son was critically injured in a stampede at Sandhya Theatre, Hyderabad, during the Pushpa 2 premiere. The chaos began as fans rushed to see actor Allu Arjun, who made a surprise appearance. Police registered a case against Allu Arjun, the movie unit, the theatre owner, and the actor’s security team under charges of negligence. Authorities stated that inadequate crowd control and lack of planning by the theatre and event team worsened the situation. The incident left multiple injured, highlighting concerns about safety at public events.

Samaira Hullur from Vijayapura, Karnataka, has become India’s youngest commercial pilot at 18. She cleared six tough exams and completed over 200 hours of flying in just one-and-a-half years. Samaira trained at aviation academies in New Delhi and Maharashtra. Inspired by a helicopter ride as a child, she worked hard to achieve her dream. Her parents saved money and supported her journey. Samaira credits her mentors, Captain Tapesh Kumar and Vinod Yadav, for their guidance. Her success is a big inspiration for girls, especially in North Karnataka, where education for women is often limited.

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.